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PHYS 343 Statistical Physics Credits: (2-0) 2
This course provides a systematic introduction to the use of statistical principles applied to the study of thermodynamic systems.
Prerequisites: PHYS 331 , PHYS 341 and MATH 321 or permission of instructor.
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PHYS 350 Advanced Physics Laboratory Credits: (0-3) 3
Laboratory projects emphasizing understanding and practical skills for nuclear and particle physics, including minimization of systematic effects in measurement. Experiments include muon lifetime, and Compton scattering. The course focuses on elementary particle detection, counting, and the analysis of large data sets that result from various detection and counting technologies.
Prerequisites: PHYS 331
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PHYS 361 Optics Credits: (3-0) 3
This is an intermediate level study of geometrical and physical optics. Topics include analysis of refraction phenomena, thick lenses, wave nature of light, interference, diffraction, and polarization.
Prerequisites: PHYS 113 or PHYS 213/213-A and MATH 225 or permission of instructor.
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PHYS 386/386L Observational Astronomy/Lab Credits: (2-1) 3
This course is designed to help students expand their knowledge of astronomy through interactive seminars and observing sessions. The focus of this course will be on developing observational and data collection skills using state of the art telescopes. Background knowledge will be fostered through instructor-supervised seminars led by students. Students will use current web-based and advanced amateur/professional publications to lead the seminar sessions. Advanced observing sessions will be held off-campus at the Badlands Observatory in Quinn, SD. Observing sessions will incorporate advanced 18 and 26 inch telescopes provided by the instructors; also with CCD cameras and software for data collection and image manipulation. Observing sessions will also involve student in ongoing searches for near-earth asteroids.
Prerequisites: PHYS 183
Corequisites: PHYS 386L
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PHYS 391 Independent Study Credits: 1 to 4
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meeting frequency depends upon the requirements of the topic.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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PHYS 392 Topics Credits: 1 to 3
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.
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PHYS 404/504 Nanophotonics Credits: (3-0) 3
The course deals with optical phenomena in materials and structures with subwave-length dimensions. Topics will include the quantum theory of light, laser theory, beam propagation, and the unique properties of nanophotonic structures.
Prerequisites: Introductory quantum mechanics and electricity and magnetism; ability to solve ordinary differential equations and linear systems.
Notes: This course is cross-listed with EE 404/504 and NANO 504 . Students enrolled in PHYS 504 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in PHYS 404.
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PHYS 412 Advanced Design Projects I Credits: (0-3) 3
The student designs and carries out original projects. The aim is to involve the student in project design and the application of knowledge to a realistic problem. Students will be significantly engaged in the research efforts of the department.
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PHYS 414 Advanced Design Projects II Credits: (0-4) 4
The student designs and carries out original projects. The aim is to involve the student in project design and the application of knowledge to a realistic problem. Students will be significantly engaged in the research efforts of the department.
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PHYS 421/521 Electromagnetism Credits: (4-0) 4
This is a course in the principles of electricity and magnetism, with applications to dielectric and magnetic materials. Topics include the development of Maxwell’s equations, and applications.
Prerequisites: PHYS 213/213-A and MATH 321
Notes: Students enrolled in PHYS 521 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in PHYS 421. This course is cross-listed with NANO 521 .
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PHYS 433/533 Nuclear and Elementary Particle Physics Credits: (3-0) 3
This course covers fundamental topics in nuclear physics and elementary particles. Topics include radioactivity, nuclear spectra and structure, nuclear models, elementary particle theories and high energy physics.
Prerequisites: PHYS 331 or PHYS 471/571
Notes: Student enrolled in PHYS 533 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in PHYS 433.
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PHYS 439/539 Condensed Matter Physics Credits: (4-0) 4
This course looks at solid materials from a microscopic level. Topics include basic crystal structure; mechanical and thermal properties; and electronic processes with reference to electrical properties of metals, semiconductors, and insulators.
Prerequisites: MATH 225 , MATH 321 , PHYS 331 or permission of instructor.
Notes: Students enrolled in PHYS 539 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in PHYS 439.
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PHYS 445/545 Statistical Mechanics Credits: (4-0) 4
This course provides a systematic introduction to the use of statistical principles applied to the study of thermodynamic systems.
Prerequisites: PHYS 451/551 and MATH 321 or permission of instructor.
Notes: Students enrolled in PHYS 545 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in PHYS 445.
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PHYS 451/551 Classical Mechanics Credits: (4-0) 4
This is a systematic introduction to classical mechanics emphasizing motion in three dimensions. Topics include central forces, harmonic oscillations, non-inertial reference frames, rigid body motion, and Lagrangian and Hamiltonian Mechanics.
