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POM 4400 - Process Management (3)
This course examines the management of business processes in order to attain objectives including productivity enhancement, cost reduction and quality improvements. Organizational efforts to continuously improve processes and enhance customer satisfaction are examined with a primary focus on the complementary subjects of Lean and Total Quality Management (TQM). Special topics such as leadership styles: costs of quality; employee empowerment, participation, and teamwork; statistical process control tools; process improvement techniques; product design; variance reduction; value and non-value adding activities; waste eliminating; and numerous lean practices and tools will be examined.
Prerequisite(s): POM 3430 with a minimum grade of (C).
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POM 4410 - Operations Analytics (3)
This course focuses on modeling and analyzing business operations using computer simulation including discrete event, Monte-Carlo, and systems dynamics. Topics include simulation modeling, input and output analysis, and managing simulation projects. The course includes hands-on work related to application of computer simulation modeling in the context of managerial decision making under uncertainty and designing business processes. Cross-listed with MIS 4410 .
Prerequisite(s): QMM 2410 and POM 3430 with a minimum grade of (C) in each course.
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POM 4420 - Supply Chain Management (3)
This course will examine several issues on effective management of today’s supply chains. They include planning and design for supply chains, mass customization and postponement, distribution networks, management of supplier relationships, benefits/challenges of global sourcing, management of supply chain risks, integration and evaluation of supply chains.
Prerequisite(s): POM 3430 with a minimum grade of (C)
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POM 4430 - Operations Planning and Control (3)
Studies the economic conversion of inputs into goods and services for both manufacturing and service organizations. Managerial and technical aspects of planning and controlling resources within a transformation system are examined including demand management, lean manufacturing, master production scheduling, materials requirements planning, capacity planning and inventory control.
Prerequisite(s): POM 3430 with a minimum grade of (C)
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POM 4470 - Procurement and Global Sourcing (3)
Strategic sourcing enhances efficiency and effectiveness of the entire supply chain, ultimately creating values and improving profitability for organizations involved. This course focuses on understanding how organizations interact with and across the supply chain, specifically on the methods and processes used in global sourcing and procurement.
Prerequisite(s): POM 3430 with a minimum grade of C
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POM 4480 - Project Management (3)
Project management topics examined will include: project selection, project plan elements including statements of work, scope statements, budgets, alternative organizational structures, work breakdown structures, the role of the project manager, leadership styles, teamwork approaches, conflict resolution, schedule development and risk management. Project monitoring and control and project termination will be investigated as well.
Prerequisite(s): POM 3430 with a minimum grade of (C).
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POM 4500 - Operations Strategy (3)
This capstone course examines the formulation and implementation of an operations strategy as part of overall business strategy. It will examine managing operations of competitive advantage (cost, quality, speed, and flexibility) in service and manufacturing firms. Cases are used to illustrate various concepts. Only offered winter terms.
Prerequisite(s): POM 3430 and POM 4430 and POM 4350 or POM 4400 or POM 4420 or POM 4480 or QMM 4400 with a minimum grade of (C) in each course and major standing.
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POM 4600 - Lean Kaizen in Organizations (3)
This course provides students with a comprehensive “learn-do” experience about how successful Lean Kaizens are conducted. The six focus areas are: Lean Philosophy, Lean Tools Techniques, Teambuilding, Kaizen Methodology, Organization Change and Presentation Facilitation. Students will participate on a kaizen team and work on a dysfunctional real-world process.
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POM 4900 - Special Topics in Operations Management (3)
Intensive study of a selected topic in production/operations management. Topics vary. See Schedule of Classes for current offering. May be repeated for a total of six credits as long as the topic is different.
Prerequisite(s): POM 3430 with a minimum grade of (C)
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POM 4996 - Independent Study (1 TO 4)
Qualified and highly motivated students may engage in individual research, directed readings or group study under the supervision of a faculty member. Offered every term. May be repeated for a total of eight credits.
Prerequisite(s): overall (3.0) GPA and approved contract.
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Psychology |
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PSY 1000 - Introduction to Psychology (4)
An introduction both to basic principles and recent formulations in psychology. Topics include the central psychological processes of attending, perceiving, learning, thinking, remembering and study of social behavior, and the development and organization of personality. Required of psychology majors. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the social science knowledge exploration area.
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PSY 2000 - Success in the Psychology Major (2)
Emphasis on the strategies and skills needed for success in the psychology major and in a psychology-related career. Detailed attention will be given to identifying careers with a B.A. in psychology, using career services, getting into graduate school, and developing an individualized academic plan.
