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PSY 460 - Psychology of Women (3 cr.)
The course examines the biological, cognitive, and social contributions to the development of gender, the nature and magnitude of gender differences, and the psychological implications of experiences unique to women.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY101 and PSY361.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 461 - Evolutionary Psychology (3 cr.)
Theory and research in the field of evolutionary psychology. The relevance and importance of evolutionary theory as it applies to major aspects of human behavior including mating, violence and aggression, altruism, family relationships and language.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 , PSY 361 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PSY 462 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology (3 cr.)
A survey of the ways that psychological theory and research have been applied to understand and enhance the effectiveness of people at work. Topics may include: fair, valid, and legal employee selection procedures; enhancing individual effectiveness through training, evaluation and development; enhancing organizational effectiveness through communication, leadership, employee motivation and organizational change.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 340 or PSY 361 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 496 - Teaching Practicum (1 to 4 cr.)
Students will participate significantly in teaching a psychology course. Specific duties may include lecturing; leading laboratory and recitation groups; course, program, or student evaluation; and tutoring. If taken more than once, teaching practicum must be taken in different courses.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, completion of 12 psychology credits, minimum grade of B in the course in which the student will be teaching, minimum GPA of 3.0 and POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 497 - Fieldwork Practicum (1 to 6 cr.)
Fieldwork at local agencies and schools with children and adults. The general goals are to gain experience with prevention and treatment issues with various populations, to learn about the operation of community agencies and educational institutions, and to relate fieldwork experience to psychological principles. Responsible, professional contact with clients is required.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, 2.50 GPA, POI, relevant course work.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 498 - Internship (1 to 15 cr.)
Internship at local agencies and schools with children and adults. The general goals are to gain experience with prevention and treatment issues with various populations, to learn about the operation of community agencies and educational institutions, and to relate fieldwork experience to psychological principles. Responsible, professional contact with the agencies and clients is required.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, 2.5 cumulative g.p.a., by formal application.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PSY 499 - Independent Study (0 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 501 - Psychometrics (3 cr.)
Quantitative analyses and interpretation of data obtained from psychological tests, multivariate statistical methods, and related computer analysis procedures are used in evaluating and interpreting test data. Students will learn concepts and analysis procedures to assist them in choosing appropriate assessment tools for diagnostic, instructional, research, or program evaluation purposes, and how to summarize and report the results of such analyses.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology graduate student only.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 503 - Academic Interventions (3 cr.)
The course introduces the Multi-Tier System of Supports (MTSS) model and the Response to Intervention (RtI) model for educational institutions. Includes overview of federal and state regulations targeting general and special education, components of an effective classroom and academic learning, evidence-based interventions, and monitoring progress of interventions.
Prerequisite(s): school psychology graduate student.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 504 - Master’s Thesis (3 cr.)
The Master’s thesis is an applied research project. Experimental and descriptive research studies may be conducted to meet this reqirement; projects may be developed from applied practical problems encountered in the field. A broad range of appropriate activities can be used to fulfill this thesis requirement.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology graduate student
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 509 - Foundations of School Psychology (3 cr.)
This course delves into the historical context of school psychology as well as the current roles and functions of school psychologists. Best practices in service delivery, and legal and ethical issues guiding the practice of school psychology will be emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology graduate students only.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 516 - Advanced Development (3 cr.)
A comprehensive survey of human development from conception to late adolescence including biological, social/cultural and psychological factors influencing human development.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology Graduate Student
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 520 - Learning and Cognition (3 cr.)
This course presents an overview of learning and cognition, including basic human learning processes, and cognitive and academic skills. Emphasis is on the relevance of recent research and theoretical developments in cognitive psychology to instructional settings, and on appreciating diversity in learning and cognitive abilities.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology graduate student.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 531 - Neuropsychology (3 cr.)
This course focuses on the development of psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessment and interpretation skills with children and adolescents and includes: neural resources associated with domains of cognition, methods of assessing domains of cognition, neuropsychological interpretation of assessment results, and formulation of evidence-based recommendations.
Prerequisite(s): PSY543 and school psychology graduate student only.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 543 - Learning Disabilities (3 cr.)
This course is designed to introduce classification systems, theoretical models, and assessment tools for identification and classification of specific learning disabilities in reading, mathematics, and written language. Federal/state regulations pertinent to school-age children with learning disabilities and evidence-based academic interventions will be reviewed.