Prerequisites: PHYS 113 or PHYS 213/213-A and MATH 321
Notes: Students enrolled in PHYS 551 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in PHYS 451. This course is cross listed with NANO 551 .
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PHYS 471/571 Quantum Mechanics Credits: (4-0) 4
This is a systematic introduction to quantum mechanics, emphasizing the Schrödinger equation. Topics include simple soluble problems, the hydrogen atom, approximation methods and other aspects of quantum theory.
Prerequisites: MATH 225 , MATH 321 , and PHYS 331
Corequisites: MATH 315
Notes: Students enrolled in PHYS 571 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in PHYS 471. This course is cross listed with NANO 571 .
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PHYS 481/581 Mathematical Physics Credits: (4-0) 4
This course looks at mathematical methods used to formulate and solve problems in various fields of physics. Topics are chosen from: series solutions, special functions, computational methods, complex variables, multi-variate methods, transform methods, and other areas of mathematical applications to physics.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Notes: Students enrolled in PHYS 581 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in PHYS 481.
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PHYS 491 Independent Study Credits: 1 to 4
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meeting frequency depends on the requirements of the topic.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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PHYS 492 Topics Credits: 1 to 3
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.
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PHYS 683 Mathematical Physics II Credits: (3-0) 3
A continuation of PHYS 581. The topics of emphasis are partial differential equations, boundary value problems, special functions, Green’s Functions, and linear algebra. Additional topics of interest will be chosen; possible topics include differential forms and geometry, tensors in physics, group theory, distributions, statistical methods, integral equations, difference equations, numerical methods, variation techniques, etc.
Prerequisites: PHYS 581
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PHYS 691 Independent Study Credits: 1 to 3
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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PHYS 692 Topics Credits: 1 to 3
Includes current topics, advanced topics, and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.
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PHYS 721 Electrodynamics I Credits: (3-0) 3
This is the first course of a two-semester sequence in electrodynamics. Topics in the sequence include boundary value problems, Maxwell’s equations, multi-pole expansions and gauge transformations. Additional topics will be chosen from such areas as the relativistic formulation of electro-magnetic theory, Lagrangian formulations of classical fields, plane and spherical waves, wave guides, multipole radiation, radiation from moving charges, plasma physics, magneto-hydrodynamics, relativistic (synchrotron) radiation, and radiation in collisions and other applications of interest.
Notes: This course is cross listed with NANO 721 .
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PHYS 723 Electrodynamics II Credits: (3-0) 3
This course is the second course in a two-semester sequence and covers advanced topics in electrodynamics.
Prerequisites: PHYS 721
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PHYS 733 Experimental Particle Physics: Principles, Data Analysis, and Simulation Credits: (3-0) 3
This course introduces advanced technology and analysis techniques in modern particle and astroparticle physics experiments. It consists of four parts, (1) Particle interactions with matter and particle detectors, (2) Overview of backgrounds, (3) Detector and experiment calibration, (4) Simulation and data analysis. Lectures will be given along with practice on the application of important physics principles, popular simulation and analysis tools. As their final project, each student is required to present an analysis of one typical modern particle or astroparticle physics experiment, or to participate in research work on dark matter search, neutrino and cosmic ray experiments and present the results.
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PHYS 739 Condensed Matter Physics I Credits: (3-0) 3
Topics include crystal structure and the reciprocal lattice, quantum theory of electrons and phonons, x-ray diffraction, crystal binding energies, and energy band theory. Additional topics may be chosen from the properties of metals, semiconductors, and insulators.
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PHYS 743 Statistical Mechanics Credits: (3-0) 3
This is a one-semester course in classical and quantum statistical mechanics. Topics include ensembles, partition functions, identical particles, Fermi-Dirac and Bose-Einstein statistics. Other topics will be chosen from mean field theory, phase transformations, renormalization group theory, Monte Carlo techniques, and other topics of interest.
Notes: This course is cross listed with NANO 743 .
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PHYS 749 Condensed Matter Physics II Credits: (3-0) 3
This course is the second course in a two-semester sequence and covers advanced topics in condensed matter physics.
Prerequisites: PHYS 739
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PHYS 751 Classical Mechanics Credits: (3-0) 3
This is a one semester course in classical mechanics. Topics include Newtonian Mechanics, Hamilton’s Principle, Non-Inertial Frames of Reference, Lagrangian Mechanics. Other topics will be chosen from such areas of study as Rigid Body Motion, Chaos theory, Hamilton-Jacobi theory, Perturbation theory, Quaternion applications to rotations, Lagrangian/Hamiltonian formulations for Continuous systems and fields, and other topics of interest.
