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PRE 240 - Audio-Video Production for Journalism and Public Relations (3 cr.)
This hands-on course is designed to familiarize the student with the basic theory and practice of audio and video production in journalism and public relations. This course will introduce the student to the basics of capturing and editing audio and video for the Web, including writing for audio and video, operation of audio recorders and video camcorders, and digital editing of audio and video.
Prerequisite(s): JOU 206 . Restricted to journalism and public relations majors, or journalism minors; unless student has chair’s approval.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 304 - Law and Ethics for Journalists and Public Relations Practitioners (3 cr.)
Focuses on the news media and public relations, with an emphasis on ways legal statutes and ethics affect the practice of journalism and public relations conducted in new media and marketing environments. Examines the moral, philosophical, and legal foundations of decision-making across two interdependent disciplines. Provides the necessary tools to help journalism and public relations graduates make better sense of the situations and challenges they will face in their professional lives.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): JOU 204 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 305 - Discovering the Hidden Stories of a Community (3 cr.)
This course introduces students to historical research in primary sources that will help them to discover and recreate the lives of individuals and communities. The types of sources investigated in this course include government and archival records commonly available in most communities.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 and sophomore standing or POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Spring
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PRE 311 - Public Relations Principles (3 cr.)
An intensive introduction to public relations theories and practices-including issue and crisis management, lobbying, image campaigns and internal corporate communication-that enable organizations to develop and manage socially responsible relationships with their various stakeholders. Emphasis on the role of public opinion in strategic organizational communication. This course is part of the sequence of prescribed courses in the public relations major and will prepare students for Campaign Planning and Development (PRE 314 ).
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): JOU 204 or CMM 118 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 314 - Campaign Planning and Development (3 cr.)
This course focuses on public relations strategy and campaign development methods. Bridges fundamental concepts in the study of public relations with the practical application of those concepts to the real-world discipline of corporate communication. Provides students with the understanding of the elements necessary to construct successful public relations campaigns and prepares students for the Public Relations Campaigns course (PRE 466 )-the capstone experience in the Public Relations major.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): JOU 206 , PRE 311 ,
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 321 - Advertising in the Electronic Age (3 cr.)
An in-depth look into advertising in the broadcast industry and within emerging on-line technologies, with particular emphasis on the integration of audience research, the creative process and measurement of sales and media effectiveness.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CMM 118 or JOU 204 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 327 - Speech Coaching (3 cr.)
The course affords intensive study in public speaking and training in effective speech coaching. Students learn how to coach other students in developing effective presentational skills and managing communication apprehension. Students are trained to coach public speaking and assist in the Speech Lab.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): JOU 127 or CMM 101 ; and POI.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 334 - Pitch, Persuade, Present (3 cr.)
Focuses on development of practical skills associated with presentations in interpersonal and group settings in the public relations profession. Designed to perfect techniques of persuasive communication in interviews, business presentations, negotiations, client pitches, oral reporting and campaign evaluation. Emphasis on audience identification, conceptual and creative issues, content structure, and message delivery, including the use of presentational media. Provides students with essential skills needed for work in the competitive environment of contemporary public relations.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PRE 311 .
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Year
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PRE 345 - Social Media for Public Relations (3 cr.)
Examines the relationships among online publics and organizations that rely on social media to engage those publics. Explores the value, mutual benefits and quality of those relationships. Provides both a theoretical and practical approach to understanding such issues as advocacy, trust and influence. Focuses on the different uses and effects of social media platforms and channels in public relations.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PRE 311 .
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PRE 368 - Public Relations Cases (3 cr.)
A critical analysis of public relations practice in various organizations and professions. Emphasis on ethical and legal issues, core organizational values, trust and transparency. Examines models of communication management in planning, design and implementation of public relations strategy.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CMM311.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PRE 399 - Independent Study (1 to 12 cr.)
Liberal Arts
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PRE 400 - Preparation for the Certificate in Principles of Public Relations (1 cr.)