Prerequisite(s): PSY545 and School Psychology graduate students only.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 544 - Cognitive Assessment (3 cr.)
Cognitive Assessment is designed for students to become familiar with the administration, scoring, and interpretation of commonly used tests of cognitive ability. Students will acquire assessment skills that can be generalized to the use of other tests administered by school psychologists.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology graduate student.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 545 - Assessment Issues in School Psychology (3 cr.)
This course will emphasize best practices in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of individually administered standardized achievement tests, as well as standardized measures of Social-emotional and behavioral functioning.
Prerequisite(s): PSY544 and School Psychology graduate students only.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 546 - Child and Adolescent Psychopathology (3 cr.)
This course is designed to examine factors contributing to the most prominent disorders in children and adolescents. Issues pertaining to definition, identification, assessment, clinical course, etiology, differential diagnosis, and selection and implementation of behavioral/academic interventions will be addressed, and multicultural variables affecting identification and treatment of these disorders reviewed.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology graduate student only.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PSY 550 - Consultation and Intervention I (3 cr.)
Psychology 550 is the first in a two semester course sequence designed to provide a foundation of skills in the areas of behavioral consultation and academic and behavioral assessment and intervention. Students will build knowledge about and practice of data-based problem solving in the Multi-Tier System of Supports.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology graduate majors only.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 551 - Consultation and Intervention II (3 cr.)
Psychology 551 is the second in a two semester course sequence designed to provide a foundation of skills in the areas of behavioral consultation and behavioral assessment and intervention. Students will build knowledge about and practice of data-based problem solving in the Multi-Tier System of Supports.
Prerequisite(s): PSY550 and School Psychology Graduate Student.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 552 - Counseling and Crisis Intervention in Schools (3 cr.)
Emphasizes the development of generalist skills in individual and group counseling as well as crisis intervention in the school setting. Direct application of these skills will occur through the classroom and school settings.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology Graduate Student
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 553 - Information Technology Lab (1 cr.)
This course is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills in using information and information technologies. Students will receive training in the use of software utilized in assessment, and analysis and storage of data. Students will also receive training in how to use technology to access information, and how to safeguard protected information.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology graduate majors only.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 554 - Advanced Counseling & Crisis Intervention in Schools (3 cr.)
This course focuses on the counseling skills needed to engage children and adolescents at differing developmental stages and with various presenting disorders. Understanding the developmental needs and abilities of children and adolescents, and matching counseling techniques and crisis intervention strategies to common childhood disorders is the focus. School-wide prevention and intervention strategies for school-based crises will also be addressed. This class meets the NYS Dignity for All Students Act training requirement.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 552 & School Psychology Graduate Student
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 576 - School Psychology Practicum I (2 cr.)
PSY 576 is the first course of a four-course sequence designed to provide opportunities to practice skills learned in coursework. Students work in local schools and university-based clinic settings, with guidance from a school psychologist, in a variety of capacities, including child behavior observations, small group program implementation and evaluation, and counseling. Requires 120 hours in practicum site(s).
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology Graduate Student.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 577 - School Psychology Practicum II (2 cr.)
PSY 577 is the second course in a four-course sequence designed to provide opportunities to practice skills learned in coursework. Students work in local schools and univeristy-based clinic settings, with guidance from a school psychologist, in a variety of capacities, including psychoeducational assessment, applied behavior analysis and intervention, small group and school-wide program implementation and evaluation, and counseling. Requires 120 hours in practicum site(s).
Prerequisite(s): PSY 576 and School Psychology Graduate Student.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 578 - School Psychology Practicum III (2 cr.)
PSY 578 is the third course of a four-course sequence designed to provide opportunities for students to apply skills learned in the coursework. Students work in local schools and university-based clinic settings, with guidance from a school psychologist, in a variety of capacities, including utilizing skills developed in the preceding two semesters, program evaluation, and providing training to school personnel. Education law and ethics in school psychology are also a course focus. Requires 120 hours in practicum site(s) .
Prerequisite(s): PSY 576 , PSY 577 , & School Psychology Graduate Student
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 579 - School Psychology Practicum IV (3 cr.)
