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Departmental Course Listings

LEGAL STUDIES

LEGLST 1843 LAW OF BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS	3 cr.
Explores basic commercial law applicable to the business environment. Areas covered include the law of contracts, sales, agency, and torts. References will be made to both common-law principles and to federal and state statutes, with emphasis on the uniform commercial code. Prerequisite: None.

MANAGEMENT

MGMT 0022 FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING	3 cr.
A study of accounting and financial concepts pertaining to the business enterprise, with emphasis on the understanding and use of accounting and financial data. This course develops the ability to analyze and interpret internal and external financial developments as they relate to a business enterprise and provides an operational knowledge of the accounting cycle. Prerequisite: MATH 0031.

MGMT 0023 MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING	3 cr.
Course has three objectives: (1) to develop an understanding of cost accounting concepts underlying cost determination and analysis, (2) to provide familiarity with the controls that are afforded in the application of these concepts, and (3) to create an awareness of how cost accounting can contribute to decision making and planning. Prerequisite: MGMT 0022.

MGMT 0680 INTRODUCTION TO INDUSTRIAL ORGANIZATION	3 cr.
Survey course of contemporary practice in the field of industrial psychology. Principal topics include employee selection, testing, performance appraisal, training and development, leadership, work motivation, organizational psychology, conditions at work, engineering psychology, employee safety and health, consumer and marketing psychology. Prerequisite: None.

MGMT 1125 BUSINESS ECONOMICS	3 cr.
Looks at economic decision making within the firm and empirical efforts to estimate demand, cost, and production functions. Also covers computer and operations research models such as simple linear programming, present value analysis, and calculus. The term paper consists of an analysis and forecast of the national economy. Prerequisites: ECON 0100, ECON 0110; MATH 0120; STAT 1100.

MGMT 1138 CORPORATE FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING	3 cr.
A continuation of Financial Accounting with emphasis placed on the accounting for partnerships and corporations. Topics such as long-term liabilities, investments, and financial statements analysis are introduced to the student. Prerequisite: MGMT 0022.

MGMT 1140 ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEMS

3 cr.

Deals with both the design and the implementation of accounting systems and their use in collecting, accumulating, and summarizing data on the activities of the organization and in making information available to management for analysis, decision making, and control. Special emphasis will be placed on the revenue, expenditure, and conversion cycles and the problems inherent in them. Prerequisite: MGMT 1835.

MGMT 1818 MANAGEMENT SCIENCE

3 cr.

Provides the foundation for two basic managerial tasks: optimization and simulation. A variety of modeling concepts with applications for finance, marketing, and operations will be studied in depth. Topics covered are: linear programming, transportation and assignment, “what if” analysis, decision analysis including multiple criteria decision making, queuing models, and statistical models for simulating analyzing input and outputs in business systems. Prerequisite: STAT 1100.

MGMT 1819 INTRODUCTION TO MARKETING	3 cr.
Considers the marketing problems of the firm. Topics covered include product development, market segmentation, consumer behavior, distribution channels, pricing, and promotion. Prerequisite: MGMT 0023. .

MGMT 1820 OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

3 cr.

The fundamental problem of any manager is taking inputs and transforming them efficiently and effectively into products that result in a “satisfied” customer. Provides foundations for managing operations in both the manufacturing and services sectors. Topics covered are: quality management, product and process design, inventory control, manufacturing resource planning (MRP), supply chain management, production scheduling, and project management. Prerequisite: STAT 1100.

MGMT 1821 INTRODUCTION TO FINANCE	3 cr.
Views the finance function as a planning and control system within the total organization. The emphasis is on financial planning models, including sources and uses of funds, evaluation of investments, and capital budgeting. Prerequisites: MGMT 0022; STAT 1100.

MGMT 1830 INVESTMENTS	3 cr.
Addresses the procedures and fundamentals of investment management. Develops the theory and application of security analysis including evaluation and optimization of risk and return characteristics of the different financial assets available in today’s market. Prerequisite: MGMT 1821.

MGMT 1832 HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT	3 cr.
Provides an introduction into the management of human resources at the organizational level. Conceptual frameworks that can be used for understanding and establishing organizational human resource policy are introduced for the purpose of application in the critical review of an organizational human resource system and discussion of relevant policy issues. Prerequisites: Sophomore; PSY 0010.

MGMT 1835 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING 1

3 cr.

Presents the theory, concepts, and procedures involved in the current practice of financial accounting for the business enterprise. Current developments and the challenges to currently accepted accounting principles and practices are explored. Special attention is directed at timely financial reporting problems in income determination and valuation of assets/liabilities. Prerequisite: MGMT 1138.

MGMT 1836 INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING 2	3 cr.
As a continuation of MGMT 1835, this course deals with accounting theory related to the liability and stockholders' equity sections of the balance sheet, revenue recognition, earnings per share computations, accounting for leases, statement of changes in financial position, statement of cash flows, and other topics. Prerequisite: MGMT 1835.

MGMT 1837 ADVANCED ACCOUNTING	3 cr.
Covers accounting for business combinations/consolidations, partnerships, multinational issues, and branch accounting. Consolidations comprise 55 percent of the course. The focus, each term, will be on those other issues that are currently most important. Prerequisite: MGMT 1836.

MGMT 1838 STANDARD COSTS, BUDGETS, AND PROFITPLANNING	3 cr.
Provides an advanced and pragmatic understanding, rooted in theory, of cost accounting concepts, techniques, and systems as they relate to the purposes of cost and operations control. The development and use of benchmarks of performance, their integration in a standard cost system, and the process of developing budgets will be covered. Prerequisite: MGMT 0023.

MGMT 1839 FEDERAL INCOME TAX ACCOUNTING	3 cr.
Comprehensive study of the federal income tax structure as it relates to individual and sole proprietorships. Emphasis will be placed on accounting and tax planning, but economic implications of federal income taxation and current issues will be included. Prerequisite: MGMT 1835.

MGMT 1840 FEDERAL INCOME TAX ACCOUNTING	3 cr.
A continuation of MGMT 1839, this course investigates tax issues related to different forms of business organizations. Special emphasis will be placed on corporations. Prerequisite: MGMT 1835.

MGMT 1841 AUDITING	3 cr.
The concepts, standards, and methods of auditing are covered. Discussion and readings will focus on the professional and legal environment of the independent auditor and on the audit process, including the role of evidence, the importance of internal accounting controls, and the auditor’s report. Specific auditing problems will provide practical applications. Prerequisite: MGMT 1835.

MGMT 1843 LAW OF BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS	3 cr.
Provides an exposure to the extensive laws and regulations which affect almost all major aspects of business operations. Because not all topics can be covered in a one semester course, the topics selected have been chosen on the basis of their importance to contemporary business and the accounting profession. Prerequisite: None.

MGMT 1845 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES	3 cr.
Introduces the student to the complex environment of international business. Aimed at familiarizing the student with the range of political, social, and economic factors encountered in non-U.S. business settings and with the issues involved in establishing and maintaining profitable business activities outside the United States. Prerequisites: 3 credits in ECON; 45 credits earned.

MGMT 1851 LABOR-MANAGEMENT RELATIONS

3 cr.

Provides a close examination of the day-to-day labor management relationship and processes. This course considers contract negotiations, contract administration, discipline and grievance procedures, and third-party conflict resolution assistance such as mediation, fact finding, and arbitration. Emphasis is placed on the structure, organization, and objectives of the parties. The similarities and differences between private and public-sector bargaining are also considered. Prerequisite: Junior.

MGMT 1860 LEGAL & SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT BUSINESS

3 cr.

Examines the social, political and legal interface between the business institution (especially the corporation) and the environment. Topics typically considered include the nature and impacts of technology, ethical and value issues in business, the social responsibilities of business and the management of corporate social policy. The impacts of society and business on one another are highlighted. Prerequisite: Senior.

MGMT 1861 MANAGEMENT POLICY ANDADMINISTRATION

3 cr.

Focuses on corporate strategy formulation, implementation, and control. The knowledge and techniques learned in earlier courses will be applied in an integrated fashion to the process of strategic decision making and organizational change. A considerable amount of time will be devoted to the study and analysis of companies. In addition to various weekly reading assignments, the course will include case studies and a group project. Prerequisites: MGMT 0023, MGMT 1818, MGMT 1819, MGMT 1820; INFSCI 0010; STAT 1100.

MGMT 1869 MARKETING RESEARCH	3 cr.
Provides an overview of the methods and tools used in market research to guide decision making regarding the development and delivery of products and services. Topics include design of surveys, collection, analysis and interpretation of data, and presentation of results. Prerequisites: MGMT 1819 and STAT 1100.

MGMT 1877 ADVERTISING AND PROMOTION

3 cr.

Provide students with an understanding of advertising and the marketing process within which effective advertising is rooted. It is further designed to teach students to write an effective advertising and marketing plan and to develop effective advertisements. Emphasis will be placed on both theoretical and conceptual foundations and their applications to the field of advertising. Prerequisite: MGMT 1819.

MGMT 1885 FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS AND MARKETS	3 cr.
Investigates the functions of the various financial institutions, such as commercial banks, thrifts, finance companies, mutual funds, and the Federal Reserve. Prerequisite: MGMT 1821.

MGMT 1897 INDEPENDENT STUDY	1-3 cr.
Students desiring to pursue in greater depth a specific set of business problems of functions to which they have been introduced in other business courses. Involves directed reading and research under guidance of a full-time faculty member. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

MGMT 1898 INTERNSHIP	1-6 cr.
Internships in Management. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

MGMT 1910 MGMT/INFO SYSTEMS INTERNSHIP	1-3 cr.
Internship in Management/Information Systems. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

MGMT 1950 SENIOR PROJECT FOR MANAGEMENT

3 cr.

Integrative course that uses concepts and problem-solving skills acquired in prerequisite courses. Emphasis will be placed on the various factors that influence the operation and success of the business firm and on the larger cultural, social, and ethical environment in which it exists. Case studies, role playing, group dynamics, and guest lectures will be used. Prerequisites: Senior; completion of Management core.

MGMT 1951 SENIOR PROJECT FOR ACCOUNTING

3 cr.

MATHEMATICS

Note: Students will be placed in the appropriate mathematics course. Placement will be determined by the student’s major, previous work in mathematics (including grades), SAT scores in mathematics, or by scores on the diagnostic/placement examination in mathematics.

