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MUS* 219: Electronic Music Composition II 3 Credits
A continuation of MUS* 218 , Electronic Music Composition I. This course is an exploration of techniques used in electronic music composition. Topics covered include: further exploration in the editing of digital recording using industry standard sequencing software; the mix, mastering and exporting of digital recordings; and the composition of a music score for a video. Students will also be introduced to the various aspects of operating a recording studio which will include the type and function of equipment used and business requirements.
Prerequisites: MUS* 218 or permission of instructor.
Offered: Spring
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MUS* 242: Classical Chamber/Jazz Combo III 1 Credits
(Formerly MUS 223)
Students participating in the Chamber Ensemble course will gain exposure and experience in performing standard classical repertoire as part of a classical chamber ensemble. During preparation of the musical selections, students will be required to listen to recordings of works by the composers and professional performers to gain an understanding of the historical significance and stylistic approach of selected performance repertoire. Students will develop ensemble performance skills and ensemble techniques and will be required to practice assigned musical selections outside of class in order to be prepared to perform these pieces with the ensemble. Students are required to take the course for four semesters.
Students participating in the Jazz Ensemble course will gain exposure and experience in performing standard jazz repertoire as part of a jazz combo ensemble. During preparation of the musical selections, students will be required to listen to recordings of works by the composers and professional performers to gain an understanding of the historical significance and stylistic approach of selected performance repertoire. Students will develop jazz improvisation skills and ensemble techniques and will be required to practice assigned musical selections outside of class in order to be prepared to perform these pieces with the ensemble. Students are required to take the course for four semesters.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Spring
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MUS* 247: Classical Chamber/Jazz Combo IV 1 Credits
(Formerly MUS 224)
Students participating in the Chamber Ensemble course will gain exposure and experience in performing standard classical repertoire as part of a classical chamber ensemble. During preparation of the musical selections, students will be required to listen to recordings of works by the composers and professional performers to gain an understanding of the historical significance and stylistic approach of selected performance repertoire. Students will develop ensemble performance skills and ensemble techniques and will be required to practice assigned musical selections outside of class in order to be prepared to perform these pieces with the ensemble. Students are required to take the course for four semesters.
Students participating in the Jazz Ensemble course will gain exposure and experience in performing standard jazz repertoire as part of a jazz combo ensemble. During preparation of the musical selections, students will be required to listen to recordings of works by the composers and professional performers to gain an understanding of the historical significance and stylistic approach of selected performance repertoire. Students will develop jazz improvisation skills and ensemble techniques and will be required to practice assigned musical selections outside of class in order to be prepared to perform these pieces with the ensemble. Students are required to take the course for four semesters.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Spring
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MUS* 252: Group Piano III 1 Credits
This class is the continuation of MUS*191 Group Piano II and it concentrates on performance of beginning intermediate level, well-known selections and piano techniques, harmonizing and transposing simple melodies, and three-part score reading. Students are required to attend a live concert featuring solo keyboard and write a concert review paper.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUS* 191 with a ‘C’ or better, or permission of instructor
Offered: Fall, Spring
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MUS* 255: Group Piano IV 1 Credits
This class is the continuation of MUS*252 Piano Class III and it concentrates on performance of advanced intermediate level selections, piano techniques, score reading, and harmonizing melodies. Students are required to attend a live concert featuring solo keyboard and write a concert review paper.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUS* 252 with a ‘C’ or better, or permission of instructor
Offered: Fall, Spring
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MUS* 260: Music Ear Training III 1 Credits
Ear Training III is a continuation of Ear Training II. As the aural component of Music Theory III, it is highly recommended to take MUS*260 concurrently with Music Theory III (MUS*213). This course uses Kodály materials. Intervals, scales, and triads in all inversions are sung and identified, with an introduction of seventh chords. Practice singing in three and four parts is included in treble and bass clefs, with introduction of C clefs and transposition. Melodies for singing and dictation in one-part and two-parts gradually incorporate chromatic alterations. Keyboard harmony and chord progressions are reinforced (aural identification of diatonic harmonic functions).
