2022-2023 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 
    
    May 05, 2024  
2022-2023 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

One Health

  
  • ONE 196 - Introduction to One Health


    Credit(s): 3
    An introductory course in the field of One Health. This course will explore the interconnectedness of the health of humans, animals and the environment. Emphasis will be given to the role of the One Health professional in addressing issues of current relevance and the benefits of a team approach to complex problems. Because communication is vital to One Health professionals, this course is designated as writing intensive. SP.
  
  • ONE 200 - One Health Seminar


    Credit(s): 0
    An informal, discussion-based course focusing on current topics in One Health. Students will explore the field of One Health, and participate in team-based problem solving in areas such as global climate change, emerging infectious diseases, food, water and air safety and more. FA, SP.
  
  • ONE 295 - One Health Research


    Credit(s): 1-4
    This course is designed to provide students with a non-classroom, non-structured, individualized experience in experimental research in One Health, utilizing the knowledge and skills obtained in other science courses. Students interested in enrolling in this course must obtain approval from the faculty supervisor and all projects must be approved by the One Health Program Director.  This course may be taken for a maximum of four semesters. FA, SP, SU.
  
  • ONE 421 - Conservation Medicine


    Credit(s): 3
    A culminating course in the area of One Health integrating the concepts of ecology, conservation biology, emerging infectious disease, and human health and well-being. SP (Odd years)
    Prerequisite(s): ONE 196 ; ONE 295 /ONE 495 /ONE 497  (2 semesters); and ONE 200  (at least 2 semesters). May be waived with permission of the department chair.
  
  • ONE 495 - One Health Research


    Credit(s): 1-4
    This course is designed to provide students with a non-classroom, non-structured, individualized experience in experimental research in One Health, utilizing the knowledge and skills obtained in other science courses. Students interested in enrolling in this course must obtain approval from the faculty supervisor and all projects must be approved by the One Health Program Director.  This course may be taken for a maximum of four semesters. FA, SP, SU.
  
  • ONE 497 - One Health Internship


    Credit(s): 1-4
    A supervised, off-campus field-based experience at an approved site specifically related to students’ career goals; integrates and applies academic knowledge and skills; emphasizes professional development.  Students interested in enrolling in this course must obtain approval from the faculty supervisor.  This course may be taken for a maximum of four semesters.

Performing Arts

  
  • PER 101 - Theatre Appreciation


    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to an awareness and appreciation of the arts of the theatre and to an understanding of the play as a literary form as well as a theatrical experience. Open to all students. FA, SP
  
  • PER 102 - Film Appreciation


    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to an awareness and appreciation of movies as an art form and to an understanding of film as a literary form as well as a theatrical experience.
  
  • PER 111 - Performance Techniques


    Credit(s): 3
    Through creative drama exercises, students will develop the tools of acting (concentration, observation, emotional recall, rhythm, sense memory, and characterization). These tools will be used in the development of characters and the presentations of both improvised and scripted scenes. Students will also develop physical and vocal skills necessary for performers. Open to all students. FA
  
  • PER 121 - Stagecraft


    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to backstage organization, scenic construction, lighting, painting, and all related areas involved in the physical mounting of a theatrical production. Lecture and lab experience. Open to all students.
  
  • PER 145 - Advanced Acting


    Credit(s): 3
    Each semester will focus on one of the following topics: Presentational Acting Styles (Greek, Shakespeare, Restoration, Brecht); Early Realism (Ibsen, Chekhov, Shaw); The Method (Williams, Hellman, Hansberry, Miller); Beyond Realism (Pinter, Shepard, Shange, Albee). Students will perform scenes with partners for peer and teacher critique. Intended for performing arts majors and minors, but open to any student meeting the prerequisite of PER 111 . SP
  
  • PER 214 - Playbuilding


    Credit(s): 3
    Students will learn to identify the uniqueness of each collection of artists and make appropriate choices in engagement techniques. Artistic choices will reflect an understanding of story structure, multicultural factors and the uniqueness of theatrical stories.
  
