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POL 401 - Special Topics in Government
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
This course examines special topics in government. Topics are announced each time that the course is offered.
Repeatable: May be taken two (2) times with change in topic
Prerequisite(s): POL 213
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POL 415 - World Geography
Units: 3
GE Designation: M
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course studies the world’s geographic areas and the outstanding human, social, and physical features of realms and regions. In doing so, special attention is given to the more important features of histories, societies, cultures, and religions of the people living in the region. It also examines the relationship between human life and natural environment. The purpose is to help students better understand the world, our relationship with the environment, and human connections around the globe.
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POL 423 - Classical Political Philosophy
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Fall (odd years)
This course examines the origin of Western political, social, and legal thought in order to understand the present through the great political works of the past. It begins in ancient Greece in early democratic Athens and moves through Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. From there, the course explores classical Rome, focusing on Polybius and Cicero. Since the advent of Christianity shapes the development of medieval political thought, the political thought of St. Augustine, John of Salisbury, St. Thomas Aquinas, Marsilio of Padua, Dante, and Thomas More are discussed.
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POL 425 - Modern Political Philosophy
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Spring (even years)
This course entails a comparative study of modern social, legal, and political philosophy, from the Renaissance toward the present by focusing on the great works of the Western traditions, including Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Montesqueie, Kant, Hegel, Bentham, Marx, Mill. The course examines the relationship between these various political philosophers and the modern political world.
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POL 427 - American Political Theory
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Fall (even years)
This course provides an exploration of the founding of the American Republic. It begins with the colonial period, noting the relationship between religion, liberty, and politics, and then moves to ideas that shaped the American Revolution. From there it analyzes the discussions on the Constitution by both the Federalists and the Antifederalists. The course also examines the discussions surrounding the new Republic and the growth of the nation, including the struggles regarding individualism, liberty, equality, race, gender, wealth, economic regulation, and community responsibility.
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POL 429 - Critical Political Philosophy and Postmodernism
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Spring (odd years)
This course examines 20th century responses to modernity and its political and social theories. It focuses on continental philosophers and relates their ideas to contemporary society and politics. It begins with the Frankfurt School of critical theory and its criticisms of modern culture, and then moves from Nietzschean and Heideggerian thought to the hermeneutic theory of Gadamer and Ricoeur. After this, the course assesses the political relevance of the poststructuralism of Foucault, Derrida, and Lyotard. It concludes with Habermas’ discourse ethics and deliberative democracy.
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POL 431 - Christianity and Citizenship
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
This goal of the course is the development of a Christian perspective toward politics. The course begins with an examination of the important role that Christianity played in the founding of the United States. The course carefully considers a number of political worldviews and ideologies from a Christian perspective. The course analyzes the impact of Christianity on political culture and behavior in the United States. Lastly, the course introduces students to the duties and obligations of American Christians in the arena of democratic politics.
Prerequisite(s): Political Science major and Junior/Senior status
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POL 435 - Campaigns and Elections
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (even years)
The course analyzes the dominant role political parties played in the American political system in the past. The course explores the decline of American political parties in recent decades. The course considers the increasing importance of campaign consultants and interest groups. The course examines the consequences of the shift in the roles played by political parties, campaign consultants, and interest groups on the American political system. Since the nature of political campaigns strongly impacts the political agenda of successful candidates once they take office, the course devotes considerable attention to the role of campaign issues in mobilizing key groups of voters as well as the use of campaign strategies and tactics aimed at achieving electoral success.
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POL 437 - Globalization
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (even years)
The course provides a critical assessment of political economy with a special emphasis on the increasing pace of globalization. The course begins with an overview of economics, which is the study of how human beings cope with the problem of provisioning themselves. After discussing the relevant economic principles, the course examines the causes and consequences of economic globalization.
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POL 439 - International Conflict
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (odd years)
The course examines many theoretical explanations for international conflict, such as religious differences, groupthink, territorial demands, domestic politics, misperception, shifts in the balance of power, and ideological differences. Following an extensive discussion of these theories, the course analyzes relevant case studies to determine the validity and relevance of the theoretical explanations. The course concludes with an examination of the diplomatic and political options available to states and intergovernmental organizations seeking to reduce the intensity and frequency of wars in the 21st century.