Notes: This course is cross listed with NANO 751 .
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PHYS 761 Nuclear and Particle Physics Credits: (3-0) 3
This is a one semester course in nuclear and elementary particle physics. Nuclear physics topics may include nuclear structure (nuclear form factors, multipole moments, liquid and shell models); nuclear decay; nuclear reactions; and other topics of interest. Elementary particle physics topics may include the role of symmetry in particle physics, Quantum Electrodynamics and Quantum Chromodynamics; the Standard Model of Particle Physics; Strong and Weak interactions; Accelerator and Experimental Particle Physics; and other selected topics beyond the Standard Model.
Prerequisites: PHYS 771 or equivalent.
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PHYS 763 Advanced Particle Physics Credits: (3-0) 3
This one-semester course is aimed at bridging the gap between standard textbook material and research literature. The course will illustrate applications of particle physics and technology introduced in prerequisite courses to a variety of fields, which may include industry, medicine, and leading-edge physics research at accelerators and underground laboratories such as that focused on neutrino physics or dark matter. Participants will be guided through one or several applications taken from those fields in great detail. This course provides necessary training for those who intend to work in a discipline where particle physics and technology plays an important role.
Prerequisites: PHYS 761
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PHYS 764 Physics of Neutrinos Credits: (3-0) 3
This one-semester course is aimed at bridging the gap between standard textbook material and research frontlines in neutrino physics and neutrino astronomy. The last couple of decades have witnessed a revolution in neutrino physics. Neutrinos are also one of the most important probes for new physics beyond the particle physics Standard Model and a powerful tool to explore new astronomical and cosmological frontiers. The course introduces advanced theoretical and experimental aspects in modern neutrino physics and neutrino astronomy. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the progress in neutrino physics and a concise outline of modern experiments that study neutrino properties and probe nature with neutrinos.
Prerequisites: PHYS 433/533 and PHYS 773
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PHYS 765 Advanced Nuclear Physics Credits: (3-0) 3
This one-semester course is aimed at bridging the gap between standard textbook material and research literature. Topics in nuclear structure, including microscopic models, shell models, and collective models will be addressed. Similarly, topics of nuclear reactions via strong, weak, and electromagnetic interaction mechanisms, as well as models of excitation, evolution and de-excitation of excited nuclear states will be studied. The nuclear physics and technology introduced in prerequisite courses are applied in nuclear medicine (PET and cancer therapy), industry (material analysis and ion implantation for example), archaeology (radiocarbon dating for example), and astrophysics (nucleosynthesis, stellar evolution for example). Participants will be guided through one or several applications taken from those fields in great detail. This course provides necessary training for those who intend to work in a discipline where nuclear science and technology plays an important role.
Prerequisites: PHYS 761
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PHYS 771 Quantum Mechanics I Credits: (3-0) 3
This is the first course of a two semester sequence in quantum physics. Topics include the Schrödinger equation and its solutions, matrix mechanics, operator methods, the harmonic oscillator, the hydrogen atom, spin and angular momentum.
Notes: This course is cross listed with NANO 771 .
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PHYS 773 Quantum Mechanics II Credits: (3-0) 3
This is the second course in a two semester sequence. Additional topics include perturbation methods. Applications will be chosen from such topics as scattering theory, second quantization, theory of identical particles, relativistic quantum mechanics, creation and annihilation operators and other topics of interest.
Prerequisites: PHYS 771
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PHYS 775 General Relativity Credits: (3-0) 3
This course includes study of Minkowski Space, tensor algebra and calculus, non-Euclidean Geometry, and the Einstein Field Equations. Applications will be chosen from such topics as the Schwarzchild, Kerr, and Reisner-Nordstrom solutions, gravitational waves, Post-Newtonian Formulisms, 3 + 1 formulism, and other topics of interest.
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PHYS 777 Introduction to Quantum Information Credits: (3-0) 3
The course will provide a basic understanding of the notions and formalism of quantum information, with some elements of quantum computing. This area of knowledge is rapidly developing and likely to lead to technological advances, e.g. quantum computers.
Prerequisites: Graduate standing or Permission of Instructor.
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PHYS 779 Group Theory Credits: (3-0) 3
Topics may include symmetry transformations, continuous groups, finite groups, applications to valence theory, Lorentz group, and fundamental particles.