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PSY 2150 - Introduction to Biological and Cognitive Psychology (4)
Survey of the processes of learning, memory and thinking, including physiological factors underlying these processes.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1000 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 2250 - Introduction to Life-Span Developmental Psychology (4)
Survey of the principal cognitive, social and behavioral processes that operate across the life-span. Satisfies the university general education requirement for knowledge applications integration. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the social science knowledge exploration area.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1000 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 2350 - Introduction to Social Psychology (4)
Overview of traditional and current trends in social psychology. Attention is given to developing theoretical approaches to attitudes, interpersonal processes and social perception.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1000 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 2360 - Introduction to Individual Differences and Personality Psychology (4)
Survey of basic research in individual differences and personality, including a discussion of major personality theories, personality variables (i.e., aggression, altruism) and the measurement of personality variables.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1000 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 2400 - Introduction to Positive Psychology (4)
Scientific study of the strengths and virtues that allow individuals and communities to thrive. Review of empirical and theoretical work as it relates to positive emotions such as contentment, happiness, hope; individual traits such as optimism, self-efficacy, compassion, resilience, integrity, hope, wisdom; and institutional strengths that foster justice, parenting, leadership, purpose and tolerance.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1000 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 2410 - Introduction to Clinical Psychology (4)
Introduction to the broad field of clinical psychology. The various roles of a clinical psychologist and sub-fields of study in clinical psychology will be covered. Detailed attention will be given to the history and current directions of the field and the activities of a clinical psychologist, including assessment, prevention, intervention, research and consultation.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1000 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 2500 - Research Design in Psychology (4)
General introduction to design, function and interpretation of research in the social sciences. Provides necessary preparation to evaluate the empirically based content of psychology. Required of psychology majors.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1000 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 2510 - Statistics in Psychology (4)
Introduces principal statistical procedures needed to analyze and interpret data in behavioral science research. Includes descriptive and inferential statistics.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher and proficiency in intermediate algebra as demonstrated through a grade of (C) or higher in MTH 0662 or placement in a higher mathematics course.
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PSY 2900 - Topics in Psychology (1 TO 4)
Offered occasionally on special topics of current interest that are not listed among regular offerings.
Prerequisite(s): see individual listings in the Schedule of Classes.
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PSY 3010 - The Psychology of Human Sexuality (4)
Current knowledge surrounding the psychology of human sexual behavior, orientations, and experience. General topics include anatomy, reproduction, sexual behavior, theories of sexual orientation, paraphilia, and sexual health. Students will achieve a current understanding of human sexuality from a psychological perspective.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3020 - Evolution, Science, and Superstition (4)
Overview of the methods and products of science as contrasted with superstition and supernaturalism, with a focus on the evolved psychology that motivates scientific and supernatural thinking. Focus on differentiating critical thinking and scientific evidence-based beliefs and practices from beliefs and practices that are not evidence-based and do not depend on critical thinking, such as tarot card readings, palm readings, astrology and supernaturalism.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3030 - Evolutionary Psychology (4)
Reviews empirical and theoretical work in the broad field of evolutionary psychology which addresses human and non-human nature, individual differences and group differences, including sex differences and cultural differences from an evolutionary perspective.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3040 - Animal Behavior (4)
Comparative psychological, ethological and sociobiological viewpoints behavior of animals. Emphasis on vertebrate species including humans. Discussion of reproductive, aggressive and social behaviors, learning, communication, etc. Stresses an evolutionary perspective. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3100 - Creativity and Innovation (4)
Interdisciplinary approach to understanding cultural, societal, individual, cognitive, and biological determinants of creativity and their application to innovation.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1000 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3110 - Sensation and Perception (4)
Psychophysical, physiological and cognitive approaches to the basic sensory systems and perceptual processes.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3160 - Cognitive Psychology (4)
The information processing approach to problems in pattern recognition, selective attention, mental operations, short- and long-term memory, the psychology of reading, problem solving and probabilistic reasoning. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3180 - Biological Psychology (4)
Biological bases of behavior of humans and related mammalian species: basic neuroanatomy and neurophysiology, motivation, emotion, learning and memory, sleep and dreams, sensory-motor mechanisms, brain stimulation, psychopharmacology, hormones and behavior. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3210 - Child Development (4)
