May 30, 2024

ARCHIVED 2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog

ARCHIVED 2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

The courses listed herein have been approved by the faculty as authorized by the Board of Trustees. Prerequisites (if any) and the General Education Requirement(s) which each course fulfills (if any) are noted following each course description.

If a course qualifies as an Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) General Education course, then an IAI code appears to the right of the course title.

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Physics
	PHY 245 - Physics V: Quantum Physics 2.50 credit hours An introduction to quantum physics. Statistical interpretation of the wave function, the Schrödinger equation, analysis of one-dimensional potentials, introduction to the hydrogen atom and the electronic structure of atoms. Laboratory required. Prerequisite(s): PHY 244 and MTH 152 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 251 - Physics of Solids 2.00 credit hours Introduction to the electrical, thermal and magnetic properties of materials, with emphasis on the role played by quantum mechanics. Topics include quantum statistics, thermal properties of solids, band theory, electrical conduction, semiconductors, magnetic properties of solids. Prerequisite(s): PHY 245 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 252 - Nuclei and Particles 2.00 credit hours Introduction to the sub-disciplines of nuclear and particle physics. A phenomenological survey of topics that may include nuclear interactions and processes, models of the nucleus, introduction to the standard model of particle physics, introduction to experimental methods in nuclear and particle physics, physics beyond the standard model. Prerequisite(s): PHY 151 ; PHY 245 or CHM 341 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 253 - Astrophysics and Cosmology 2.00 credit hours Introduction to the sub-disciplines of astrophysics and cosmology. A phenomenological survey of topics that may include celesial mechanics and orbital dynamics, stellar evolution and structure, galactic evolution and structure, exotic objects, big bang theory, the standard model of cosmology. Prerequisite(s): PHY 151 ; PHY 245 or CHM 341 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 297 - Internship 0.00-9.00 credit hours Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 299 - Independent Study 1.00-9.00 credit hours Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 315 - Engineering Statics 3.00 credit hours Classical mechanics with application to engineering problems. Topics include equivalent systems of forces, centroids, analysis of trusses and frames, machines and forces due to friction. Prerequisite(s): MTH 254 and PHY 141 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 316 - Intermediate Mechanics 3.50 credit hours Classical mechanics at the intermediate level. Topics include Newton’s Laws, Projectile and Charged Particle Kinematics, Conservation Laws and Oscillations. Mathematical methods introduced as needed. Laboratory focuses on computational methods based on MATLAB. Laboratory required. Prerequisite(s): PHY 142 and MTH 254 ; CSC 150 recommended. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 340 - Thermodynamics 4.00 credit hours (Same as: CHM 340 .) A study of the relationship of temperature to other properties of matter, using both macroscopic and microscopic viewpoints. Applications to chemical equilibrium, phase transitions and thermal properties of gases and solids. Laboratory required. Prerequisite(s): MTH 152 ; PHY 143A or PHY 143C . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 355 - Applied Mathematical Techniques 3.00 credit hours (Same as: MTH 355 .) Topics in applied mathematics, including series solutions, systems of linear and nonlinear differential equations, integral transforms (Fourier or Laplace transforms), Fourier series, partial differential equations and a survey of applications from the physical sciences, life sciences and economics. Prerequisite(s): MTH 254 and MTH 315 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 397 - Internship 0.00-9.00 credit hours Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 399 - Independent Study 1.00-9.00 credit hours Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 416 - Advanced Mechanics 3.00 credit hours Advanced classical mechanics. Topics include LaGrange’s and Hamilton’s formalisms, mechanics in non-inertial reference frames, the general problem of rotational motion, coupled oscillations and other advanced topics. Prerequisite(s): PHY 316 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 420 - Electricity and Magnetism 3.00 credit hours The theory of electromagnetic fields and waves, including electrostatics, magnetostatics, steady and time varying currents, dielectrics and Maxwell’s equations. Prerequisite(s): PHY 143C and MTH 254 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 441 - Quantum Mechanics 3.00 credit hours The physical interpretation and mathematical formalism of quantum mechanics. Topics include the Schrödinger equation, one-dimensional and three-dimensional potentials, angular momentum, the hydrogen atom, operator methods, matrix mechanics, Dirac notation and approximation methods. Prerequisite(s): PHY 245 or CHM 341 ; MTH 254 ; MTH 300 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 450 - Advanced Laboratory 0.50-3.00 credit hours Students work independently on experiments in physics undertaken with the guidance of a faculty member. May be repeated with new content. Prerequisite(s): PHY 210 and PHY 245 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 495 - Research 0.50-3.00 credit hours Techniques of literature searching, laboratory investigation and data reporting; intensive work with the instructor on a problem chosen by mutual agreement. May be repeated up to a maximum of six credit hours. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 497 - Internship 0.00-9.00 credit hours Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PHY 499 - Independent Study 1.00-9.00 credit hours Click here for the schedule of classes.