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PHYS 783 Quantum Field Theory Credits: (3-0) 3
This course is the study of relativistic quantum field theory and its application to the standard model. The course covers quantization of relativistic fields; perturbation theory and Feynman diagram; S-matrix; introduction to gauge theories and the standard model; and other topics of interest.
Prerequisites: PHYS 771 or equivalent.
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PHYS 784 Advanced Quantum Field Theory Credits: (3-0) 3
This course is the second semester of the quantum field theory sequence covering the application of quantum field theory to the standard model; including electroweak interactions and spontaneous symmetry breaking. Other possible topics include grand unification and supersymmetry.
Prerequisites: PHYS 783
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PHYS 785 Astrophysics and Cosmology Credits: (3-0) 3
This course introduces the broad base of fundamental topics in astrophysics and cosmology. Topics include observational properties of stars; stellar physics; stellar atmospheres; distance scales; galactic structures; interstellar medium, normal and peculiar galaxies and high energy astrophysics, cosmological observations and Friedmann models; the early universe at different epochs; the origin of dark matter and formation of galaxies and large scale structure.
Prerequisites: PHYS 771 or equivalent.
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PHYS 786 Nuclear Astrophysics and the Origin of the Elements Credits: (3-0) 3
This one-semester course is aimed at bridging the gap between standard nuclear physics textbooks and state-of-the-art research literature. It will be illustrated how the field of nuclear astrophysics, at the intersection of nuclear physics, astrophysics, and observational astronomy, explores the chemical evolution of our universe, determines the energetics of astrophysical objects, and identifies their observational signatures. Participants will be guided through four major directions: nucleosynthesis processes in stars studied with very low energy accelerator experiments; explosive nucleosynthesis processes requiring measurements far off of stability with radioactive beams; neutron-induced nucleosynthesis in late stellar evolution pursued at reactor and neutron spallation facilities; and finally neutrino-induced nucleosynthesis, still mostly confined to theoretical prediction and observation. It provides necessary training for those who intend to work in a discipline where nuclear science plays an important role.
Prerequisites: PHYS 771 ; or permission of instructor
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PHYS 788 Master’s Research Problems/Projects Credits: 1 to 5
Independent research problems/projects that lead to research or design paper, but not to a thesis. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the candidate. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.
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PHYS 790 Seminar Credits: 1 to 3
A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division graduate levels.
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PHYS 791 Independent Study Credits: 1 to 3
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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PHYS 792 Topics Credits: 1 to 3
Include current topics, advanced topics, and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.
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PHYS 798 Thesis Credits: 1 to 9
A formal treatise presenting the results of study submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the applicable degree. The process requires extensive and intensive one-on-one interaction between the candidate and professor with more limited interaction between and among the candidate and other members of the committee.
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PHYS 898D Dissertation Credits: 1 to 9
A formal treatise presenting the results of study submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the applicable degree. The process requires extensive and intensive one-on-one interaction between the candidate and professor with more limited interaction between and among the candidate and other members of the committee.
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POLS 100 American Government Credits: (3-0) 3
A study of the basic principles of the American system of government with emphasis on problems relating to governmental structure and policies.
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POLS 165 Political Ideologies Credits: (3-0) 3
Ideas defending communism, fascism, and democracy, including variations such as democratic socialism, Christian democracy, capitalism, liberalism, New Left, neo-conservatism, liberation theology. Practice of ideology. Concepts of comparative analysis.
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POLS 250 Introduction to International Relations Credits: (3-0) 3
A study of international relations including the sources of power and conflict, and the methods by which states compete and cooperate with each other. Additional international actors and contemporary issues will be addressed.
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POLS 350 International Relations Credits: (3-0) 3
How nations/states behave and why they behave as they do in their relations with each other.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing or permission of instructor.
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POLS 407 Environmental Law & Policy Credits: (3-0) 3
An examination of the political issues involved with environmental and ecological concerns such as land use, population, air and water pollution, energy, and public policy.
Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing or permission of instructor.
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POLS 492 Topics Credits: 1 to 3
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.
Notes: A maximum of 6 credits will be allowed for degree credit.
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PSYC 101 General Psychology Credits: (3-0) 3
This course is an introduction survey of the field of psychology with consideration of the biological bases of behavior, sensory and perceptual processes, learning and memory, human growth and development, social behavior and normal and abnormal behavior.