MATH 0010 COLLEGE ALGEBRA PART 1	1.5 cr.
First of a two course sequence which covers the topics of linear equations and inequalities and their graphs, quadratic equations and their graphs, and systems of equations and their graphs. This course is intended for students who need to learn elementary algebra over an extended period of time. Prerequisite: None.

MATH 0031 ALGEBRA	3 cr.
Designed to help students with weak mathematical backgrounds learn algebra so that they may continue on to calculus and majors in the sciences and business/economics. Prerequisite: MATH 6000 with C- or better or placement.

MATH 0050 MATH OPERATIONS AND FUNCTIONS

3 cr.

Covers a wide variety of important areas in mathematics. Patterns, problem solving, logical reasoning, probability, and data analysis are studied so students learn to communicate mathematical ideas effectively. Ways to represent different types of numbers and the operations and relationships between them are explored with computational algorithms, estimation techniques, and some use of calculators. Mathematical concepts, functions, and introductory geometry and trigonometry are explored with manipulative. Prerequisite: None.

MATH 0080 FUNDAMENTALS OF MODERN MATH	3 cr.
Designed primarily for students whose interests lie outside the natural sciences. It emphasizes problem solving approaches common to many mathematical areas. Topics include geometry, measurement, probability, and statistics. The prerequisite can be met by placement. Prerequisite: MATH 6000 with C- or better or placement.

MATH 0100 PREPARATION FOR BUSINESS CALCULUS

3 cr.

Increase and reinforce the student's algebra skills by emphasizing the manipulation of formulas, the graphing of functions and the extensive use of problem solving. Topics include: an algebra review, functions and their graphs, systems of linear equations and inequalities, linear programming, interests and annuities, probability, data description, limits and continuity. Prerequisite: MATH 0031 with C- or better or placement.

MATH 0120 BUSINESS CALCULUS	3 cr.
Introduces the basic concepts of limits, continuity, differentiation, integration, maximization and minimization. Applications to the social sciences, especially business and economics, are stressed. Prerequisite: MATH 0100 or MATH 0200 with C- or better or placement.

MATH 0200 PREPARATION FOR SCIENTIFIC CALCULUS	3 cr.
A variety of topics are studied: functions, rational functions, logarithmic and exponential functions, graphs, asymptotes, inverse, conic sections, translation and rotation of axes, trigonometric identities and equations, and possibly vectors. Prerequisite: MATH 0031 with C- or better or placement.

MATH 0220 ANALYTIC GEOMETRY AND CALCULUS 1	1 cr.
First of a sequence of three basic calculus courses. It covers the derivative and integral of functions of one variable and their applications. Prerequisite: MATH 0200 with C- or better or placement.

MATH 0230 ANALYTIC GEOMETRY AND CALCULUS 2	3 cr.
Second of a sequence of three basic calculus courses. It covers the calculus of transcendental functions, techniques of integration, series of numbers and functions, polar coordinates, and conic sections. Prerequisite: MATH 0220 with C- or better.

MATH 0240 ANALYTIC GEOMETRY AND CALCULUS 3	3 cr.
Third of a sequence of three basic calculus courses. It covers vectors and surfaces in space and the calculus of functions of several variables including partial derivatives and multiple integrals, stokes theorem, and first order differential equations. Prerequisite: MATH 0230 with C- or better.

MATH 0400 DISCRETE MATHEMATICAL STRUCTURES	3 cr.
Course covers the basic concepts of set theory, logic, combinatorics, Boolean algebra, and graph theory with an orientation toward applications. Prerequisite: MATH 0200.

MATH 0413 INTRODUCTION TO THEORETICALMATHEMATICS	3 cr.
Introduction to the theoretical treatment of sets, functions, relations, numbers, sequences, and limits. Class work and homework concentrate on reading andwriting of proofs of theorems centered on these topics. Prerequisite: MATH 0220.

MATH 0420 INTRODUCTION THEORY 1-VARIABLE CALCULUS	3 cr.
Provides a careful treatment of the theoretical concepts of limit, continuity, derivative, integral, and infinite series. Prerequisites: MATH 0240, MATH 0413.

MATH 0430 INTRODUCTION TO ABSTRACT ALGEBRAIC SYSTEMS	3 cr.
Introduces the student to abstract algebraic concepts, rings, integral domains, fields, integers, rational, real and complex numbers, and polynomials. Many examples will be presented during class and in the homework to help students, who are expected to enhance their proof-writing techniques. Prerequisite: MATH 0413.

MATH 1070 NUMERICAL MATHEMATICS ANALYSIS

3 cr.

This course, with math 1080 forms a two term introduction to numerical analysis at the advanced undergraduate level and includes interpolation, numerical differentiation and integration, solution of non-linear equations, numerical solution of systems or ordinary differential equations, and additional topics as time permits. Emphasis is on understanding the algorithms rather than on detailed coding, although some programming will be required. Prerequisites: CS 0402; MATH 0240.

MATH 1100 LINEAR PROGRAMMING	3 cr.
Topics covered will include general linear programming problems, the simplex method, duality, revised simplex method, and the transportation problem. Prerequisite: MATH 1180.

MATH 1110 INDUSTRIAL NUMERICAL ANALYSIS	3 cr.
Numerical solution of types of problems that arise in an industrial environment. Includes physical interpretation of a mathematical model, use of library software, preparation of software, analysis of results, and reporting of findings. Prerequisite: MATH 1070.

MATH 1180 LINEAR ALGEBRA 1	3 cr.
Stresses the theoretical and rigorous development of linear algebra. Major topics include the theory of vector spaces, linear transformations, matrices, characteristic polynomials, bases and canonical forms. Other topics may be covered as time permits. Prerequisite: MATH 0240.

MATH 1230 THE BIG IDEAS OF MATHEMATICS

3 cr.

Intended to provide a capstone type experience for math majors. It will integrate the student’s current math knowledge into a coherent whole via the adoption of a historical perspective. It is particularly aimed at math majors with an interest in math education or the history, philosophy and psychology of mathematics. Students opting for the optional internship, math 1231, will explore how the historical development of math relates to the math in the secondary school. The capstone experience will culminate with a research project and presentation. Prerequisite: None.

MATH 1270 ORDINARY DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS 1

3 cr.

Covers methods of solving ordinary differential equations which are frequently encountered in applications. General methods will be taught for single n-th order equations, and systems of first order nonlinear equations. This will include phase plane methods and stability analysis. Computer experimentation will be used to illustrate the behavior of solutions of various equations. Prerequisites: MATH 0240, MATH 1180.

MATH 1290 TOPICS IN GEOMETRY	3 cr.
Intended to give a "modern" view of geometry. Possible approaches include (1) the connection of geometries to abstract algebraic systems and (2) the deductive, synthetic development of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometry. Prerequisite: MATH 0413.

MATH 1360 MODELING IN APPLIED MATH 1	3 cr.
Introduction to the fundamental approaches of applied mathematics. The emphasis is on the model- building process and on developing an understanding of some of the unifying themes of applied mathematics such as equilibria, stability, conservation laws, perturbation techniques, etc. Material is presented in case studies. Prerequisite: MATH 0250 or MATH 1270.

MATH 1530 ADVANCED CALCULUS 1	3 cr.
Contains a rigorous development of the calculus of functions of a single variable, including compactness on the real line, continuity, differentiability, integration, and the uniform convergence of sequences and series of functions. Other topics may be included, such as the notion of limits and continuity in metric spaces. Prerequisite: MATH 0420.

MATH 1550 VECTOR ANALYSIS AND APPLICATIONS	3 cr.
Topics covered include: vector algebra, vector differentiation and integration, divergence, gradient, curl, the theorems of green, gauss and stokes, and curvilinear coordinate systems. There will be an emphasis upon problem solving and applications in electromagnetic theory and fluid flow. Prerequisite: MATH 0250 or MATH 1180.

MATH 1560 COMPLEX VARIABLES AND APPLICATIONS	3 cr.
Covers the following topics: elementary operations with complex numbers, derivatives, integrals, Cauchy's theorem and consequences such as the integral formula, power series, residue theorem, applications to real integrals and series. Prerequisite: MATH 0240 or MATH 0420.

MATH 1902 DIRECTED STUDY	1-3 cr.
Under the direction of a faculty member, a student studies a mutually agreed upon topic in mathematics. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

MATH 1951 SENIOR RESEARCH I	1 cr.
Covers math modeling, literature search, a preliminary proposal of a research topic, data collection, and data analysis. Prerequisite: Instructor Consent Required.

MATH 1952 SENIOR RESEARCH	2 cr.
Continuation of MATH 1951 and will include preparing a research paper, preliminary and final drafts of a research paper, and presenting a research paper. Prerequisite: Instructor Consent Required.

MATH 1955 UNDERGRADUTE TEACHING INTERNSHIP	1-3 cr.
Teaching assistantship opportunities in Mathematics. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

MATH 6000 COLLEGE PREPARATORY MATHEMATICS	1 cr.
Intended to impart basic skills in arithmetic needed for college algebra. Topics include the arithmetic of integers and fractions, laws of exponents, and word problems. Prerequisite: None.

MILITARY SCIENCE

MILS 0011 INTRODUCTION TO MILITARY LEADERSHIP	1 cr.
Offered during the fall term. This freshman course is an introduction to Army ROTC. Course instruction includes survival techniques, first aid, wear of the military uniform and organization, role and branches of the U.S. Army.

MILS 0012 FOUNDATIONS OF LEADERSHIP	1 cr.
Offered during the spring term. This freshman course is an introduction to Army ROTC. Course instruction includes leadership and management, drill and ceremonies, land navigation, basic, pistol/rifle marksmanship and organization and role of the U.S. Army Reserve and National Guard units.

MILS 0021 LEADERSHIP DYNAMICS AND APPLICATIONS	1 cr.
Offered during the fall term. This sophomore course is an introduction to Army ROTC. Course instruction includes the total Army concept, Army rank and structure, leadership and management, land navigation and drill and ceremonies.

MILS 0022 APPLICATIONS OF LEADERSHIP AND COMBAT POWER	1 cr.
Offered during the spring term. This sophomore course is an introduction to Army ROTC. Course instruction includes group communication, decision making and problem solving techniques, military history, leadership and management and land navigation.