Optional, preparatory training for students seeking an entry-level, professional designation in public relations.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; public relations majors only.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 402 - Public Relations Research (3 cr.)
Covers essentials of design, data collection, and analysis/interpretation associated with common empirical methods used in public relations research-both qualitative and quantitative. Students will learn to develop valid and reliable instruments, use a computerized statistical package to analyze data, and report findings. Emphasizes the centrality of research ethics and the importance of becoming a critical consumer and evaluator of mass-mediated information.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): MAT 161 , PRE 311 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
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PRE 407 - Internal Relations (3 cr.)
An examination of organizational effectiveness through the organization’s internal communication practices. Provides a comprehensive view of communication principles and practices in many types of formal organizations. Takes a critical look at specific cultural issues within organizations and explores some of the main ethical concerns in communication among an organization’s internal stakeholders.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PRE 311 .
Semester(s) Offered: Every other Fall
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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 that characterize the scientific study of behavior. Topics include developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, learning, biopsychology, personality, social psychology, and mental disorders.
Liberal arts
General Education Category: Social Sciences
Cardinal Core Curriculum Category: Human Communities
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 - Research Methods (3 cr.)
Overview of research methods in psychology, with emphasis on the design of descriptive, correlational, and experimental 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 and ENG 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 and Math Competency
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): PSY 101 and PSY 340
Semester(s) Offered: 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 450 - Introduction to School Psychology (3 cr.)
Introduction to School Psychology introduces undergraduate students to the field of School Psychology. Students will explore the foundations of School Psychology practice, including historical, legal, ethical, and multicultural foundations. School psychologists’ domains of practice will be studied through the lens of the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) Practice Model; in addition, current issues in training and practice will be explored. Students will learn about career pathways in School Psychology.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 , PSY 205 , PSY 206 , or POI for equivalent coursework (earned C or better in each prerequisite)
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 460 - Psychology of Gender (3 cr.)
This course will explore gender from a psychological and empirical perspective. Topics will include the development of gender identity, gender stereotypes and their implications, gender differences and their origins, and the gendered experience in many contexts including education, the workplace, and the family.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 and PSY 361 .
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, 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 464 - Persuasion: Science/Application (3 cr.)
We will consider classic and contemporary research in the field of persuasion. This course will consider the strengths and weaknesses of these studies as well as directions for future research. We will examine the influence of reciprocity, commitment, conformity, liking, and scarcity. The course will emphasize the scientific method, especially the use of experiments to examine social behavior
Liberal Arts
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 ; PSY 205 ; PSY 361 ; or POI
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, 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.)
In this course, students will learn best practice procedures in academic interventions using data-based problem solving within multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS). Students will learn how to assess the instructional environment and a child’s pattern of academic performance, select evidence-based academic interventions, implement interventions with fidelity, monitor child progress, and make data-based decisions, all within an MTSS framework. The course will also cover federal and state regulations targeting general and special education.
Prerequisite(s): school psychology graduate student.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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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 508 - Foundations of Human Diversity (1 cr.)
Foundations of Human Diversity will provide professionals in school psychology (and related fields) with the knowledge base to work more effectively and equitably with diverse populations. Students will develop an increased self-awareness around issues of individual and group differences and will extend their knowledge of diverse populations and the impact diverse characteristics have on development and learning. The ability to apply this knowledge in effective service delivery (equitable practices, advocacy for social justice) will be emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): School psychology graduate student, graduate students with POI
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 509 - Foundations of School Psychology (3 cr.)
This course introduces students to the historical context of school psychology as well as the current roles and functions of school psychologists. Best practices in service delivery, as well as 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.)
PSY516 provides a comprehensive survey of human lifespan development including physical, social-emotional, cognitive, and sexual aspects of the healthy individual emphasizing childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood development. Biological, social, cultural, and psychological factors influencing human development are discussed.
