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PHYS 481 - Quantum Mechanics
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
481: Solutions to Schrödinger’s equation for simple potentials in one dimension, operators and eigenvalues, and spherically symmetric systems (hydrogen-like atoms). Topics will be selected from an advanced discussion of operators and commutation rules, angular momentum, spin, matrix mechanics, and scattering. It may include other applications to atomic and molecular physics. Must be taken in sequence.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 323 .
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PHYS 482 - Quantum Mechanics
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
482: The second course in the undergraduate quantum mechanics sequence. Topics will be selected from an advanced discussion of operators and commutation rules, angular momentum, spin, matrix mechanics, and scattering. It may include other applications to atomic and molecular physics. Must be taken in sequence.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 323 .
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PHYS 491 - Special Projects in Physics [Topic Title]
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Research projects or special topics under the active supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: PHYS 691
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PHYS 492 - Special Projects in Physics [Topic Title]
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Research projects or special topics under the active supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: PHYS 692
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PLSC 110 - Introductory Plant and Soil Science
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Economic importance of plants and their relationship to agriculture and society. Plant structure, physiology and heredity. Factors of the environment in relation to growth, adaptation and management of plants. Utilization of plant products.
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PLSC 119 - Introductory Plant and Soil Science Laboratory
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Provides lab experience on basic concepts of plant structure, physiology, growth and propagation. Includes plant-soil relationships.
Corequisite(s): PLSC 110 .
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PLSC 205 - Introduction to Pesticides
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
Manufacture, regulation, marketing and use of pesticides. Structure, mode of action, toxicity, degradation, safety and environmental impact of pesticides commonly used. Biological, chemical and non-chemical approaches and their effectiveness in controlling pests. This course serves as preparation for materials covered on the Pesticide Applicators certification exam. Opportunity will be given to take the Certified Pesticide Applicators exam at the end of the semester if the student desires to become certified.
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PLSC 234 - Lawn and Turf Management
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Fall
Principles and practices of identifying, establishing and maintaining lawns and turfs in the landscape for public and private agencies.
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PLSC 242 - Fundamentals of Horticulture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring
Horticulture industry and its contribution to world economy; theoretical and practical aspects of plant growth and development; principles and techniques of plant propagation; pruning and control of growth. Application and use of plant growth regulators in horticulture. Production, storage, processing and marketing of horticultural plants and products.
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PLSC 250 - Plant Evaluation
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
Intensive study involving identification and evaluation of agronomic or horticultural plants. Includes seed and plant identification, mathematical applications in plant science, and knowledge of best management practices. Course culminates in participation in local, regional and/or national contests. May be repeated. Maximum of four hours.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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PLSC 260 - Landscape Equipment and Technology
Credit(s): 3
When Offered: Fall
Course will introduce students to equipment and technologies used in landscape maintenance and construction. Course will emphasize appropriate uses, equipment maintenance scheduling and safety.
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PLSC 301 - Special Problems
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Summer
Individual projects for students exhibiting special interests and abilities in soils or in breeding, propagation, or production of agronomic or horticultural plants. Maximum of one hour applicable to concentration requirements. Written project outline and report of results required.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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PLSC 302 - Special Problems
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring, Summer
Individual projects for students exhibiting special interests and abilities in soils or in breeding, propagation, or production of agronomic or horticultural plants. Maximum of one hour applicable to concentration requirements. Written project outline and report of results required.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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PLSC 310 - Integrated Pest Management
Credit(s): 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Fall
Origins, theory, and practice of integrated pest management. Relationships among crop production and protection practices are explored. Economics of various control strategies are considered. Integrated pest management field projects are studied. Conventional and integrated pest management approaches are compared. Multidisciplinary plant problem analysis is introduced.
Prerequisite(s): Two semesters biological sciences.
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PLSC 321 - Landscape Management
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring - Odd
Principles and techniques for maintenance of residential, commercial and institutional landscapes. Emphasis will be placed on landscape maintenance involving turf, flowers, ground covers, shrubs and trees. Discussion will include maintenance of playgrounds, natural areas, trails, golf courses, pools and other public facilities.