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POL 440 - Pre-Law Internship
Units: 1-3
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Students enrolled in this course will gain the professional experience valued by employers by utilizing knowledge acquired as Political Science majors in volunteer or paid internship positions. Students will perform relevant tasks under the direction of the Internship Site Supervisor. Students will identify and explore connections between their internship experiences and academic coursework.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department Chair and Junior/Senior status
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POL 443 - Diplomatic History of the United States
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (odd years)
This course is a history of the diplomatic relations of the United States and the development of the leading principles of foreign policy set within the context of an analysis of various geopolitical models.
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POL 444 - International Law
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (odd years)
This course will examine the development of modern international law. The course will consider the foundations of customary and conventional international laws, as well as treaties that bear upon the conduct of members of the international community.
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POL 445 - American Institutions and Processes Internship
Units: 1-3
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Students enrolled in this course will gain the professional experience valued by employers by utilizing knowledge acquired as Political Science majors in volunteer or paid internship positions. Students will perform relevant tasks under the direction of the Internship Site Supervisor. Students will identify and explore connections between their internship experiences and academic coursework.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department Chair and Junior/Senior status
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POL 446 - International Relations Internship
Units: 1-3
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Students enrolled in this course will gain the professional experience valued by employers by utilizing knowledge acquired as Political Science majors in volunteer or paid internship positions. Students will perform relevant tasks under the direction of the Internship Site Supervisor. Students will identify and explore connections between their internship experiences and academic coursework.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department Chair and Junior/Senior status
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POL 447 - Public Administration Internship
Units: 1-3
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Students enrolled in this course will gain the professional experience valued by employers by utilizing knowledge acquired as Political Science majors in volunteer or paid internship positions. Students will perform relevant tasks under the direction of the Internship Site Supervisor. Students will identify and explore connections between their internship experiences and academic coursework.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department Chair and Junior/Senior status
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POL 450 - Research Methods in Political Science
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This course examines the research methods used in Political Science. Topics addressed in the course include the philosophical and theoretical foundations of social science research; ethical issues related to research; research design; descriptive and inferential statistic analysis; survey, qualitative field, unobtrusive, and evaluation research; and qualitative and quantitative data analysis with the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). Students will obtain the statistical knowledge necessary to read and critique scholarly articles and books. In addition, the course will prepare students to use statistical methods in their own research in graduate school or in their professional careers.
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POL 451 - Executive Leadership and Management in the Public Sector
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (odd years)
This course introduces students to the executive and management skills necessary for successful leadership in public organizations. Emphasis is on assessment of personal growth needs and enhancement of administrative skills, including communication, decision-making, motivation, leadership styles, and team building. (This course does not meet requirements for general education).
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POL 452 - Organizational Theory and Design
Units: 3
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
Students will use classic and current literature to examine the fundamental questions guiding organization theory in public administration with an emphasis on reconciling democracy with bureaucratic principles and behavior.
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POL 453 - Administrative Law and Bureaucracy
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (even years)
This course examines the place and impact of executive agencies on the formation and implementation of administrative law and regulation in the United States. This includes an overview of the administrative process, a discussion of administrative power, and bureaucratic organization. The course then examines the steps, stages, and participants of the administrative process, such as delegation of authority, administrative rule making, agency adjudication, and judicial review. The course concludes with a discussion of tort liability and sovereign immunity, the relationship between the bureaucracy and the other branches, and administrative reform.
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POL 454 - International Organizations
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (even years)
The course begins with an examination of the relevant empirical and theoretical studies on International Organizations (IOs), with an emphasis on Intergovernmental Organizations (IGOs) in the global arena. Having established solid empirical and theoretical foundations, the course will explore the impact of international organizations on several issue areas. The second principal portion of the course will utilize the same approach in order to gain a more comprehensive understanding of international non-governmental organizations (INGOs).
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POL 456 - Contemporary Legal Issues
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
This course is an examination of the ever-changing legal climate of law enforcement with special emphasis upon constitutional issues.
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POL 465 - Policy Process and Analysis
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (even years)
This class examines policy-making theory and practice in the United States. Theoretical models studied include rational, incremental, and institutional, group, elite, public choice, and game theory. Policy areas covered include civil rights, criminal justice, health, and welfare, education, environmental protection, economic policy, and national defense.
