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PHYS 3010 - Applications of Modern Physics
4 Semester Hours
Application of elementary quantum mechanial concepts to explain physical phenomena occurring in atoms, nuclei,; solids Topics include lasers, molecular structure, bonding in solids, band theory, nuclear structure, radioactivity nuclear fusion,; elementary particles
Prerequisites: PHYS 3000
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PHYS 3050 - Astrophysics
4 Semester Hours
This class studies the physical processes governing the behavior of the stars, galaxies, the origin of the elements, evolution of the stars,; the universe, neutron stars; black holes
Prerequisites: PHYS 2013 ; PHYS 2011 ; MATH 2230
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PHYS 3200 - Advanced Physics Laboratory
4 Semester Hours
Experiments of classical; contemporary importance selected from various fields of physics Experiments often deal with topics that have not been treated in other courses Some areas of experimentation include interferometry, microwaves,; nuclear physics
Prerequisites: PHYS 3000
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PHYS 3300 - Electronics for Scientists
4 Semester Hours
The emphasis of this course is on analog electronics, including DC; AC circuit analysis, diode circuits, semiconductor devices, amplified circuits, operational amplifiers,; oscillators Includes laboratory
Prerequisites: PHYS 2011 ; PHYS 2013
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PHYS 3400 - Computational Physics
4 Semester Hours
In this course we will learn a variety of numerical techniques; how to apply them to problems in physics This will include the computation solution of various ordinary; partial differential equations Some of the problems tackled will include realistic projectile motion accounting for air resistance; the rotation of the earth, the problem of gravitational orbits in a three or more body system, chaotic behavior of classical oscillators; the relaxation method to solve the Laplace equation Familiarity with a computer programming language will help but is not required The implemented language is taught as part of the course
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PHYS 3500 - Classical Mechanics
4 Semester Hours
Dynamics of a single particle, including Newton’s laws, momentum, energy, angular momentum, harmonic oscillator, gravitation,; central force motion The Lagrangian; Hamiltonian formulation will also be emphasized
Prerequisites: PHYS 2013 ; PHYS 2011
Prerequisite/Corequisite: MATH 3540
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PHYS 3510 - Electromagnetism
4 Semester Hours
Fields, conductors, dielectric media,; Laplaces’s; Poisson’s equations Direct; alternating currents, magnetic induction; forces, elecrtromagnetic energy,; Maxwells’ equations with applications
Prerequisites: PHYS 2013 ; PHYS 2011
Prerequisite/Corequisite: MATH 3540
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PHYS 3700 - Undergraduate Research
4 Semester Hours
The student may continue to study topics of interest through readings; research
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PHYS 3701 - Undergraduate Research
1 Semester Hours
The student may continue to study topics of interest through readings; research
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PHYS 3702 - Undergraduate Research
2 Semester Hours
The student may continue to study topics of interest through readings; research
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PHYS 3703 - Undergraduate Research
3 Semester Hours
The student may continue to study topics of interest through readings; research
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PHYS 3800 - Directed Study
4 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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PHYS 3801 - Directed Study
1 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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PHYS 3802 - Directed Study
2 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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PHYS 3803 - Directed Study
3 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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PHYS 3850 - Internship
4 Semester Hours
An internship in which a student works under the supervision of the department.
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PHYS 3851 - Internship
1 Semester Hours
An internship in which a student works under the supervision of the department.
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PHYS 3852 - Internship
2 Semester Hours
An internship in which a student works under the supervision of the department.
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PHYS 3853 - Internship
3 Semester Hours
An internship in which a student works under the supervision of the department.