  • PER 222 - Stage Makeup


    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to the materials and methods used to apply stage makeup for the purpose of defining and heightening character. Emphasis on the basic problems encountered in most theatrical productions. Open to all students.
  
  • PER 226 - Basic Design


    Credit(s): 3
    Students will learn how design elements tell stories and that good design does require big money. Introduction to all forms of design: lighting, sets, costumes, props and sound.
  
  • PER 239 - Stage Movement


    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to different techniques of movement and sensory awareness used in actor training, the principles of stage combat and basic movement requirements in the performance of period plays.
  
  • PER 245 - Advanced Acting


    Credit(s): 3
    Each semester will focus on one of the following topics: Presentational Acting Styles (Greek, Shakespeare, Restoration, Brecht); Early Realism (Ibsen, Chekhov, Shaw); The Method (Williams, Hellman, Hansberry, Miller); Beyond Realism (Pinter, Shepard, Shange, Albee). Students will perform scenes with partners for peer and teacher critique. Intended for performing arts majors and minors, but open to any student meeting the prerequisite of PER 111 . SP
  
  • PER 271 - Practicum in Technical Theatre


    Credit(s): 1-3
    An opportunity for students to earn credit for production work done outside the regular classroom experience. Usually earned as part of department-sponsored performance event. Open to performing arts majors. Offered every semester.
  
  • PER 273 - Practicum in Arts Management


    Credit(s): 1-3
    An opportunity for students to earn credit for publicity and business management work done outside the regular classroom experience. Usually earned as part of a department sponsored performance event. Open to performing arts majors. Offered every semester.
  
  • PER 280 - The Business of Art


    Credit(s): 3
    Business practice for the artist, including contract terms and negotiations, budgeting, community resources and unions and business planning for arts organizations.
  
  • PER 313 - Writing the One-Act Play


    Credit(s): 3
    Through writing exercises an analysis of modern one-act plays, students explore the most effective ways to tell stories through dramatic form; construction of short scenes and one original play.
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 101  and ENG 102  or equivalents or permission of instructor.
  
  • PER 314 - Multicultural Experiences in Performance


    Credit(s): 3
    An examination of various acts of performance as a way of understanding and knowing the human experience. Includes the study of personal narrative, storytelling, folk legends, ritual, ethnography, ethnicity, and an investigation of performance art. Open to all.
  
  • PER 317 - Staging Literature


    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the adaptation of various forms of fiction and non-fiction for group performance using techniques of traditional reader’s theatre, choral reading, and chamber theatre. Practical application through in-class performance and student-directed projects for public production. Open to any student meeting the prerequisite of PER 214 .
  
  • PER 318 - Directing


    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to the principles and techniques of direction for various spaces. Students will study the fundamentals of script analysis and the basic tools a director employs to communicate a performance event to an audience through the performers. In-class directing exercises and public performance of student-directed projects.
    Prerequisite(s): PER 111 .
  
  • PER 326 - Technical Production


    Credit(s): 3
    Builds on the fundamentals introduced in the Stagecraft class. A study of the methods of assembling lighting, sound, scenery, and properties for a live production. A hands-on course where students learn how various equipment systems go together and how to run the systems.
    Prerequisite(s): PER 121 .
  
  • PER 345 - Advanced Acting


    Credit(s): 3
    Each semester will focus on one of the following topics: Presentational Acting Styles (Greek, Shakespeare, Restoration, Brecht); Early Realism (Ibsen, Chekhov, Shaw); The Method (Williams, Hellman, Hansberry, Miller); Beyond Realism (Pinter, Shepard, Shange, Albee). Students will perform scenes with partners for peer and teacher critique. Intended for performing arts majors and minors, but open to any student meeting the prerequisite of PER 111 . SP
  
  • PER 371 - Practicum in Technical Theatre


    Credit(s): 1-3
    An opportunity for students to earn credit for production work done outside the regular classroom experience. Usually earned as part of department-sponsored performance event. Open to performing arts majors. Offered every semester.
  