PSY 579 is the fourth course of a four-course sequence designed to provide opportunities for students to apply skills learned in course work. Students work in local schools and university-based clinic settings, with guidance from a school psychologist, in a variety of capacities, including applying skills learned in current and previous semesters, program evaluation, and greater involvement in student-leval and system-level services. Current topics in school psychology and developing applied skills to the pre-internship level of competance are also main focuses of the course. Requires 240 hours in practicum site(s) .
Prerequisite(s): PSY 576 , PSY 577 , PSY 578 , & School Psychology Graduate Student.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 581 - Research Methods (3 cr.)
Overview of research design, statistical analysis, and interpretation of research in applied settings. Includes experimental and quasi-experimental design, survey research, and qualitative research with an emphasis on program evaluation.
Prerequisite(s): school psychology graduate student only.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 590 - Internship (6 cr.)
Internship is designed to advance the school psychology graduate students’ professional skills through a full-time placement in the schools. Requires completion of an Applied Learning Agreement and Internship Plan approved by the University-Based Supervisor and Internship Site Supervisor. Under the direct supervision of an on-site certified school psychologist, the intern will complete tasks and assignments which encompass the services provided by school psychologists. Must be taken both fall and spring for a total of 1200 hours. May be repeated for a total of 12 credits.
Prerequisite(s): satisfactory completion of all program requirements from semesters 1-4 and a NYSED Internship Certificate.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PSY 598 - Internship (1 to 12 cr.)
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PSY 599 - Independent Study (1 to 9 cr.)
The Independent Study is designed to allow students to conduct research or to investigate a line of study that is unavailable through regular course selection. Under the direct supervision of a faculty member, the student will conduct the research in a format preapproved by the faculty sponsor, faculty advisor, Department Chair, and Dean. The study may involve a range of approaches from a literature review to an application of theory.
Prerequisite(s): Minimum of 4 graduate hours in psychology.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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RDG 100 - College Reading (2 cr.)
Reading 100 accompanies English 100 (Writers Workshop). The same text is used in both courses so that the readings provide a basis for the writings. Reading 100 provides the students the opportunity to work in depth with the material. Class time will also be used to underline, to take notes, to outline, to look up vocabulary words or historical background, and to read related materials. The format of the course will primarily be class discussion and participation. Several kinds of tests and discussion of the effectiveness of each kind will prepare students to reread and retest in order to learn to become successful test takers.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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RDG 110 - Critical Reading (3 cr.)
Develops students skills in evaluating oral and written material. Focuses on analysis of logic and evidence. Strengthens critical thinking and communication skills through written critiques of expository prose. Builds general knowledge through interactive readings across disciplines, with emphasis on contemporary international issues and concerns.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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RDG 199 - Independent Study (1 to 3 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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RBT 122 - Physical Computing (3 cr.)
Micro-controller boards and basic electronic components are used to explore programming and development of algorithms. Students will build circuits and program the microcontroller to control electronic devices. Topics include: data representations, Boolean logic and digital circuits, microprocessor organization and operation, basic electronics, and programming in a high level language. For students in any major. No prior experience in computing, science, or technology is required.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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RBT 318 - Physics and Application of Sensors (3 cr.)
This course is an overview and introduction to sensor physics, design, and applications. It will cover measurement theory and practice and include a lab component where the students will work with the sensors and probe their uses and limitations.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PHY 379 or RBT 379 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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RBT 366 - Advanced Digital Design (3 cr.)
An advanced course focusing on developing, testing, and synthesizing digital circuits. Topics to be covered will include simulating digital circuits using VHDL and/or Verilog, FPGA’s, combinational logic and sequential logic design, programmable logic and storage devices, and digital processors.
Liberal Arts
Prerequisite(s): PHY365.
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RBT 367 - Intermediate Robotics Lab (3 cr.)
Working in small teams students will implement medium size robotics projects. Each student will gain experience in researching, designing, and planning a robotics project that would be suitable for a senior project.
Prerequisite(s): RBT 318 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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RBT 379 - Introduction to Robotics (3 cr.)
An overview and introduction of robotics in practice and research with topics including vision, motion planning, mobile mechanisms, kinematics, inverse kinematics, and sensors.
Prerequisite(s): PHY111, MAT 225 or MAT 202 , co- or prerequisite CSC 221 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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RBT 380 - Control Systems Engineering (3 cr.)