Political Science
	PSC 101 - Introduction to American Government 3.00 credit hours Introduction to American politics, the Constitution, Congress, Presidency, political parties, interest groups and principal contemporary problems of the U.S. government. Satisfies teacher certification requirements in Illinois and the U.S. Constitution. Core: Social Science. IAI: S5 900 Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 102 - Introduction to International Relations 3.00 credit hours Trends in international relations from both a theoretical and practical perspective through the examination of power, diplomacy, morality, international law and organization. Core: Social Science. IAI: S5 904N Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 103 - Introduction to Law 3.00 credit hours The role of law in shaping values and controlling society examined through the humanities and social sciences, including literature, ethics, history, politics, philosophy and sociology. Topics include origins and nature of law, law and social change and uses of precedent. Students participate in legal arguments. Core: Social Science. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 200 - Introduction to Political Science 3.00 credit hours Introduction to the foundational debates, methodologies and subfields of the discipline of political science. Students examine how ontological and epistemological commitments shape the production of knowledge about politics. Core: Social Science. IAI: S5 903 Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 201 - Practices of Political Science 3.00 credit hours A continuation of PSC 200 in which students learn the process of undertaking independent and original Political Science scholarship. Topics covered include formulating research questions, theory building and hypothesis testing based on holes in existing literature, defining and measuring variables and discussing how advances in scholarship contributes to the understanding of political phenomena. Prerequisite(s): PSC 200 . Core: Social Science. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 211 - American Presidency 3.00 credit hours In-depth study of the President’s constitutional and political power. Special attention to decision-making styles, the war power, presidential character, relations with the media and the public and crises such as the Cuban missile crisis, Watergate and the Iran-Contra affair. Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 . Core: Social Science. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 212 - American Congress 3.00 credit hours Focus on how Congress works, including characteristics of members, staff, committees, procedures and debates. Student research examples: Clean Air Act, Iran-Contra hearings, Rules Committee, President-Congress relations. Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 . Core: Social Science. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 213 - Elections and Campaigns 3.00 credit hours The role of parties, voters and the media in elections and the political process, including local, state and national races. Attention to social, economic and psychological factors affecting voting patterns. Fieldwork in campaigns is encouraged. Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 . Core: Social Science. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 214 - American Political Parties and Interest Groups 3.00 credit hours This course provides an in-depth examination of American political parties and organized interest groups. We explore the interrelationship among such groups and discuss the importance of group activity, representation of constituencies and organizations, as well as the role of parties and interest groups in elections. Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 . Core: Social Science. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 215 - Political Behavior and Public Opinion 3.00 credit hours An examination of the theoretical and applied aspects of opinion formation, measurement and expression in several Western democracies. Students explore modern polling techniques and engage in hands-on activities using the tools that social scientists use to analyze public opinion and to explain and predict political behavior. Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 . Core: Social Science. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 216 - Public Policy and Administration 3.00 credit hours Introduction to the policymaking process and public administration, as well as an exploration of the most salient current policy issues in the United States. Content is placed in comparative context so that students are introduced to policymaking in other democratic nations and appreciate the uniqueness of the American system. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 221 - Comparative Politics 3.00 credit hours A comparative approach to the major political systems in the world such as parliamentary, totalitarian and democratic. Typical countries include Russia, Japan, China, Great Britain and France. Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 222 - American Foreign Policy 3.00 credit hours Dynamics of the U.S. foreign policy decision-making process examined from the perspectives of the President, Congress and public opinion; special attention to the evolution of the U.S. role as a great power since World War II. Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 230 - Mock Trial I: Techniques and Procedures 3.00 credit hours Introduction to the rules, procedures and case materials of the American Mock Trial Association in preparation for regional and national competition. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 231 - Mock Trial II: Competition Practicum 2.00 credit hours Preparation for and participation in Mock Trial tournament competition. This course is graded pass/no pass. May be taken up to three times for credit. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 241 - Philosophy of Law 3.00 credit hours (Same as: PHL 241 .) An introduction to the concept of law, including topics such as the nature of law, liberty and law, justice, legal responsibility, punishment and theories of legal interpretation. Prerequisite(s): PSC 103 or a PHL course. Core: Humanities. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 290 - Topics in Politics 3.00 credit hours An examination of a current topical issue in politics, such as religion and politics or political corruption, in a seminar style format. Students conduct an analysis of the topic using primary documents and scholarly sources. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 295 - Research Practicum 0.50-3.00 credit hours Students work in collaboration with faculty on ongoing research. Activities vary according to project needs and student background, but may include recruitment of participants, data collection, data coding and entry, bibliography construction, literature review or statistical analysis. This course is graded pass/no pass. May be taken more than once for up to three total credit hours. Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 297 - Internship 0.00-9.00 credit hours Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 299 - Independent Study 1.00-9.00 credit hours Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 312 - Women and American Politics 3.00 credit hours (Same as: GWS 312 .) Study of women as citizens, candidates, and office holders within the American political system. Topics include, but are not limited to, social movements, electoral politics and interest group activities. Prerequisite(s): One of PSC 101 , GWS 100 or LEV 121 . ACR: Leadership, Ethics and Values. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 313 - Politics of Race, Gender and Class 3.00 credit hours This course analyzes the interrelationship of race, class, and gender to explore how each has shaped the experiences of all people in the United States. It investigates these interlocking categories of experiences and conceptualizes them as interactive systems, not just as separate features of experience. The underlying perspective of this course is that race, class, and gender are part of the whole fabric of experience for all groups, not just women and people of color. As such, the course focuses on the institutional or structural basis for race, class and gender relations; the influence of race, class and gender in shaping social and political policy; the extent to which politics affects our understanding of race, class and gender, and how these categories illuminate or obscure our understanding of contemporary political issues. ACR: Leadership, Ethics and Values. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 321 - Model United Nations I 3.00 credit hours Preparation for and participation in the American Model United Nations simulation program. Students represent a pre-selected country during three days of debate/diplomacy on current U.N. topics with students from other Midwest colleges. May be taken twice for credit. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 324 - International Political Economy 3.00 credit hours (Same as: ECN 324 .) Analyses of the problems and prospects challenging the global community at a time of political and economic change through the study of the rules of industrialized countries, former socialist bloc states and the Third World. Attention is given to the interplay of political and economic power as components of planetary well-being. Prerequisite(s): ECN 100 ; or ECN 250 and ECN 252 . ACR: Intercultural. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 333 - International Law 3.00 credit hours The development and use of international law in the conduct of international relations; special emphasis is placed on such current topics as space law, laws of war, law of the sea, diplomatic immunity and human rights. Prerequisite(s): PSC 102 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 335 - Constitutional Law 3.00 credit hours Analysis of U.S. Supreme Court opinions, methods of constitutional interpretation, and the philosophy and politics of decision-making. Focus is on powers of the judiciary, President and Congress; federal-state relations; and foreign affairs, war, commerce, taxing and spending powers. Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 , PSC 103 , PSC 200 and one other 200-level political science course. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 336 - Civil Rights, Liberties and Justice 3.00 credit hours Focus on historical and contemporary topics in the area of constitutional litigation, such as free speech, press, religion, reproductive rights, privacy, rights of the criminally accused and discrimination (race, gender and sexual orientation). Constitutional litigation is approached from the viewpoint of politics, economics, history, social movements, value conflicts and leadership. Students assess the leadership role of individuals and groups in promoting and hindering social change. Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 . ACR: Leadership, Ethics and Values. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 341 - Classics of Political Philosophy 3.00 credit hours (Same as: PHL 341 .) A survey of the history of Western political thought. Prerequisite(s): Any 200-level PSC course or two PHL courses. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 343 - Economic and Social Justice 3.00 credit hours (Same as: PHL 343 .) A brief introduction to the concept of justice, followed by an examination of the alternative views of distributive justice. Alternatives include the various forms of liberalism (contractarianism, libertarianism and utilitarianism), Marxism, communitarianism, feminism and postmodernism. Prerequisite(s): One course in philosophy, economics, history, political science or sociology and anthropology. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 344 - Modern and Postmodern Political Thought: Culture and Power 3.00 credit hours This course examines the relationship between culture and power. Culture infuses and constitutes forms of identity, organization, and practice in society, the economy and in politics. It informs the lives of humans in relation to one another and the social system in which they participate. Culture is the process of meaning making that gives rise to attitudes, beliefs, values and norms. The course outlines some of the central theoretical traditions in the study of cultural meaning making, and examines the relationship between processes of meaning making, power and domination in social life. Most of the readings make an effort to examine these issues in the context of specific past and present empirical cases in the United States and other societies. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 397 - Internship 0.00-9.00 credit hours Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 399 - Independent Study 1.00-9.00 credit hours Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 490 - Seminar in Political Science 3.00 credit hours Capstone course in political science. Topics change. May include major research paper. Prerequisite(s): PSC 101 , PSC 200 , PSC 201 , one 300-level PSC course and Senior standing. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 497 - Internship 0.00-9.00 credit hours Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSC 499 - Independent Study 1.00-9.00 credit hours Click here for the schedule of classes.
Psychology
	PSY 100 - Psychology: Science of Behavior 3.00 credit hours An examination of the basic concepts, processes, theories and empirical findings concerning the behavior of organisms. Consideration is given to the following topics: physiological and developmental basis of behavior, sensory and perceptual processes, states of consciousness, learning and memory and motivation and emotion, as well as personality, intellectual functioning, psychopathology and social influences on behavior. Core: Social Science. IAI: S6 900 Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 120 - Psychology of Personal Adjustment 2.00 credit hours A survey of various theories of personality and development and their practical implications for effective coping with the demands of everyday life. Students are encouraged to differentiate empirically supported theories from the “pop psychology” that pervades modern media. Topics include stress and coping, identity development and self-assessment, interpersonal relationships, social influence, self-esteem, career development and behavior change. This course does not count toward a major in Psychology. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 200 - Evolutionary Psychology 3.00 credit hours This course focuses on the evolution of behavioral and cognitive processes that relate to the adaptation of organisms to challenges of survival and successful reproduction. While the primary emphasis is on humans, consideration of such adaptations in non-human species provides a broader context for considering human evolutionary psychology. Topics for consideration include gender differences in sex and mating; parental investment and parent-offspring conflict; altruism and aggression; food preferences and habitat selection; and the potential integrative influence of evolutionary theory across the field of psychology. Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or BIO 100 (or above). Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 205 - Educational Psychology 3.00 credit hours The application of various psychological concepts, theories and experimental findings to an understanding of human behavior in an instructional setting. Group discussions of actual case studies on problems in teaching and education are conducted. The course is required by all states for prospective public school teachers. Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 210 - Child Development 3.00 credit hours Theory and research from the field of child development are studied in order to better understand the child’s physical, language, cognitive, social and emotional development from birth to adolescence. Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 . Core: Social Science. IAI: S6 903 Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 220 - Psychology of Adolescence 3.00 credit hours This course focuses on the developmental tasks of adolescence, such as forming an identity and developing mature relations with peers, family and possible mates. Theory and research in the area of adolescent psychology are examined. Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 . Core: Social Science. IAI: S6 904 Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 230 - Psychology of Adulthood and Aging 3.00 credit hours The focus of this course is on the developmental tasks of adulthood, beginning with the transition from adolescence to young adulthood and ending with the issues faced by the oldest members of our society. Discussion of theories and research related to identity, adult relationships, sexuality, careers and retirement, health and wellness, the biological process underlying aging and the pursuit of “successful aging.” Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 . Core: Social Science. IAI: S6 905 Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 240 - Social Psychology 3.00 credit hours An examination of the theories and research regarding human social behavior. Discussed in this area are social perception, self-perception, attitudes, social influence, attraction, altruism, aggression, group effects and environmental psychology. Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 . Core: Social Science. IAI: S8 900 Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 250 - Statistics 3.00 credit hours A course stressing the methods, concepts and logic underlying the statistical evaluation of research data. The course stresses descriptive and inferential statistics, estimation and hypothesis testing and “why” as well as “when” to use various statistical methods. A working knowledge of basic algebraic techniques is necessary. Only one of PSY 250 and BUS 241 /ECN 241 may be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): MTH 118 or higher. Core: Mathematics. IAI: M1 902 Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 255 - Research Design and Experimentation 3.75 credit hours The activities involved in obtaining, accumulating and organizing scientific knowledge through experimentation are stressed in this course. The concepts, logic and methods which serve as a basis for designing and conducting scientific research are presented in lecture and laboratory periods, and are practiced in laboratory exercises and in individual projects. Laboratory required. Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 and a minimum grade of C- in PSY 250 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 270 - Industrial Psychology 3.00 credit hours This course explores the relationship between individuals and their jobs. Topics include psychological theory and research related to job-design, selection, training, assessment and career development. Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 282 - Stress and Coping 3.00 credit hours This course surveys theories and research about stress and coping. Specific topics include the physiology of stress, psychoneuroimmunology, effects of stress on mental health and behavior, coping styles and stress management. Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 295 - Research Practicum 0.50-3.00 credit hours Students work in collaboration with faculty on ongoing research. Activities vary according to project needs and student background, but may include recruitment of participants, data collection, data coding and entry, literature review, statistical analysis, etc. This course is graded pass/no pass. Repeatable up to three times or three credit hours. Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 297 - Internship 0.00-9.00 credit hours Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 and at least one 200-level Psychology course; some site-specific prerequisite courses may also apply. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 310 - Cultural Psychology 3.00 credit hours (Same as: SOA 310 .) The course considers what we mean by culture, and how taking culture into account affects our knowledge of basic psychology in areas like human development, the self-concept, gender expectations, as well as our understanding of mental illness. The course focuses on both psychological and anthropological approaches to studying culture and the pros and cons of different approaches. Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 ; SOA 105 or any 200-level Psychology course, excluding PSY 250 . ACR: Intercultural. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 320 - Personality 3.00 credit hours The structure, development, expressions and measurements of the normal personality. The course considers major personality theories, methods of psychotherapy and counseling, ideal models of human living and the mature personality. Prerequisite(s): One 200-level Psychology course excluding PSY 250 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 324 - Abnormal Psychology 3.00 credit hours The focus of this course is on understanding the causes, diagnostic criteria, and treatment of psychological disorders in adults (including such diverse problems as adult depression, anxiety disorders, personality disorders and schizophrenia). Issues such as diagnostic interviewing, stigma and cultural relativity are also discussed. Prerequisite(s): one 200-level Psychology course. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 325 - Child Psychopathology 3.00 credit hours The focus of this course is on understanding the causes, diagnostic criteria and treatment of psychological disorders in children and adolescents (including such diverse problems as childhood depression, ADHD, eating disorders and autism). Particular emphasis is placed on treatment modalities that are specific to problems in childhood, such as parent training, play therapy and family therapy. Prerequisite(s): One 200-level course in Psychology, excluding PSY 250 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 330 - Community Psychology 3.00 credit hours Community Psychology presents a complementary perspective to traditional clinical psychology. Community psychologists focus on preventing mental disorders before they occur, and more generally on promoting mental health. They often address these goals by studying, designing and implementing programs and policies that build communities (schools, neighborhoods, the larger society, etc.) which are more conducive to good mental health. Topics discussed include prevention, program evaluation, creation of settings, psychological conceptions of the environment, social support, community organization and development, empowerment and social action, mutual help, participant research, social justice, social policy and ethics of community intervention. Prerequisite(s): One 200-level Psychology course, excluding PSY 250 ; Junior standing. ACR: Leadership, Ethics and Values. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 340 - Learning 3.75 credit hours This course surveys theories of learning from an historical perspective. In addition, developments in methodology and applications of learning are discussed (e.g., behavior modification and programmed instruction). A weekly lab is included. Laboratory required. Prerequisite(s): One 200-level course in Psychology, excluding PSY 250 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 345 - Cognitive Psychology 3.75 credit hours An examination of how humans acquire, store, retrieve and use knowledge. The course emphasizes an information processing approach to cognition and deals with such topics as perception, selective attention, memory, imagery, problem-solving, reasoning, artificial intelligence and decision-making. A weekly laboratory is included. Laboratory required. Prerequisite(s): PSY 255 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 350 - Clinical Psychology 3.00 credit hours This course provides an empirical overview of the various assessment techniques, treatment modalities and ethical and controversial issues in the field of clinical psychology. Students also gain exposure to practical skills used by clinicians in various therapeutic settings. Special consideration is given to helping students practice various counseling techniques, develop self-awareness and apply theories of psychotherapy to their own lives via role plays and experiential exercises. Prerequisite(s): One 200-level Psychology course. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 360 - Psychological Assessment 3.00 credit hours This course examines theory, construction, evaluation and interpretation of psychological tests. Special emphasis is placed on the ethical and appropriate use of tests and the intersection between testing and contemporary society. Special topics include testing in the areas of intelligence, personality, attitudes, interests and abilities. Prerequisite(s): PSY 250 and one additional 200-level Psychology course. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 380 - History of Psychology 3.00 credit hours An examination of the major factors providing the roots for psychology, as well as the significant persons and theories which shaped its subsequent development as the scientific approach to the study of behavior and mental processes. Prerequisite(s): One HST course and one 200-level Psychology course, excluding PSY 250 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 385 - Health Psychology 3.00 credit hours This course studies how biological, psychological, behavioral and social factors influence health and illness. Specific topics include psychological contributors to illness, behavior change, stress management/coping, disease prevention, weight control, coping with chronic illness and the healthcare delivery system. Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 ; one 200-level Psychology course or one 200-level Biology course. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 390 - Seminar 1.00-3.00 credit hours Seminar courses are offered on a variable time schedule and focus on a variety of topics of current or recurrent interest in psychology. The topics chosen depend upon faculty and student interest and are publicized in the course schedule for the terms during which the seminar is offered. Repeatable with different topics. Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 and one 200-level Psychology course, excluding PSY 250 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 397 - Internship 0.00-9.00 credit hours Prerequisite(s): PSY 255 and at least one 200-level Psychology course; some site-specific prerequisite courses may also apply. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 399 - Independent Study 1.00-9.00 credit hours Prerequisite(s): one 200-level Psychology course. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 490 - Seminar 3.00 credit hours An in-depth study of a specific topic or issue in psychology. Students are expected to read and discuss original sources and current literature in psychology. Repeatable with different content. Prerequisite(s): PSY 255 and one 300-level Psychology course. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 497 - Internship 0.00-9.00 credit hours Prerequisite(s): PSY 255 and at least one 300-level course in Psychology; some site-specific prerequisite courses may also apply. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	PSY 499 - Independent Study 1.00-9.00 credit hours Prerequisite(s): PSY 255 . Click here for the schedule of classes.
Religious Studies