Theory and principles of child development from birth to puberty. Selected topics include: maturational processes, learning and motivation, intelligence, self concept and child-rearing practices. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3220 - Adolescence and Youth (4)
Focuses on the scientific study of the normative biological, cognitive, emotional, personality and social changes that occur during adolescence. Selected topics include pubertal maturation, information processing, identity development, peer relations and family dynamics. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3230 - Adulthood and Aging (4)
Psychological change, from young adulthood to death. Topics include potentials for psychological growth and sources of crisis, changes in intellectual processes, attitudes toward aging, retirement and the needs of the aged. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3300 - Social Cognition (4)
The theory and research explicating thinking processes underlying social phenomena such as impression formation, persuasion, conformity, compliance, stereotyping and causal perception. Areas of focus include attitude formation and change, attribution theory, the role of affect in cognition, schema theory and theories of nonverbal behavior. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3330 - Motivation (4)
Principal theories of motivation. Examination of needs, cognition, and social aspects. Includes a critical review of research and application of these theories to behavior. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3340 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology (4)
Scientific study of the workplace including the application of psychological research methods to such critical business issues as talent management, training and development, selection processes, performance assessment, job satisfaction, employee motivation and commitment, organization development, and work-life balance. The scientist-practitioner model will be emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3370 - Group Dynamics (4)
Group structure, function and process. Focus on how individuals affect the behavior of people in groups; how the group, in turn, affects the behavior of the individual. Topics include leadership, cohesion, group therapy, crowds and mobs.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3390 - Emotion (4)
Understanding of human emotion from both an historical and theoretical viewpoint. Contemporary theoretical positions will be compared in terms of the roles cognition, behavior and psychological changes play in the emotional experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3410 - Adult Psychopathology (4)
Introduction to psychopathology across the lifespan with a focus on the etiology from psychological, biological and sociocultural perspectives; assessment; diagnosis; and empirically-based treatment options. Includes scientific discussion of clinical types, methods of investigation and principals of psychotherapy.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3430 - Child Psychopathology (4)
The psychopathology of children and adolescents. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3440 - Behavior Analysis (4)
Theory and research on the analysis of behavior as it has developed from Pavlov to Skinner and Bandura. Includes a consideration of the application of principles of behavior analysis to individual and social behavior. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3450 - Health Psychology (4)
Application of psychological theory and research to health promotion as well as illness prevention and treatment. The interaction between biological, social and psychological factors in health and medical problems is emphasized. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3460 - Psychology of Gender (4)
Exploration of the psychological perspectives on sex and gender, gender identity, roles, conflicts and stereotypes. Emphasis on psychological development and socialization, race, culture, social class and sexuality. May highlight the unique experiences of women. Identical with WGS 3824 .
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1000 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 3500 - Introduction to Psychometrics (4)
Critical examination of test construction methods and interpretation of various tests, including intelligence, achievement, interests, and personality. Psychological tests and testing in applied settings, with special attention on issues around reliability and validity. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2510 with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 4500 - Advanced Research Design in Psychology (4)
Issues in design and methodology of psychological research with application to one of the areas in psychology. Independent research project required. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2510 with a grade of (C) or higher and permission of instructor.
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PSY 4510 - Advanced Statistics in Psychology (4)
Advanced statistical procedures employed in social science research. Topics include testing the statistical assumptions and a variety of inferential statistics such as partial correlations, multiple regression analysis, factor analysis, mixed ANOVA, and non-parametric tests. Emphasizes the integration of methodological, computational, and statistical issues using statistical software.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2510 with a grade of (C) or higher and permission of instructor.
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PSY 4921 - Readings and Research Projects (4)
Individual readings or laboratory research on a topic agreed upon by a student and a member of the psychology faculty. May be repeated for additional credit. Not more than 8 credits of readings and research project may be counted toward fulfillment of the major in psychology. Each satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor and completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
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PSY 4930 - Field Experience in Psychology (4)
The application of psychological concepts and methods in a non-academic setting. Includes job placement with a classroom component, readings and discussion of relevant literature. May not be repeated for credit. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): junior/senior standing. Minimum of 16 credits in the major including PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher, two courses between PSY 3100 and PSY 3460 and permission of instructor.