Crosslisted With: PARK 321
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PLSC 322 - Introductory Plant Pathology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Introduction to basic principles of plant pathology. Diagnosis, cause and control methods of major plant diseases. Major emphasis on agronomic crops. Students are required to write reports and give oral presentations.
Prerequisite(s): Two semesters biological science.
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PLSC 324 - Landscape Construction Techniques
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Fall
An introduction to the landscape construction and contracting industry; a survey of landscape construction materials and methods with emphasis on grading, drainage, wooden structures, cost-estimation and construction document preparation. Practical experience will be provided through implementation of small-scale landscape development projects.
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PLSC 333 - Weed Science
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Fall
Economic importance of weeds. Weed identification, weed interference and integrated pest management. Ecology of weed growth, dissemination and competition with crops. Herbicide selectivity, persistence and mode of action. Government regulation of herbicides. Specific recommendations for crop and non-crop usage. A term paper and research project will be required of students receiving graduate credit.
Prerequisite(s): PLSC 110 or BIOL 120 or BIOL 130
Crosslisted With: PLSC 533
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PLSC 341 - Dendrology and Forest Ecology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 3
When Offered: Fall
The production, identification, management and utilization of important forest trees of the United States, emphasizing native hardwood species common to Tennessee.
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PLSC 342 - Fruit and Vegetable Production
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Fall - Odd
Distribution, economic importance and characteristics of important fruit and vegetable crops. Adaptation, culture and management requirements. Disease and insect problems and management. Harvesting and marketing systems. Commercial utilization.
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PLSC 345 - Fruit and Vegetable Products
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: As Needed
Basic principles and practices utilized in handling, processing and storage of fruit and vegetable products. Emphasis placed on current technical and applied information. Field trip required.
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PLSC 363 - Plant Identification and Propagation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Fall - Odd
Principles and techniques for identifying and propagating native and exotic ornamental plants utilized for functional and aesthetic purposes in residential, recreational and public grounds improvement.
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PLSC 365 - Greenhouse Crops and Management
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Even
Identification, propagation production and post-harvest physiology of floral, indoor and ornamental plants. Operation of greenhouses emphasizing state-of-art technologies and management.
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PLSC 401 - Research Participation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Summer. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.
Application of the scientific method and techniques of research to investigation of problems in major subject areas of plant science. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research problem. Maximum of three hours applicable to concentration requirements. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. Only 401-PLSC 402 may be used for Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
Crosslisted With: PLSC 601
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PLSC 402 - Research Participation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring, Summer. Taught only by arrangement prior to registration.
Application of the scientific method and techniques of research to investigation of problems in major subject areas of plant science. Restricted to students with demonstrated ability to conduct a supervised research problem. Maximum of three hours applicable to concentration requirements. Preparation of project outline and presentation of written and oral reports are required. Only PLSC 401 -402 may be used for Agriculture, Geosciences, and Natural Resources Fellows Research Program.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
Crosslisted With: PLSC 602
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PLSC 410 - Silviculture
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Principles of forestry and the management of forestland. Multiple uses of these forests and how to market and harvest products from them. How to protect them, improve their quality and keep records.
Crosslisted With: PLSC 610, NRM 410/610.
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PLSC 420 - Supervised Field Experience in Plant Science
Credit(s): 4
When Offered: As Needed
Supervised study and experiential learning experience within operations for a business or agency. Emphasis on operations in crops, landscape management, golf course management, and/or related plant science industries. Prior approval of arrangements with cooperating employer is necessary. Joint evaluation by on-the-job and academic supervisors.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
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PLSC 422 - Forage Crops
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring
Characteristics, distribution and economic importance of forages. Culture, management and utilization of grasses and legumes in forage-livestock systems. Factors affecting forage quality and utilization by ruminant livestock. Students are required to write reports and give oral presentations.
Prerequisite(s): PLSC 110 .
Crosslisted With: PLSC 622
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PLSC 431 - Principles of Plant Breeding
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring - Odd
Principles of reproduction and inheritance of plants and their application to development of improved genotypes for particular uses. Variety evaluation and distribution procedures.
Prerequisite(s): PLSC 110 .
