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PRE 415 - Event Planning and Management (3 cr.)
An intensive introduction to practical theories and concepts involved in the implementation of successful small-scale and large-scale events. Exploration of the creative process, event selection, key publics and target audiences, personnel and logistics management, and technical implementation. Involves an academic service-learning exercise focusing on development of a public relations event. (Every other spring).
Prerequisite(s): PRE 311 .
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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PRE 429 - Social Media for Crisis Response (3 cr.)
Students will analyze and apply communication theory, social media tools and public relations research skills to real-life emergencies. They will seek, appraise and report on messages for public-safety organizations. In doing so, they will study responses and evaluate theoretical implications of real-life situations, while investigating and testing the latest social media tools in a virtual laboratory setting.
Prerequisite(s): PRE 311 and POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 433 - Public Relations Agency Practicum (1 to 2 cr.)
Provides practical experience in producing a real-world public relations campaign for a variety of client organizations in the community, with an emphasis on research methods, strategy development/execution and measurement techniques.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 452 - Public Relations Writing (3 cr.)
Builds writing proficiency for the public relations practice. Focuses on audience-specific writing skills used in public relations planning, media relations and crafting communication campaigns. Emphasizes professional public relations writing, reinforcing the ability to write clearly and concisely in the formats of contemporary communication channels-both traditional and new media outlets.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PRE 311 , JOU 206 .
Meets Advanced Writing Requirement
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 466 - Public Relations Campaigns (3 cr.)
An advanced, academic service-learning course focused on crafting, managing and delivering a public relations campaign on behalf of various types of organizations, with an emphasis on learning effective writing, presentation, research, strategic-thinking, collaborative and creative skills. Deals with the process of identifying, analyzing and responding to communication needs through researching, planning, tactical execution and measurement of set client goals and objectives.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PRE 314 , PRE 402 , JOU 308 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 467 - Crisis (3 cr.)
Introduces students to the preparation and planning process for crisis communication. Helps students to understand appropriate ethical responses to corporate crises and the relationship of such events to organizational stakeholders and the media. Focuses on outcomes for organizational identity and reputation.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): B or better in PRE 311 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PRE 489 - Washington Internship Institute (1 to 9 cr.)
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PRE 491 - Public Relations Senior Seminar (1 cr.)
Provides students with practical advice to help them prepare for careers in public relations. Includes an assessment of their knowledge and practical skills and the preparation of a professional portfolio.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 496 - Instructional Practicum (1 to 3 cr.)
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PRE 497 - Advanced Public Relations Practicum (3 cr.)
Mentored practical experience in public relations planning, management, execution and measurement. Students craft and develop limited-scope public relations projects for local and regional community organizations and causes.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; permission of instructor.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 498 - Internship (1 to 12 cr.)
Supervised practical experience in public relations in a variety of private and public organizational environments. Presents real-world opportunities to work in public relations at the local, regional, national or international level.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing; permission of instructor (following an application process).
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
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PRE 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.
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PRE 552 - Public Relations Writing (3 cr.)
Builds writing proficiency for the public relations practice. Focuses on audience-specific writing skills used in public relations planning, media relations and crafting communication campaigns. Emphasizes professional public relations writing, reinforcing the ability to write clearly and concisely in the formats of contemporary communication channels-both traditional and new media outlets. In addition to all of the requirements for undergraduates taking PRE 452 , graduate level students taking PRE552 will be required to complete supplementary assignments.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 101 - General Psychology (3 cr.)
Introductory course with major emphasis on basic concepts which characterize the laws of behavior. Topics include observation and measurement, learning, motivation, and important physiological, social and personality influence on normal and abnormal behavior are studied.
Liberal arts
General Education Category: Social Sciences
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PSY 105 - General Psychology Recitation/Laboratory (1 cr.)
An introduction to scientific inquiry in psychology - involving lab studies of representative topics in psychology, data analysis and interpretation, group discussion, and written assignments.
Liberal arts
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 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
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PSY 205 - Experimental Design (3 cr.)
Overview of research methods in psychology, with emphasis on the design of experiments and descriptive research studies to investigate psychological phenomena, and on communicating the procedures and findings from such studies clearly and concisely using APA format.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 206 - Psychological Statistics (3 cr.)
Overview of statistical methods in psychological research. Topics covered include measures of central tendency and dispersion, hypotheses testing, t-tests, analysis of variance (ANOVA), correlation, regression, and nonparametric tests.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PSY 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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PSY 301 - Applied Psychology Practicum (1 to 4 cr.)
This course is designed for students who will work under the supervision of a faculty member on some applied project such as assisting in the instruction of a course or working in a service agency in the community. A statement of the specific responsibilities of each student will be filed in the office of the department.
Prerequisite(s): POI; limited to two enrollments during undergraduate career.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 302 - Research Apprenticeship in Psychology (1 to 4 cr.)
Supervised research experience in laboratory or field settings through assisting a faculty member in some phase of his or her research. Content will be arranged individually between students and sponsoring faculty member. A statement of the specific responsibilities of each student will be filed in the office of the department. May be repeated for credit.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 311 - Survey of Human Development (3 cr.)
An interdisciplinary survey of developmental changes over the human lifespan, and of the various influences accounting for them. From prenatal development of the fetus, to dying as an individual and social process, the major life periods are examined sequentially.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PSY 321 - Cognitive Psychology (3 cr.)
Examines the processes by which information is extracted, interpreted, stored, retrieved, and used. Reviews major theories and research in the areas of perception, imagery, attention, consciousness, memory, language, problem solving, reasoning, and decision making.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 331 - Introduction to Biopsychology (3 cr.)