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PHYS 4100 - Thermal Physics
4 Semester Hours
An introduction to equilibrium statistical mechanics with implications for thermodynamics; the kinetic theory of gases Topics include densityof states, entropy; porbability, partition functions,; classical; quatum distribution functions
Prerequisites: PHYS 3000
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PHYS 4200 - Quantum Mechanics
4 Semester Hours
Postulates of quantum mechanics, operators, eigenfunctions,; eigenvalues Function spaces, Hermitian operators,; time development of state functions Schrodinger’s equation in one dimension, harmonic oscillator, rectangular potential barrier,; the WKB approximation Problems in three dimensions, angular momentum, hydrogen atom,; theory of radiation Matrix mechanics; spin
Prerequisites: PHYS 3000 ; MATH 3540
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PHYS 4902 - Similarities in Physics
2 Semester Hours
Analysis of the similarities that occur in many diverse fields of physics by oral; written presentations Also includes presenting information processed from physical literature
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PHYS 4912 - Senior Seminar
2 Semester Hours
A continuation of the theme in Similarities in Physics Emphasis is placed on a unified approach to problem solving
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Psychology |
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PSYC HI - Honors I in Psychology
4 Semester Hours
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PSYC HII - Honors II in Psychology
4 Semester Hours
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PSYC 1000 - Introduction to Psychology
4 Semester Hours
This course emphasizes psychology as a scientific discipline; in particular as a behavioral science with subfields ranging from biological psychology to therapies to human development to intelligence; more Psychology, like all disciplines, is both the study of certain phenomena; a particular way of thinking about the world This class provides a broad overview of the discipline including vocabulary; theories, basic methods,and critical examination of the research that has been done, the research that should be done; the uses of research results Thinking critically; creatively about problems is a hallmark of good psychological study; experimentation Emphasis will be placed on analyzing; critiquing the research on which current knowledge is based; on critically examining the presentation of psychological; other scientific findings in non-academic contexts
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PSYC 1100 - Love and Sexuality
4 Semester Hours
An examination of the biological, psychological,; social components of human sexuality The course will explore the issues of love, intimacy, normal; abnormal sexual function, marriage,; alternative sexual lifestyles
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PSYC 1200 - Fear and Terrorism
4 Semester Hours
The violent events of the 20th century are presented not as insane aberrations in the record of human behavior, but as the result of understandable psychological; social processes Through the study of these events, we explore the analytical methods; theoretical orientations of three social science disciplines: anthropology, psychology,; sociology Offered summer as part of the European course offerings
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PSYC 1300 - Cultural Perspective in Psychology
4 Semester Hours
This course will focus on ways psychology is both stable; dynamically changing across cultures It is well established that environment plays a large role in psychological functioning,; we will contrast cultural differences in stig-matization of mental illness, approaches to treatments for mental health; disabilities, parenting practices,; cultural personality norms
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PSYC 1750 - Special Topics
4 Semester Hours
This course addresses areas not covered in other courses. It may be repeated for credit with different topics.
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PSYC 2100 - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
4 Semester Hours
This course will introduce students to the most commonly used statistical test in the social sciences Hypothesis testing, correlations, regression equations; nonparametric test will be covered in this course The course will emphasize data analysis; interpretation results Basic understanding of math; algebra are essential
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 2110 - Research Methods in Psychology
4 Semester Hours
This course will introduce students to the processes involved in conducting sound experimental research Students will learn methods of research, subject selection, hypothesis testing,; data analysis Errors that can affect research; proper control of variables will be covered as well Students will conduct their own research project; present it to the class at the conclusion of the semester Required laboratory
Prerequisites: PSYC 2100
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PSYC 2130 - Abnormal Psychology
4 Semester Hours
Presents a psychological understanding; view of abnormal behavior The presently prevailing system for the clinical classification of abnormal behavior is highlighted
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 2150 - Child Development
4 Semester Hours
Examines the general sequence of psychological development in the individual through adolescence; the dominant theories of developmental psychology Special attention is devoted to the domains of physical, cognitive, linguistic,; social development
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 2170 - Social Psychology
4 Semester Hours
Integrates current psychological theory regarding communication, group dynamics, aggression,; human relations with its application in real-world settings Laboratory component This course is the same as SOAN 3710
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 2180 - Behavioral Neuroscience
4 Semester Hours
Neurophysiologic; neuroanatomic correlates; substrates of behavior, emotion,; cognition
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 2200 - Sports Psychology
4 Semester Hours
This course will examine the influence of psychology factors on performance in sports Topics include: athlete personality, motivation, attention, anxiety; arousal issues, cognitive; behavorial intervention,; leadership in team sports
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PSYC 2750 - Special Topics
4 Semester Hours
This course addresses areas not covered in other courses. It may be repeated for credit with different topics.