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POL 471 - Terrorism
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (odd years)
This course examines the origin, political goals, means, and long-term strategy of terrorism. The course distinguishes between terrorist organizations with and without state support. The course also differentiates between domestic and regional/international terrorism. The course utilizes case studies of several terrorist organizations, such as Al Qaeda, to illustrate the emergence of terrorism as a significant threat. The course concludes with an examination of the military and political options available to governments interested in reducing or eliminating the threat posed by terrorism.
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POL 484 - Constitutional Law I
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (even years)
The course facilitates an understanding of the Constitution and its relationship to the three branches of government and their functions and a greater appreciation of the role of the court in affecting their balances. Included aspects of study are the court system, judicial review, presidential power, Congress and commerce, Federalism, contracts, due process, and civil liberties.
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POL 485 - Constitutional Law II
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course studies the most important decisions of the Supreme Court on individual rights and the conflicts from which they have arisen, which means examining the trinity of individual values and rights in American civil liberties – freedom, due process, and equality.
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POL 490 - Contemporary Issues in Public Administration
Units: 3
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
This course uses case studies to examine the history and scope of public administration in the United States. An emphasis is placed on both practice and theory, financial administration, problems of management, administration organization and behavior, decision-making, and intergovernmental relations.
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POL 491 - Public Personnel Management
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Fall (even years)
The course includes theory and current practices in personnel management at the local, state, and national levels of government. Topics covered include the history and development of public personnel management, the constitutional dimensions of employment law, employee training and development, and current human resource issues such as affirmative action, sexual harassment, and cultural diversity. (This course does not meet the POL general education requirement).
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POL 493 - Principles of Public Administration
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: Spring (odd years)
This course examines the scope of public administration. Emphasis on practice as well as theory in personnel administration, financial administration, problems of management, administrative organization, merit systems, and intergovernmental relations by the use of case studies.
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POL 499 - Senior Project
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
A senior capstone course designed to demonstrate the competence of Political Science majors in the discipline and showcase their research and writing skills. The portfolio produced by the student in completion of this project must conform to the departmental guidelines for Senior Projects.
Prerequisite(s): POL 450 and Senior status
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PRD 150 - Introduction to Product Design Methods
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (odd years)
Introduction and overview of product design process and methods. Overview includes examination of the product development process from concept generation to design and manufacturing, including project management.
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PRD 200 - Special Topics in Product Design
Units: 1-6
When Offered: As offered
This course explores and presents selected topics in product design.
Repeatable: May be repeated with change in topic for a maximum of nine (9) units of credit
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PRD 310 - Product Design Studio I
Units: 6
When Offered: Fall
This studio based course utilizes the creative process and methods in product design through the design of projects escalating in scale and complexity. Topics include empathetic research methods, environmental factors/ergonomics, modeling, form giving, prototyping, and communication. Studio projects will primarily consider the design of furniture.
Prerequisite(s): PRD 150 or ARC 210
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PRD 312 - Product Design Studio II
Units: 6
When Offered: Spring
This studio based course examines product design problems increasing in complexity of structures and mechanisms. Studio projects will primarily consider the design of user centered commercial products for mass production in relation to the business environment including marketing, branding, merchandizing, entrepreneurship within the context of globalized marketing and manufacturing.
Prerequisite(s): PRD 310
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PRD 340 - History and Theory of Product Design
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (even years)
This lecture course examines the historical, theoretical, social and cultural context of product design and manufactured products, communication, and media from the Industrial Revolution to the present. The course will study major movements within industrial production as well as concepts of sustainability, social equity, and majority world contexts will be considered.
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PRD 350 - Human Centric Design
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (even years)
This course examines the principles and practices of human-centered design processes and products within product design. An emphasis is placed on the introduction and practiced application of empathetic design research methods and design strategies to the product design process.
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PRD 380 - Materials and Processes
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (odd years)
An overview of materials and manufacturing processes applied in production for Product Design. Emphasis will be applied to an introduction to commonly specified materials and their effect on manufacturing processes and aesthetic composition possibilities, their relationship to market feasibility, and their impact on user markets.
Prerequisite(s): PRD 150
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PRD 400 - Special Topics in Product Design
Units: 1-6
When Offered: As offered
This course explores and presents non-studio based selected topics in product design.
Repeatable: May be repeated with change in topic for a maximum of nine (9) units of credit
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PRD 401 - Special Topics in Product Design Studio
Units: 1-6
When Offered: As offered
This course explores and presents studio based selected topics in product design.