	REL 100 - Introduction to World Religions 3.00 credit hours An introduction to the major religions of the world. The primary methodology is phenomenological. Special emphasis is given to the beliefs, rituals, sacred texts and ethical dimension of each religion. Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. IAI: H5 900 Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 110 - Introduction to Bible 3.00 credit hours An introductory survey course of the Bible that identifies major historical and cultural forces that influenced the development of Biblical religion and analyzes dominant theological themes in the Biblical texts. May not be taken for credit by a student who has already taken either REL 210 or REL 220 . Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 115 - Christian Ethics 3.00 credit hours An examination of the Christian basis for morality and arguments by which specific moral actions are justified. Attention is given to such perennial moral issues as capital punishment, sexuality, biomedical ethics and political obligations. Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 125 - Religious Ethics 3.00 credit hours A comparison of ethical experience, sources, norms and methods as interpreted by at least one Eastern religion and one Western religion. Attention is given to specific issues such as marriage and family, war and peace and social responsibility Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 210 - Old Testament 3.00 credit hours An introduction to the Old Testament in its historical setting. Attention is given to the interpretation of the exodus, the monarchy, the prophetic movement, the exile and the postexilic experience. Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. IAI: H5 901 Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 215 - The Evolution of God 3.00 credit hours This course examines the origin and development of ancient Israel’s portrayals of God. It traces these beliefs from their origins in the religions of the surrounding ancient Near Eastern cultures through the development of monotheism and the apocalyptic worldview, exploring the various ways in which ancient cultures contrasted divine and human standards of ethical behavior. The course concludes with various early Christian descriptions of the relation of the Christian Messiah to the God of Israel in the writings of the New Testament. Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 220 - New Testament 3.00 credit hours An introduction to the New Testament in its historical setting. Attention is given to the social and religious milieu of the early Christian community, the interpretation of the Synoptic Gospels, the theological themes in Paul’s letters and the unique motifs in the Johannine literature. Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. IAI: H5 901 Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 222 - Violence, War and Peace in the Bible 3.00 credit hours The course examines traditions from both the Old and New Testaments in regard to issues of violence, war and peace in the biblical texts. Different portrayals of the character of God as warlike and vengeful, as well as beneficent and peace-loving, are examined, in places in dialogue with the religious traditions of the surrounding cultures. The different portrayals of violence and peace in the human community are discussed in light of these depictions of God. Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 225 - Urban Ethics and Religion 3.00 credit hours This course examines the relationship between urban problems in America and religious communities and their teachings. Attention is given to the ways religious institutions can be both part of the problem and part of the solution within urban contexts, as well as to specific resources within religious traditions for illuminating and improving urban life. Field trip and guest speakers. Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 230 - Gender in the Judeo-Christian Traditions 3.00 credit hours (Same as: GWS 230.) The study of how gender affects religious practices, beliefs and experiences in Christianity and Judaism. Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 235 - Sexuality and Christianity 3.00 credit hours (Same as GWS 235 .) An examination of contemporary Christian approaches to sexuality in a dialogue with secular philosophies of sexuality. Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 240 - Religion in the United States 3.00 credit hours This course addresses religious diversity in the U.S. by examining several religious traditions. These traditions serve as a lens through which to view issues relevant to contemporary American culture. Particular attention is given to the resources present within each tradition for spiritual transformation within the North American context. Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. IAI: H5 905 Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 245 - Religion and Ethics in Film 3.00 credit hours A study of religious and ethical values present in popular film. Attention is given to issues such as race, gender, minority religious traditions, sexual norms and the intersection of religion and politics. Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 255 - The Religions of India 3.00 credit hours An exploration of the major indigenous religions of South Asia with particular emphasis on shared concepts such as karma, the cycle of rebirth (samsara) and the transcendence of rebirth (nirvana/moksha). The course traces the evolution of Indian religion from its roots in the Vedas and Upanishads through the development of Buddhism, Jainism, Hinduism and Sikhism, and concludes with an examination of “inclusivistic” and “exclusivistic” approaches to religious pluralism in contemporary Indian thought. Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. Click here for the schedule of classes.
	REL 260 - The Religions of China 3.00 credit hours An examination of the history, theory and practice of the major religious traditions of China: Confucianism, Daoism, Buddhism and the folk traditions that blend all three. The course focuses on the evolution of Chinese religion through a process of mutual influence within a general atmosphere of religious tolerance for sectarian differences. Core: Humanities. ACR: Religion and Ethics. Click here for the schedule of classes.