  • PER 373 - Practicum in Arts Management


    Credit(s): 1-3
    An opportunity for students to earn credit for publicity and business management work done outside the regular classroom experience. Usually earned as part of a department sponsored performance event. Open to performing arts majors. Offered every semester.
  
  • PER 376 - Major Production


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Active participation in a major production. Students must register at least 80 actual contact hours during the production schedule.
  
  • PER 386 - Teaching Speech and Drama in the Middle and Secondary School


    Credit(s): 3
    Procedures, materials, applications, and problems of the curriculum in middle and high school with special emphasis on the basic course. Offered even years. SP
  
  • PER 389 - Teaching Through Theatre


    Credit(s): 3
    Students will use theatre skills to engage in a variety of communities in artistic problem-solving exercises. By facilitating playbuilding exercises and collaboration, students will learn to manage time, resources, expectations and outcomes.
    Prerequisite(s): PER 214 
  
  • PER 415 - Contemporary Theories of Theatre


    Credit(s): 3
    Students will study the intersections of Theatre and Anthropology, Theatre and Ritual, Post-modern theory and performance, and Theatre for Social Change.
    Prerequisite(s): PER 314 .
  
  • PER 419 - Co-Intentional Directing


    Credit(s): 3
    Students will practice balancing service to the art and to the artist by identifying need and appropriate theatrical responses in specific situations. Students will identify artistic engagements that will serve the needs of rehabilitation, citizenship and/or the amplification of marginalized voices.
    Prerequisite(s): PER 214  and PER 318 
  
  • PER 441 - The Development of Dramatic Art: Greek to 19th Century


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will survey the development of dramatic art from the Greek period through the 19th century (pre-Ibsen), focusing on the plays, playwrights, and physical performance structures of the various historical periods.
  
  • PER 443 - Text Analysis


    Credit(s): 3
    Concentrates on the study of texts from the modern era (Ibsen) and continuing through contemporary drama. Texts will be analyzed to assist either teacher, director, or actor in making informed and effective choices when seeing plays performed or working in any capacity on a performance.
  
  • PER 445 - Advanced Acting


    Credit(s): 3
    Each semester will focus on one of the following topics: Presentational Acting Styles (Greek, Shakespeare, Restoration, Brecht); Early Realism (Ibsen, Chekhov, Shaw); The Method (Williams, Hellman, Hansberry, Miller); Beyond Realism (Pinter, Shepard, Shange, Albee). Students will perform scenes with partners for peer and teacher critique. Intended for performing arts majors and minors, but open to any student meeting the prerequisite of PER 111 . SP
  
  • PER 449 - Special Topics in Performance


    Credit(s): 3
    Allows students to explore areas of performance not covered in other courses. FA
  
  • PER 455 - Sexual Politics in Drama


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will look at the theme of sexual politics as it appears in dramatic literature from Ancient Greece through modern times. We will examine the myths, games, and realities of sexual politics, and how they interact with the performance of gender and sexuality. We will discuss and write about drama as a unique genre, exploring through dramatic texts the evolution of sexual politics. After completing this course, a student should have an understanding of 1) the development of theatrical styles of Greek and Renaissance theatre and the rise of Realism; 2) how sexual roles are performed by real people (on and off-stage); 3) how to analyze a dramatic text and its historical/social context; 4) what the term “sexual politics” means and how it is visible in dramatic texts and performances of the past and present. Offered odd years. FA
  
  • PER 461 - Internship in Theatre Performance


    Credit(s): 2-6
    An opportunity for the students to apply theory and skills in a work experience. Projects are jointly supervised by a faculty member and an employer/supervisor. Open to performing arts majors. Offered every semester.
  
  • PER 464 - Production and Stage Management


    Credit(s): 3
    Through in-class exercises, observation of Stage Managers working on shows, and hands-on projects, students will learn and practice the skills required to be a Stage Manager. Reading and class work will also include text and production analysis. 
  