MILS 1031 BASIC LEADERSHIP PLANNING - COMBAT OPERATION	1 cr.
Offered during the fall term. This junior course prepares the ArmyROTC student for commissioning into theU.S.Army as a second lieutenant. Course instruction is coupled with practical exercises in tactical and technical military subjects with particular emphasis on leadership development, problem solving and decision making.

MILS 1032 ADVANCED LEADERSHIP PLANNING - COMBAT OPERATION	1 cr.
Offered during the spring term. This junior course prepares the Army ROTC student for commissioning into the U.S. Army as a second lieutenant. Course instruction is coupled with practical exercises in tactical and technical military subjects with particular emphasis on leadership development, problem solving and decision making.

MUSIC

MUSIC 0121 BASIC MUSICIANSHIP: CLASSICAL PIANO

3 cr.

This course in basic musicianship provides non-music majors with keyboard skills while introducing them to basics of music theory. Course content includes scales, intervals, chords, and simple analysis. The course prepares students to transpose and sight read. Students will also be expected to take melodic dictation. Electronic pianos are used in class and are available for daily practice. Prerequisite: None.

MUSIC 0206 CHAMBER SINGERS

0.5-3 cr.

MUSIC 0211 INTRODUCTION TO WESTERN ART MUSIC	3 cr.
Presents the historical unfolding of the major achievements of music in western culture from Gregorian chant to the twentieth century. The course assumes no ability to read musical score; the emphasis is on developing intelligent and creative listening skills. Prerequisite: None.

MUSIC 0222 HISTORY OF WESTERN MUSIC TO 1750	3 cr.
A study of selected master works or western art music in a historical context from Gregorian chant through Johann Sebastian Bach. Emphasis is on musical understanding through critical listening, score study, and lectures. Prerequisite: None.

MUSIC 0234 HISTORY OF THE SYMPHONY	3 cr.
Introduces students to the development of the symphony from its origins to the present. Students study individual symphonic compositions from both historical and analytical viewpoints. Topics covered include changes in instrumentation, harmony, formal design, as well as, the changing place of the genre in concert life. Prerequisite: None.

MUSIC 0242 MAJOR COMPOSER	3 cr.
Examines the life and works of a major figure in western art music. The content of the course changes, but it emphasizes music in its historical and cultural contexts, as well as individual genres and styles. Prerequisite: None.

MUSIC 0411 THEORY 1	3 cr.
Introduces the principles and practice of diatonic harmony and voice leading, through a study of works by leading composers of the 18th and 19th centuries. Prerequisite: None.

MUSIC 0610 UPG CHORALE	3 cr.
The study and performance of traditional and contemporary choral works. Prerequisite: None.

MUSIC 0800 HISTORY OF AMERICAN POPULAR MUSIC

3 cr.

Examines those musical styles that are uniquely American and are the result of this country's incredible ethnic diversity. While some forms of American art music are examined (such as symphonic music and opera), the focus of the course is on more popular genres, including folk, blues, jazz, gospel, musical theater, and rock (up to and including today's popular forms). In addition to examining the technical attributes of each of those styles, the course explores their cultural and musical origins and impact. Prerequisite: None.

MUSIC 0845 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MUSIC	3 cr.
Topics will be chosen by the instructor for each subsequent time the course is offered. Allows students to do in-depth exploration of a given topics. Prerequisite: None.

MUSIC 0896 MUSIC AND FILM	3 cr.
Introductory course, designed for non-majors with no previous background in music or film studies, examines music within the context of film, instructing students how to listen and think critically about the music and its relationship to the moving image and narrative. Prerequisite: Sophomore.

MUSIC 1396 MUSIC IN SOCIETY

3 cr.

Multi-perspective humanities study of musical activity in the United States. It draws on techniques and perspectives of historical studies, ethnology, music business, and professional concerns to develop a cultural and historical understanding of music in American life. The course focuses on the types of organizations and environments in which music occurs, and the function of the music in the lives of the participants. Prerequisite: Sophomore.

MUSIC 1901 INDEPENDENT STUDY	1-3 cr.
Elected by students who are making significant use of university resources in an independent project not related to any regularly offered course. The project is often off campus, but with some guidance from sponsoring faculty member(s). Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

MUSIC 1955 INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTS CAPSTONE	3 cr.
Prerequisites: Senior; HAA 0010, HAA 1010; MUSIC 0211, MUSIC 0411; THEA 0104 and (THEA 0805 or THEA 0806).

NATURAL SCIENCE

NATSC 0040 BIG IDEAS IN SCIENCE

3 cr.

Provides an introduction to scientific discovery, scientific methodology and the social implications of science through a discussion of major scientific concepts including the atom, the periodic table, the Big Bang, plate tectonics and evolution. Uses inquiry-based methods of instruction and will provide ample opportunities for student discussion, presentation and scientific writing. Prerequisite: None.

NATSC 0050 NATURAL SCIENCE 1

4 cr.

Intended to acquaint nonscience majors with basic concepts that are important to an understanding of various natural, physical, and biological processes. Scientific principles and methodology are introduced through the integration of information from three key disciplines: biology, chemistry, and physics. The traditional lecture presentation is supplemented and enhanced by current relevant technological instructional aids. Prerequisite: None.

NATSC 0070 PHYSICAL SICENCE FOR EVERYDAY THINKING

4 cr.

Inquiry based course intended for the non-science major. Topics include motion, energy, light, circuits, forces, magnetism, electric charge, gravity, the small particle model, pressure, temperature, gases, density, chemical and physical changes, the atom and the periodic table. Additional activities will focus on the process of how students, children and scientists learn science. Prerequisite: None.

NATSC 0250 NATURAL SCIENCE 2

3 cr.

The second course of a two-course sequence for nonscience majors. Involves students with the analysis of various contemporary problems using methods that integrate information from three key disciplines: biology, chemistry, and physics. The specific problems analyzed may vary from term to term. The traditional lecture presentation is supplemented and enhanced by relevant technological instructional aids. Prerequisite: None.

NATSC 0255 THE MILKY WAY GALAXY	4 cr.
Intended for non-science majors interested in the study of the Milky Way Galaxy. Examines our sun and the solar system, as well as, all major astronomical aspects of the galaxy itself and of the celestial bodies within it. Students are required to attend at least one evening outdoor viewing session on campus. Prerequisite: None.

NATSC 0300 VILLAGE SEMINAR IN THE NATURAL SCIENCES	3 cr.
Aspecial topics course designed to give members in one of the academic villages an opportunity to take a course that provides an interdisciplinary perspective on a contemporary issue. Team-taught by faculty from different disciplines with expertise on the current topic. Prerequisite: Instructor Consent Required.

PHILOSOPHY

PHIL 0080 INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHICAL PROBLEMS	3 cr.
An introduction to some classical problems of philosophy. Topics vary, but might include skepticism, free will, the existence of god, and the justification of ethical beliefs. Perequisite: None.

PHIL 0200 HISTORY OF ANCIENT PHILOSOPHY	3 cr.
Introduces students to some of the main achievements and leading ideas of ancient Greek philosophy up to classical times. Emphasis will be on understanding and evaluating the arguments and ideas of the Greek philosophical tradition. Prerequisite: None.

PHIL 0210 HISTORY OF MODERN PHILOSOPHY	3 cr.
An introduction to the philosophical period from Descartes through Kant. Special attention is given to at least one rationalist, one empiricist, and Kant. Prerequisite: None.

PHIL 0220 INTRODUCTION TO EXISTENTIALISM	3 cr.
Explores the central existentialism question of how to be a genuine individual or self through reading of several major authors, such as Pascal, Kierkegaard, Dostoyevsky, Nietzsche, and Sartre. Prerequisite: None.

PHIL 0300 INTRODUCTION TO ETHICS	3 cr.
Considers the question of one fundamental moral principle - right and wrong. The results are applied to moral problems of serious interest today. Prerequisite: None.

PHIL 0320 SOCIAL PHILOSOPHY	3 cr.
An introduction to some traditional philosophical perspectives on the nature of society. Philosophers studied might include Plato, Hobbes, Marx, and twentieth-century social theorists. Prerequisite: None.

PHIL 0365 MORAL PHILOSOPHY AND THE LAW	3 cr.
An exploration of moral perspectives on the law via an examination of such questions as the following: does law have a moral basis or justification? Is there a moral duty to obey the law? Are there objective standards of conduct that are morally binding on everyone? Is it morally proper to use the law in an attempt to coerce moral behavior? Prerequisite: None.

PHIL 0470 PHILOSOPHY OF RELIGION	3 cr.
A critical examination of the rationality of faith in the existence of god. Traditional arguments both for and against the existence of god are considered, along with pragmatic justifications of faith based upon its beneficial consequences. Prerequisite: None.

PHIL 0500 INTRODUCTION TO LOGIC	3 cr.
An introduction to the concepts and methods of modern deductive logic. Propositional logic is emphasized, but quantificational logic is touched upon. Prerequisite: None.

PHIL 1120 PHILOSOPHY OF FILM & FILM THEORY	3 cr.
Investigates the aesthetic aspects of film and survey important developments in the history of film theory. Topics include film as art, film narrative, the role of the spectator, auteur theory, realism, feminist critique, and film as philosophy. Prerequisite: Any PHIL course.

PHIL 1245 AMERICAN PHILOSOPHY	3 cr.
Surveys major themes in American philosophy, with a concentration on pragmatism. Begins with a study of early thinkers like Thoreau and Emerson, though the majority of the course will be dedicated to the pragmatists: Pierce, Meade, James, and Dewey. Concludes with a look at one or more contemporary pragmatists, like Rorty. Prerequisite: None.

PHIL 1320 TOPICS IN SOCIAL PHILOSOPHY	3 cr.
Advanced undergraduate course concentrates on a few selected philosophical problems concerning the nature of society; the selection will vary from one offering to the course to another. The course may be historical or topical in approach. Prerequisite: None

PHIL 1340 FEMINIST PHILOSOPHY	3 cr.
A comparison of biological, psychological, and economic theories of the nature and causes of the oppression of women. Authors studied might include de Beauvoir, Freud, Marx, Veblen, and Emma Geldman. Prerequisite: Completion of one PHIL course or permission of instructor .