Prerequisites: Completion of MUS* 168 with a ‘C’ or better, or permission of instructor
Offered: Fall, Spring
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MUS* 261: Ear Training IV 1 Credits
Ear Training IV is a continuation of MUS*260 (Ear Training III). As the aural component of Music Theory IV, it is highly recommended to take MUS*264 concurrently with Music Theory IV (MUS*214). This course uses Kodály methodology. Intervals, scales, and chords in all inversions are sung and identified. Students will practice taking modal and tonal dictation as well as singing in three and four parts in all clefs and reading chorales in open-score. “Sing and play” is part of this class. Keyboard harmony and chord progressions are reinforced through aural identification of harmonic functions incorporating secondary dominants, modulations, Neapolitan and augmented sixth chords. Sight-sing simple atonal melodies will be introduced.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUS* 260 with a ‘C’ or better, or permission of instructor
Offered: Fall, Spring
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MUS* 270: Chorale III 1 Credits
(Formerly MUS 221)
The primary purposes of this academic course are the development of student musicianship and his vocal technique, as well as the study and performance of a variety of musical styles through the medium of choral ensemble. The course includes regular rhythmic, diction, sight-reading and vocalizing exercises, as well as learning of their own soprano, alto, tenor, baritone or bass part. This course is open to all students in the college. All vocalists are required to take the four-semester sequence of Chorale.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUS* 134 with a ‘C’ or above
Offered: Fall,Spring
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MUS* 271: Chorale IV 1 Credits
(Formerly MUS 222)
The primary purposes of this academic course are the development of student musicianship and his vocal technique, as well as the study and performance of a variety of musical styles through the medium of choral ensemble. The course includes regular rhythmic, diction, sight-reading and vocalizing exercises, as well as learning of their own soprano, alto, tenor, baritone or bass part. This course is open to all students in the college. All vocalists are required to take the four-semester sequence of Chorale.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUS* 270 with a ‘C’ or better
Offered: Fall,Spring
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MUS* 275: Madrigal/Chamber Singer III 1 Credits
(Formerly MUS 227)
The primary purposes of this academic course are the development of student musicianship and his vocal technique, as well as the study and performance of a variety of musical styles through the medium of chamber choral ensemble. The course includes regular rhythmic, diction, sight-reading and vocalizing exercises, as well as learning of their own soprano, alto, tenor, baritone or bass part. This advanced course is open to all students in the college. Previous choral experience, knowledge of music notation and good sight-reading capability are required. Brief individual auditions may be conducted at the beginning of the first class. Students registered for this course must be also registered for MUS*B270.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUS* 175 with a ‘C’ or above and take MUS* 270 simultaneously
Offered: Occasionally
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MUS* 276: Madrigal/Chamber Singer IV 1 Credits
(Formerly MUS 228)
The primary purposes of this academic course are the development of student musicianship and his vocal technique, as well as the study and performance of a variety of musical styles through the medium of chamber choral ensemble. The course includes regular rhythmic, diction, sight-reading and vocalizing exercises, as well as learning of their own soprano, alto, tenor, baritone or bass part. This advanced course is open to all students in the college. Previous choral experience, knowledge of music notation and good sight-reading skills are required. Brief individual auditions may be conducted at the beginning of the first class. Students registered for this course must be also registered for MUS*271.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUS* 275 with a ‘C’ or above, and taking MUS* 271 simultaneously
Offered: Occasionally
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MUS* 277: Vocal: Opera to Broadway 1 Credits
A performing ensemble course. Students will research and perform several scenes from musical theater, operetta and operatic repertoire in a live production
Prerequisites: MUS* 173 or MUS* 133 or MUS* 174 or permission by instructor.
Offered: Fall,Spring
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MUS* 285: Applied Lessons III 2 Credits
This course is the second in a sequence of required private vocal or instrumental lessons to reinforce and learn elements of music performance. Students will continue their instruction through one hour per week master class and one hour per week of required private music lesson. Private teachers will be selected and approved by the music department.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUS* 186 with a ‘C’ or above, or permission of instructor
Offered: Fall,Spring
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MUS* 286: Applied Lessons IV 2 Credits
This course is the fourth and last in a sequence of required private vocal or instrumental lessons to reinforce and learn elements of performance. Students will continue their instruction through one hour per week master class and one hour per week of required private music lesson. Private teachers will be selected and approved by the music department. Capstone: Students will be required to present a lecture/recital of contrasting periods and styles for music faculty and students. Vocalists will need to perform pieces in at least two different languages.
Prerequisites: Completion of MUS* 285 with a ‘C’ or above, or permission of instructor
Offered: Fall,Spring
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OTA* 102: Foundations of Occupational Therapy 3 Credits
(Formerly OTA 101)
An overview of occupational therapy that describes the philosophy and theoretical foundation of the profession as well as the role of the occupational therapy assistant. Level I, observational experiences will be required.
Prerequisites: Admission to the OTA program.
Offered: Fall
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OTA* 120: Neurologic Intervention in Occupational Therapy 4 Credits
(Formerly OTA 120)
A study of the human nervous system with a focus on sensory and motor behavior. The lab is a focus on anatomy and physiology including assessment of function. Prerequisite: concurrently or after OTA* 102 and the biology requirement. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Concurrently or after OTA* 102 and the biology requirement.
Offered: Fall
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OTA* 206: Level I Advanced Fieldwork 0 Credits
(Formerly OTA 106)
A pass/fail course providing 20 hours of supervised fieldwork experience where the student applies treatment learned in OTA courses and learns about the roles of other professionals involved in patient treatment.
Prerequisites: OTA* 102 and OTA* 120 . To be taken concurrent with OTA* 210 , OTA* 216 and OTA* 218 .