  • PER 490 - Independent Study


    Credit(s): 1-6
    To be arranged in terms of student need, interest and background.
  
  • PER 496 - Producing


    Credit(s): 3
    Members of this class will devise and produce a public piece of theatre. This capstone experience will synthesize skills in communication, collaboration, and storytelling, using all of the theatrical elements.
    Prerequisite(s):  PER 121 , PER 214 , and either PER 226 , PER 318  or PER 464 .

Philosophy

  
  • PHL 110 - Introduction to Philosophy


    Credit(s): 3
    An invitation to the art of wondering; a course designed to help students understand what philosophy is, its aims and methods, and to acquaint them with representative issues, e.g., God, knowledge, the good. FA, SP
  
  • PHL 120 - Introduction to Critical Thinking


    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to critical thought and reasoning and the process of induction. On demand
  
  • PHL 220 - Biomedical Ethics


    Credit(s): 3
    This course is an introduction to Biomedical Ethics.  We will study ethical theories and their application to a wide range of biomedical issues, including; the roles and responsibilities of physicians, patients, and others, research ethics and informed consent, genetic control, abortion, euthanasia and physician assisted death, distributing health care medicine in a pluralistic society, and the challenge of global bioethics.  The course is designed as a discussion course relying on instructor prepared materials, drawing on readings from one assigned text.  We will first study ethical theory.  We will then move on to a consideration of various moral issues through the study of significant readings in bioethics. Offered Even Fall.
  
  • PHL 221 - Business Ethics


    Credit(s): 3
    A systematic overview of normative ethics and a comprehensive discussion of contemporary moral issues in a business context. Employs actual case studies drawn from business, as well as readings from a wide range of thinkers. FA, SP
  
  • PHL 225 - The Future of Technology and Ethics


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will undertake a philosophical reflection on ethical challenges arising from various technological developments, including computers, artificial intelligence, robotics, nanotechnology, as well as movements toward globalization and global climate change. On demand
  
  • PHL 228 - Environmental Ethics


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will explore the meaning of environmental justice, the human Impact on the environment, global food shortages and environmental concerns, and the relation of hunger and poverty to the environment. It will also explore Catholic Social Teaching Perspectives, especially care for God’s creation, and the common good and the environment. On demand
  
  • PHL 260 - Contemporary Moral Issues


    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to ethical theories and their application to a wide range of issues, e.g., sexuality, abortion, capital punishment, affirmative action, euthanasia. FA, SP
  
  • PHL 293 - Special Topics


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Course offered to supplement regular course listings. Consult semester course offerings.
  
  • PHL 323 - Existentialism and the Meaning of Life


    Credit(s): 3
    A challenge to traditional thinking about life’s meaning. Pre- and Post- World War II thought from Kierkegaard to Foucault will be explored. Are we born with purpose, or are we the creators of it? This course investigates that which forms the self.
  
  • PHL 494 - Special Topics


    Credit(s): 1-3
    Course offered to supplement regular course listings. Consult semester course offerings.

Physical Sciences

  
  • CHM 106 - General Chemistry I with Lab


    Credit(s): 4
    An introductory course in chemistry for science majors. Includes stoichiometry, atomic structure, chemical reactions, and solutions. FA
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 105  or MTH 110  
  
  • CHM 108 - General Chemistry II with Lab


    Credit(s): 4
    A continuation of CHM 106 ; includes kinetics, equilibrium, thermodynamics, acids and bases, and electrochemistry. SP
    Prerequisite(s): CHM 106 .
  
  • CHM 128 - General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry I


    Credit(s): 4
    An introductory course exploring inorganic principles of chemistry with emphasis on biological contexts. Includes lecture and lab. SP
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 105  with minimum grade of C- within last five years or permission of department chair.
  