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PSY 4971 - Seminar in Cognition, Perception, and Biological Psychology (4)
Advanced seminar in a special topic related to cognition, perception, conditioning or physiological processes. May be repeated once for a total of 8 credits. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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PSY 4972 - Seminar in Developmental Psychology (4)
Advanced seminar in a special topic related to developmental psychology, such as theories of development. May be repeated once for a total of 8 credits. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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PSY 4973 - Seminar in Social Psychology (4)
Advanced seminar in a special topic related to social psychology, such as attitudes, attributions or theories of social influence. May be repeated once for a total of 8 credits. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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PSY 4974 - Seminar in Individual Differences and Personality Psychology (4)
Advanced seminar in a special topic related to individual differences and personality psychology, such as theories of personality, aggression or religion. May be repeated once for a total of 8 credits. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher, and permission of instructor.
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PSY 4977 - Seminar: Psychopharmacology (4)
Examines the effects of drugs on brain and behavior. Includes introduction to brain anatomy and neurotransmission. Emphasis on explanation and theories for the effects of drugs of abuse and drug treatments for psychological disorders on the brain and behavior. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 3180 with a grade of (C) or higher or permission of instructor.
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PSY 4978 - Seminar: Cognitive Development in Children (4)
Advanced seminar that examines children’s cognitive development from infancy through early adolescence. Includes topics such as information processing theories, spatial cognition, schooling and cognition and the study of intelligence. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2250 , PSY 2500 and PSY 3210 , each with a grade of (C) or higher, or permission of instructor.
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PSY 4979 - Seminar: Resilient Aging (4)
Advanced seminar examining psychological resilience in late life. Empirical and theoretical perspectives in developmental psychology emphasize resilience and healthy adaptation in late life, particularly as these pertain to personality factors, stress management, coping, social resources, neurological plasticity, health maintenance, and thriving. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 and PSY 3230 each with a grade of (C) or higher, or permission of instructor.
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PSY 4980 - Seminar: Moral Development (4)
Examines theoretical perspectives and empirical work on the cognitive-contextual, socio-emotional, cultural, and biosocial factors in the development of moral cognition, behavior, and emotion among children and adolescents. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) and either PSY 3210 or PSY 3220 with a grade of (C) or higher, or permission of instructor.
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PSY 4982 - Intergroup Relations (4)
Advanced seminar examining the psychology of intergroup relations. Includes introduction to contemporary and historical theoretical perspectives on intergroup psychology. Emphasis on causes and consequences of stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 and PSY 2510 , each with a grade of (C) or higher.
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PSY 4989 - History of Psychology (4)
Examines psychology’s philosophical and physiological roots. Attention is given to the ways in which historical contexts and movements are linked to major developments in psychological thought and theory, including the psychology of consciousness, the unconscious, behaviorism, cognitive science, social psychology, and applied fields of psychology. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 with a grade of (C) or higher and two additional PSY courses.
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PSY 4995 - Research Apprenticeship (2 OR 4)
Student will be mentored by faculty in various steps of the research process. May be repeated for additional credit. Not more than 8 credits earned in the research apprenticeship may be counted toward fulfillment of the major in psychology.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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PSY 4997 - College Teaching Apprenticeship (4)
Supervised participation in teaching undergraduate psychology courses. Discussion of teaching objectives and methods. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits. Only 4 credits may be offered to fulfill major requirements.
Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
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PSY 4998 - Honors Independent Studies I (4)
First course in sequence for independent honors research project. With guidance from an identified faculty mentor, student will prepare research prospectus, present proposal to thesis committee, and complete IRB or IACUC process. Student is expected to continue independent study in PSY 4999 during subsequent semester. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 2500 and PSY 2510 each with a grade of (B+) or higher, and permission of instructor.
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PSY 4999 - Honors Independent Studies II (4)
Second course in sequence for independent honors research project. Student will collect and analyze data, write manuscript, and defend thesis to committee. Successful completion requires approval of the thesis committee.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 4998 and permission of the instructor.
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PR 2500 - Introduction to Public Relations (4)
Overview of the practices of public relations and its potential impact on various audiences. Study of basic public relation writing formats and management functions related to key external and internal publics.
Prerequisite(s): JRN 2000 or instructor permission
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PR 2510 - Public Relations Writing (4)
Focus on various types of public relations writing styles and formats. Examination of the research, planning and delivery process for communication directed at targeted publics. Practice in both informative and persuasive writing, including news releases, pitch letters, blogs, PSAs, newsletters, brochures, and speeches.
Prerequisite(s): JRN 2000 and PR 2500 ; major standing or instructor permission.