Introduction to analysis and design of continuous feedback control systems. Topics include modeling physical systems using linear differential equations, Laplace transforms, transfer functions, block diagrams, transient specifications, steady state tracking errors, stability, and sensitivity, root locus, Nyquist and Bode plots.
Liberal Arts
Prerequisite(s): MAT221 or MAT224; and PHY379 or RBT379.
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RBT 383 - Embedded Systems (3 cr.)
Introduction to embedded systems programming. Includes configuration of systems, real-time systems, cyber-physical computing, and writing hardware drivers.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CSC 309 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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RBT 401 - Robot Kinematics and Dynamics (3 cr.)
This class focuses on the kinematics, dynamics, and programming of robotic mechanisms. The fundamental techniques apply to robotic arms, mobile robots, active sensor platforms, and other computer-controlled kinematic linkages. Arms are the primary application.
Liberal Arts
Prerequisite(s): MAT221 or MAT224, and PHY379 or RBT379.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring Semester Odd Numbered Years
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RBT 467 - Robotics Senior Project (3 cr.)
Implement an individual advanced robotics project, based on the skills and knowledge gained in previous courses.
Prerequisite(s): RBT367.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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RBT 495 - Undergraduate Research (1 to 6 cr.)
Participation in research programs in robotics or fields related to robotics under the guidance of a faculty member.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
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RBT 498 - Internship (1 to 12 cr.)
Robotics activity at an industrial or research facility.
Prerequisite(s): Six credits in upper level CSC, PHY, or RBT courses.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
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RBT 499 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the faculty sponsor, academic advisor, department chair and dean.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
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RUS 199 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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RUS 299 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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SCI 112 - BodyWorks: Heart Disease (1 cr.)
A multidisciplinary approach integrating biological, chemical and public health concepts related to heart disease. Topics covered include: basic heart anatomy, ions important for proper heart function, the electrical system of the heart, risk factors, contributing factors, disease states found in the heart, treatment options, and ideas for heart disease prevention.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SCI 185 - Safety in the Modern Laboratory (1 cr.)
A survey of safety approaches used in the modern science laboratory and the Federal and State regulations enacted to ensure worker safety and a healthy environment. Designed for those who will assume professional positions requiring responsibility for the laboratory safety and health of themselves, others, and the environment.
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SCI 199 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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SCI 207 - Organic Farming (3 cr.)
The application of science, humanities, business and appropriate technologies to the design and management of sustainable organic farming systems. A holistic approach to agriculture and agricultural development based on traditional, alternative, and local farming. Linking ecology, socio-economics and culture to sustain organic production, farming communities, and environmental health.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SCI 299 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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SCI 399 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SCI 430 - Science Teaching Methods 7-12 (3 cr.)
Designed to prepare pre-service intermediate and commencement teacher candidates to become competent science teachers who can guide and facilitate interactions to meet the learning needs of diverse populations of students. Course is intended for Adolescence Education (7-12) majors in biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics. Issues, strategies, and resources for science teaching will be examined through individual and group work involving class projects, peer teaching and authentic presentations. Students will be expected to begin to develop a professional portfolio, use self-reflection, and peer review to refine work.
Prerequisite(s): One of the following: PHY 314 , BIO 304 , BIO 305 , CHE 240 , CHE 242 , GEL 101 , or POI;Junior standing.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SCI 498 - Internship (1 to 15 cr.)
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SCI 499 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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SCI 504 - Professional Science Internship (3 to 6 cr.)
Specialized graduate level course for the Professional Science Master’s (PSM) program. Application of science and organizational skills in an internship setting for PSM degree candidates. Advanced writing of an internship proposal and final report. Each student will give an oral presentation as part of the internship requirements.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate student standing in the M.S. Natural Science Professional Science Masters program or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SCI 510 - Research Methods (3 cr.)
Specialized graduate-level research methods course. Introduction to research methods and proposal development for master’s thesis work. Advanced writing of the required thesis proposal for a master’s in natural science degree. Each student will give an oral presentation and submit a written master’s research proposal.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Student Standing.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SCI 530 - Science Teaching Methods (7-12) (3 cr.)