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PSYC 2800 - Directed Study
4 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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PSYC 3020 - Psychology and Diversity
4 Semester Hours
Survey of empirical evidence on human; society A focus on biological, developmental, social,; cognitive perspectives will be offered Issues specific to diversity, such as discrimination; stereotyping, will be included
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PSYC 3050 - Decision Making
4 Semester Hours
This course emphasizes the psychological processes utilized in making decisions Topics covered include judgement, estimation, prediction; diagnosis, choice under certainty, heuristics; biases, risky decision making,; problem solving, as well as methods that have been developed to improve these processes
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 3060 - Psychology of Language
4 Semester Hours
Examines the perception, comprehension; the production of language Topics covered include psychological; linguistic aspects of phonolgy, syntax,; semantics; the biological bases of language; reading; bilingualism; language acquistion;; disorders
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 ; PSYC 3100 recommended
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PSYC 3070 - Adulthood and Aging
4 Semester Hours
This course describes the physical, sensory, cognitive, personality,; social changes that occur in normal aging Examines the dominant theories of developmental psychology from young adulthood through old age Offered in alternate years
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 3090 - Drugs and Behavior
4 Semester Hours
Study of the behavioral effects of the most common legal; illegal drugs The various actions of each drug on the central nervous system are emphasized with a concentration on how these actions lead to behavioral changes
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 ; PSYC 2180 recommended
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PSYC 3100 - Cognitive Psychology
4 Semester Hours
Cognitive processes underlying memory, problem-solving,; consciousness Systematic exploration of processes, mechanisms,; putative structures involved in encoding, storage, retrieval,; use of information
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 3110 - Sensation and Perception
4 Semester Hours
Mechanisms underlying immediate experience produced by stimuli,; the organization of these sensations into meaningful, interpretable experience
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 3120 - Learning
4 Semester Hours
Adaptive behavior, with an emphasis on processes, principles; theories related to behavioral change Areas of reflexive adjustment, respondent conditioning,; operant conditioning, as well as their interactions, are examined Laboratory component
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 3160 - Clinical Psychology: Theory and Method
4 Semester Hours
Addresses the history, theory,; methods of clinical psychology Major psychotherapeutic theories are considered
Prerequisites: PSYC 2100 ; PSYC 2130
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PSYC 3170 - Health Psychology
4 Semester Hours
This course broadly examines the intersection between psychological health; physical health We will look at how biological, psychological,; social factors interact with; affect the efforts people make in promoting good health; preventing illness, the treatment people receive for medical problems, how effectively people cope with; reduce stress; pain,; the recovery, rehabilitation,; psychosocial adjustment of patients with serious health problems
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 3190 - Psychological Tests and Measurements
4 Semester Hours
Examines the history, methods, problems,; social concerns associated with measuring; assessing human behavior; abilities Common tests of ability; psychopathology are considered The laboratory includes administration; scoring of the WAIS
Prerequisites: PSYC 2110
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PSYC 3220 - Neuropsychology & Cognitive Neuroscience
4 Semester Hours
This course will survey human neuropsychology; cognitive neuroscience, with a focus on neurocognitive mechanixms unerlying behavior Topics will include attention; concentration, learning; memory, object recognition, language,; executive functioning, as well as research methodology, such as nueropsychological assessment Special focus will be placed on brain dysfunction; cognitive syndromes
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000
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PSYC 3300 - Moral Psychology and Neuroscience
4 Semester Hours
An examination of the evolutionary, cognitive,; neurological mechanisms of human moral psychology Topics covered include ethical theories; the intuitive conflicts that arise in classic moral dilemmas, the problem of persistent inconsistent moral judgments, moral decision making, moral development theory, the nature; classification of moral emotions (shame, pride, disgust, etc), attributions of blame; responsibility, moral judgment; causation, trust; loyalty, moral luck,; cognitive moral pathologies such as psychopathy The course will cover the history of moral psychology but will focus predominantly on recent empirical studies of moral cognition using neuroimaging; neuropharmacological manipulations
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PSYC 3320 - Disability Psychology
4 Semester Hours
This course will explore a variety of disabilities, which are a natural facet of the human condition It will investigate specific disabilities in depth (eg, autism), cover onset, symptoms, interventions, risk factors, morbidity,; morality Issues of stigma, ableism,; disabilities as a cultural group will be discussed
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000
Prerequisite/Corequisite: PSYC 2150
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PSYC 3701 - Undergraduate Research
1 Semester Hours
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PSYC 3703 - Undergraduate Research
3 Semester Hours
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PSYC 3750 - Special Topics
4 Semester Hours
This course addresses areas not covered in other courses. It may be repeated for credit with different topics.