Crosslisted With: PLSC 631
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PLSC 433 - Field Crop Production
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Fall
World distribution, economic importance and growth characteristics. Cultural and management requirements, pest problems and control. Harvesting marketing and utilization of major field crops.
Prerequisite(s): SOIL 210 .
Crosslisted With: PLSC 633
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PLSC 442 - Crop Adaptation and Ecology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring
Influence of environmental factors and cultural practices on plant growth responses, adaptation and distribution. Study of plant community structure, competitive interactions and their relationship to cycling of energy, nutrients and water in agricultural ecosystems.
Prerequisite(s): PLSC 110 .
Crosslisted With: PLSC 642
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PLSC 445 - Plants, Environment and Design
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: Two one-hour lectures and one two-hour lab.
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring
Principles of plant composition and theory of plants in design with emphasis on historical and contemporary approaches to planting design. Understanding the functional abilities of plants in altering the environment with emphasis on architectural, engineering, aesthetics and climatological uses of plants. Plant characteristics, requirements and selection for use in natural and man-made environments with reference to soils, topography, climate, as well as, maintenance issues.
Prerequisite(s): PLSC 242 and PLSC 462 .
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PLSC 462 - Environmental Landscape Design
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring - Odd
Theory and principles of landscape design with special emphasis on consideration of environmental factors affecting and affected by the landscape design. Form, structure and function along with visual appeal will also serve as the basis for designing landscapes. Economics of design and long-term project maintenance will also be addressed.
Prerequisite(s): PLSC 363 .
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PLSC 471 - Golf Course Management
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring - Even
Establishment and management of special purpose grasses for golf courses, greens, fairways and the rough areas.
Prerequisite(s): PLSC 234 or PLSC 242 or consent of instructor.
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PLSC 475 - Grazing Management Techniques
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Principles of forage crop growth, pasture soil characteristics, livestock grazing behavior and pasture utilization through grazing. Methods of designing intensive pasture utilization systems. For graduate credit students are required to complete a capstone grazing system design utilizing concepts developed in the course.
Crosslisted With: PLSC 675
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POSC 210 - American Government and Politics
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
A survey of the origins, structure and functions of the political system in the United States on the national, state and local levels. Development of American constitutionalism, federalism and intergovernmental relations, parties, interest groups, elections, civil rights and civil liberties.
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POSC 220 - American Political Institutions and Policy
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
A survey of the origin and structure of political decision making in the various institutions of American government, including the legislative, judicial, and executive branches. The course also places an emphasis on the public policy process as it relates to issues of domestic and foreign policy.
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POSC 230 - Introduction to World Politics
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
An introductory survey of leading theories and concepts resulting in an understanding of world politics. The course examines domestic and international aspects of global affairs while focusing on democratization, economic development, conflict, and cooperation.
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POSC 303 - Scope and Methods of Political Science
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Even
An examination of the basic theories, concepts and methods of modern political analysis and the application of various research techniques. Significant writing and oral presentations required. Open only to political science majors and minors with at least junior standing.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 210 , and either POSC 210 or POSC 220 or POSC 230 .
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POSC 312 - Politics and Government of Tennessee
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
An examination of Tennessee government and politics, including the state constitution, the three branches of government, political affairs, political issues and local government.
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POSC 314 - Intergovernmental Relations
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Odd
An in-depth examination of the historical evolution, growth and contemporary status of fiscal political and legal relationships between the national, state and local governments. The course emphasizes federal policy and financing of state and local governments within the context of grants-in-aid programs.
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POSC 321 - International Relations
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Principles of theory and practice of international politics. Fundamentals of national power study, diplomacy, foreign policy, as well as the social, cultural, legal and economic aspects of relations among nations. Discussion on several major current international problems each semester.
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POSC 322 - American Foreign Policy
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
A study and critical analysis of major international and domestic factors shaping US foreign relations.
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POSC 333 - The President and Congress
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
An examination of the structure, roles, powers and functions of the Presidency and Congress. Review of the interactions between the executive and legislative branches with regard to law making, the budgetary process, policy development and implementation, military and foreign policy and other areas of constitutional responsibility.