  • CHM 210 - Organic Chemistry I


    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the compounds of carbon with emphasis on functional groups, structure nomenclature, and reactions. FA
    Prerequisite(s): CHM 106 CHM 108 .
  
  • CHM 211 - Organic Chemistry I Lab


    Credit(s): 2
    Laboratory experience to accompany CHM 210 .  SP
    Prerequisite(s): CHM 106 CHM 108 , and CHM 210    
  
  • CHM 212 - Organic Chemistry II


    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the mechanisms of reactions of organic compounds. SP
    Prerequisite(s): CHM 210 .
  
  • CHM 213 - Organic Chemistry II Lab


    Credit(s): 2
    Laboratory experience to accompany CHM 212 .  FA
    Prerequisite(s): CHM 210 CHM 211 , and CHM 212   
  
  • CHM 228 - General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry II


    Credit(s): 4
    An overview course exploring organic principles of chemistry including functional groups, nomenclature, and basic reactions with emphasis on biological contexts. Includes lecture and lab. FA
    Prerequisite(s): CHM 106  and CHM 108 , or CHM 128 ; all with minimum grade of C- within last five years or permission of department chair.
  
  • CHM 318 - Biochemistry


    Credit(s): 3
    Study of chemical properties and metabolism of compounds of biological interest: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. FA
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 134 BIO 220 , or BIO 250 CHM 212  (may be taken concurrently) 
  
  • CHM 320 - Environmental Chemistry with Lab


    Credit(s): 3
    An advanced chemistry course that investigates the effect of air, water, and soil pollution on the environment. Topics will include ozone depletion, heavy-metal poisoning of soil and ground water, acid rain, the greenhouse effect, and other controversial issues. This course will use the most recent scientific sources of information and teach students to evaluate the validity of scientific data and sources.  FA (Odd years)
    Prerequisite(s): BIO 134  and CHM 211  and CHM 212  
  
  • CHM 328 - General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry III


    Credit(s): 3
    A course in biochemistry with a focus on human health and function. SP
    Prerequisite(s): CHM 228  or CHM 210 ; and BIO 240  with minimum grade of C- within last five years or permission of department chair.
  
  • CHM 360 - Practicum in Chemistry


    Credit(s): 1-4
    An opportunity for students to work on campus in a supervised practicum. Students will apply current theoretical and practical knowledge to this work setting. Additionally, students will be required to demonstrate proficiency in the skills learned and prepare either a paper, poster, or oral presentation at the end of the term. P/NP grading option only.  NOTE: A student must work 40 hours per credit hour. FA, SP, SU
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior status; permission of instructor; CHM 108  .
  
  • CHM 495 - Chemistry Research


    Credit(s): 1-4
    This course is designed to provide students with a non-classroom, non-structured, individualized experience in experimental research in chemistry, utilizing the knowledge and skills obtained in other science courses. Students interested in enrolling in this course must obtain approval from the faculty supervisor.  This course may be taken for a maximum of four semesters.
  
  • CHM 497 - Chemistry Internship


    Credit(s): 1-4
    A supervised, off-campus field-based experience at an approved site specifically related to students’ career goals; integrates and applies academic knowledge and skills; emphasizes professional development.  Students interested in enrolling in this course must obtain approval from the faculty supervisor.  This course may be taken for a maximum of four semesters.
  
  • PHY 108 - Introduction to Physical Science with Lab


    Credit(s): 3
    Introductory course in physical science covering the scientific method, basic principles of physics, chemistry, earth science and astronomy. FA, SP, SU
  
  • PHY 208 - College Physics I with Lab


    Credit(s): 4
    An algebra-based course intended for science majors. Includes principles of mechanics, heat, wave motion, and sound with examples and problems taken from biological contexts. FA
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 110 .
  
  • PHY 210 - College Physics II with Lab


    Credit(s): 4
    A continuation of PHY 208 ; includes light, electricity, magnetism, and quantum physics. SP
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 208  or equivalent.
  