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PSYC 3800 - Directed Study
4 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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PSYC 3801 - Directed Study
1 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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PSYC 3802 - Directed Study
2 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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PSYC 3850 - Internship
4 Semester Hours
An internship in which a student works under the supervision of the department.
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PSYC 3851 - Internship
1 Semester Hours
An internship in which a student works under the supervision of the department.
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PSYC 3852 - Internship
2 Semester Hours
An internship in which a student works under the supervision of the department.
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PSYC 3853 - Internship
3 Semester Hours
An internship in which a student works under the supervision of the department.
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PSYC 4700 - Undergraduate Research
4 Semester Hours
Direct involvement of student in empirical research
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PSYC 4701 - Undergraduate Research
1 Semester Hours
Direct involvement of student in empirical research
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PSYC 4702 - Undergraduate Research
2 Semester Hours
Direct involvement of student in empirical research
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PSYC 4703 - Undergraduate Research
3 Semester Hours
Direct involvement of student in empirical research
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PSYC 4750 - Special Topics
4 Semester Hours
This course addresses areas not covered in other courses. It may be repeated for credit with different topics.
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PSYC 4753 - Special Topics
3 Semester Hours
This course addresses areas not covered in other courses. It may be repeated for credit with different topics.
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PSYC 4800 - Directed Study
4 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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PSYC 4801 - Directed Study
1 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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PSYC 4802 - Directed Study
2 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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PSYC 4803 - Directed Study
3 Semester Hours
Course is offered when a student needs a special subject covered to meet a professional requirement or wants to work with an instructor to look more deeply into a particular aspect of a discipline. Instructor consent required.
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PSYC 4850 - Internship
4 Semester Hours
An internship in which a student works under the supervision of the department.
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PSYC 4851 - Internship
1 Semester Hours
An internship in which a student works under the supervision of the department.
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PSYC 4852 - Internship
2 Semester Hours
An internship in which a student works under the supervision of the department.
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PSYC 4853 - Internship
3 Semester Hours
An internship in which a student works under the supervision of the department.
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PSYC 4900 - History and Systems
4 Semester Hours
This course reviews the historical beginnings of Psychology; the current importance of Psychology as a science; discipline, The role that Psychology has played in the human experience since its earliest origins (philosophy) to its most recent incarnations (neuroscience) will be examined An emphasis on recent history, major advances, current theoretical applications,; future directions of Psychology will be the main focus of the course Students will also review current methodoligical approaches used in the various areas of psychological research; are expected to demonstrate appropriate APA writing style; knowledge of the requirements/experience necessary to establish; maintain a career in Psychology
Prerequisites: PSYC 2110
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QMGT 1150 - Introduction to Statistics With R
4 Semester Hours
Introduction to descriptive statistics; statistical inference Topics include the R environment, confidence intervals, t-testing, chich-square test of independence; goodness-of-fit,; regression analysis Application of these statistical tools wiill be in the R programming language
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QMGT 4000 - Collecting and Analyzing Data Using R
4 Semester Hours
In QMGT-4000, students will gain a foundation in importing; analyzing data using R. The course emphasizes the practical application of knowledge; skills that will facilitate collecting data from multiple sources, importing, cleaning data, and efficiently analyzing the data.
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QMGT 4030 - Visualization With Tableau
4 Semester Hours
QMGT-4030 uses Tableau software to help the data analyst design compelling visuals that convert raw data into data visualizations that go beyond the use of spreadsheets and tables. This course is taught in an 8-week format.