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POSC 341 - Survey of Comparative Politics
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Odd
A survey of the institutions, processes and policies of various political systems throughout the world from a comparative perspective.
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POSC 343 - Politics, Economy and Society in Contemporary China
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
This course provides students with a systematic and critical understanding of contemporary China from historical, political and economic perspectives. It focuses on China’s economic reform, political changes, and social problems, including economic growth, social inequality, labor disputes, and ethnic conflicts. It also examines political and economic conflicts and cooperation between the U. S. and China.
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POSC 353 - Administrative Law
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
A study of the role of government agencies in the legal process. Review of the problems associated with administrative rule-making and the enforcement methods and extent of checking public agencies.
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POSC 361 - Introduction to Public Administration
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
A study of bureaucracy in the United States. Emphasis on the environment of public administration, management of programs and human behavior in organizations.
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POSC 362 - Introduction to Public Policy
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
A study of the process and substance of contemporary public policies in the nation and states.
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POSC 363 - Public Budgeting and Personnel Management
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Even
A study of two of the fundamental functions of modern pubic administration. The first portion of the course focuses on the various approaches used in formulating budgets for local, state and national governments, with an emphasis on viewing the budget as reflecting goals of public policy. The second portion of the course provides a survey of the unique legal demands of human resource management in the private sector.
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POSC 381 - American Political Behavior
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall - Odd
A course designed to study the role of public opinion in American democracy, including the measurement of public opinion and the psychological processes that form political attitudes. The second half of the course will focus on American elections and voting behavior, including the evolution of voting systems, the puzzle of voter participation, and patterns of voter turnout.
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POSC 382 - Political Parties and Interest Groups
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Even
A course designed to cover the rise of political parties in America, major states in their development, and the three dimensions of political parties; parties in the electorate, parties as organization, and parties in government. Emphasis will also be placed on the role of interest groups in the American political process and their interactions with political parties at all levels of government.
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POSC 390 - Paralegal Studies: Jurisprudence
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
An introduction to the history and philosophy of law. Particular emphasis on the development of American law from its European antecedents. Examines major categories of contemporary legal practice.
Prerequisite(s): POSC 210 -POSC 220 .
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POSC 391 - Paralegal Studies: Legal Terminology and Writing
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
An introduction to the legal language and the style of legal writing commonly used legal terms, writing of law office and trial memoranda, trial court briefs, appellate briefs and the abstracting of depositions.
Prerequisite(s): POSC 210 -POSC 220 or instructor’s approval.
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POSC 392 - Paralegal Studies: Legal Research
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
An introductory overview of the legal research process, both civil and criminal. Introduces students to major legal research sources and seeks to develop their proficiency in utilization of various legal indexing systems.
Prerequisite(s): POSC 210 -POSC 220 and POSC 391 or instructor’s approval.
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POSC 393 - Paralegal Studies Internship in Paralegalism
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Purpose is to familiarize the student with various day-to-day aspects of the legal system or a law office by placing the paralegal in a law office or legally-related agency for one semester on a part-time basis.
Prerequisite(s): POSC 391 , POSC 392 and department chair’s approval.
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POSC 400 - Independent Study
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Directed readings and discussions of selected topics in political science. Subject to be selected by student in consultation with instructor. Open only to majors or minors of at least Junior standing. Maximum of three credit hours allowed. By permission of Political Science faculty only.
Crosslisted With: POSC 600
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POSC 401 - Political Philosophy
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
A course covering classical and contemporary political philosophers on key topics such as justice, the social contract, natural rights, revolution, legal positivism, socialism, anarchism, and minimal government.
Crosslisted With: PHIL 410
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POSC 410 - Political Science Internship
Credit(s): 3-9
Lecture Hours: 3-9
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Designed to offer experience in governmental service under direction of faculty members and field supervisors. Amount of credit granted depends upon nature of projects undertaken. Course may be repeated up to maximum of nine hours under course number Note: Only 6 hours of POSC-410 may count toward a major; only 12 hours of combined credit in POSC 400 , 410, POSC 425 , and POSC 467 can count toward a major. Students cannot receive credit in both POSC 410 and POSC 420 .