PHIL 1380 BUSINESS ETHICS	3 cr.
This advanced undergraduate course considers a selection of ethical issues that arise in connection with business needs and practices, such as employer-employee relations, truth in advertising, responsibilities to consumers, fair and unfair competitive practices, environmental effects, contractual obligations, liability for damages, and governmental regulation. Prerequisite: None.

PHIL 1460 THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE	3 cr.
This is an advanced undergraduate course in recent and contemporary epistemology. Topics vary somewhat, but generally include many of the following: skepticism, sense data and the myth of the given, induction and confirmation, definition of "knowing-that-p", holism and coherence, the status of common sense, and so on. Prerequisite: Any PHIL course.

PHIL 1640 PHILOSOPHY OF PSYCHOLOGY	3 cr.
This advanced undergraduate course covers such topics as mind-body reductionism, behaviorism, functionalism, cognitivism, and the relation of artificial intelligence research to psychological theory. Prerequisite: Any PHIL course or PSY course.

PHIL 1890 ISSUES IN PHILOSOPHY (VARIOUS)	3 cr.
This intensive, advanced-level seminar is reserved for special philosophical topics that do not fit standard course-catalog categories. Issues discussed vary from year to year, but tend to be narrowly focused and specialized. Prerequisites: Junior; any PHIL course or ENGCMP 0020.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

PEDC 0310 HEALTH SCIENCE	3 cr.
Explores major physical and mental health issues including the physiological process underlying these health concerns and risk reduction strategies. Topics include discussion of numerous infectious vs. non-infectious diseases, physiology of stress, science of nutrition and weight control, and the physiological effects of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco .Prerequisite: None.

PHYSICS

PHYSICS PHYS 0110 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICS	3 cr.
This is the first term of a two-term, algebra-based sequence in introductory physics. This term deals with mechanics, heat and thermodynamics, and waves. Prerequisite: MATH 0031 (Min Grade C-).

PHYS 0111 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICS 2	3 cr.
This is the second term of a two-term, algebra-based sequence in introductory physics. This term deals with electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Prerequisite: PHYS 0110.

PHYS 0174 BASIC PHYSICAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING 1	4 cr.
This first part of a two-term sequence (Phys 0174, Phys 0175) introduces students to the basic principles of mechanics. An effort has been made to achieve a better integration of physics with the first term of calculus, engineering, and chemistry. The theory of waves and the kinetic theory of gases will be discussed. Prerequisite: None.

PHYS 0175 BASIC PHYSICAL SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING 2	4 cr.
This second part of a two-term sequence (Phys 0174, Phys 0175) introduces students to the basic principles of physics. An effort has been made to achieve a better integration of physics with the second term of calculus, engineering, and chemistry. Modern physics (special relativity, elementary quantum mechanics, and atomic structure) will be discussed. Prerequisite: PHYS 0174.

PHYS 0212 INTRODUCTION TO LABORATORY PHYSICS	2 cr.
Laboratory component of the PHYS 0110-0111 sequence. Prerequisite: PHYS 0111.

POLITICAL SCIENCE

PS 0200 AMERICAN POLITICAL PROCESS

3 cr.

Designed to provide students with a basic working knowledge of the basic goals of the constitutional framers, giving students an understanding of the purposes of the American political system; the essential structures (or institutions) within the American political system, the behavior (broadly defined) of the actors within the American political system, the purpose and performance of the linkage institutions in the united states (possibly including political parties, elections, and interest groups); and the types of policies that are often produced by a system with the characteristics of those found in the united states. Depending on the interests, area of expertise, and inclinations of the particular instructor, some of these may be emphasized more heavily than others. Prerequisite: None.

PS 0211 AMERICAN SYSTEM OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE

3 cr.

Examines the structure and function of the American criminal justice system. Subject matter involves an examination of criminal procedure as it has been established by the U.S. Constitution, state constitutions, and judicial interpretations. Case law and the manner in which case law shapes the work activities of criminal justice professionals are emphasized. Critical issues in criminal justice are also examined (alternatives to incarceration, victims' rights, and others). Prerequisite: None.

PS 0300 COMPARATIVE POLITICS

3 cr.

Provides students with basic information about a range of political systems outside the United States and teaches them to use that information to examine major theories about politics. The course is also designed to help students understand the government and the politics of the united states in comparative perspective and to develop some understanding of comparative methodology and the logic of comparison as a social science method. Depending on the interests, area of expertise, and inclinations of the particular instructor, some regions and topics might be emphasized more heavily than others. Prerequisite: None.

PS 0500 WORLD POLITICS

3 cr.

Aims to increase students' knowledge of the history of the modern state system and, in particular, political developments during the past few decades. It introduces students to basic concepts and analytic frameworks that political scientists employ to understand world politics, enhancing students' knowledge of international institutions that play important roles in world politics and exploring current issues in world affairs relating to human welfare and security. Depending on the interests, area of expertise, and inclinations of the particular instructor, some of these may be emphasized more heavily than others. Prerequisite: None.

PS 0600 POLITICAL THEORY AND ANALYSIS

3 cr.

Designed to introduce students to the idea of normative political theory and to important authors and concepts in the western political theory tradition. Students will learn to understand both historical and contemporary debates surrounding important political concepts such as authority, justice, liberty, and democracy, and to appreciate the differences among normative, empirical, logical, and faith-based political claims. Students will learn to read critically and analytically, to make simple normative arguments, and to explain the specific role of normative arguments in political science and political life. Depending on the interests, area of expertise, and inclinations of the particular instructor, some of these may be emphasized more heavily than others. Prerequisite: None.

PS 1201 CONSTITUTION AND CIVIL LIBERTIES	3 cr.
Explores major topics in the area of civil liberties and civil rights which have concerned the Supreme Court in recent years and which have provoked extensive political and social controversy. Examples include decisions about discrimination, privacy, freedom of speech and assembly, and conflicts between freedom of the press and a fair trial. Prerequisite: None.

PS 1202 AMERICAN CONSTITUTIONAL LAW

3 cr.

A study of the interpretation of the constitution by the Supreme Court and of the place of the court in the American political system. Topics include the development of judicial review, civil and political rights, national and state powers over the economy, and the powers of the president. Major emphasis is given to the courts policymaking roles and to its decisions in the area of civil liberties and rights. Prerequisite: None.

PS 1210 RELIGION AND POLITICS

3 cr.

Religion and politics both wrestle with issues of justice, power, authority and liberty, and both offer to serve as sources of meaning in our lives. Inevitably then, religion and politics are intimately entwined. In the United States, the most religious and religiously diverse nation in the world, founded by a religious people seeking religious liberty, religion plays prominently in politics and political culture and politics strongly influences religious belief and practice. Explores the intermingling of religion and politics. Prerequisite: PS 0200 or PS 0300 or PS 0600.

PS 1211 LEGISLATIVE PROCESS

3 cr.

Provides an analysis of the legislative process in modern democracies with primary attention devoted to the legislative process in the United States. The history and meaning of representation is analyzed as is the behavior of participants in the legislative process. The impact of social-economic forces on decision-making in the United States is studied as are the roles of interest groups, political parties, the executive branch, and the judiciary. Prerequisite: PS 0200 or PS 0300.

PS 1212 AMERICAN PRESIDENCY

3 cr.

Provides an analysis of presidential leadership in the United States. The first part of the course deals with factors helping to explain presidential leadership: how presidents are nominated and elected, the constitutional framework within which the presidency operates, presidential relations with the bureaucracy, and presidential personality. This framework is then used for an intensive analysis of presidential leadership in foreign and domestic policy. Prerequisite: PS 0200 or PS 0300.

PS 1231 POLITICAL PARTIES AND ELECTIONS

3 cr.

Examines the organization and character of American political parties, the impact of environmental factors on party processes and behavior, patterns of party competition, and the role of parties in shaping public policy and in providing a linkage between public and government. Attention is also given to the political behavior of the American public. Recent changes in the organization of party institutions are examined. Prerequisite: PS 0200 or PS 0300.

PS 1234 ELECTORAL BEHAVIOR AND DEMOCRATIC PROCESS	3 cr.
Examines the factors that affect national electoral outcomes in the U.S. Prerequisite: PS 0200 or PS 0300.

PS 1252 STATE GOVERNMENT	3 cr.
Survey political processes and public policy outcomes in the fifty American states. Policy areas to be covered include the environment, era, taxation, crime and law enforcement, and welfare. Prerequisite: PS 0200 or PS 0300.

PS 1261 AMERICAN PUBLIC POLICY	3 cr.
Focuses on a variety of public policy issues. The issues may include social welfare programs, management of the economy, governmental regulation of business activities, environmental programs, urban problems, civil rights, civil liberties, crime control, and foreign policy. Prerequisite: PS 0200 or PS 0300.

PS 1314 GERMAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS	3 cr.
Focuses on political and socioeconomic developments in West Germany since World War II. Students study the workings of political institutions and the formulations of public policies in the context of recent history. Prerequisite: PS 0300 or PS 0500 or GEOG 0101 or HIST 0101 or HIST 0180 or HIST 1367.

PS 1318 EUROPEAN GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS	3 cr.
Encompasses the comparative study of the political systems of Western Europe including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Poland, and Scandinavia. The primary themes will include political development and institutions, security, European integration, political culture, political economy, and democratization. Prerequisite: PS 0300 or PS 0500.

PS 1321 LATIN AMERICAN POLITICS	3 cr.
A basic introduction to the dynamics of government in Latin America. The course examines the main political issues of contemporary Latin America, the major forms of government in the region and the ways in which social groups and classes participate in politics. Prerequisite: HIST 0101 or HIST 0180 or HIST 0500 or HIST 0501 or GEOG 0101 or PS 0300 or PS 0500.

PS 1370 SPECIAL TOPICS	3 cr.
Current topics of particular sociological interest. Topics covered vary with instructor and term. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

PS 1503 INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION	3 cr.
Focus on nongovernmental as well as intergovernmental organization, and will be concerned with the economic as well as the political aspects of such organization. Throughout the course, international organization will be approached as an arena for both conflict and cooperation. Prerequisite: PS 0300 or PS 0500.