Prepares adolescence teacher candidates to become competent science teachers meeting the learning needs of diverse students using the standards of the National Science Teachers Association and the New York State Education Department. Intended for Masters of Science in Teaching Adolescence Education (7-12) candidates in Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, and Physics. Issues, strategies, and resources for science teaching will be examined through class projects, peer teaching and authentic laboratory presentations. Preparation of a curricular budget, advanced topics in assessment and rubric development, and design and assessment of science laboratory learning experiences to meet New York State Standards will be emphasized. Students develop a professional portfolio using self-reflection and peer review.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate or senior standing or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SCI 598 - Internship (1 to 15 cr.)
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SCI 599 - Independent Study (1 to 12 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SWK 101 - Introduction to the Social Work Profession (3 cr.)
This course introduces students to the profession of social work. Students will be acquainted with the purposes, structure, values, ethics, knowledge base, and practice methods of professional social work. The types of agencies employing social workers, and the client groups serviced by social workers will be examined. Through this course, students can determine their interest in pursuing a career in professional social work.
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SWK 199 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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SWK 260 - Introduction to Social Welfare (3 cr.)
This course analyzes the history, organization and adequacy of major cash support, in-kind, and social service programs in the United States. Particular attention is paid to the ideological, political and economic factors that have shaped their development. The emergence of social work as a profession and the role of social workers in social welfare programs are also examined.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SWK 299 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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SWK 300 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment I (3 cr.)
Human Behavior and the Social Environment is a sequence of two courses, focusing on human development and interactions in the context of the social environment. Throughout the sequence, a person-in-environment perspective is utilized to interpret the experiences of individuals, families, groups and communities. These are evaluated in the light of social work values and ethics, specifically social and environmental justice. The first course in the sequence addresses the human life cycle in the context of the social environment. Multiple theoretical perspectives of human social behavior are examined. Each perspective is assessed with regard to its strengths and limitations, and its relevance to generalist social work practice.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Junior Social Work Major; SOC 101 ; PSY 101 ; BIO 100 or BIO 103 ; MAT 161 ; and cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SWK 302 - Generalist Practice I (3 cr.)
This is the first course in a series of three courses that prepare students for generalist professional practice. Students are introduced to the purposes, historical roots, structure, fields of practice, values and ethics of professional social work. Generalist professional practice is defined, and a systems approach to persons(s)-in-environment practice with client systems of various sizes and diverse types is presented. Planned change processes used in micro, mezzo, and macro level practice are introduced. Communication skills and self-reflection are included.
Prerequisite(s): Junior Social Work Major, SOC 101 ; PSY 101 ; BIO 100 or BIO 103 ; MAT 161 ; and cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SWK 303 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment II (3 cr.)
Human Behavior and the Social Environment is a sequence of two courses, focusing on human development and interactions in the context of the social environment. Throughout the sequence, a person-in-environment perspective is utilized to interpret the situations of individuals, families, groups and communities. These are evaluated in the light of social work values and ethics, specifically social and environmental justice. The second course in the sequence pays attention to those features of families, groups, and communities that encourage human development, or constrain and thwart it.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Junior Social Work Major; SWK 300 ; and cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SWK 304 - Social Welfare in Comparative Perspective (3 cr.)
Analysis of ways in which different societies respond to human needs and risks to human well being. Emphasizing the importance of a society’s fundamental values in determining social welfare policies, programs and practices, this course compares and contrasts social welfare in the United States with that of Canada, Mexico, and other nations. International social work and the relationship between global interdependence and social work are introduced and examined.
Liberal Arts
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 , SWK 260 , social work major.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SWK 305 - Cultural and Ethnic Diversity (3 cr.)
This course examines the impact of cultural and ethnic diversity in American society within the framework of social work values. Oppression, exploitation, prejudice, discrimination, and devaluation of groups based on “differences” are explored as historical and contemporary characteristics of society. Implications of cultural and ethnic diversity for the profession of social work and the practice of professional social work are emphasized.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Junior Social Work Major, SOC 101 , PSY 101 , BIO 100 or BIO 103 , MAT 161 , 2.5 Cumulative GPA.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SWK 306 - Social Work and Mental Health (3 cr.)
This course examines the mental health system from a generalist social work perspective. Attention is given to the political, cultural and economic factors that have influenced policies, organizations and treatment approaches in the mental health field, in the U.S.A. and other countries. Requisite knowledge for effective service delivery and the roles of mental health providers are explored.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SWK 307 - The Organizational Context of Social Work (3 cr.)