  • PHY 218 - Engineering Physics I with Lab


    Credit(s): 4
    A calculus-based course intended for engineering, science and math majors. Includes principles of mechanics, heat, wave motion, and sound. FA (even)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 150 .
  
  • PHY 220 - Engineering Physics II with Lab


    Credit(s): 4
    A continuation of PHY 218 ; includes light, electricity, magnetism, and quantum physics. SP (odd)
    Prerequisite(s): PHY 218  or equivalent; MTH 151 .
  
  • PHY 495 - Physics Research


    Credit(s): 1-4
    This course is designed to provide students with a non-classroom, non-structured, individualized experience in experimental research in physics, utilizing the knowledge and skills obtained in other science courses. Students interested in enrolling in this course must obtain approval from the faculty supervisor.  This course may be taken for a maximum of four semesters.
  
  • PHY 497 - Physics Internship


    Credit(s): 1-4
    A supervised, off-campus field-based experience at an approved site specifically related to students’ career goals; integrates and applies academic knowledge and skills; emphasizes professional development.  Students interested in enrolling in this course must obtain approval from the faculty supervisor.  This course may be taken for a maximum of four semesters.

Project Management

  
  • MPM 520 - Project Leadership and Team Building


    Credit(s): 3
    This course is designed to emphasize leadership, communication, team organization, managing conflict, and other human relations activities that influence the success of the project. Students will examine leadership skills and explore personal leadership styles. SP
  
  • MPM 530 - Process and Methodology


    Credit(s): 3
    Course will provide a platform for discussion, analysis, and application of contemporary process methodologies in project management. SU
  
  • MPM 540 - Project Cost and Schedule Control


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will focus on the techniques of setting project requirements and tasks, work breakdown structure, estimating & scheduling, base lining, management, earned-value, forecasting, and budgeting. The focus is on managing time and cost. FA
  
  • MPM 550 - Risk Management


    Credit(s): 3
    This course will explore the foundations of risk management. The student will examine the identification of risk, quantification of risk, and response development. This course will concentrate on both qualitative and quantitative approaches to risk management. FA
  
  • MPM 650 - Project Simulation


    Credit(s): 3
    This course is a comprehensive synthesis of the prior courses. Projects will be used to measure the student’s master of the knowledge, skills, and techniques of successful project management. SP
    Prerequisite(s): MGT 515   Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MPM 540  or equivalent

Psychology

  
  • PSY 100 - Introduction to Psychology


    Credit(s): 3
    A general introduction to the discipline of psychology. The course examines the historical and theoretical foundations of modern psychology and surveys the various topical areas that use scientific methodology to study and explain human behavior and mental processes. Topics considered include biological foundations, sensation and perception, motivation and emotion, human development, personality, social psychology, psychological disorders, and therapy. FA, SP, SU, Online
  
  • PSY 200 - Developmental Psychology


    Credit(s): 3
    A study of the nature of human development across the life span. The course covers the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development of the individual for each of the major developmental periods: infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. The psychosocial experience of aging and death is also examined. FA, SP, SU, Online
  
  • PSY 250 - Cross-Cultural Psychology


    Credit(s): 3
    An examination of the ways in which social and cultural forces shape human experience. The course focuses on how cultural and ethnic identifications relate to the development of behavior. The course will critically explore how broad conclusions made in Western psychology apply to people in other cultures. Explores the influence of culture on different dimensions of behavior, such as gender roles, conformity, aggression, individualism, altruism, and values. SP (odd years)
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
  
  • PSY 293 - Special Topics


    Credit(s): 3
    Course offered to supplement regular course listings. Consult semester course schedule offerings.
  
  • PSY 301 - Careers in Psychology


    Credit(s): 3
    Cross-listed with: ABS 496 - Portfolio Project in the Applied Behavioral Sciences .