Offered: Spring
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OTA* 208: Healthcare Management in Occupational Therapy 3 Credits
Explores the roles of the OTA in healthcare delivery, with an emphasis on ethics, standards of practice, professional behavior, certification/licensure, emerging areas of practice, evidence based practice and the healthcare team role delineation.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Spring
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OTA* 210: Occupational Therapy Practice in Pediatrics 3 Credits
(Formerly OTA 102)
An overview of disabilities and diseases that affect children, and the study of occupational therapy theory and practice as it pertains to the treatment of these disabilities.
Prerequisites: OTA* 102 and OTA* 120 , BIO* 115 , and PSY* 201 . To be taken concurrent with OTA* 210L
Offered: Spring
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OTA* 210L: Occupational Therapy Practice in Pediatrics Lab 1 Credits
(Formerly OTA 102L)
A laboratory course in occupational therapy to complement OTA* 210 ; must be taken concurrently with OTA* 210 . Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
Prerequisites: OTA* 102 and OTA* 120
Offered: Spring
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OTA* 216: Occupational Therapy Practice in Physical Dysfunction 3 Credits
The study of Occupational Therapy theory and practice as it pertains to the treatment of disabilities and diseases commonly treated by occupational therapy practitioners in the physical rehabilitation setting.
Prerequisites: OTA* 102 and OTA* 120 . To be taken concurrent with OTA* 216L
Offered: Spring
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OTA* 216L: Occupational Therapy Practice in Physical Dysfunction Lab 1 Credits
Exploration of Occupational Therapy assessments, techniques, interventions and approaches utilized within the practice area of physical disability. Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
Prerequisites: OTA* 102 and OTA* 120 . To be taken concurrent with OTA* 216
Offered: Spring
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OTA* 218: Occupational Therapy Practice in Mental Health 3 Credits
The study of Occupational Therapy theory and practice as it pertains to psychiatric diagnoses, and the impact of such upon one’s occupational functioning.
Prerequisites: OTA* 102 and OTA* 120 . To be taken concurrent with OTA* 218L
Offered: Spring
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OTA* 218L: Occupational Therapy Practice in Mental Health Lab 3 Credits
Exploration of Occupational Therapy assessments, techniques, interventions and approaches utilized within the practice area of Mental Health. Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
Prerequisites: OTA* 102 and OTA* 120 . To be taken concurrent with OTA* 218
Offered: Spring
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OTA* 234: Documentation in Occupational Therapy 3 Credits
This course develops an understanding of, and provides opportunities for, the student to become proficient in the various styles and formats of clinical documentation. Students will develop the ability to construct and revise treatment goals and formulate treatment plans employing various styles utilized within the medical profession.
Prerequisites: OTA* 102 and OTA* 120
Offered: Fall
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OTA* 242: Level II Fieldwork 11 Credits
(Formerly OTA 242)
Sixteen weeks of clinical training under the direction of an occupational therapy practitioner. Half the training deals with psychosocial dysfunction and half with physical disabilities.
Prerequisites: Completion of all OTA and general education course work, and Level I Advanced Fieldwork.
Offered: Fall,Spring
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OTA* 244: Clinical Seminar in Occupational Therapy 1 Credits
(Formerly OTA 244)
The study of occupational therapy treatment principles and applications using the single case model; to be taken concurrently with OTA* 242 .
Prerequisites: Completion of all OTA and general education course work, and Level I Advanced Fieldwork.
Offered: Fall,Spring
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Oceanography |
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OCE* 101: Introduction to Oceanography 3 Credits
(Formerly OCEN 110)
An introduction to the science of the ocean with emphasis on the geological, physical, chemical and biological aspects of oceans. Topics include physical and chemical properties of seawater, circulation, bathymetry, waves, tides, El Niño, and marine plant and animal habitats. A field trip may be included.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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Philosophy |
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PHL* 101: Introduction to Philosophy 3 Credits
(Formerly PHIL 201)
Development of personal views on the fundamental issues of human existence: the nature of reality, the nature of the human person, knowing and thinking, freedom, basis of morality, aesthetics, the philosophical basis of political systems, and God’s existence.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
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PHL* 103: Who Are We?: Theories of Human Nature 3 Credits
An introductory level philosophy course, designed for students who have no experiences in philosophic studies. The course deals with a wide range of philosophic issues organized thematically with particular emphasis placed on the study of major theories of Human Nature: ancient religious traditions, classic philosophical systems, contemporary theories that use scientific method to understand human nature.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PHL* 106: Great Human Ideas: Truth, Goodness, Beauty, Liberty, Equality, and Justice 3 Credits
An introductory level philosophy course, exploring some of great philosophic ideas which have had enduring impact on human and human societies. The course is organized in three parts: 1. What is philosophy? ; 2. The Ideas We Judge by; 3. The Ideas We Act on. The first part is a general introduction to philosophy for students who have no experiences in philosophical studies, the second part discusses in depth ideas of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty, and in the third part, Liberty, Equality, and Justice.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PHL* 111: Ethics 3 Credits
(Formerly PHIL 203)
The fundamentals and principles of ethics: moral conscience, good and evil, values, norms, ethical judgment, major ethical systems, punishment, religion and ethics. Contemporary problems with case studies; in particular, issues of environmental and bio-medical ethics.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
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PHL* 112: Medical Ethics 3 Credits
(Formerly PHIL 213)
This course relates specific health experiences and issues to ethical theories of traditional and contemporary philosophy. It includes a critical examination of current opinions on moral issues in health care and gives a fair consideration of those views.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Spring
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PHL* 115: Business Ethics 3 Credits
(Formerly PHL 115)
This course will examine the full extent of the relationship between business and ethics: The philosophical foundation for capitalism will be examined as will the application of ethical values and principles to employee/employer interactions.