This course examines the relationship between organizations and social work at micro, mezzo, and macro levels with an emphasis on social policy and contemporary issues. It includes attention to classical and contemporary organizational theory, structural attributes of organizations, ethical conflicts, roles of social workers, and organizational change. The current organization of public and private social services is presented. The development of skills to assure effective organizational functioning is emphasized throughout the course.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SWK 260 and Social Work Major
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SWK 308 - Selected Topics in Social Work (3 cr.)
Analysis of a selected topic related to the needs of vulnerable populations in society, and relevant social work interventions.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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SWK 309 - Social Work with Groups (3 cr.)
Introduction to principles of social group work practice, theoretical foundations for understanding properties of group structure and process, and models of group work practice. Students are introduced to skills required for group assessment and effective intervention in group work practice. Students are expsed to opportunities to experience group process and to practice group work skills through a variety of classroom experiences. Emphasis is placed on the versatility of social work group practice in diverse settings.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SWK 401
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SWK 320 - Issues in Family Violence (3 cr.)
This course explores different types of family violence (spouse abuse, child abuse, incest, dating violence and elder abuse) with regard to the seriousness and the extent of the problem, contributing factors, relationship dynamics, and consequences for the individual, the family, the community, and the larger society. Connections between increased violence in mainstream American culture, shifts in family structures leading to family strain, and patterns of family violence are examined. The relevance of the dimension of diversity particularly religion, ethnicity, and sexual orientation to family violence and ameliorative services is considered. Causal theories and their implications for social service programs development are explored. Current social policy and social service structures are considered with regard to their effectiveness in treating and reducing family violence.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall or Spring
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SWK 399 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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SWK 401 - Generalist Practice II (3 cr.)
This is the second of three courses that prepare students for generalist practice. Content focuses on the development of knowledge and skills in working with individuals, families, and treatment groups. Central to the presentation of content are the social work values of respect for the dignity and worth of every human being, venerating diversity, client empowerment and self-determination, confidentiality, and social justice. Particular emphasis is placed on approaching generalist practice with critical thinking skills. Throughout this series of courses, populations-at-risk, especially the rural poor of the North Country region are emphasized.
Liberal Arts
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 , social work majors only; SWK 302 .
Meets Advanced Writing Requirement
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SWK 402 - Generalist Practice Methods III (3 cr.)
This is the last in a series of three courses that prepare students for generalist professional practice. Content focuses on the development of generalist practice knowledge and skills with task groups, organizations, and communities within the context of social work values. Responsibilities of professional social workers for lifelong learning and continuing professional development are examined.
Prerequisite(s): SWK 302 , SWK 401 , 2.5 Cumulative GPA.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SWK 403 - Field Practicum in Social Work I (3 cr.)
This course is part I of a two-semester field practicum which provides students with the opportunity to integrate their academic learning in a practice setting under supervision of a qualified field instructor. The two-semester field practicum requires a minimum of 450 hours (225 per semester) of field practice and participation in the field orientation. Each student will complete an education plan of field practicum learning activities consistent with the field practice core competencies and practice behaviors.
Prerequisite(s): Social work majors approved for field practicum.
Corequisite(s): SWK 408
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SWK 404 - Field Practicum in Social Work II (3 cr.)
This course is part II of a two-semester field practicum which provides students with the opportunity to integrate their academic learning in a practice setting under supervision of a qualified field instructor. The second semester builds on knowledge and skills acquired in the first semester. The field practicum requires a minimum of 450 hours (225 per semester) of field practice and participation in the field orientation. Each student will complete an education plan of field practicum learning activities consistent with the field practice core competencies and practice behaviors.
Prerequisite(s): SWK 403 , SWK 408 .
Corequisite(s): SWK 409
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SWK 405 - Research Methods in Social Work (3 cr.)
Introduction to basic research methods used in professional social work.
Prerequisite(s): Social work major.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SWK 408 - Field Practicum Seminar in Social Work I (1 cr.)
The integrative field practicum seminar is the first of a two-part sequence taken concurrently with the basic field education experience. The seminar provides students with an on-going forum in which to explore practice and professional development issues as they relate to each student’s field experience. It provides an opportunity for individual and group reflection on the integration of classroom and field learning.
Corequisite(s): SWK 403
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SWK 409 - Field Practicum Seminar in Social Work II (1 cr.)