PS 1511 AMERICAN FOREIGN POLICY	3 cr.
An introduction to us foreign policy since 1945. Emphasizes soviet American relations, Sino-American relations, foreign economic policy and defense policy. Fast breaking current crises related to themes in the course are examined in group discussion. Case studies show how foreign policy is made. Prerequisite: PS 0200 or PS 0300 or PS 0500 or GEOG 0101 or HIST 0600 and HIST 0601.

PS 1531 NATIONAL SECURITY POLICY

3 cr.

National security is becoming a crucial issue with an impact both in the international system and in the domestic environment. Discusses the different approaches to national security and the policies through which they have been implemented. Includes military buildup, political and military alliances, and military and economic aid. Emphasizes the policies pursued in the last decade and their political and economic consequences. Prerequisite: PS 0300 or PS 0500.

PS 1541 POLITICS OF GLOBAL ECONOMIC RELATIONS	3 cr.
Topics covered include international trade, international monetary relations, direct foreign investment by multi-national firms, commodity politics (OPEC) and the new international economic order. These issues will be analyzed in terms of liberal economic, neo-Marxian, and "mercantilist" orientations to international political economy. Prerequisite: PS 0300 or PS 0500.

PS 1601 POLITICAL THEORY: PLATO TOMACHIAVELLI	3 cr.
Surveys the work of major thinkers in the western political tradition from ancient Greece through the Middle Ages, such as Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, Aquinas, and others. Prerequisite: PS 0600.

PS 1602 EARLY MODERN AND ENLIGHTENMENT POLITICAL THOUGHT	3 cr.
Surveys the work of major thinkers in the western political tradition from the early modern period through the enlightenment, such as Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Burke. Prerequisite: PS 0600.

PS 1603 MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY POLITICAL THOUGHT	3 cr.
Surveys the work of major thinkers in the western political tradition from the French Revolution to the present, such as Bentham, Mill, Marx, Tocqueville, Weber, Rawls, and Habernas. Prerequisite: PS 0600.

PS 1607 AMERICAN POLITICAL THOUGHT	3 cr.
Provides a survey of American political thinking from the founding to the present. Prerequisite: PS 0200 or PS 0600.

PS 1611 LIBERALISM AND DEMOCRACY	3 cr.
We shall attempt to think critically about liberalism and democracy, by means of conducting an historical and analytical examination of these concepts, with a special emphasis on contemporary criticisms of democratic capitalism. Prerequisite: PS 0600.

PS 1629 TOPICS IN POLITICAL THEORY	3 cr.
Focuses intensely on a specific topic or problem in political theory; topics vary by instructor and term. Prerequisite: PS 0600.

PS 1836 POLITICS THROUGH FILM

3 cr.

This course is about political power, authority, leadership, ideology, and revolution. We consider what they are, their different manifestations, how they work, their consequences, and how these have been portrayed on film. This is not so much a course on film, as it is a course about politics and issues of political theory and political morality as portrayed on film. We will use major commercial films and documentaries as case studies to explore some of the most fundamental issues of politics. Prerequisite: PS 0200 or PS 0300 or PS 0500 or PS 0600.

PS 1955 POLITICAL SCIENCE CAPSTONE	3 cr.
Capstone course for senior Political Science majors. Prerequisites: Senior.

PSYCHOLOGY

PSY 0010 INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY

3 cr.

Summary of our present knowledge in fundamental areas of learning, sensation and perception, biological basis of behavior, developmental patterns, motivation, emotion, personality and adjustment, and measurement of behavior. Information and concepts are applied to problems in understanding human behavior. Additional out-of-class experiments or an equivalent research paper are a part of the course. Prerequisite: None.

PSY 0022 INTRODUCTION TO EXISTENTIALISM	3 cr.
Introductory level course explores the central existentialist question of how to be a genuine individual or self through readings of several major authors, such as Pascal, Kierkegaard, Dostoevsky, Nietzsche, and Sartre. Prerequisite: None.

PSY 0032 RESEARCH METHODS1	3 cr.
Laboratory course dealing with research methods in the study of behavior, with particular attention toward understanding individual social behavior. Offers a combination of field and lab research. Prerequisite: STAT 0200.

PSY 0105 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIALPSYCHOLOGY

3 cr.

An overview of social psychology. The scientific study of how one person's behavior and/or characteristics can influence the thoughts, feelings and behaviors of others. Topics covered include social perception, attitude formation and change; prejudice and discrimination; altruism and aggression; cooperation, competition, and bargaining; group decision making, leadership; and environmental effects on behavior. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 0160 PSYCHOLOGY OF PERSONALITY	3 cr.
Survey of major approaches to the study of personality, focusing on their relative abilities to provide coherent explanations for individual behavior. Issues involved in the assessment of personality will also be discussed and several assessment procedures evaluated. Recent research in personality psychology is reviewed and analyzed. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 0310 DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY	3 cr.
Focuses on development of the child from birth to adolescence, the current theory and research concerning social, emotional, intellectual, perceptual and language development. The organization of the course is topical. Coverage is confined to normal development; what develops, how and why in the average child. Little attention to abnormal development. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 0330 EXPERIMENTAL CHILD PSYCHOLOGY

3 cr.

Introduces students to the scientific basis of theories and issues in child and developmental psychology. Students will learn about and apply basic methods of research in child development, including conducting a study and writing it up according to American Psychological Association (APA) style. Primarily organized around the child's cognitive development, but other topics will be discussed as well. Prerequisites: PSY 0010; PSY 0310.

PSY 0402 EXPERIMENTAL LEARNING	3 cr.
A laboratory course introducing surveys, concepts and phenomena in animal learning and behavior modification. Topics include: conditioning, extinction, discrimination, and cognitive-behavioral techniques. Individual behavior modification projects and lab reports required. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 0410 HUMAN COGNITION	3 cr.
Introduces students to theory and research regarding human cognition. Topics covered include how humans sense, perceive, and attend to objects in the environment; remember certain stimuli, events, and skills; form concepts; and learn and solve problems. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 0505 INTRODUCTION TO BIOPSYCHOLOGY

3 cr.

Survey course in which the biological bases of certain classes of behavior are explored. The behaviors studied are limb movement, sleep and wakefulness, feeding, sexual behavior and learning and memory. Each of these behaviors is considered from the point of view of which brain structures and which neurotransmitters are involved in the production of that behavior. Emphasis is also placed on experimental techniques used to obtain relevant data and on the type of inferences which can be made from these experiments. Prerequisite: PSY 0010 or any intro BIOSC course.

PSY 0680 INTRODUCTION TO INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY	3 cr.
A survey course of contemporary practice in the field of industrial psychology. Principal topics include employee selection, testing, performance appraisal, training and development, leadership, work motivation, organizational psychology, conditions at work, engineering psychology, employee safety and health, consumer and marketing psychology. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 1001 INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY	3 cr.
Survey of current problems in education which psychological theory and research can address. Topics include developmental approaches to teaching, educational applications of learning theory, classroom management, and testing strategies for teachers. Prerequisite: PSY 0010

PSY 1025 TESTS AND MEASUREMENT

3 cr.

Reviews representative examples of current psychological tests and covers, in some detail, the nature of psychological measurement and the elements of test theory and test construction. Topics covered include item analysis, item selection techniques, reliability, validity and validation procedures, standardization and norming, and the conceptual problems in test interpretation. Prerequisites: PSY 0010 and STAT 0200 or STAT 1131 or MGMT 0024.

PSY 1035 DRUGS AND BEHAVIOR	3 cr.
Examines the influence of drugs on the brain and behavior. Topics covered include the influence of drugs on brain functioning, the use of drugs to treat psychological abnormalities (e.g., schizophrenia, depression), and theories of drug addiction. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 1055 HUMAN FACTORS IN SYSTEM DESIGN	3 cr.
Human-machine designs with special emphasis on human computer interaction. Analyzes creation and improvement of equipment and environment to be compatible with human capabilities and expectations. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 1089 THE CREATIVE PROCESS	3 cr.
Interweaves the theoretical and psychological perspectives of the creative process with the experiences, work and words of both painters and poets. Master articulations of psychological theories and artistic experiential models inform the lectures, workshop and guest appearances. Prerequisites: PSY 0010; at least one ENGWRT course.

PSY 1110 PSYCHOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF HUMAN SEXUALITY	3 cr.
Presents a social-psychological and psycho-biological orientation towards the study of human sexuality. Current research is emphasized. Topics such as sexual attitudes, hormones and behavior, changing sexual behavior, sex education, gender-role development, alternative forms of sexual expression, and violence and sex are covered. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 1114 LEGAL PSYCHOLOGY

3 cr.

Psychological theory and research has historically been relevant to the legal policy and judicial decision-making. Although the legal system frequently ignored much of this research throughout the 20th century, the 21st century has seen a dramatic increase in the application of psycho-legal research within the legal system. Recognizing the burgeoning field of Legal Psychology, the purpose of this course is to illuminate the interaction between psychology and the legal system. Due to legal psychology’s emphasis of integrating research with practice, this course covers a myriad of psychological research areas that have a direct bearing on the legal system, including: eyewitness testimony and identification, profiling, interrogations and confessions, jury selection, jury decision-making, competency to stand trial, investigative interviewing, sexual harassment, and punishment, Prerequisite: None.

PSY 1131 GENDER AND MENTAL HEALTH	3 cr.
Explores the experience, origins, and treatment of mental health problems affecting men and women in American society. Examines major approaches to understanding how gender affects mental health and relies on an exploration of personal accounts of illness or personal crisis. Prerequisites: PSY 0010; one other PSY course.

PSY 1205 ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR	3 cr.
Provides an overview of the major issues in the area of mental illness. This course emphasizes the scientific approach to understanding the major psychological and behavioral disorders. The research and clinical literatures regarding the etiology, course and treatment of these disorders will be presented. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 1215 HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY

3 cr.

Provides an introduction to the major questions and methods which have guided the research in health psychology. This field examines the role of psychological and social factors in the development and progression of medical disease. Three main topics are covered: (1) conceptual underpinnings of health psychology, (2) psychosocial factors and specific diseases, and (3) evaluating behavioral medicine interventions. Prerequisites: PSY 0010; one other PSY course.

PSY 1228 EXPERIMENTAL EMOTION AND MOTIVATION

3 cr.