Prerequisites: Students are strongly urged to take PHL* 101 or the equivalent; or any 100 or 200 level English course to prepare for this course.
Offered: Occasionally
Cross listed as: BBG* 240
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PHL* 131: Logic 3 Credits
(Formerly PHIL 205)
Logic is the study of sound reasoning, Areas of concern include practical logic, deduction, induction, and symbolic logic. Focus is upon the application of logical distinctions to rational argument, fallacies, definition, and generally to scientific method. Recommended for all students.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PHL* 151: World Religions 3 Credits
(Formerly PHIL 207)
Survey of the major religions of the world: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism and Hinduism, with emphasis on essential doctrines and practices. A review of contemporary cults and sects.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PHL* 153: Buddhist Philosophy 3 Credits
(Formerly PHIL 227)
An examination of the predominant philosophical themes in divergent traditions of Buddhism. Some topics to be covered are metaphysics, ethics, aesthetic concepts, and the Buddhist values for confronting contemporary problems. Recommended for all students.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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PHL* 163: Chinese Philosophy 3 Credits
(Formerly PHIL 211)
An inquiry into the concept of order and harmony in Chinese philosophy. Readings in English translation will include both primary texts and contemporary analyses of materials from Confucianism, Taoism, and other Chinese philosophic schools. Recommended for all students.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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PHL* 197: Philosophy of Sports 3 Credits
This is an advanced philosophy course designed to illustrate the point that philosophical reflection is present in our daily experiences, which we may consider nonintellectual. This course will take up the related themes of sports, athletics, and play, in order to show that an adequate understanding of them requires philosophical understanding. Topics will include the social significance of sports, ethical issues in sports, sports and race, mind and body in sports, sports and aesthetics, gender in sports. Advanced reading and writing skills will help to succeed in this course. Taking a lower level philosophy course or ENG* 101 would be helpful before taking this course.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101
Offered: Occasionally
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PHL* 201: Reading Plato’s Republic 3 Credits
This course is an upper level course and designed to help students read original philosophic literature. In this course, students will explore Plato’s Republic, which is the first, and arguably the most influential, work in the history of Western political philosophy.
Prerequisites: Any 100-level philosophy course or ENG* 101 .
Offered: Spring
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PHL* 211: Reading Aristotle: The Ethics of Happiness 3 Credits
This is an advanced philosophy course prepared for students proficient in reading and writing. The course focuses on the study of views of Artistotle about mortality by means of a careful reading of his Niomachean Ethics. The goal of the course is to present his ideas clearly and to suggest ways in which the thought of a philosopher from so long ago still bears tremendous relevance for our own age.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Spring
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PTA* 120: Introduction to Physical Therapy 3 Credits
(Formerly PT 101)
Learning opportunities in this course assist the student to recognize the roles of physical therapy within various practice settings. Students differentiate functions of physical therapists and physical therapist assistants as members of the health care team through study of documentation principles, ethics, laws and organizations important to the provision of services. Learning also includes development of knowledge and abilities within the domains of conduct, communication and sensitivity to individual and cultural differences.
Prerequisites: Admission to the PTA* Program.
Offered: Spring
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PTA* 125: Physical Therapy for Function 4 Credits
(Formerly PT 102)
This course provides the student with introductory concepts and techniques for effective patient teaching and physical therapy intervention for function and mobility. Emphasis is placed on competence in problem-solving and the physical therapist assistant’s role in modification of physical therapy interventions.
Prerequisites: Admission to the PTA* Program.
Offered: Spring
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PTA* 220: Introduction to the Physical Therapy Clinic 1 Credits
(Formerly PT 106)
This course provides an orientation to the physical therapy clinic and to the provision of physical therapy interventions. Students develop communication, intervention, and problem-solving techniques within the physical therapy clinic.
Prerequisites: PTA* 120 and PTA* 125 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Offered: Summer
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PTA* 230: Physical Agents in Physical Therapy 4 Credits
(Formerly PT 110)
This course develops the student’s competence with problem-solving and application of physical therapy interventions using physical agents, including therapeutic applications of heat, cold, water, electricity, light and mechanical forces or devices.
Prerequisites: PTA* 120 and PTA* 125 with a grade of “C” or higher, PTA* 220 with a grade of “P”.
Offered: Fall
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PTA* 235: Kinesiology For Rehabilitation 4 Credits
(Formerly PT 111)
This course fosters learning of the anatomical and biomechanical principles of human movement through the study of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Competencies attained include accurate data collection by goniometry, manual muscle testing, posture and gait analysis including the effects of biomechanical forces on the human body.