Prerequisite(s): POSC 210 -POSC 220 unless waived by department chair.
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POSC 420 - Public Administration Internship
Credit(s): 3-12
Lecture Hours: 3-12
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
To gain experience in governmental service for public administration concentration. Service position may or may not be compensated. Course performance based on an agreement between student and academic adviser which stipulates specific academic and work assignments. Students may elect a Pass/Fail option. In all cases, grades will be based upon academic evaluation and work evaluation by on-the-job supervisors. Three hours required for Public Administration concentration, additional hours may be taken for elective credit only. Students cannot receive credit in both POSC 410 and POSC 420.
Prerequisite(s): For public administration concentration only. Normally Senior standing and an overall GPA of at least 2.00.
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POSC 423 - International Organizations and Law
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Broad overview of the main actors in the international arena and how they interact including departments of the U. S. government as well as non-governmental organizations, international governmental organizations, multilateral financial institutions, regional organizations, think tanks, multinational corporations and media. The challenges of transitional justice in post-conflict societies will be explored as well as the evolution of international criminal courts of justice. The course will also identify the impact of public international regulations on doing business in a multinational environment.
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POSC 425 - Political Simulations and Experiential Learning
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Students involved in formal group simulations (including but not limited to TISL, Model U. N. , Model Congress, and moot court competitions) may receive 1 hour of credit per activity. Credit may also be given for special research projects (especially those resulting in publications or conference presentations) or other experiential learning activities. May be repeated for up to 3 hours.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s approval.
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POSC 430 - Constitutional Law
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
An introductory study of the United States Constitution, focusing on the distribution of power among the three branches of the national government and the division of power between the national and state governments.
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POSC 431 - American Constitutional Law
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall - Odd
Civil Liberties. Traditional and newly-emerging issues of civil liberties in such areas as free speech, church-state relations and freedom of the press.
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POSC 432 - American Constitutional Law
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Even
Civil Rights. The constitutional rights of certain groups in American society, especially minorities and women.
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POSC 451 - The Judicial Process
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
A study of federal and state court structures and their environments with emphasis on the role that each level of court plays in the American legal system. The staffing of the courts and the process of judicial decision-making.
Crosslisted With: POSC 651
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POSC 462 - Political Geography
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
A study of the spatial forms and processes of political phenomena. Concepts, models and current literature related to territories such as nation-states and congressional districts, the formation and dissolution of empires, geopolitics and international conflict are examined.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
Crosslisted With: GEOG 462 .
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POSC 467 - Travel-Study [Selected Topics]
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)
A combination of travel, study and field observation in a geographic area away from campus under the supervision of a university instructor. May be taught as an organized study-tour or as an independent travel and study project. Topics, prerequisites and course requirements announced in advance. Students may repeat course with different topics. Pass/Fail
May be offered on a pass/fail basis. Requires instructor’s approval.
Prerequisite(s): Requires instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: POSC 667
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POSC 480 - Topics in U. S. Political Science: [Topic Title]
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)
Classes in one or more of the following areas: (a) interdisciplinary approaches to political issues and (b) specialized topics suitable for indepth study. May be repeated for credit (with different topic). Only six hours of undergraduate topics courses can be counted toward the major or minor.
Crosslisted With: POSC 680
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POSC 481 - Topics in International Security Studies [Topic Title]
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Not regularly offered. (as needed)
Classes in one or more of the following areas: (a) interdisciplinary approaches to international security and (b) specialized topics suitable for in-depth study. May be repeated for credit (with different topic). Only six hours of undergraduate topics courses can be counted toward the major.
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POSC 482 - Introduction to International Security Studies
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
A survey of the classical concepts of National Security Policy supplemented with current international security issues. An interdisciplinary approach is used, and outside speakers are featured.
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POSC 490 - Topics in Comparative Politics and International Relations: [Topic Title]
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Classes in comparative or international issues not covered in regular classes. May be repeated for credit (with different topic). Only six hours of undergraduate topics courses can be counted toward the major or minor.
Crosslisted With: POSC 690
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POSC 491 - Dimensions of Globalism
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
An interdisciplinary study of the many dimensions of globalism, based on the contributions of well known experts with a wide range of professional perspectives.