Repeatable: May be repeated with change in topic for a maximum of twelve (12) units of credit
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Dean
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PRD 410 - Product Design Studio III
Units: 6
When Offered: Fall
This studio based course examines product design problems exposing students to technology, materials and manufacturing processes during the development of the projects. Studio projects will primarily consider the reconciliation of user centered constraints such as socio-economic, cultural adaptability, environmental-sustainability, manufacturability, or health and safety.
Prerequisite(s): PRD 312
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PRD 412 - Product Design Studio IV
Units: 6
When Offered: Spring
This studio based course examines advanced design of products and systems of increased complexity.
Prerequisite(s): PRD 410
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PRD 470 - Professional Practice
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (even years)
This course concentrates on the professional preparation and professional practice within Product Design. Topics include professional presentation, communication, and interview skills; portfolio development; administrative and legal aspects of the profession; and aspects of corporate and free-lance practices.
Prerequisite(s): PRD 150
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PRL 202 - Introduction to Public Relations
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course will provide an introduction to the historical, theoretical and practical aspects of public relations with focus on the role of public relations in society, as well as an examination of the communication planning process.
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PRL 205 - Historical and Theoretical Foundations of Public Relations
Units: 3
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
This course will examine the historical foundations of the field of public relations including communication and public relations theories that guide the practice. Students will learn practical application of various theories and practices including APR (Accreditation In Public Relations) standards.
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PRL 300 - Public Relations
Units: 3
GE Designation: I, M
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Principles, history and professional practice of public relations and the writing and production of materials for special events, newsletters, and brochures.
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PRL 302 - Public Relations Writing
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This course will provide students with practical application of public relations writing process for various media with focus on targeting public using research, audience analysis, and message design.
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PRL 310 - Public Relations Issues and Crisis Management
Units: 3
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
This course will examine case studies and best practices in issues and crisis management in the field of public relations. Reputation management, effective management of issues and crisis will be taught based on practical application of various proven strategies and tactics including APR (Accreditation In Public Relations) standards for issues and crisis management.
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PRL 320 - Business Literacy for Public Relations Professionals
Units: 3
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
This course will examine business and finance terms and basic businesses practices as they relate to the field of public relations. Students will learn practical application of budgets, finance principles and best practices as they relate to public relations work and in line with APR (Accreditation In Public Relations) standards.
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PRL 402 - Public Relations Research and Campaigns
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
This course will provide students with the basic skills and practical experience to plan, develop, execute and evaluate public relations campaigns through case study analysis and actual campaign development. This will be achieved through case study analysis and team-based campaign development.
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PRL 430 - Principles of International Public Relations
Units: 3
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
This course examines principles of practicing public relations in a global setting. Students will learn practical application of various theories regarding cultural identity, research and planning campaigns for global audiences. APR, Accreditation In Public Relations standards, will be emphasized as they relate to the practice of international public relations.
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PSC 133 - Survey of Physical Science
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
A survey course designed to provide a foundation in the physical sciences by covering essential principles of motion and energy along with the structure and properties of matter. The application of physical science concepts to daily life will be emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 095 or sufficient SAT or ACT score
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PSC 133L - Survey of Physical Science Lab
Units: 1
When Offered: Fall
A laboratory experience designed to illustrate and reinforce physical science principles and to introduce basic physical science laboratory techniques.
Fee: Additional lab fee
Pre- or Co- Requisite(s): PSC 133
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PSC 201 - Special Topics in Physical Science
Units: 3
Concentration upon a specific topic in the field of physical science. Topic varies for different semesters.
Repeatable: May be taken multiple times with change in topic
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PSC 399 - Independent Study
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
An opportunity for students who have demonstrated the ability to do independent work to pursue in depth a topic of particular interest.
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PSC 401 - Special Topics in Physical Science
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
Concentration upon a specific topic in the field of physical science. Topic varies for different semesters.
Repeatable: May be taken multiple times with change in topic
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PSC 413 - Lab Techniques for Physical Science Teachers
Units: 3
GE Designation: I
When Offered: As offered
Development and practice of classical and modern lab procedures and philosophies including mathematical analysis. Practice, organization, and set up, to conduct various labs used throughout the physical sciences. Study of conformity to various lab situations, and how to improve and modernize existing or standard labs.