Prerequisites: PTA* 120 and PTA* 125 with a grade of “C” or higher, PTA* 220 with a grade of “P”.
Offered: Fall
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PTA* 250: Therapeutic Exercise 5 Credits
(Formerly PT 201)
Learning includes the theory and techniques to safely and effectively implement therapeutic exercise interventions based on a plan of care established by a physical therapist. Students also develop competence to measure a patient’s response to interventions and respond accordingly and to provide effective instruction to patients and caregivers.
Prerequisites: PTA* 230 and PTA* 235 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Offered: Spring
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PTA* 253: Pathophysiology for Rehabilitation 3 Credits
(Formerly PT 202)
This course develops comprehension about abnormalities and the physical, physiological and psychological changes that occur throughout the human lifespan. The student learns the effects of pathology on the rehabilitation of patients with orthopedic, neurological, and general medical conditions.
Prerequisites: PTA* 230 and PTA* 235 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Offered: Spring
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PTA* 258: PTA in the Healthcare Arena 2 Credits
(Formerly PT 210)
This course develops the student’s ability to apply physical therapy interventions and data collection techniques within the clinic environment and advances the student’s abilities with communication, conduct and problem-solving within the structure of the health care system.
Prerequisites: PTA* 230 and PTA* 235 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Offered: Spring
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PTA* 260: Physical Therapy Seminar 2 Credits
(Formerly PT 211)
In this pass/fail course students demonstrate the ability to apply principles of problem solving to selected professional issues, industry trends, and special populations that may be encountered as a physical therapist assistant. Learning opportunities assist in the transition from student to clinician and identification of interest areas for lifelong learning.
Prerequisites: PTA* 250 , PTA* 253 and PTA* 258 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Offered: Fall
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PTA* 262: PTA Internship II 5 Credits
(Formerly PT 212)
Within this clinic-based, pass/fail course students learn to integrate and apply physical therapy concepts and to effectively perform physical therapy interventions as a physical therapist assistant. Students develop their abilities for daily organization and management of a patient caseload and effectively contribute to the health care team.
Prerequisites: PTA* 250 , PTA* 253 and PTA* 258 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Offered: Fall
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PTA* 265: PTA Internship III 5 Credits
(Formerly PT 213)
Within this clinic-based, pass/fail course students learn to problem-solve and competently function in the clinic environment as a physical therapist assistant. Students develop competence with time management, clinical prioritization and the entry-level abilities of the physical therapist assistant prior to course completion.
Prerequisites: PTA* 250 , PTA* 253 and PTA* 258 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Offered: Fall
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Physics |
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PHY* 105: Radiologic Physics 3 Credits
Content is designed to establish a basic knowledge of physics pertinent to developing an understanding of radiations used in the clinical setting. Fundamental physical units, measurements, principles, atomic structure and types of radiation are emphasized. Also presented are the fundamentals of x-ray generating equipment, x-ray production and its interaction with matter.
Prerequisites: Acceptance in the Radiologic Science program.
Offered: Fall
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PHY* 110: Introductory Physics 4 Credits
(Formerly PHYS 110)
An introductory course in the physics of motion, heat, sound, electricity, magnetism, light, optics and the theory of the atom. Intended for non-science majors. A process oriented laboratory approach emphasizing exploration and problem solving. This course is intended for students who need only one semester of physics. Students with credit for high school physics should elect PHY* 121 or PHY* 221 . Scientific calculator required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Completion of MAT* 095 with a C or higher, or math placement test. Students who have taken a higher level physics course will not receive credit for this course.
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Physical & Natural Sciences
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PHY* 121: General Physics I 4 Credits
(Formerly PHYS 121)
Basic concepts of mechanics and heat, including forces, work and energy, conservation laws, physics of fluids, temperature, heat transfer and the laws of thermodynamics. Students who need only one semester of physics should elect PHY* 110 . A TI-83+ or TI-84+ or TI-86+ graphing calculator required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Completion of MAT* 185 or MAT* 186 with a C or higher. Students who have taken a higher level physics course will not receive credit for this course.
Offered: Fall
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Physical & Natural Sciences
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PHY* 122: General Physics II 4 Credits
(Formerly PHYS 122)
Basic concepts of electricity, magnetism and wave motion, including electric and magnetic fields, electromagnetic radiation, wave properties of light and optics. A TI-83+ or TI-84+ or TI-86+ graphing calculator required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Completion of PHY* 121 with a C or higher. Students who have taken a higher level physics course will not receive credit for this course.
Offered: Spring
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Physical & Natural Sciences
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PHY* 221: Calculus-Based Physics I 4 Credits
(Formerly PHYS 131)
A study of Newtonian mechanics and thermodynamics intended for physics, chemistry, engineering and math transfer students. Topics include particle and rigid body dynamics, work, momentum and energy conservation, gravitation, fluids, heat, and the laws of thermodynamics. A TI-83+ or TI-84+ or TI-86+ graphing calculator or its equivalent is required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of MAT* 254 with a ‘C’ or better and PHY* 110 with a grade of ‘C’ or better (or successful completion of one year of high school physics).