Examines how social, cognitive, and biological factors influence emotions (e.g., fear, pleasure, pain) and motivations (e.g., sex, drugs, food). Students will learn about these topics and the experimental methods used by psychologists examining these issues. Students will then choose a particular area of interest, design and conduct an experiment on that topic, and write up their results according to APA style. Prerequisite: None

PSY 1270 CHILD PSYCHOPATHOLOGY	3 cr.
Considers research and theory which bear on the development of psychological disorders in children. Biological and environmental factors which contribute to childhood disorders are considered with special emphasis on the role of the family. Childhood psychosis, hyperactivity, and depression are studied to illustrate theoretical models and empirical findings. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 1370 FAMILY PSYCHOLOGY	3 cr.
Provides an overview of families, relationships, and marriage and its' variations. Evolving perspectives on the family are considered, as are challenges and opportunities facing contemporary families. Specific topics include sexuality, gender, love, reproduction, parenting, work, uncoupling, and remarriage. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 1403 ADVANCED SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY	3 cr.
Current issues in social psychology (e.g., attitudes, attribution, compliance, aggression). Prerequisites: PSY 0010; PSY 0105.

PSY 1420 PRINCIPLES OF BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS	3 cr.
Examines learning and behavior from a behavior analytic perspective. Students will be introduced to the principles, theories, methods, and applications of the experimental analysis of behavior. Topics include: reinforcement theory, punishment, choice, and self-control. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 1475 APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS

3 cr.

Examines the extension of basic behavioral research to problems of social significance. Among the topics covered are the concepts and terminology of behavior analysis, ethical considerations, and techniques for the collection and display of behavioral data, functional assessment of problem behavior, and the use of behavioral treatments to reduce problem behaviors and promote appropriate behaviors. Also surveyed are areas in which Applied Behavior Analysis has been particularly successful, including autism, self-injurious behaviors, feeding disorders, and developmental disabilities. Prerequisites: PSY 0010, PSY 0402, PSY 1475.

PSY 1485 ADVANDED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS	3 cr.
Interweaves the theoretical and psychological perspectives of the creative process with the experiences, work and words of both painters and poets. Master articulations of psychological theories and artistic experiential models inform the lectures, workshop and guest appearances. Prerequisites: PSY 0010; at least one ENGWRT course.

PSY 1525 NEUROPSYCHOLOGY	3 cr.
Examines the relationship between psychological and brain processes. Topics covered include: (1) environmental and genetic influences on the brain and psychological processes; (2) brain organization, development, and plasticity; and (3) the neural correlates of sensations, perceptions, thoughts, memories, stress, dreams, emotions, and motivations. Prerequisite: PSY 0010.

PSY 1535 SENSATION AND PERCEPTION	3 cr.
Examines the nature of the mechanisms that transform sensory input into our perceptual experience of the world. Topics include: structure and function of sensory system, perception of color, object, motion, etc. Both information-processing and ecological approaches to the study of perception are considered. Prerequisite: PSY 0010 or BIOSC 0170.

PSY 1640 PHILOSOPHY OF PSYCHOLOGY	3 cr.
Advanced undergraduate course covers such topics as mind-body reductionism, behaviorism, functionalism, cognitivism, and the relation of artificial intelligence research to psychological theory. Prerequisite: One course in PHIL or PSY.

PSY 1720 PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDY OF TRAUMA

3 cr.

Advanced course that addresses the importance of both single-blow and chronic forms of trauma, neglect and abuse in mental disorders, and adjustment. Provides an in-depth exploration of current theory and research on trauma; explores controversies or debates in the field surrounding diagnosis and treatment, memory, and selfhood; and encourages exposure to original research and writing in the professional literature. Movies, stories, personal accounts, and images are used to clarify concepts and enhance empathy. The Holocaust is examined as an important example of trauma, remembrance, and healing. Prerequisites: PSY 0010, one other PSY course.

PSY 1820 SPECIAL TOPICS IN PSYCHOLOGY

3 cr.

Advanced course which addresses a special topic of concern in the field of psychology and is taught by an expert in the area. Open to upper-level Psychology majors, intended to permit more in-depth exploration of current theory and research in one area of psychology, to explore controversies or debates in the field and to encourage exposure to original research or professional writing within the professional psychology literature. Prerequisite: None.

PSY 1910 SUPERVISED FIELD PLACEMENT	3 cr.
Field placement experience in Psychology. Prerequisites: Senior; PSY 1205; permission of instructor.

PSY 1912 DIRECTED INDIVIDUAL READING	1-3 cr.
Under special circumstances, Psychology majors can design an individual reading course with a member of the department and in consultation with the graduate advisor. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required

PSY 1913 DIRECTED INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH	3 cr.
Involves student participation in individual experimental research supervised by a member of the department faculty. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

PSY 1920 RESEARCH PRACTICUM	3 cr.
Students work on research projects or the analysis of data, acquiring advanced or practice with literature searching and review procedures, data entry, statistical analysis, article preparation, article submission, etc. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

PSY 1925 SENIOR THESIS

3 cr.

Intended as a capstone offering for all psychology majors, and is designed to give students practice in advanced skills useful for developing a final integrative psychology project. Students will develop competence in each of the following core areas: conducting literature searches on the internet, critically reading journal or research articles, and conducting simple computer data analysis. They will then use these skills and their general training in psychology to develop a final individual or group project. Prerequisites: Senior; PSY 0032 or PSY 0330 or PSY 0402.

PSY 1972 TEACHING OF PSYCHOLOGY	3 cr.
Open only to Psychology majors and is required of all undergraduate students fulfilling the departmental teaching practicum requirement. Prerequisite: Instructor Consent Required.

RELIGIOUS STUDIES

RELGST 0017 OLD TESTAMENT	3 cr.
Introduction to the religion conveyed in the Hebrew scriptures/Old Testament through an historical and literary examination of important narratives, events, and personalities of the scriptures. Prerequisite: None.

RELGST 0105 RELIGIONS OF THE WEST	3 cr.
Introduces students to an understanding and appreciation of the major literary genres including the poem, the drama, the short story, and the novel. A range of types and themes will be examined. Prerequisite: None.

RELGST 0405 RELIGION IN EARLY AMERICA	3 cr.
Survey of American religious history from the colonial period through the civil war. Prerequisite: None.

RELGST 0455 INTRODUCTION TO ISLAMIC CIVILIZATION	3 cr.
Survey of the significance of Islam in world history; its role as a world religion; and its contributions to science, literature and philosophy. Prerequisite: None.

RELGST 1015 ANCIENT & MEDIEVAL CHURCH HISTORY	3 cr.
Survey of the background and development of the Christian church from subapostolic times through the beginnings of the Protestant Reformation. Major developments in the life and thought of the church will be addressed through key persons and events. Prerequisite: None.

RELGST 1025 REFORMATION & MODERN CHURCHHISTORY	3 cr.
Survey of the Christian church history from the reformations of the 16th century to the 20th century. Major developments in the life and thought of the church will be addressed through key persons and events. Prerequisite: None.

RELGST 1105 LIFE AND TEACHINGS OF CHRIST	3 cr.
Study of the person, work, and teachings of Christ as they are presented in the gospels. A survey of modern historical critical investigation regarding dating, miracles, parables, the synoptic problem, and the current state of Jesus research will be included. Prerequisite: None.

RELGST 1116 BOOK OF REVELATION	3 cr.
Examines the contents and the theology of the New Testament book of Revelation in the context of Biblical apocalyptic and prophetic writing. Discussions include the issues of authorship, date of writing, historical context, theological value, literary genre, history of interpretation and systems, and methods of interpretation. Prerequisite: None.

RELGST 1120 ORIGINS OF CHRISTIANITY	3 cr.
Historical investigation of Christian origins against the backdrop of both the Greco-Roman and Jewish worlds. Prerequisite: None.

RELGST 1500 RELIGION IN INDIA 1	3 cr.
Introduction to the religious traditions that have developed in the Indian subcontinent and their role in shaping the cultures of India. Prerequisite: None.

SOCIOLOGY/SOCIAL SCIENCE

SOC 0003 TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIAL CHANGE

3 cr.

To acquaint the student with major sociological concepts, approaches and theories that is applicable to the analysis of the interaction between technology and society. The discussions are organized around three issues: 1. The effects of technology upon various aspects of the social structure and functioning, 2. The social conditions which lead to innovations and the diffusion of innovations throughout society, and 3. Technology assessment and environmental impact statement processes as they bear on current national decisions bearing on technology/society interfaces. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 0009 AMERICAN SOCIETY	3 cr.
Designed around an examination of the country’s traditional goals and ideals. We will explore those national purposes through the writings of major American figures and discuss whether or not the country has fulfilled those purposes. The course also explores the ways that America’s diverse groups and social classes relate to one another. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 0010 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY

3 cr.

Introduces the student to the discipline of sociology, its development, theories, major findings, and to the sociological interpretation of modern society. Emphasis will be given to the importance of careful empirical investigation for the understanding of recent social and cultural changes. Students should be prepared to encounter basic issues in sociological method and in theory; an inclination toward systematic and abstract reasoning will help. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 0020 CRIME, LAW, AND PUBLIC POLICY	3 cr.
Introduction to crime, criminal law, and public policy as it pertains to crime and justice. Subject matter includes an introduction to the study of crime, a description of the source, purpose, and application of the criminal law, and an examination of the interplay of politics, the problem of crime, and the implementation of public policies. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 0145 DRUGS AND SOCIETY

3 cr.

Examines the social implications of the use and abuse of psychoactive substances. Drawing on sociological, psychological, historical, and pharmacological research, questions about individual motivations and consequences, social problems, political and economic issues, and public policy will be explored. The primary focus will be on the United States, but the larger global context will also be considered. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 0150 SOCIAL THEORY	3 cr.
Provide a survey of major developments in sociological theory in recent times. The classic background for these developments is included as part of the course. Lectures, readings and discussions help the student to acquire a grasp of the significance of theoretical analysis in sociology and of basic sociological problems addressed by a variety of theorists.Prerequisite: None.

SOC 0432 WEALTH AND POWER	3 cr.
Interdependence of these two key sociological concepts is discussed in the context of American society. The role of the multi-national corporation as the most important institution in capitalist societies is examined. The pervasive power of some is contrasted with the generalized powerlessness of the majority. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 0455 DIVERSITY IN AMERICA

3 cr.