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PORT 111 - Elementary Portuguese
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: Three classroom hours.
When Offered: As Needed
An introductory course emphasizing listening, speaking, reading and writing. May be used to remove a language deficiency or for students with no prior experience in the language.
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PORT 122 - Elementary Portuguese
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: Three classroom hours.
When Offered: As Needed
An introductory course emphasizing listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Prerequisite(s): PORT 111 or the equivalent as determined by the department.
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PORT 222 - Intermediate Portuguese
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Grammar review, reading, writing and conversation.
Prerequisite(s): PORT 122 or equivalent as determined by the department.
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PORT 230 - Portuguese for Speakers of Spanish
Credit(s): 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Intensive Portuguese language course with focus on listening, reading, speaking (special attention given to pronunciation), writing and culture. Course taught in Brazilian Portuguese. Advanced proficiency in Spanish required.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 222 or equivalent. Native speakers of Spanish are welcome.
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PORT 341 - Advanced Conversation
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Emphasizes conversational skills. Oral practice to extend range of topics, vocabulary, fluency and conversational strategies. Study of the phonetic system of the Portuguese language and exercises to improve pronunciation. Grammar appropriate for oral Portuguese. Discussions utilizing reading and electronic media such as videos and the Internet.
Prerequisite(s): PORT 222 or instructor’s approval.
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PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
This is an introductory course which surveys the field of psychology including the following major areas: research methods and findings, biological, learning and cognition, developmental, social, personality, and psychological disorders. Student may receive credit for either the PSYC 110-120 sequence or PSYC 101, not both.
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PSYC 101H - Honors Introduction to Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Limited class size, extensive discussion, and writing assignments are featured. Open to students who have demonstrated superior academic ability. Student may receive credit for either the PSYC 110H-120H sequence or PSYC 101H, not both.
Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval.
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PSYC 165 - Special Topics in Psychology [Topic Title]
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Selected topics in the area of psychology. The course subject matter will vary by semester; for example mindful learning, cognitive strategies in the classroom, study habits for the psychology major, etc. Course may be repeated with different topics. Total credits not to exceed three hours.
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PSYC 301 - Introduction to the Major
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
This course is intended to introduce students to the psychology major, focusing specifically on career planning and development. Topics will include an overview of the undergraduate major in psychology, how to be successful as a psychology major, career options in psychology and related fields, preparation for employment with a bachelor’s degree, preparing for and succeeding in graduate school, and applying for a job or to a graduate school. Intended for psychology majors only.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 or instructor’s approval.
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PSYC 310 - Human Relations and Personal Adjustment
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring, Summer
The psychological study of the principles and practices of human relations skills in organizations and how they impact adjustment in everyday life. Content in the course will primarily focus on concepts that apply to both areas (such as communication, conflict resolution, stress management, diversity, and motivation).
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PSYC 311 - Human Relations for Staff
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
A course covering principles and practices of human relations skills in organizations. Content of course aimed at administrators and staff in university settings. Motivation and leadership, communication skills and transactional analysis, assertiveness, stress management and self-concept development. Pass/Fail
Pass/Fail credit.
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PSYC 312 - Social Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring
The psychological and sociological study of how people’s actions, emotions and moods, and thoughts are influenced by those around them. Content focuses on the three main areas of research in the field: social cognition and perception, social influence, and social interactions and relations. Content in the course will focus on concepts such as interpersonal attraction, prejudice and stereotyping, group influences, conformity, and persuasion but is not limited to these areas.
Prerequisite(s): Three hours general psychology (PSYC 101 ) or general sociology (SOC 201 , SOC 202 , or SOC 308 ).
Crosslisted With: SOC 312
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PSYC 313 - Developmental Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
A theoretical and empirical study of human cognitive, social and personality development spanning prenatal development to death. Primary emphasis on psychological growth and change in infancy, childhood and adolescence.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 .
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PSYC 315 - Experimental Psychology I
Credit(s): 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Fall, Spring
An introduction to statistics in the behavioral sciences. Topics will include calculating probability, correlation, t-tests and ANOVA. Students will conduct computations by hand and with SPSS.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 with a grade of C or better; MATH 140 or the equivalent.