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PHY* 222: Calculus-Based Physics II 4 Credits
(Formerly PHYS 132)
A study of electricity, magnetism, waves, and optics intended for physics, chemistry, engineering and math transfer students. Topics include Coulomb’s Law, electric and magnetic fields, Gauss’ Law, electric potential, capacitance, Ohm’s Law, dc and ac circuits, induced emf; inductance, simple harmonic motion, wave properties for sound and light, and geometrical optics. A TI-83+ or TI-84+ or TI-86+ graphing calculator or its equivalent is required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of PHY* 221 and MAT* 256 with a ‘C’ or better
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PHY* 223: Calculus-Based Physics III 4 Credits
(Formerly PHYS 133)
Intended for physics, engineering and math transfer majors. Principles of quantum radiation and modern physics, including electromagnetic waves, relativistic mechanics, and quantized radiation are studied. A TI-83+ or TI-84+ or TI-86+ graphing calculator required. Class: 3 hours per week. Laboratory: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: PHY* 222 with a ‘C’ or better and MAT* 268 (may be taken concurrently)
Offered: Occasionally
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POL* 101: Introduction to Political Science 3 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 101)
The study of politics through the identification of great political issues that are analyzed from historical and philosophical viewpoints.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Social Sciences
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POL* 102: Introduction to Comparative Politics 3 Credits
This course focuses on the governments and peoples of the major regions of the world: Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas. It examines global variations in governing structures due to historic, cultural, religious, economic, and other causes. Issues of Third World democratization, economic globalization, Islam and democracy’s “clash of civilizations,” authoritarian states, and other timely issues will be subjects of class discussions and course papers.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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POL* 103: Introduction to International Relations 3 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 102)
An examination of the international community, emphasizing theory and practice in international politics.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Spring
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POL* 111: American Government 3 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 111)
A study of the American political system at the national level, with emphasis on political dynamics and public policy.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Social Sciences
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POL* 112: State and Local Government 3 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 112)
The forms, functions, processes and problems of state and local government in the United States, with special emphasis on Connecticut state government.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Social Science
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POL* 120: Introduction to Law 3 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 120)
This course serves as an introduction to the study of law with an overview of fundamental concepts and principles of our legal system. A variety of legal topics, terminology, and areas of law are discussed in order to assist students in acquiring an appreciation of the dynamic role of law in our changing society. Students are introduced to the roles of legal professionals, including paralegals. Legal reasoning, legal ethics, and legal research methods are also presented.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 or permission of instructor.
Offered: Fall,Spring
Cross listed as: LGL* 101
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POL* 212: Constitutional Law and Civil Rights 3 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 212)
An examination of the United States Constitution as it applies to police power and landmark decisions of the United States Supreme Court interpreting and defining police power.
Prerequisites: POL* 111 or POL* 112 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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POL* 293: Connecticut Legislative Internship 6 Credits
(Formerly PLSC 280)
Spring semester only. Students must apply in October. Selected students will spend two days per week interning at the State Capitol. Interns will be prepared to perform the following services for legislators: bill analysis and tracking, spot research, drafting news releases, and constituent casework.
Prerequisites: POL* 111 or POL* 112 .
Offered: Spring
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PSG* 101: Polysomnography I 2 Credits
This course is designed to provide didactic instruction for entry-level personnel in the basics of polysomnographic technology. Students will become familiar with terminology, instrumentation, setup and calibration, patient safety and infection control, recording and monitoring techniques, and documentation.
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Polysomnography Certificate program
Offered: Fall
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PSG* 102: Polysomnography Lab I 1 Credits
This course is designed to provide laboratory training for entry-level personnel in the basics of polysomnographic technology. Students will become familiar with terminology, instrumentation, setup and calibration, patient safety and infection control, recording and monitoring techniques, documentation, and patient-technologist interactions related to polysomnography technology.
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Polysomnography Certificate program
Offered: Fall
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PSG* 150: Polysomnography Clinical I 2 Credits
A heath-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision will be provided by clinical professionals.
Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Polysomnography Certificate program
Offered: Fall
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PSG* 201: Polysomnography II 2 Credits
This course is designed to provide didactic instruction for entry-level personnel in the basics of polysomnographic technology. Students will become familiar with EMG and EEG recording and monitoring techniques, scoring of LRS and PLMS, performing and scoring MSLT and MWT, mask fitting, PAP equipment and its therapeutic application, pediatric sleep studies, and documentation.
Prerequisites: , and all with a “C” or better
Offered: Spring
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PSG* 202: Polysomnography Lab II 1 Credits
This course is designed to provide laboratory training for entry-level personnel in the basics of polysomnographic technology. Students will become familiar with mask fitting, the application of oxygen therapy and PAP therapy, the manipulation of PAP, performing EMG hook ups, performing MSLT and MWT tests, practice setting up pediatric sleep studies and scoring all different types of sleep studies.