Fee: Additional lab fee
Prerequisite(s): PSC 133
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PST 100 - Strategies for Success
Units: 2
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
The course is designed to prepare students for a successful transition to college coursework. Strategies, practical skills and resources for addressing anticipated personal and academic challenges will be identified. Students will be introduced to skills for proper research paper writing requirements, formatting and personal laptop computer use. Connections between students’ goals and campus/program offerings will be reinforced.
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PST 300 - Career and Professional Development
Units: 3
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
This course examines and prepares students for a successful transition from undergraduate studies to graduate level coursework. This course provides students with an opportunity for assessment of career interests and capabilities, initiation and implementation of a personal development plan (PDP) or career portfolio, and feedback on personal and career development. Strategies, practical skills and resources for addressing graduate admission requirements, and grad school expectations are addressed. Advanced computer skills in excel, PowerPoint, Word, LiveText capstone portfolio, and e-bray will be included.
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PST 317 - Ethical and Biblical Principles for Leadership
Units: 3
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
This course evaluates the principles for practicing ethical judgments and behavior that confront those in leadership positions. Students will evaluate various ethical frameworks and survey the Bible to explore and develop principles and habits for Biblically-based leadership practices. The course will also compare Biblical principles of leadership with the contemporary literature on leadership and ethics.
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PST 320 - Leadership Theory and Practice
Units: 3
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
The purpose of this course is to equip students with the skills necessary for successful leadership in public and private organizations. Emphasis is on assessment of personal growth needs and enhancement of administrative skills including communication, decision-making, motivation, leadership styles, and team building. Experiential class work will be utilized in conjunction with classic and current organizational literature so that students can appreciate the bridge linking theory and practice.
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PST 405 - Cross-Cultural Leadership
Units: 3
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
This course examines the impact of culture on concepts of leadership, values, expectations, and patterns of communication to demonstrate the importance of leading with cultural sensitivity and to assist students in developing their own strategies for effectively communicating and negotiating with individuals from varied cultures. Study is also devoted to the development and current conditions of minority/majority relations through the study of sociopolitical and economic causes; consequences of prejudice and discrimination; stereotypes and realities.
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PST 410 - Organizational Development
Units: 3
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
This course is an in-depth study of organization-wide strategies and tactics to improve organizational life and effectiveness. This course evaluates the principles and techniques for developing and improving organizations from a holistic management approach. The course will help students develop the knowledge and skills to work with the internal and external factors that impact organizational development and change in a global environment.
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PST 420 - Decision-Making
Units: 3
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
The course examines and critiques several prominent decision-making models, such as Groupthink, Rational Actor, Governmental Politics, and Organizational Process. The course will also explore steps that leaders in the public and private sector can take in order to avoid flawed decision making.
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PST 430 - Conflict Resolution and Negotiations
Units: 3
When Offered: Online and Professional Studies
This course equips students with a framework to systematically evaluate the sources and stages of conflict in organizations. Students will develop the requisite frameworks and skills in principled negotiations to use conflict constructively to promote organizational and personal development.
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PSY 120 - Lifespan Development for the Health Professions
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
This course is an introduction to lifespan development which incorporates the physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and spiritual growth of individuals from conception through older adulthood with application to health care.
Lecture: Lecture only.
Prerequisite(s): Declared Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Education, Nursing, or Pre-Nursing major
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PSY 201 - Special Topics in Psychology
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
An in-depth seminar on a selected topic within Psychology.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 213 - General Psychology
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This introductory course is a survey of the processes of adjustment, growth, learning, remembering, perception, sensation, socialization, and emotions. It is meant to better equip students to understand and articulate their own life experiences, as well as improve their understanding of the behavior of others. This course is a prerequisite to all other courses in Psychology.