The integrative field practicum seminar is the second of a two-part sequence taken concurrently with the basic field education experience. The seminar provides students with an on-going forum in which to explore practice and professional development issues as they relate to each student’s field experience. It provides an opportunity for individual and group reflection on the integration of classroom and field learning. The second seminar expands on the knowledge and skills developed in the first seminar.
Prerequisite(s): SWK 403 , SWK 408 .
Corequisite(s): SWK 404
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SWK 460 - Social Policy (3 cr.)
This course analyzes how social welfare policies are initiated, legislated, implemented, and evaluated. The political and organizational processes that affect policy creation and implementation are examined. Attention is given to the role of social movements and interest groups in the development of social welfare policies. Special emphasis is given to the ways social policies facilitate or impede racial divisiveness, social injustice, and economic exploitation.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 and SWK 260 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SWK 499 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology (3 cr.)
Concepts and methods used in sociological investigations of interpersonal relations. Relationship of the group to the individual; stratification of society; variability of culture.
Liberal arts
General Education Category: Social Sciences
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
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SOC 199 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
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SOC 203 - Introduction to Social Justice (3 cr.)
This course will be a survey of social justice issues in the US and in the world. The focus will be on systems of power and privilege, including race, gender, and class, and the global economy including its effects on individuals, institutions, and societies. We will finish with reviews of resistance and/or social change movements aiming to achieve social justice locally and/or globally.
Liberal Arts
General Education Category: Social Sciences
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SOC 265 - Self in Society (3 cr.)
Introduction to theories and research focusing on the individual in the context of society and interpersonal relations. Topics: socialization and formation of self and self attitudes, interpersonal behavior, attitudes and emotion, interpersonal perception, group dynamics.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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SOC 299 - Independent Study (1 to 15 cr.)
Project individually arranged by student and faculty sponsor. Requires completion of the Independent Study form and approval by the Faculty Sponsor, Academic Advisor, Department Chair and Academic Dean.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SOC 300 - Research Methods I (3 cr.)
Overview of sociological explanations, project design and methods of research. Issues of measurement. Introduction to descriptive statistics.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 ; MAT160 or MAT 161 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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SOC 301 - Research Methods II: Quantitative (3 cr.)
Overview of quantitative research design and strategies of data collection, inferential statistics and computer assisted data management. Students will be required to design and complete a research project.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SOC 300 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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SOC 302 - Research Methods II: Qualitative (3 cr.)
Overview of qualitative research design methods stressing historical, ethnographic and ethnomethodological techniques, interviewing, content analysis and field observation. Students will be required to design and complete a research project.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SOC 300 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SOC 303 - Sociology of Development in the Americas (3 cr.)
Effects of development and global integration of the economy and culture on peripheral urban and rural peoples in the Western Hemisphere. Topics include notions of underdevelopment, branch-plant industry, agri-export economies, subsistence and informal economies, migration, international tourism, squatter settlements, environmental issues related to development, women in development, and movements for local autonomy.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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SOC 305 - Sociology of Women (3 cr.)
This course examines the social construction of gender. Students will explore the impact of gender on women’s everyday experiences, including work and family situations, and the different ways in which gender structures women’s lives depending on their race, social class and age.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or GWS 101 .
General Education Category: Global Issues
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
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SOC 307 - Social Problems and Social Policy (3 cr.)
Examination of U.S. and world social problems. Focus on the social/political dynamics involved in the construction, causes, consequences of and alternative solutions to various issues/problems. Theoretical approaches are explored and contrasted.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 .
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SOC 309 - Sociology of Aging and Death (3 cr.)
This course examines the impact of social structure and history on the experience of aging and death. Age as a basis of social stratification, and the intersection of age with gender, social class, and race or ethnicity. Major issues facing older Americans and anticipated changes in these issues for future generation of elderly people will be examined.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 or PSY 101 .
General Education Category: Global Issues
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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SOC 312 - Sociology of Families (3 cr.)
A comparative analysis of family organization in different societies, emphasizing comparisons to contemporary families in the United States.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SOC101.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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SOC 315 - Sociology of Health and Medicine (3 cr.)
This course examines the sociological approach to health and medicine. It will consider the social factors that influence the domestic and transnational distribution of health and illness, the transnational social experiences and cultural meanings of illness, and the different societal responses to health care.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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