Introduces students to the concept of culture, allowing them to see how one's culture affects and is affected by living in the United States. The first third of the class will focus on what culture is and allow students to explore their own culture in depth (including assumptions, language use, and world views). The second part of the class will explore the complexities of various cultural groups living in the United States; guest speakers, writings, and videos will be used to study these cultures. The last part of the class will focus on how the cultures and language use affects and are affected by various social institutions, especially schools. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 0471 DEVIANCE AND SOCIAL CONTROL

3 cr.

Raises questions about what is "deviant" and how certain actions and beliefs come to be considered deviant. It also raises questions concerning the social, structural and cultural determinants of the decision to view something as "deviant" and in need of "control". The course explores changes in the definition of behavior which lead the same behaviors to be considered 'sins', 'crimes', 'illnesses', and 'alternative life-styles'. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 0477 MEDICAL SOCIOLOGY

3 cr.

This is a course on socio-cultural aspects of health, illness, disease and (medical) treatment in American society. The historical transformation of American medicine into a powerful sovereign profession with unparalleled authority, autonomy and control over all aspects of health and illness will be examined. On the basis of this historical survey, recent empirical studies of distribution of health, disease and medical care will be examined as well as specific substantive issues and contemporary debates. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 0478 YOUTH AND SOCIETY	3 cr.
Examines the relationship between youth and socio-cultural change that results from the intersection of psychological development and historical circumstances. The course also compares processes of adult socialization and identity transformation with the more familiar processes of childhood socialization. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 0490 MASS MEDIA	3 cr.
Deals with the many faceted roles of mass media in our society and explains how and why the media have achieved their present prominence and influence on our lives. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 0785 IMPERIALISM AND THE UNITED STATES

3 cr.

Focuses on the development and sources of imperialist policy with particular attention to the post-World WarII period. Among the core topics are the growth of foreign investment and loans, the ways those economic activities influence foreign policy and the use of military power, and their affect on the United States economy. We will examine the issue of whether or not imperialism benefits the nation. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 1148 DELINQUENCY AND JUVENILE JUSTICE

3 cr.

Understanding the nature of juvenile delinquency and the treatment of juveniles within the juvenile justice system. The course defines the term, juvenile delinquency, provides overview of theories of delinquency, as well as, risk factors for delinquent behavior. Traces the history of the juvenile justice system and provides an overview of the various dispositions for adjudicated youth. Critical Supreme Court cases, involving juvenile offenders are also considered. Prerequisite: CJ 0002.

SOC 1396 MUSIC IN SOCIETY

3 cr.

Multi-perspective humanities study of musical activity in the United States. Draws on techniques and perspectives of historical studies, ethnology, music business, and professional concerns to develop a cultural and historical understanding of music in American life. Focuses on the types of organizations and environments in which music occurs, and the function of the music in the lives of the participants. Prerequisite: Sophomore.

SOC 1516 ORGANIZED CRIME	3 cr.
Analyzed as an illegal business enterprise and a ladder for social mobility by ethnic groups. Provides a topical approach to major aspects of organized crime: definitions and perspectives, periods of ethnic dominance and succession, sociology of entrepreneurial crime subcultures, law enforcement field strategies, and current trends. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 1518 WHITE COLLAR CRIME	3 cr.
xamines the meaning, varieties, and extent of white collar crime in America. Investigates the developmental history of this concept, theories of white collar crime causation, specific types of white collar crime, empirical and theoretical controversies surrounding white collar crime, and the probable future directions for this type of criminal behavior. Prerequisite: None.

SOC 1910 TEACHING OF SOCIOLOGY	3 cr.
Teaching assistantship opportunities in Sociology. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

SOCSCI 0200 RESEARCH METHODS IN THE SOCIAL SCIENCES	3 cr.
Designed for majors in Criminal Justice, Communication, Political Science, Economics, Sociology and Anthropology. Familiarize students with basic empirical research methods and statistics typically used in the social sciences. Focus will be on learning how to evaluate existing research and reports and how to conduct and write research projects for the capstone courses. Prerequisite: Sophomore.

SOCSCI 0300 VILLAGE SEMINAR IN THE SOCIAL SCIENCES	3 cr.
Special topics course designed to give members in one of the Academic Villages an opportunity to take a course that provides an interdisciplinary perspective on a contemporary issue. Team-taught by faculty from different disciplines with expertise on the current topic. Prerequisite: None.

S0CSCI 1030 RESEARCH METHODS USED IN COMMUNICATION STUDIES	3 cr.
Survey of methods used in contemporary communication research, spanning qualitative, quantitative, and critical approaches. Through the study and practice of the research process, students will learn to evaluate date, hypotheses, and conclusions produced by others in addition to gaining firsthand research experience. Prerequisite: COMMRC 0300 or COMMRC 0310 or COMMRC 0320.

SPANISH

SPAN 0003 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH 3	3 cr.
Builds on the skills acquired during the elementary sequence (Spanish 0001 and Spanish 0002). It includes a functional review of the basic language structures and introduces even more complex structures. The course has a strong cultural component. Prerequisite: SPAN 0002 or 0043..

SPAN 0004 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH 4	3 cr.
Continuation of SPAN 0003. Students continue to refine their language abilities and enhance their communicative competence. The course has a strong cultural component. Prerequisite: SPAN 0003.

SPAN 0020 CONVERSATION

3 cr.

The goal of this fifth-semester course is to enhance fluency and the development of oral proficiency in Spanish. Although the emphasis is on speaking and listening skills, reading and writing assignments are an important part of the syllabus. This course helps students to improve their fluency, pronunciation, and strategic competence such as paraphrasing skills, and increases their vocabulary through readings, films, digital recordings and other authentic materials. Prerequisite: SPAN 0004.

SPAN 0021 UPG EXCHANGE: CONVERSATION	3 cr.
Study abroad office has approved the general agreement of collaboration between Pitt-Greensburg and the Universidad de Guanajuato in which faculty and students will be exchanged. Prerequisite: SPAN 0020.

SPAN 0025 GRAMMAR AND COMPOSITION	3 cr.
Reviews Spanish grammar, and, in addition, is designed to aid the students in vocabulary building, improving their knowledge of idiomatic usage, and their ability to translate from English to Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 0004.

SPAN 0028 UPG EXCHANGE: GRAMMAR	3 cr.
Study abroad office has approved the general agreement of collaboration between Pitt-Greensburg and the Universidad de Guanajuato in which faculty and students will be exchanged. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

SPAN 0041 ELEMENTARY SPANISH 1	3 cr.
First of three courses designed to develop skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing in Spanish. A systematic presentation of grammar will accompany language instruction. Understanding of Spanish culture is emphasized as part of language skill. Prerequisite: None.

SPAN 0042 ELEMENTARY SPANISH 2	3 cr.
Second of three courses designed to develop skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing in Spanish. A systematic presentation of grammar will accompany language instruction. Understanding of Spanish culture is emphasized as part of language skill. Prerequisite: None.

SPAN 0043 ELEMENTARY SPANISH 3	3 cr.
Third of three courses designed to develop skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing in Spanish. A systematic presentation of grammar will accompany language instruction. Understanding of Spanish culture is emphasized as part of language skill. Prerequisite: SPAN 0042 with a grade of C or better.

SPAN 0055 INTRODUCTION TO HISPANIC LITERATURE	3 cr.
Designed to introduce students to the study of Spanish and Latin American literatures, while dealing with concepts and terms that can be applied to all literature. Prerequisite: None.

SPAN 0060 LATIN AMERICAN FILM AND LITERATURE

3 cr.

Examines contemporary works of renown Latin American writers and focuses on discussing their aesthetic and socio-political concerns. The objective is to develop the students' critical reading and understanding of Latin American culture through its literature, and also to be able to contrast the literary texts and some of the films based on those books. Readings in English; videos in Spanish with subtitles, or in English. Prerequisite: SPAN 0020 or SPAN 0021.

SPAN 1300 SPANISH PHONETICS AND PHONEMICS	3 cr.
Introduction to the study and practice of the sounds of Spanish. The overall objective of this course is to understand the sound system of Spanish as compared to English. Successful students will develop good auditory perception of Spanish and awareness of their own pronunciation, which could help to improve it. Prerequisite: SPAN 0002 (Min Grade B) or SPAN 0003 or SPAN 0043.

SPAN 1302 ADVANCED COMPOSITION AND STYLISTICS	3 cr.
This writing course builds upon the student's knowledge of Spanish grammar and composition. In particular attention will be given to the many syntactical and lexical usages that the foreign language learner needs to incorporate in advanced writing. The teacher will help the student improve and polish his/her individual style, with some imitation of literary models. Prerequisite: None.

SPAN 1321 BUSINESS SPANISH 1	3 cr.
Designed to acquaint students with the essential forms and documents utilized in the Spanish business world. Prerequisite: None.

SPAN 1331 STRUCTURE OF MODERN SPANISH	3 cr.
Teaches the structure of the Spanish language, including components which address Spanish phonology, morphology and syntax. Prerequisite: None.

SPAN 1400 SURVEY OF LATIN AMERICAN	3 cr.
Surveys the development of Latin American literature from the Cronistas to the present. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: None.

SPAN 1403 LATIN AMERICAN NARRATIVE	3 cr.
Deals with the development of Latin American prose narrative as it moves from 19th century realism and naturalism in the direction of Modernista and Vanguardista innovations, culminating in the narrative of the boom and the post-boom. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: None.

SPAN 1404 LATIN AMERICAN TOPICS	3 cr.
Deals with literary, linguistic or cultural topics, or a combination of these. Its primary emphasis is on developing an understanding of contemporary cultures in Latin America. Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: None.

SPAN 1410 CINEMA OF THE HISPANIC WORLD	3 cr.
Analyzes and discusses audiovisual material as a cultural tool to study sociopolitical, literary and historical topics in the Hispanic world. A diversity of films, fiction and documentary, will be presented to examine the changes of today's society and its impact in the Spanish-speaking communities. Prerequisite: SPAN 0020, SPAN 0025

SPAN 1450 HISPANIC LEGENDS	3 cr.
Provide an insight into the rich cultural heritage of Spain and Spanish-speaking Latin America as students explore the legends drawn from their fascinating past. The legends will reflect events from approximately 1,500 years of various countries' history and folklore. Readings and discussions are at an advanced level of Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 0004.