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PR 2700 - Introduction to Research Methods in Public Relations (4)
Provides a critical understanding and application of quantitative and qualitative methods used in the strategic planning and evaluation of public relations. Introduction to scientific inquiry and ethics; research design and various data collection techniques; and basic techniques for data analysis.
Prerequisite(s): JRN 2000 and PR 2500 , major standing; or instructor permission.
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PR 3400 - Case Studies in Public Relations (4)
Study of real-life public relations efforts of various companies and organizations. Students take on the role of public relations practitioners for a fictitious organization and develop public relations goals, objectives, tactics and programs to deal with situations that affect the organization.
Prerequisite(s): PR 2500
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PR 3510 - External Public Relations (4)
Study of public relations related to an organization’s external audiences such as the news media and local, state and national government officials. Students study public relations strategies used to interact with these groups, including media relations, legislative lobbying and special events.
Prerequisite(s): PR 2500
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PR 3520 - Internal Public Relations (4)
Study of public relations related to internal audiences of an organization. In-depth discussion of the shaping of internal culture via public relations vehicles such as publications, general memos, video, new/social media, and face-to-face employee communications.
Prerequisite(s): PR 2500
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PR 3530 - Public Relations and the News (4)
Study of the relationship between public relations practitioners and the news media. Students focus on understanding the differing needs of the news media and how to create and implement various public relations vehicles to reach target audiences through the media.
Prerequisite(s): PR 2500
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QMM 2400 - Statistical Methods for Business I (3)
Descriptive statistics, probability, probability distributions, sampling distributions, estimation, and hypothesis tests. Emphasizes business applications and computer analysis of data. Includes report writing and computer projects, and presentations. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications: completion of the general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 1221 or MTH 1222 or MTH 1441 or (MTH 1331 and MTH 1332 ) or MTH 1554 and MIS 1000 or CSI 1300 with a minimum grade of (C) in each course, and sophomore standing.
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QMM 2410 - Statistical Methods for Business II (3)
Continuation of QMM 2400 . Analysis of variance, nonparametric statistics, correlation, regression, statistical process control, and time series analysis. Emphasizes business applications and computer analysis of data. Includes report writing, computer projects, and presentations. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications: completion of the general education requirement in the formal reasoning knowledge foundation area.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 1222 or MTH 1554 and STA 2220 or STA 2226 or QMM 2400 with a minimum grade of (C) in each course, and sophomore standing.
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QMM 4400 - Management Science (3)
This is a survey course of management science topics such as Decision Trees, Linear Programming, Transportation and Scheduling Models, Linear and Logistic Regression, Markov Chains and Queuing. Course emphasis is on problem formulation or drawing the link between a business problem and a mathematical model that allows studying or optimizing the business process. The course uses standard software tools and meets in a computer lab.
Prerequisite(s): QMM 2410 with a minimum grade of (C) in each course.
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QMM 4520 - Forecasting (3)
Survey of time-series forecasting methods used in business, including trends, exponential smoothing, decomposition, ARIMA, and neural nets. Econometric topics include seasonal binaries, autocorrelation, and lagged variables. Includes case studies and discussion of current economic conditions. Computer tools are used for individual and team projects.
Prerequisite(s): QMM 2410 with a minimum grade of (C) in each course.
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QMM 4900 - Special Topics in Quantitative Methods (3)
An advanced course involving study of current issues and recent developments in Quantitative Methods. Topics vary. See Schedule of Classes for current offering. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Same topic cannot be repeated.
Prerequisite(s): QMM 2400 or QMM 2410 or STA 2220 or STA 2226 with a minimum grade (C) in each course.
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QMM 4996 - Independent Study (2 OR 4)
Qualified and highly motivated students may engage in individual research, directed readings or group study under the supervision of a faculty member. Offered every term. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits.
Prerequisite(s): overall GPA of (3.0) or better and an approved contract.