    This course is designed to introduce students to the wide variety of career opportunities that exist within the field of psychology. Theoretical and practical aspects of these careers will be discussed. Students will research job opportunities, contact possible employers, create a resume or CV, write cover letters, practice interviewing skills, and discuss the graduate school application process. FA
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
  
  • PSY 303 - Introduction to Occupational Therapy


    Credit(s): 3
    This course introduces students to the field of occupational therapy. Students will learn about the theoretical foundations of occupational therapy, practical skills, and the wide variety of settings in which occupational therapists are employed. The course will also focus on preparing students for the graduate program application process, and will introduce students to the post-graduate certification, licensing, and job search processes. During the course, students will research treatment approaches, emerging trends and research, certification and licensing requirements, and job opportunities.  FA (Even Years)
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100  
  
  • PSY 305 - Personality Psychology


    Credit(s): 3
    Personality psychology involves the scientific study of the enduring patterns of thought, feeling, and behavior that characterize individuals and influence their behavior. This course provides an overview of techniques, procedures, and findings from the field of personality psychology. Attention is paid to the historical background of various perspectives, but the primary emphasis of the course is on contemporary theory and research as well as discussion of critical issues in the field. SP (Even Years)
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
  
  • PSY 310 - Social Psychology


    Credit(s): 3
    Cross-listed with: SOC 310 .

    An examination of human social behavior. Primary focus is on the behavior of individuals in social contexts. The course examines scientific theories and research on the ways people think about, influence, and relate to one another. Topics include attribution theory, attitudes, persuasion, conformity, prejudice, aggression, and altruism. SP (Even Years)
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100  or SOC 100 .
  
  • PSY 315 - Abnormal Psychology


    Credit(s): 3
    The course examines the nature and scope of psychological maladjustment and pathology. Particular emphasis is given to the classification, description, and treatment of mental disorders, as well as their effects for the person, family, and society. Course focuses on a broad range of psychopathology, including anxiety disorders, depression and suicide, eating disorders, schizophrenia, dissociative disorders, and personality disorders. FA (odd years)
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
  
  • PSY 320 - Statistics for Scientists


    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to statistics and statistical analysis in sciences. The course examines both descriptive and inferential statistical methods. Emphasis is on the use of statistical analysis in scientific research. Topics covered include frequency, distributions, percentiles, standardized scores, probability theory, sampling distributions, t-tests, correlation, and ANOVA. FA
  
  • PSY 323 - Adult Development and Aging


    Credit(s): 3
    Adult Development and Aging focuses on developing an understanding of the theoretical and empirical research surrounding development in adulthood and later life. The course examines the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical domains of adults. The course identifies general trends in adult development, but also examines individual differences in these trends that can result in resilient or maladaptive outcomes. FA (Even years)
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100  
  
  • PSY 325 - Introduction to Clinical Psychology


    Credit(s): 3
    PSY 325 Introduction To Clinical Psychology
    This course provides an introduction to the nature of psychopathology and psychotherapeutic techniques used in the treatment of mental disorders. The scope of the course includes diagnostic techniques (e.g., interviewing, testing), crisis intervention, psychotherapy (including group and family therapies) and research methods. Prerequisites: PSY 100, Recommended: PSY 315. SP (even years).
      SP Even
    Prerequisite(s):  PSY 100 ; recommended PSY 315  
  
  • PSY 327 - Industrial/Organizational Psychology


    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to the principles of psychology as applied in work settings. Topics covered include job analysis and personnel selection, performance appraisal, employee training, development and evaluation, motivation, job satisfaction, work stress, management principles, leadership, teamwork, and organizational development. SP (odd)
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
  
  • PSY 330 - Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences


    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to basic techniques and research methods used in the social sciences. Emphasis is on learning the application of research methodology and on the analysis, interpretation, and presentation of results. Topics include observational, correlational, experimental, and quasi-experimental designs. This course has been designated as meeting a writing intensive course requirement in Fontbonne’s General Education core. FA, SP
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 .
  
