Courses
PO 325 THE POLITICS OF LAW 3.0 Credit(s)
Examines the judiciary's role in the American political process. Topics include the nature of law, political influence in judicial decision-making, court organization, judicial recruitment, and the powers and limitations of the judiciary.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 341 INTERNATIONAL LAW 3.0 Credit(s)
Traces the development of international law and reviews principles and cases in major topical areas.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 351 CONSTITUTIONAL LAW 3.0 Credit(s)
An inquiry into American constitutional law through the study of outstanding cases. Attention is given to the development of constitutional doctrines and the processes of legal reasoning.
Offered: Fall Semester Odd Academic Years
PO 352 THE FIRST AMENDMENT 3.0 Credit(s)
Examines U.S. Supreme Court cases involving the freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition. Special attention is given to the balance between personal liberty and societal order.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 391 INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 1.0-6.0 Credit(s)
Credit for internship experiences and related reflective paper.
Offered: All Semesters Contact Department
PO 395 SEMINAR IN POLITICAL SCIENCE 3.0 Credit(s)
Advanced study of a particular theme or topic in a seminar setting.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
PO 399 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN POLI SCI 1.0-6.0 Credit(s)
Guided study of a topic that goes beyond normal course offerings under the direction of a member of the Political Science faculty. Approval of the chair of the Political Science program required. By special arrangement.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PS 302 RESEARCH DESIGN & ANALYSIS II 4.0 Credit(s)
Students continue to learn how to do primary quantitative research in psychology and to apply basic statistical principles to data collected using the scientific method. Emphasis is on hypothesis testing in experimental and quasi-experimental designs, with special consideration given to the control of extraneous variables. Prerequisite: PS 201 GRADE OF C+ OR BETTER, P
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
PS 331 PSYCHOMETRICS/ SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY 3.0 Credit(s)
Examines principles, theories, applications, and ethics of psychological tests used for clinical, educational, industrial, or legal purposes. Specific tests and issues unique to their use and abuse are presented. Prerequisite: Take PS-110
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
PS 351 BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the nervous system and the principles by which it is organized, processes information, and produces complex behaviors and cognitive processes. Beginning with the neurophysiology of neurons, this course proceeds through synaptic transmission, neuropharmacology, hormonal regulation of behavior, the neural basis of sensory perception, biological rhythms/sleep, theories of emotion, learning and memory and consciousness. Prerequisite: Take PS-110 or BI-111
Offered: All Semesters All Years
PS 355 INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY 3.0 Credit(s)
This course explores theories and methods involved in application of the psychological principles in work settings. Emphasis is on understanding theory, research, learning methods and techniques used in practice. Prerequisite: Take PS-110
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
PS 382 HISTORY OF PSYCHOLOGY 3.0 Credit(s)
An historical survey of theoretical formulations and systems in psychology. Evaluates structuralism, functionalism, behaviorism, Gestalt psychology, psychoanalysis, and the humanistic and cognitive viewpoints. Prerequisite: Take PS-110
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
PS 396 PSYCHOLOGY INTERNSHIP 3.0-4.0 Credit(s)
A culminating course which integrates theory and practice with supervised placement in agencies, schools, and/or institutions. Seminars focus on career assessment, personal growth, and work skills.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
PS 397 RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP 3.0-4.0 Credit(s)
Students conduct research under the supervision of a faculty member. Course may involve a review and discussion of relevant literature in a seminar format and/or data collection in a laboratory setting. Intended for students who are planning to go to graduate school in psychology.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
PS 399 INDEPENDENT STUDY 1.0-6.0 Credit(s)
Offered: As Needed Contact Department