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PHY 245 - Physics V: Quantum Physics

PHY 251 - Physics of Solids

PHY 252 - Nuclei and Particles

PHY 253 - Astrophysics and Cosmology

PHY 297 - Internship

PHY 299 - Independent Study

PHY 315 - Engineering Statics

PHY 316 - Intermediate Mechanics

PHY 340 - Thermodynamics

PHY 355 - Applied Mathematical Techniques

PHY 397 - Internship

PHY 399 - Independent Study

PHY 416 - Advanced Mechanics

PHY 420 - Electricity and Magnetism

PHY 441 - Quantum Mechanics

PHY 450 - Advanced Laboratory

PHY 495 - Research

PHY 497 - Internship

PHY 499 - Independent Study

PSC 101 - Introduction to American Government

PSC 102 - Introduction to International Relations

PSC 103 - Introduction to Law

PSC 200 - Introduction to Political Science

PSC 201 - Practices of Political Science

PSC 211 - American Presidency

PSC 212 - American Congress

PSC 213 - Elections and Campaigns

PSC 214 - American Political Parties and Interest Groups

PSC 215 - Political Behavior and Public Opinion

PSC 216 - Public Policy and Administration

PSC 221 - Comparative Politics

PSC 222 - American Foreign Policy

PSC 230 - Mock Trial I: Techniques and Procedures

PSC 231 - Mock Trial II: Competition Practicum

PSC 241 - Philosophy of Law

PSC 290 - Topics in Politics

PSC 295 - Research Practicum

PSC 297 - Internship

PSC 299 - Independent Study

PSC 312 - Women and American Politics

PSC 313 - Politics of Race, Gender and Class

PSC 321 - Model United Nations I

PSC 324 - International Political Economy

PSC 333 - International Law

PSC 335 - Constitutional Law

PSC 336 - Civil Rights, Liberties and Justice

PSC 341 - Classics of Political Philosophy

PSC 343 - Economic and Social Justice

PSC 344 - Modern and Postmodern Political Thought: Culture and Power

PSC 397 - Internship

PSC 399 - Independent Study

PSC 490 - Seminar in Political Science

PSC 497 - Internship

PSC 499 - Independent Study

PSY 100 - Psychology: Science of Behavior

PSY 120 - Psychology of Personal Adjustment

PSY 200 - Evolutionary Psychology

PSY 205 - Educational Psychology

PSY 210 - Child Development

PSY 220 - Psychology of Adolescence

PSY 230 - Psychology of Adulthood and Aging

PSY 240 - Social Psychology

PSY 250 - Statistics

PSY 255 - Research Design and Experimentation

PSY 270 - Industrial Psychology

PSY 282 - Stress and Coping

PSY 295 - Research Practicum

PSY 297 - Internship

PSY 310 - Cultural Psychology

PSY 320 - Personality

PSY 324 - Abnormal Psychology

PSY 325 - Child Psychopathology

PSY 330 - Community Psychology

PSY 340 - Learning

PSY 345 - Cognitive Psychology

PSY 350 - Clinical Psychology

PSY 360 - Psychological Assessment

PSY 380 - History of Psychology