A survey of biological components of behavior. The course assumes that evolution by natural selection applies to both biological and ecological components of behavior. Physiological mechanisms covered include those that relate to motivation and learning. Ecological considerations include the behaviors involved in the solution of ecological problems such as food, shelter, mates and predator avoidance.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
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PSY 340 - Personality (3 cr.)
Contemporary perspectives on personality are examined. Emphasis is given to methods of research, theoretical conceptions, behavior change strategies and assessment techniques.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PSY 361 - Social Psychology (3 cr.)
A general introduction to the major studies and theories concerning the scientific study of how people are influenced by the presence of others. Topics will include conformity, obedience, mass communication, social cognition, cognitive dissonance theory, aggression, outgroup bias, and interpersonal attraction.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PSY 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: Fall, Spring
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PSY 408 - Psychology Senior Exam (0 cr.)
Course consists of administration of Psychology Senior Exam and reporting of results to students. Passing the exam with a grade of D or better is a graduation requirement for psychology majors.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 and PSY 205 and PSY 206 and PSY 311 and PSY 321 and PSY 331 and PSY 340 and PSY 361 and PSY 409
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PSY 409 - History and Modern Systems of Psychology (3 cr.)
The background to the development of psychological systems for pre-Greek times to the present; the assumptions, historical origins, characteristics, and comparative achievements and shortcomings of each.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): junior status and PSY 101 and PSY 205 and PSY 206 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
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PSY 412 - Educational Psychology (3 cr.)
A study of how psychological theory and research are used to enhance the effectiveness of learners and teachers. Topics may include: assessment and evaluation, child and adolescent development, individual differences and learning needs, motivation, theories of learning and instruction, and classroom design and management.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 and PSY 311 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 414 - Psychology of Infancy and Childhood (3 cr.)
The period of development from conception to adolescence covering the physical, emotional, social, intellectual and moral phases of child growth and development. An equal emphasis given to the periods of infancy and childhood, theoretical issues, research findings and applications.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 311 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 415 - Adolescence, Youth, and Early Adulthood (3 cr.)
Institutional, social and biological factors which interact to thrust the child into adolescence; youth and adulthood examined. Emphasis: development of psychological mechanisms which enhance the life of the individual. Occupational and marital adjustment; emphasis: pleasures and stresses of parenting and effective child rearing practices studied.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 311 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PSY 416 - Psychology of Adult Development and Aging (3 cr.)
Theories and research evidence concerning developmental changes in person-environment interactions over second half of the lifespan. Normative characteristics, sex differences, and normal variation among individuals are noted in personality, intellectual abilities, and social behavior. Attention is given to clinical aspects of old age. Field experience with older persons is required.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 311 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 422 - Human Learning and Memory (3 cr.)
Examines how knowledge is acquired, accessed, and integrated. Explores basic research, theory, and applications. Topics include non-associative learning, operant and classical conditioning, social learning, short- and long-term memory, working memory, declarative and non-declarative memory, reconstruction in memory, processing models, and memory disorders.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 and PSY 321 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 424 - Perception and Sensory Processes (3 cr.)
Surveys the major sensory systems, including vision, hearing, touch, smell, and taste. Explores the experimental methods for studying perceptual processes, the biological structure of the sensory systems, and the psychology of how physical stimulus energy is translated into our perceptual experience of the world.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 and PSY 321 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 430 - Neural Science and Behavior (3 cr.)
Topics in biopsychology and cellular/molecular biology within the field of neuroscience as it relates to normal as well as abnormal/deviant behavior.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 ; PSY 331 or BIO 326 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 440 - Psychological Assessment (3 cr.)
A study of assessment and testing practices in psychology. Testing in the areas of intelligence, education, personality, clinical psychology, neuropsychology, and business will be covered with special emphasis on the psychometric properties of tests and the process of test development.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 , PSY 205 , and PSY 340 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 443 - Abnormal and Deviant Behavior (3 cr.)
A study of human aberrant behavior patterns as evidenced in mental illness, delinquency, crime and poor cultural adaptation. Emphasis is placed upon relating the contributions of the behavioral sciences to an integrated understanding of abnormal and deviant behavior of both individuals and groups.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 340 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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PSY 445 - Counseling Psychology (3 cr.)
A study of how psychological principles, theories, and research are applied in counseling settings to improve the functioning of children, adolescents, and adults. Topics may include: counseling as a profession, issues in counseling, and theories and techniques of counseling.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 and PSY 340 .
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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): PSY 101 and PSY 361 .
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 485 - Advanced Psychology Seminar (3 cr.)
Seminar on current topic of interest in psychology. The goals of the course are to improve written and oral communication skills and to develop and improve the ability to function in, contribute to, and benefit from a small group, intellectual experience.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): Junior status, ENG 101 , PSY 101 , PSY 205 , PSY 206 , limited to psychology majors.
Meets Advanced Writing Requirement
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, 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): PSY 543 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): PSY 545 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): PSY 544 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): PSY 550 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): PHY 365 .
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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): PHY 111 , 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): MAT 221 or MAT 224 ; and PHY 379 or RBT 379 .
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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 399 - Independent Study (0 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.
Liberal Arts
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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): MAT 221 or MAT 224 , and PHY 379 or RBT 379 .
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): RBT 367 .
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 505 - Graduate Seminar in Natural Science (1 to 2 cr.)
Graduate-level seminar. Specialized topics in science. Topics vary with instructor and semester but potential subjects include genetics, bioinformatics, landscape ecology, global climate change, advanced concepts in biology, chemistry, environmental science, geology, and others. Advanced concepts will be developed through reading original research papers and interactive discussions led by graduate students. Course can be repeated for credit up to three credits total.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Student Standing.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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