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PSYC 319 Teams and Teambuilding Credits: (3-0) 3
Course will examine principles associated with teams and team building by analyzing and employing a variety of interrelated practices related to group dynamics and team leadership. The course will focus on expanding student comprehension of four core elements of team building: characteristics of teams, processes of teamwork, critical issues teams commonly face, and the organizational context of teams. Students will explore the analytical research rooted in basic psychological concepts surrounding teamwork including values such as trust, the importance of conflict, interpersonal communication, and the dynamics of commitment.
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PSYC 321 Human Development: Lifespan Credits: (3-0) 3
In this course, theories of social, cognitive, emotional, and physical development are discussed for each era of human growth including gestation, infancy, childhood, adolescence, and young, middle, and late adulthood. This course is recommended for all students seeking a theoretical and applicable knowledge of human development.
Prerequisites: PSYC 101
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PSYC 331 Industrial and Organizational Psychology Credits: (3-0) 3
This course covers the application of psychological principles to such problems as employee selection, supervision, job satisfaction, and work efficiency.
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and junior standing or permission of instructor.
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PSYC 391 Independent Study Credits: 1 to 3
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meeting frequency depends on the requirements of the topic.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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PSYC 392 Topics Credits: 1 to 3
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.
Notes: May be repeated twice with different topics for a maximum of 6 credits.
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PSYC 451 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior Credits: (3-0) 3
This course is a comprehensive survey of abnormal personality and behavior. It includes an examination of the origins, symptoms and treatment of psychological disorders.
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 or permission of instructor.
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PSYC 461 Theories of Personality Credits: (3-0) 3
Students will learn about the role of philosophy and science and their contributions to the development of personality theory. Students will examine, in depth, the theoretical contributions made in the areas of psychoanalytic, behavioristic, and humanistic personality theories. The students will be able to articulate their own beliefs concerning the development of human personality.
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 or permission of instructor.
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SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology Credits: (3-0) 3
Comprehensive study of society, with analysis of group life, and other forces shaping human behavior.
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SOC 150 Social Problems Credits: (3-0) 3
A study of present day problems in contemporary societies, such as racism, sexism, ageism, alcoholism, drug addiction, physical and mental health, war and environmental issues - their significance and current policies and action.
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SOC 250 Courtship and Marriage Credits: (3-0) 3
Courtship and marriage period given special emphasis, as are problems of mate selection, marital adjustments, reproduction, child-parent relations, divorce, and later years of marriage.
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SOC 351 Criminology Credits: (3-0) 3
Focuses on theories of crime, juvenile delinquency and justice, laws, systems of criminal behavior, victimization, and corrections.
Prerequisites: SOC 100 or SOC 150
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SOC 391 Independent Study Credits: 1 to 3
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meeting frequency depends on the requirements of the topic.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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SOC 392 Topics Credits: 1 to 3
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.
Notes: A maximum of 6 credits of special topics will be allowed for degree credit.
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SOC 411 Licit and Illicit Drugs Credits: (3-0) 3
A survey of the use, abuse, and addictive properties of psychoactive drugs other than alcohol; approaches to prevention, treatment, and identification of use.
Prerequisites: SOC 100 , SOC 150 or PSYC 101
Notes: Will apply toward certification for chemical dependency counseling.
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SOC 420 Alcohol Use and Abuse Credits: (3-0) 3
A survey of the use, abuse, and addictive nature of beverage alcohol, some of the problems associated with excessive use of alcohol, and approaches to prevention and treatment.
Prerequisites: SOC 100 , SOC 150 or PSYC 101
Notes: Will apply toward certification for chemical dependency counseling.
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SOC 491 Independent Study Credits: 1 to 3
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meeting frequency depends on the requirements of the topic.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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SOC 492 Topics Credits: 1 to 3
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.
Notes: A maximum of 6 credits of special topics will be allowed for degree credit.
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SPAN 101 Introductory Spanish I Credits: (4-0) 4
Introduces the fundamental elements of Spanish sentence structure and vocabulary. Promotes speaking, listening and writing within a cultural context. Class work may be supplemented with required aural/oral practice outside of class.
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SPAN 102 Introductory Spanish II Credits: (4-0) 4
Introduces the fundamental elements of Spanish sentence structure and vocabulary. Promotes speaking, listening, and writing within a cultural context. Class work may be supplemented with required aural/oral practice outside of class.
Prerequisites: SPAN 101 or permission of instructor.
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SPCM 101 Fundamentals of Speech Credits: (3-0) 3
Introduces the study of speech fundamentals and critical thinking through frequent public speaking practice, including setting, purpose, audience, and subject.
Notes: This course cannot count as social science/ humanities credit.
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