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PSY 301 - History and Systems of Psychology
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course is an overview of the major schools of thought in psychology presented in historical, philosophical and scientific context. The methods of inquiry, terminology and theoretical systems of historical and contemporary psychology will be surveyed. The primary goal is to understand the connections and progressions of psychology throughout its development.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 305 - Developmental Psychology: Child
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (even years)
This course examines the principles of psychological, cognitive, physical, spiritual and social development from conception to adolescence. A Biblical view of growth and change throughout these developmental periods will be addressed.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 315 - Developmental Psychology: Adolescence and Adulthood
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (even years)
This course examines the principles of psychological, cognitive, physical, spiritual and social development from late childhood to late adulthood. A Biblical view of growth and change throughout these developmental periods will be addressed.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 320 - Life-Span Development
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
The course addresses principles of psychological development across time and culture. Students will understand universal stages of human development, influences on individual differences and the impact of nature and nurture. The course views human development as a unit of interrelated parts, concentrating on the relationships between the mind, body, and the socio-cultural context. Specific consideration is given to issues of integration, culture, and Biblical worldview.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 322 - Theories of Personality
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course is a survey of theories of personality emphasizing various viewpoints, unique theoretical perspectives, functions, and development of basic attitudes and belief systems that influence behavior throughout the life span. The course equips students to actively integrate faith (i.e., biblical principles) with the theories discussed.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 325 - Tests and Measurements
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course is a survey of the construction, application, interpretation and evaluation of psychological tests. Theory and principles related to psychological assessment and testing will be examined. Tests used to measure general mental abilities, specific abilities and aptitudes, personality, interests and attitudes are surveyed.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213 and BEH 350 or 383
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PSY 328 - Cognitive Psychology
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course provides an introduction into the structure and processes of the mind, focusing on topics including perception, attention, memory, decision-making, and consciousness. Students will engage with research examining cognition from a behavioral, information-processing, and a physiological perspective. Additionally, students will engage with the philosophical/epistemological assumptions in the study of cognition, with relevant applications in domains such as artificial intelligence, criminal justice, and theology.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 335 - Group Dynamics
Units: 3
GE Designation: M
When Offered: As offered
A study in which personal experience in a group is used to aid individuals in becoming more aware of themselves and the manner in which they affect others and in turn are affected by others. There is some consideration of the various types of groups and group processes.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 338 - Sensation and Perception
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (even years)
This course is a general introduction to the scientific study of sensory processes and perceptual phenomena. The course explores how brain processes facilitate representation for psychological experiences, as well as the impact of multi-modal perceptual processes.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 345 - Abnormal Psychology for Nurses
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
A study of the dynamics, cultural implications, diagnostic symptoms of abnormal behavior including neuroses, psychoses, personality disorders, psychosomatic reactions and other abnormal behavioral patterns. Textual and lecture attention will be given to the relationship of etiology and treatment from psycho-physiology and psycho- pharmacology perspectives. School of Behavioral Science majors may not take this course for credit toward their major.
Prerequisite(s): Nursing major
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PSY 346 - Abnormal Psychology
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Study of the dynamics, cultural implications and prevention of abnormal behavior including neuroses, psychoses, character disorders, psychosomatic reactions and other abnormal personality patterns. Textual and lecture attention will be given to the impact of the environment and oppressed populations in relation to abnormal behavior.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 350 - Introduction to Forensic Psychology
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
This course is designed to introduce students to the areas and issues that define forensic psychology to instill a broad understanding of the field. This broad understanding will include the areas of psychology, law, criminal justice, and forensic mental health. Students will gain a basic knowledge and understanding of the role of psychologists and application of psychological principles within the criminal justice system.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 360 - Sports Psychology
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This course describes the application of psychological concepts to sports and exercise. Emphasis is placed on issues of motivation, emotion, associative learning, imagery, and arousal regulation in regards to their influence on athletic performance and goal achievement. Included in this will be a discussion of the methodologies used to examine sports psychology. This is a hands on course; students should expect to be involved in activities that require light to medium physical activity.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 376 - Art Therapy
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (odd years)
This course is an introduction to the field of art therapy. The modern theories, methods and systems of art therapy will be surveyed. Emphasis is placed on practical application of art therapy concepts as well as the development of specific art therapy skills.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 388 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
This course is designed to provide an introduction to the field of Industrial and Organizational Psychology. Building upon introductory psychology and business principles, special emphasis is placed on understanding people and systems within the context of work. Employee motivation, leadership development, and change management are key areas explored in this course. Attention is also given to a critical examination, from a Christian worldview, of systemic justice issues in the workplace.
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PSY 399 - Independent Study
Units: 3
An opportunity for students who have demonstrated the ability to do independent work to pursue in depth a topic of particular interest.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 401 - Special Topics in Psychology
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
An in-depth seminar on a selected topic within Psychology.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 404 - Psychopathic Mind
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
The professional seminar introduces students to the process and techniques of investigation and psychological profiling of serial murderers, serial rapists, and terrorists.