Prerequisites: , and all with a “C” or better.
Offered: Spring
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PSG* 250: Polysomnography Clinical II 2 Credits
A heath-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills, and concepts. Direct supervision will be provided by clinical professionals.
Prerequisites: , and all with a “C” or better
Offered: Spring
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PSY* 107: Pathways to Personal Growth 3 Credits
The purpose of this course is twofold: it is to help students develop a deeper understanding of themselves, of others, and of human life in general and to promote change and personal growth. Students will be introduced to a number of psychological tools and principles and will learn how to apply them to their own lives in such a way as to promote understanding, insight, and change. In addition to this, students will have the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of others and of their perspectives and ways of being.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
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PSY* 111: General Psychology I 3 Credits
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the discipline of psychology and to the evolving body of knowledge that has been produced by this discipline. It surveys basic topic areas within psychology including psychology’s history and scientific origins, current research and measurement techniques, the physiological correlates of experience and behavior, human development, learning, memory, intelligence, and personality.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Social Sciences
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PSY* 112: General Psychology II 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 112)
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the discipline of psychology and to the evolving body of knowledge produced by this discipline. This course continues the exploration of the basic areas of study within the field of pyschology begun in General Psychology I. Topics include sensation, perception, consciousness, motivation, emotion, language, cognition, social psychology, stress and health, psychological disorders, and treatment of psychological disorders.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Fall, Spring
Fulfills General Education - Knowledge of Social Sciences
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PSY* 125: Psychology of Aging and Mental Health 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 125)
The course will offer a realistic portrait of the personal experiences of late life and highlight the mental health issues that confront human beings as they age.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 163: Children with Disabilities 3 Credits
This course is a general introduction to exceptional learners, their families, and their education. The course includes discussion of the psychological, medical, and sociological aspects of exceptional learners and their relationship to family, community, and especially the educational system. The course emphasis is on the inclusion of exceptional learners within family, community, and school. This course focuses on all exceptional learners, including gifted and/or talented students.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PSY* 164: Assistive Technology for Students with Disabilities (K-12) 1 Credits
The goal of this course is to promote an understanding of the use of Assistive Technology for learners with disabilities. Assistive Technology can be utilized to promote participation in the least restrictive educational environment and provide students with access to and maximum participation in the mainstream educational curriculum.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall
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PSY* 173: Adults with Disabilities 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 173)
This course is a general introduction to adults with disabilities and the issues faced by them in current American society. The emphasis is on issues relating to full inclusion in neighborhoods, community associations, workplaces and leisure-recreation experiences. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its powerful implications for full community inclusion by men and women with disabilities will be examined.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for or concurrently enrolled in ENG* 096 .
Offered: Spring
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PSY* 174: Assistive Technology for Adults in the Workplace, Home and Community. 1 Credits
The goal of this course is to promote an understanding of the use of Assistive Technology by adults in the workplace, at home and in the community. Activities in which assistive technology can be used to facilitate independence will be addressed. Finding the resources necessary to acquire needed assistive technology will also be a focus of this course.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Fall
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PSY* 183: Learning Process and Disabilities 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 183)
This course explores various learning theories, especially behavior modification, as they relate to children and adults with disabilities. Included will be an introduction to the biological aspects of the brain and learning. Ethical questions regarding the application of certain learning theories will be examined.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall
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PSY* 184: Assistive Technology Across the Lifespan 3 Credits
The goal of this course is to promote an understanding of the use of assistive technology for people with disabilities. This course will further address assistive technology for people with physical, sensory, mental health, intellectual, learning and developmental disabilities and how assistive technology can promote independence and empowerment. In addition, this course will focus on the evolution of assistive technology and how it is utilized across the lifespan in a variety of settings. Settings include: the classroom, the community, the workplace, at home and in social and community environments.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 193: Issues/Trends in Disabilities 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 193)
This course will examine current legal, ethical, community, family and personal support issues affecting children and adults with disabilities and their families. Through the study of literature, newsletters and media accounts and by listening to the leaders and advocates of today, students will more fully understand the challenges and opportunities of people with disabilities.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for or concurrently enrolled in ENG* 096 .