SPAN 1600 SURVEY OF SPANISH LITERATURE	3 cr.
Surveys the development of Spanish literature from the 12th-century to the present. Prerequisite: SPAN 0020 or SPAN 0025.

SPAN 1605 PITT-GREENSBURG: SURVEY OF SPANISH LITERATURE	3 cr.
Study abroad office has approved the general agreement of collaboration between Pitt-Greensburg and the Universidad De Guanajuato in which faculty and students will be exchanged. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

SPAN 1807 HISPANIC SPECIAL TOPICS	3 cr.
Deals in depth with such topics as mass media, sexual roles, social structures and political institutions in Hispanic society as revealed in various literary works, films, documents and other sources. Taught in English. Prerequisite: None.

SPAN 1901 INDEPENDENT STUDY	1-6 cr.
Allows students to work in-depth in areas of their choice; evaluation is by examination or by the production of a term paper. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

SPAN 1902 DIRECTED STUDY	1-6 cr.
Allows students to work in-depth in areas of their choice, with the approval and supervision of a faculty member, who meets regularly with the student. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

SPAN 1910 DIRECTED STUDY - MEXICO	1-3 cr.
Special study of Mexico. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

SPAN 1950 SPANISH CAPSTONE	3 cr.
Capstone course for senior Spanish majors.

STATISTICS

The content of STAT 0200, STAT 1000, and STAT 1100 is substantially the same, and one course may be used in place of another in satisfying graduation requirements. A student will receive credit toward graduation for only one of these courses.

STAT 0200 BASIC APPLIED STATISTICS	4 cr.
Teaches methods of descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include data collection and description, hypothesis testing, correlation and regression, the analysis of variance, and contingency tables. Students will learn how to use a statistical computer package. Prerequisite: MATH 0031 or MATH 0100 or MATH 0200.

STAT 1000 APPLIED STATISTICAL METHODS

4 cr.

An intensive introduction to statistical methods. It is designed for students who want to do data analysis and to study further ideas in applied statistics beyond this course. The topics covered include descriptive statistics, elementary probability, random sampling, controlled experiments, hypothesis testing, regression and the analysis of variance. Emphasis will be placed on the statistical reasoning underlying the methods. Students will also become proficient at the use of a statistical software package. Prerequisite: MATH 0031.

STAT 1100 STATISTICS AND PROBABILITY FOR BUSINESS MANAGEMENT	4 cr.
One-term introduction to statistics and probability. Both modeling and data analysis will be emphasized. Various probability models for discrete and continuous variables will be analyzed. Inferential, descriptive and data analysis techniques will be covered with examples from management. A statistical package will be introduced and used to conduct data analyses. Prerequisite: None.

STAT 1141 INTRODUCTION TO APPLIED STATISTICS 2	3 cr.
Continuation of STAT 1000. Further development of linear regression models, ANOVA models, analysis of contingency tables, experimental design, and nonparametric methods. Emphasis will be placed on analyzing experimental data using statistical software. Prerequisites: STAT 0200, STAT 1000, STAT 1100.

STAT 1151 INTRODUCTION TO PROBABILITY

3 cr.

Presents, at both a theoretical and applied level, the basic probability concepts required for statistical inference. Topics include set theory and basic probability, independence and Bayes' theorem, discrete random variables and their distributions--Bernoulli, binomial, Poisson, and geometric, continuous random variables and their distributions--uniform, exponential, gamma, beta, and normal, transformation of random variables, moment and moment generating functions, multivariate discrete distribution, marginal and conditional distribution and independent variables. Prerequisite: MATH 0230.

STAT 1221 APPLIED REGRESSION	3 cr.
Covers simple linear regression (one variable) and one way analysis of variance followed by more complicated regression models. More complex anova models are treated if time permits. Some computer applications will usually be considered. Prerequisite: STAT 0200, STAT 1000, STAT 1100.

STAT 1900 STATISTICS—INTERNSHIP	1-3 cr.
Under faculty supervision, the student participates in a Statistics project. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

STAT 1902 DIRECTED STUDY	1-9 cr.
With approval from an instructor, the student will participate in a program of directed study in Statistics or Probability. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

STUDIO ARTS

SA 0110 FOUNDATION DESIGN

3 cr.

Introductory course is a comprehensive survey of the fundamental principles of visual organization. The assignments are directed for learning to see, and to think and to express visually. The class projects involve uses of art materials with which to articulate line, shape, texture, color, and other design components. The intent is to broaden understanding of visual relationships in art and in the sources of art and design. Prerequisite: None.

SA 0120 FOUNDATION PAINTING	3 cr.
Introductory course in the principle practices of painting. Develops compositional and color awareness and basic painting techniques. Explores the formal and expressive aspects of painting. Prerequisite: None.

SA 0130 FOUNDATION DRAWING	3 cr.
Introductory course, instructs students in traditional drawing approaches and visual analysis through the act of drawing. Principles of perspective, composition, and methods of modeling form are explored for the development of individual skills and perception. Prerequisite: None.

SA 1520 DIRECTED STUDY	1-3 cr.
Course content to be decided between professor and student. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

THEATRE ARTS

THEA 0075 THEATRE WORKSHOP

3 cr.

A hands-on, performance-based workshop will introduce beginning theatre students to the fundamentals of formal theatre production. Issues to be explored include script analysis, rehearsal process and public presentation. Working as actors, directors or technical/design crew, participants will develop a one-act play festival to be offered to the university community towards the end of the term. "Theatre workshop" will prepare students for either "theatre practicum or production", the two practical theatre courses which support the theatre program's main stage production. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 0100 THEATRE PRACTICUM: BASIC STAGECRAFT	3 cr.
The technical work on a play. Students learn backstage jobs such as the following: assistant director, stage manager, lighting, sound, props, publicity, costumes, makeup, and set construction. A student needs no theatrical experience in order to take this course. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 0103 THEATRE PRACTICUM: PERFORMANCE	1-3 cr.
Students learn how to perform in a theatrical production by developing a system for character development, line memorization, rehearsals, and all the other production systems. A student needs no theatrical experience in order to try out for a role. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 0104 BASIC ACTING	1-2 cr.
The first part of this course is devoted to theatrical games and improvisation with the second part structured around scene work. Students are introduced to beginning exercises, role analysis, and scene work. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 0110 DRAMA ON FILM	1-2 cr.
Examines the impact of theatre on film. By examining various films in the context of a particular theme or genre, students would examine and analyze the adaptations of dramatic works into film, or the use of certain themes in the creation of films. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 0113 AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL PERFORMANCE

3 cr.

Students will be scripting and performing their own stories. Students can be literal or abstract in their storytelling, incorporating dance, light, props, sound and any scenic material that will help to illustrate their story. At the end of the semester the class will present a final project, open to the public to exhibit their creative work throughout the semester. This could be a collage of stories or one in particular that he or she chose to develop. Prerequisite: THEA 0104 or THEA 1365.

THEA 0270 PRINCIPLES OF LIGHTING DESIGN

3 cr.

Practical introduction to the equipment, theories, and applications of lighting for the stage. Through classroom and hands-on work, students will learn about the basic concepts of using theatrical lighting, as well as lighting methods by which to create mood, shift focus, and enhance the overall theatrical design. Students will gain practical experience through individual projects and working on the theater program's productions. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 0280 THEATRE TECHNOLOGY

3 cr.

Begins with a “theoretical” study of current technology used in the theatre (lights, sound, video projections, virtual reality and virtual worlds). Students will then explore the practical aspects of digital technology as applied to theatre in a variety of hands-on projects: taking digital photographs, recording and editing digital audio and video, working on a virtual world project, and reporting on the experiences in a blog. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 0500 UPG EXCHANGE: INTRODUCTION TO HISPANIC DANCE	3 cr.
Study abroad office has approved the general agreement of collaboration between Pitt-Greensburg and the Universidad De Guanajuato in which faculty and students will be exchanged. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

THEA 0805 INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE ARTS—PART I	3 cr.
Historical survey of theatre history and dramatic literature focusing on the period of Ancient Greece to the Renaissance. Students will be exposed to the major theatrical traditions and conventions, theater practitioners, and dramatic texts of world theater history. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 0806 INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE ARTS—PART II	3 cr.
Historical survey of theater history and dramatic literature focusing on the period of the Baroque to the contemporary. Students will be exposed to the major theatrical traditions and conventions, theater practitioners, and dramatic texts of world theatre history. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 0840 INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE DESIGN	3 cr.
Introduction to the process of designing scenery and costumes for live theatre. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 0845 PRINCIPLES OF SET DESIGN

3 cr.

Hands-on workshop class will introduce students to the basic concepts, principles, and practices of theatrical set design. Topics to be covered include research methods, models for presentation, collaboration with the director and other designers, drafting, set construction, and painting. Additional topics may include costume, properties, and lighting design. Students will work on individual projects as well as contribute to the theater program's productions. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 1103 ACTING THE 20TH CENTURY: ISBEN TO PINTER

3 cr.

Builds upon the foundation laid by the students' experiences in basic acting and production work. Through in-class exercises and improvs, scene work (individual, two-person and group), and vocal and physical work, the students in this class will engage in further exploration of the process of acting toward a final product/presentation that requires concentration, focus, and presentation skills. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 1115 DIRECTING ON THE STAGE

3 cr.

Through scenes and working with actors, students will learn about the overall responsibility of the director. How to bring unity to a production by coordinating the efforts of contributing artists. We will learn about artistic vision, different director's theories, styles and discover the choices that are made and changed throughout the rehearsal process. Their final work will be open to the public at the end of the semester. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 1365 PLAYWRITING	3 cr.
A beginning course in writing for the stage. Starting with short scenes, students will work towards understanding the craft and art of constructing theatre stories to be performed by actors. The final project will be a one-act play. Throughout there will be emphasis on the stage effectiveness of the writing and opportunity for informal performance of student scripts. Prerequisite: None.

THEA 1900 INDEPENDENT STUDY	1-6 cr.
Course content to be decided between teacher and student. Prerequisite: Department Consent Required.

THEA 1955 INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTS CAPSTONE	3 cr.
Prerequisites: HAA 0010, HAA 1010; MUSIC 0211, MUSIC 0411; THEA 0104 and (THEA 0805 or THEA 0806).

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