Prerequisites: A statistics course that includes regression
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RLST HI - Honors in Religious Studi
4 Semester Hours
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RLST HII - Honors in Religious Studies
4 Semester Hours
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RLST 1010 - Introduction to Classical Hebrew
4 Semester Hours
This year long study of classical (ancient, biblical) Hebrew will focus on mastery of grammar, vocabulary,; syntax in order to lay the foundation for proficient reading of Hebrew texts
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RLST 1020 - Intro to Classical Hebrew
4 Semester Hours
This year long study of classical (ancient, biblical) Hebrew will focus on mastery of grammar, vocabulary,; syntax in order to lay the foundation for proficient readings of Hebrew texts
Prerequisites: RLST 1010
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RLST 2000 - Religions of the World & How Study Them
4 Semester Hours
A wide-ranging exploration of the phenomenon of religion; of the various approaches to its study
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RLST 2010 - Ethics and Religion
4 Semester Hours
A study of moral reasoning about personal; social issues in various religious, philosophical,; cultural contexts An ARGUMENTS course
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RLST 2020 - Classical Hebrew Readings
4 Semester Hours
This semester course will focus on a wide selection of readings in Classical Hebrew, with some attention to later forms of Hebrew, including Qumran; Rabbinic A TEXTS course
Prerequisites: RLST 1010 ; RLST 1020
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RLST 2110 - Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
4 Semester Hours
A study of the history, literature, thought,; practices of Judaism, Christianity,; Islam with attention to their connections with one another A TRADITIONS (A); Interreligious Encounters course This course may be repeated for credit with a different topic
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RLST 2120 - Intro to Hinduism
4 Semester Hours
A study of the history, literature, thought,; practices of Hinduism in India; the West A TRADITIONS (B) course
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RLST 2130 - Special Topics in East Asian Religions
4 Semester Hours
A study of the history, literature, thought, and practices of the religions of China, Korea, and Japan, including Confucianism, Taoism, Buddhism, and Shinto. A TEXT, TRADITIONS (B)and Interreligious Encounters course. This course may be repeated for credit with a different topic.
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RLST 2140 - Introduction to Buddhism
4 Semester Hours
A study of the history, literature, thought,; practices of Buddhism in its various historical; cultural contexts A TRADITIONS (B) course
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RLST 2150 - Introduction to Islam
4 Semester Hours
A study of the history, literature, thought,; practices of Muslims around the world A TRADITIONS (A) course
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RLST 2160 - Introduction to Judaism
4 Semester Hours
An introduction to Jewish history, culture, religion, literature,; practices Modern forms of Jewish practice; identity will be engaged A TRADITIONS (A) course
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RLST 2170 - Special Topics in Traditions A
4 Semester Hours
This course will cover areas of interest not covered in regular Traditions A courses,; there will be unusual opportunities to study subjects of interest
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RLST 2180 - Hindu-Muslim Encounters
4 Semester Hours
This course will cover areas of interest not covered in regular Traditions B courses,; there will be unusual opportunities to study subjects of interest
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RLST 2210 - The Bible: Hist Beginnings, Development,ýContent, and Modern Interpretations
4 Semester Hours
This course explores the beginnings of ancient Israelite literature, the Old Testament/Hebrew (Jewish) Bible, its developments,; the fascinating ways “The Bible”/Old Testament gets used today A Texts; Traditions (A) course Crosslisted with CRCV 2220
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RLST 2220 - Intro to the New TestamentýThen and Now
4 Semester Hours
This course is an exploration of the history of Jesus; the earliest Christians; their writings, with a look at some of the ways they are presented in the modern world What do historians really know about Jesus? What is really in the New Testament? A TEXTS; TRADITIONS (A) course Crosslisted with GRCV 2220
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RLST 2230 - ST in Religious Texts
4 Semester Hours
This course will cover areas of interest not covered in regular Texts courses,; there will be unusual opportunities to study subjects of interest
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RLST 2400 - Work, Ethics, and Society
4 Semester Hours
Students in this course will have the opportunity to explore what “work” means within religious traditions; wider societies; cultures The course includes a substantial ethics component This course is crosslisted with PHIL 2400 ; VESO 2000 A TRADITIONS (A); ARGUMENTS course
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