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 - Neuropsychological Assessment (3 cr.)
PSY 531 is the last in a four-course sequence designed to train students in school-based assessment skills. This course covers principles of neuropsychological assessment as they apply to children and adolescents within the school setting. Its content includes functional neuroanatomy, neurobiological bases of common disorders, administration of neuropsychological instruments and interpretation of scores, linkage of results with evidence-based interventions, and integration of information in a comprehensive psychoeducational evaluation and report.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 545 and School Psychology graduate student only.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 543 - Academic Assessment (3 cr.)
PSY 543 is the second course of a four-course sequence designed to train students in school-based assessment skills. This course will emphasize best practices in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of individually administered standardized achievement tests. The course will also 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 544 and School Psychology graduate students only.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 544 - Cognitive Assessment (3 cr.)
This course is the first course of a four-course sequence designed to train students in school-based assessment skills. Students will 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 other tests administered by school psychologists.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology graduate student.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 545 - Social-Emotional and Behavioral Assessment (3 cr.)
PSY 545 is the third course of a four-course sequence designed to train students in school-based assessment skills. This course will emphasize best practices in selecting, administering, scoring, and interpreting individually administered standardized measures of social-emotional and behavioral functioning. Federal/state regulations pertinent to school-age children with disabilities and evidence-based behavioral and mental health interventions will be reviewed.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 544 , PSY 543 , and School Psychology graduate students only.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 546 - Child and Adolescent Psychopathology (3 cr.)
This course will provide intensive study of the most prominent disorders in children and adolescents. Issues related to definition, etiology, clinical course, identification (and differential diagnosis) through assessment, and selection and implementation of evidence-based interventions will be addressed. Application to school psychology practice will be emphasized. This course is also designed to cultivate an understanding of the network of systems that can be coordinated (family, school, community agencies) to enhance outcomes for all children.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology graduate student only.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 550 - Behavioral Interventions (3 cr.)
In this course, students will learn best practice procedures in behavioral interventions using data-based problem solving within multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS). The course will focus on how to design, implement, and evaluate interventions through progress monitoring for common behavioral problems. This course will also cover single-subject design and applied, functional, and experimental behavioral assessment.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology graduate majors only.
Semester(s) Offered: Spring
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PSY 551 - Consultation (3 cr.)
This course will explore principles and practices of consultation and common models of school-based consultation, with an emphasis on collaborating and communicating effectively using the problem-solving model of consultation. The course will cover the importance of using preventative pre-referral methods, such as multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) and systems-level interventions, to diminish the likelihood of pupils being referred to and placed in special education programs. Ethical and legal issues encountered in consultation will also be reviewed.
Prerequisite(s): 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 - Counseling and Crisis Intervention II (3 cr.)
PSY554 is the second in a two-course sequence designed to train students in school-based counseling and crisis prevention/intervention. This course continues training in counseling skills and evidence-based techniques for youth at differing developmental stages and with various presenting disorders. Direct application of these skills will occur in the school setting. Emphasis is placed on tiered prevention and intervention strategies for school-based crises. 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.)
This is the first of a four-course sequence designed to provide hands-on opportunities to practice skills learned in coursework. Students will complete 120 practicum hours in an applied setting (local schools and/or university-based clinic settings, with guidance from a school psychologist), allowing for integration of knowledge and skills. Group supervision at the university will take place once a week during class time. This course will also examine topics germane to practicing school psychologists.
Prerequisite(s): School Psychology Graduate Student.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall
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PSY 577 - School Psychology Practicum II (2 cr.)
This is the second of a four-course sequence designed to provide opportunities to practice skills learned in coursework. Students will complete 120 practicum hours in an applied setting (local schools and/or university-based clinic settings, with guidance from a school psychologist), allowing for integration of knowledge and skills. Group supervision at the university will take place once a week during class time. This course will also examine cultural competence, social justice, and advocacy in school psychology.
Prerequisite(s): 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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