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PSYC 318 - Experimental Psychology II
Credit(s): 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Fall, Spring
An introduction to research methodology in the behavioral sciences. Topics will include a scientific overview, ethics, experimental and other designs. Students will complete assignments in the publication format of the American Psychological Association.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 and PSYC 315 with grade of C or better; MATH 140 or equivalent.
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PSYC 320 - Learning and Cognition
Credit(s): 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring
A survey and critical analysis of theoretical issues, empirical findings and research methods in the psychology of learning and cognition. Coverage includes mechanisms of learning and how learned information is retained, processed and used in memory and other cognitive processes. Students conduct several lab research projects and write up the results in the publication format of the American Psychological Association.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 315 and PSYC 318 .
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PSYC 324 - Mindfulness and Meditation
Credit(s): 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
This course introduces and explores the practices of mindfulness and meditation. Course content includes discussion and application of mindfulness and meditation toward improving physical and psychological well-being, with an emphasis on stress management and other health benefits. Course requirements include a commitment to practicing mindfulness and meditation outside of the course meetings. In repeated courses, the instructor will assist the student in learning about new research and developing new practices. Course may be repeated; course may only be taken once per term; total credit hours are not to exceed 3.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 or instructor’s approval.
Crosslisted With: NEUR 324
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PSYC 325 - Health Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
A course covering psychological, environmental, and behavioral factors as they relate to health concerns. Writing requirements may include essay examinations and research papers.
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PSYC 330 - Applied Behavior Analysis
Credit(s): 4
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 2
When Offered: Spring
An in-depth view of the history, principles, procedures and clinical applications of techniques based on learning theory. The student will be expected to design, conduct and write up several behavioral-intervention projects involving children or adults.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 315 and PSYC 318 .
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PSYC 340 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring - Odd
The psychological study of workers and the workplace. Content focuses on human resource concerns, social interactions and influences that operate within the organization, and issues related to employee well-being. Content in the course will primarily focus on concepts such as employee selection, employee training, leadership motivation, and sources of workplace stress but is not limited to those areas.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 .
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PSYC 350 - Abnormal Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
A study of the biological and psychological factors underlying abnormal behavior. The dynamics of psychological models, patterns of abnormal behavior and non-technical discussion of diagnostic and therapeutic methods.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 .
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PSYC 355 - Abnormal Child Psychology
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Spring
A study of the biological and psychological factors underlying abnormal behavior in children. Includes a clinical description (non-technical discussion of etiology, assessment, prognosis and treatment), theories, methods and research dealing with emotional, cognitive and behavioral disorders of children.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 .
Crosslisted With: PSYC 555
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PSYC 360 - Drugs and Behavior
Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: Fall
Effects of recreational and therapeutic drugs on the brain and behavior. Coverage includes depressants, stimulants, narcotics, hallucinogens, and psychotherapeutics drugs. A major component of the course includes understanding addiction and how it is treated. Students may not receive credit for PSYC 360 and HHP 351.
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PSYC 361 - Special Topics: Cognitive Psychology
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Selected topics in the area of cognitive psychology or mental processes. The course subject matter will vary by semester. Total credits not to exceed nine hours in the group PSYC 361-PSYC 365 classes.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 or instructor approval.
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PSYC 362 - Special Topics: Biological Psychology
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Selected topics in the area of biological psychology. The course subject matter will vary by semester. Total credits not to exceed nine hours in the group PSYC 361 -PSYC 365 classes.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 or instructor approval.
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PSYC 363 - Special Topics: Clinical Psychology
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Selected topics in the area of clinical psychology. The course subject matter will vary by semester. Total credits not to exceed nine hours in the group PSYC 361 -PSYC 365 classes.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 or instructor approval.
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PSYC 364 - Special Topics: Applied Social Psychology
Credit(s): 1-3
Lecture Hours: 1-3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed
Selected topics in the area of social psychology. The course subject matter will vary by semester. Total credits not to exceed nine hours in the group PSYC 361 -PSYC 365 classes.
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 or instructor approval.
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