Offered: Spring
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PSY* 201: Life Span Development 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 124)
A survey of physical, cognitive, social and emotional changes as they are influenced by heredity and environment from conception to death. Class: 3 hours per week
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
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PSY* 203: Child Development 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 234)
An evaluation of current issues, theories, and research in the area of child development. This study of physical, cognitive and socioemotional development includes: genetics, development of self, language, play, learning, intelligence, personality, and social interactions from conception through age twelve.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Fall,Summer
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PSY* 206: Adolescent & Adult Development 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 244)
An exploration of current problems, theories and research in adolescent and adult development. A basic exploration of physical, cognitive, and socioemotional changes and the psychological dynamics which accompany them including adjustments, changing roles, and social relationships.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PSY* 210: Death and Dying 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 117)
Examines the processes of death, dying and grieving. Death and loss as they relate to major developmental life tasks are also studied, including the effect of death and loss upon survivors. Both Eastern and Western perspectives are considered.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Fall,Spring
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PSY* 211: Psychology of Women 3 Credits
This course studies a variety of psychological issues and theories as they apply to women. Traditional psychological overviews give insufficient attention to or emphasis on topics critical to a psychological depiction of women. This course attempts to correct this imbalance. Topics include how women develop psychologically; how they form values and direct their behavior, including sexual behaviors; women’s anatomy; women and work and their reaction to stress; and women and substance abuse.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 212: Health Psychology 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 200)
The psychological factors that promote health and enhance resistance to disease or place people at risk for disease are explored. Emphasis is placed upon those psychological factors which can prevent or reverse illness and sustain or recapture health.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 093 or concurrently taking ENG* 096 .
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 217: Psychology of Criminal Behavior 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 232)
An overview on the psychological understanding of crime and the criminal. It will provide an analysis of individual differences in various criminal activities with a focus on a conceptual and practical understanding of the predictors of individual behavior.
Prerequisites: None
Offered: Occasionally
Cross listed as: CJS* 272
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PSY* 220: Educational Psychology 3 Credits
Educational psychology encompasses the nature of learning, development, motivation, diversity and assessment. The major areas of emphasis for this course include the development of educational research as a science; developmental psychology’s impact on education; effective teaching techniques and strategies; behavior management and discipline; tests and measurements. Intelligence, achievement, exceptionality, and diversity will be discussed.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 221: Data Analysis in Psychology 4 Credits
Psychological research enables psychologists to describe, predict, and explain human behavior and thought. Such research often relies on the analysis of quantitative data. In this course, you will learn how to describe, analyze, interpret, and report psychological data. Course content includes coverage of both descriptive and inferential analytic procedures. Specific topics include graphical representations of data, measures of central tendency and variability, sampling, hypothesis testing, effect size estimates, confidence intervals, correlation and regression, t-tests, analysis of variance, and non-parametric tests. Students will gain practical experience in writing reports of research according to the standard conventions of the American Psychological Association and in the use of data analysis software commonly employed by research psychologists.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 , and C- or better in MAT* 109 or MAT* 138 or MAT* 139 or eligibility for class higher than MAT*138
Offered: Occassionally
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PSY* 222: Quantitative Research Methods in Psychology 3 Credits
This course provides an introduction to psychological research, with a focus on developing the skills required to conduct responsible and valid research. Topics include conducting library research, developing hypotheses, measuring variables, research ethics, research design, data collection and analysis, interpretation of results, evaluating research, and writing research reports. Students will gain practical experience in the design and implementation of research by planning and conducting independent research projects, analyzing data using software commonly employed by research psychologists, and writing reports of research according to the standard conventions of the American Psychological Association.
Prerequisites: C- or better in PSY* 221
Offered: Occassionally
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PSY* 240: Social Psychology 3 Credits
A survey of theory and research in social psychology, including the topics of conformity, obedience, attitudes and persuasion, group dynamics, the self, forming impressions and explaining behavior, altruism, aggression, romantic attraction, prejudice, and social conflict.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 243: Theories of Personality 3 Credits
What did Freud really say about human personality? How is your personality influenced by your genes, your experiences, and the fear of your own mortality? Can personality change? This course will survey personality theory, research and assessment within both historical and current perspectives, including psychodynamic, humanistic, trait, biological, and social-cognitive approaches to personality.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 245: Abnormal Psychology 3 Credits
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the phenomenon of psychopathology and to the field of abnormal psychology which attempts to understand and treat it in its many forms. The course will provide students with a basic understanding of this field and survey a number of the more common psychological disorders that have been explored within it such as clinical depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, and personality disorders. Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment will also be addressed.
Prerequisites: PSY* 111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Offered: Fall,Spring,Summer
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PSY* 247: Industrial and Organizational Psychology 3 Credits
(Formerly PSYC 240)
A survey of the psychological factors that influence the individual in the work setting. Includes employee attitudes, motivation, group dynamics, decision making, leadership, assessment and training as an introduction to human resource management.
Prerequisites: Completion of ENG* 101 with C- or better
Offered: Fall,Spring
Cross listed as: BMG* 210
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PSY* 255: The Psychology of Prejudice 3 Credits
This course explores stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination from a psychological perspective. We will examine the various ways in which psychologists study stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination as well as the psychological causes, correlates, and consequences of these phenomena.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 .
Offered: Occasionally
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PSY* 273: Introduction to Neuropsychology 3 Credits
Introduction to Neuropsychology is an introduction to the neural foundations for behavior. Topics include how a Neuroscientist studies the brain and nervous system, the organization of the brain and nervous system, the major brain circuits and brain functions, and some major brain diseases and disorders. This course will also discuss how these disorders are related to behaviors and mental health disorders.
Prerequisites: Completion of PSY* 111 with a C- or better.
Offered: Occasionally
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