Prerequisite(s): ANT 225 , PSY 213 , or SOC 213 ; Senior status; and permission of the Dean
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PSY 422 - Theories of Counseling
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
A survey of modern theories of therapeutic counseling with emphasis on gaining an understanding of the psychological principles underlying these methods.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 440 - Internship in Human Services
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
A practical application of basic psychological principles in community or campus responsibilities under professional supervision.
Grade Type: Pass/Fail
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213 and permission of the Dean
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PSY 443 - Social Psychology
Units: 3
GE Designation: M
When Offered: Fall
This course is an examination of the psychological impact of the customs, norms, institutions, and groups upon individual behavior as influenced by social interaction.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 448 - Human Memory
Units: 3
When Offered: As offered
An introduction to the theories, research techniques, and empirical evidence regarding human memory. Topics to be included are short-term and long-term memory, theoretical models for remembering and forgetting, amnesia, autobiographical memory, repression, storing knowledge, eyewitness testimony, childhood memory, memory and aging. Emphasis on how these aspects of memory influence human behavior.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 453 - Psychology of Learning
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall (odd years)
A study of learning processes in light of the various systems of learning theory and major research evidence. Through examination of psychological perspectives, theoretical constructs, and various noteworthy behavioral scientists, students gain a further understanding of the principles of how humans, and other species, learn.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 458 - Motivation and Emotion
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring (odd years)
This course is an introduction to the theoretical, behavioral, and physiological aspects of emotion and motivation in humans. The role of motivation and emotion across domains such as health, education and well-being will be considered, with attention to biological, psychological, and social influences.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 459 - Dynamics of Religious Experience
Units: 3
GE Designation: M
When Offered: As offered
This course is an examination of the social psychological significance of religious experiences and practices viewed from their personal, cultural, and institutional aspects.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 473 - Psychophysiology
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course is an introduction to the capacity, limitations, and complexities of the human brain and its relationship to the neural and endocrine processes underlying brain function and behavior.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PSY 495 - Research Project
Units: 1-4
When Offered: As offered
Undergraduate students will participate in an independent research project in psychology, including the development of a research procedure, gaining IRB approval for the research, data collection, data analysis, and/or research write-up.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213 and permission of the Dean
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PSY 498 - Grief and Loss Counseling
Units: 1
When Offered: Spring
A seminar presentation of approaches to grief and loss and its effect on individuals and families.
Grade Type: Pass/Fail
Prerequisite(s): PSY 213
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PTH 100 - Introduction to Physical Therapy
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This course introduces the student to the field of physical therapy by covering the history and ethics of the profession as they relate to the healthcare system. The course addresses the development of the healthcare team, philosophy of rehabilitation, interviewing patients, inter-professional communication, cultural awareness, patient confidentiality, and the psychosocial impact of illness and injury. The scope of practice of the physical therapist assistant and basic documentation is emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): Physical Therapist Assistant major
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PTH 110 - Medical Terminology for the Physical Therapist Assistant
Units: 1
When Offered: Fall
This course offers students interaction with the dynamic language of healthcare. Through comprehensive study, exercises, and case studies, students will have the opportunity to be immersed in the words, abbreviations, and symbols used in healthcare.
Prerequisite(s): Physical Therapist Assistant major
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PTH 130 - Functional Kinesiology and Therapeutic Exercise
Units: 3
When Offered: Fall
This course covers the study and application of human movement. Kinesiological function of muscle and muscle groups are discussed. Basic principles of therapeutic exercise are presented and applied. Developing skill competencies with manual muscle testing, therapeutic exercise, body mechanics, and posture are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): Physical Therapist Assistant major
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PTH 140 - Basic Clinical Skills
Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
This course introduces fundamental physical therapy skills. Patient data collection and recording will be developed. The student begins to describe, recognize, and apply the functional status, progression, and safety of patients in mobility activities. Developing skill competency with goniometry, palpation, positioning, draping, bed mobility, transfers, gait training, wheelchair management and mobility, vital signs, anthropometric measures, and aseptic techniques are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): PTH 100 and 110
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PTH 150 - Preparation for Clinical Practice
Units: 1
When Offered: Spring
This course is designed to prepare the student for clinical experiences. Content will include reviewing the clinical handbook, Clinical Performance Instrument (CPI), and the clinical placement and assessment process. Written and oral communication skills specific to the clinical environment, professional behaviors, and clinical expectations are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): PTH 100 , 110 , and 130
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