  • PSY 335 - Cognitive Psychology


    Credit(s): 3
    An introduction to the scientific study of cognitive processes. Topics covered include learning mechanisms, attention, concept formation, memory, mental imagery, judgment and decision-making, language, reasoning, problem solving, and models of information processing. SP (odd years)
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 ; junior or senior status recommended.
  
  • PSY 337 - Service Learning in the Behavioral Sciences


    Credit(s): 3
    This course provides a unique opportunity for students to examine various factors (i.e. parenting, social connections, poverty) that either promote or inhibit optimal development. Students will learn through rigorous classroom preparation (readings of empirical literature, seminar discussion, and written reflection) and community engagement (spending two hours per week at an organization in the Saint Louis community). Students will be exposed to fundamental theories and articles and learn to become conscientious consumers of research and understand risk and resilience in the context of the entire lifespan. This 3-credit hour course involves both community-based learning and service learning. This course is scheduled to meet twice a week. Students will attend weekly class sessions during which they will critically discuss major social issues and empirical articles. During the second class session of each week students will commit to volunteering two hours. SP
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 301  
  
  • PSY 370 - Controversial Issues in Psychology


    Credit(s): 3
    Seminar class on controversial issues in contemporary psychology. This course is intended to stimulate critical thinking and initiate thoughtful discussion of controversial psychological issues. Students will learn to evaluate the merits of persuasive arguments and the scientific evidence on which they are based. Students will also have multiple opportunities to practice constructing effective arguments in oral and written format.  FA (even years)
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 ; Junior or Senior status.
  
  • PSY 391 - Testing and Measurement for the Behavioral Sciences


    Credit(s): 3
    Provides an overview of principles of psychological testing and measurement as related to aptitudes, attitudes, and personality. Examines theories of psychological testing, the nature and types of psychological tests, test construction, test administration, interpretation of scores, ethical issues in testing, scale construction, and basic psychometric theory. Special emphasis on reliability, validity, and standardization procedures. This course has been designated as meeting a writing intensive course requirement in Fontbonne’s General Education core. SP (Even Years)
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 PSY 320 ; junior or senior status.
  
  • PSY 440 - Internship in Psychology


    Credit(s): 1-4
    Designed to provide students with a supervised, off-campus field-based experience at an approved site specifically related to students’ individualized career goals. Integrates and applies knowledge, skills, and abilities in psychology. Emphasizes professional development and networking.  Students interested in enrolling in this course must obtain approval from the faculty supervisor.  This course may be taken for a maximum of four semesters. FA, SP, SU
  
  • PSY 445 - Biological Psychology


    Credit(s): 3
    This course explores the physiological foundations of behavior, cognition, and emotional processes. Particular emphasis is given to current research advances that illustrate the dynamic functions of the brain and nervous system. Anatomical and physiological mechanisms relevant to sensation and perception, development, behavior, emotion, movement, learning, and memory are emphasized. The physiological and genetic bases of pathology, psychopharmacology, addiction, and aging processes are also considered. FA (odd years)
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 ; junior or senior status.
  
  • PSY 490 - Independent Study


    Credit(s): 1-6
    Selected readings, discussions, papers in a particular area of psychology in which the student has a special interest. Independent work under the direction of an instructor in psychology. FA, SP, SU
    Prerequisite(s): 60 credit hours and permission of instructor.
  
  • PSY 491 - Service Learning in Practice I


    Credit(s): 3
    First semester of the capstone experience for psychology seniors in the Service-Learning concentration. Students will coordinate and/or develop a community partnership plan to be implemented in the next term. Plans and reports from development will be summarized in an APA-format paper at the end of the semester. This course is the first semester of a year-long capstone experience. FA
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 PSY 301  or PSY 337  
  
  • PSY 492 - Service Learning in Practice II


    Credit(s): 3
    Second semester of the capstone experience for psychology seniors in the Service-Learning concentration. Students will oversee the implementation of a community partnership plan developed in a prior semester. Plans and reports from development will be summarized in an APA-format paper at the end of the semester. This course is the second semester of a year-long capstone experience. SP
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 491  
 

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