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Radiologic Technology |
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RAD 3110 - Methods of Patient Care I (2)
An overview of patient care procedures for medical imaging. Topics include infection control, sterile technique, vital body signs, immobilization, body mechanics and patient transport, routine and emergency patient care procedures and the purpose and radiographic identification of tubes/lines. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 3310 - Radiologic Physics I (3)
The principles of atomic theory, x-ray production and generation, and the characteristics of x-rays. The entire x-ray circuit is covered, as well as the function of the circuits’ individual components. Basic electronics, electrostatics, magnetism, the structure of matter, etc. are covered. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 3330 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure I (3)
This course covers the principles of x-ray and image receptor exposure. Topics include: Introduction to image quality factors, attenuation, radiation protection and digital imaging. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 3340 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure II (2)
Continued focus on image formation and image receptor exposure. Topics include factors affecting image quality, exposure conversion formulas and digital image receptors. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 3410 - Radiographic Procedures I (4)
An introduction to radiographic positioning, terminology and procedures. Instruction in radiographic anatomy, positioning and pathology of chest, abdomen, upper extremity and lower extremity. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 3420 - Radiographic Procedures II (2)
Instruction in radiographic anatomy, positioning and pathology of the bony pelvis, bony thorax and entire spine. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 3450 - Radiographic Image Evaluation I (2)
An in-depth study of radiographic images, focusing on critique of images regarding recommended standard evaluation criteria. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 4070 - Radiation Biology and Protection (2)
Overview of the principles of radiation interactions with living organisms. Early and late effects of radiation exposure are discussed. Methods to limit occupational and patient exposures are covered. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 4110 - Methods of Patient Care II (1)
Examination of medical emergencies, radiographic contrast material and pharmacology. Venipuncture and medication safety are included. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 4310 - Radiologic Physics II (3)
Topics include physics of computed radiography, digital radiography, digital image processing, mammography, fluoroscopy, computed tomography, ultrasound, and magnetic resonance imaging. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 4330 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure III (2)
Focus on fluoroscopy, tomography and foundation principles related to digital imaging. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 4340 - Principles of Radiographic Exposure IV (3)
Focus on the application of technical exposure principles to the digital aspect of radiographic image production, processing, and analysis. Elements of a radiology quality assurance program with specific equipment testing methods are presented. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 4410 - Radiographic Procedures IV (3)
Instruction in radiographic anatomy, positioning and pathology of the skull, sinuses, facial bones, nasal bones and mandible. Includes exploration of trauma, mobile, surgical, and pediatric radiography. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 4420 - Radiographic Procedures V (3)
Instruction in advanced radiographic procedures. Topics include special positions and procedures; sectional anatomy; research/presentation of an imaging topic of continued professional education. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 4440 - Medical Imaging Practices (4)
Examination of current medical imaging practices in a variety of specialties. Emphasis is on patient care, safety, imaging principles and imaging procedures. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 4801 - Computed Tomography (7)
This course provides the student with clinical experiences and didactic education in the essential elements of computed tomography in preparation for the post-primary certification. This course is an in-depth study of patient safety, equipment operation, imaging methodology and pathologic considerations. Instructors Permission required.
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RAD 4802 - Interventional Radiology (7)
This course provides the student with clinical experiences and didactic education in the essential elements of interventional radiology in preparation for the post-primary certification. This course is an in-depth study of patient safety, equipment operation, imaging methodology and pathologic considerations. Instructor’s permission required.
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RAD 4803 - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (7)
This course provides the student with clinical experiences and didactic education in the essential elements of magnetic resonance imaging in preparation for the post-primary certification. This course is an in-depth study of patient safety, equipment operation, imaging methodology and pathologic considerations. Instructors Permission required.
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RAD 4804 - Mammography (7)
This course provides the student with clinical experiences and didactic education in the essential elements of mammography in preparation for the post-primary certification. This course is an in-depth study of patient safety, equipment operation, imaging methodology and pathologic considerations. Instructors Permission required.
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RAD 4960 - Clinical Practicum I (3)
Student will gain hands-on experience and begin to achieve competency in basic radiographic procedures under the supervision and guidance of registered technologists.
Prerequisite(s): program permission.
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RAD 4961 - Clinical Practicum II (3)
Continuation of RAD 4960 . Increased participation and performance is expected. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 4962 - Clinical Practicum III (3)
Continuation of RAD 4961 . Increased participation and performance is expected. Emphasis on progression of competency and professional development. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 4963 - Clinical Practicum IV (3)
Continuation of RAD 4962 . Emphasis is placed on increased competence and confidence in the development of personal routine practices. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 4964 - Clinical Practicum V (3)
Continuation of RAD 4963 . Opportunities are provided in general radiography and advanced imaging modalities. Emphasis is placed on increased competence and confidence in the development of personal routine practices. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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RAD 4965 - Clinical Practicum VI (3)
Continuation of RAD 4964 . Opportunities are provided in general radiography and advanced imaging modalities. Focus is on performing at entry-level. Restriction(s): RAD specialization standing.
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