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Nursing Ratio of lecture to clinical time:
Each course that includes a clinical component is designed to have a didactic:clinical ratio based on credit hours. A 5 credit hour course with 3 hours spend in the classroom per week and 2 credit hours designated for clinical experience would have 6 hours of clinical per week. A 6 credit hour course with 3 hours spend in the classroom per week and 3 credit hours designated for clinical experience would have 9 hours of clinical per week. The time spent in the course will include professional activities, evidence-based projects and simulation as well.
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NUR 352 - Health Assessment 3 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 352 focuses on developing skills and knowledge related to history taking, assessing health status and recognizing deviations from the normal. Emphasis is on the collection of subjective and objective data, physical examinations and accurate documentation. Communication technique is further enhanced by developing interviewing skills.
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NUR 353 - Health Assessment for Practicing Nurses 3 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 353 will enhance further development of skills and knowledge related to assessing health status of patients for practicing nurses. Emphasis is focused on the collection of a complete history and physical exam for the practicing nurse utilizing effective communication techniques.
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NUR 355 - Introduction to Research in Nursing 3 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 355 will focuses on the role of the professional nurse in critical appraisal to determine the merit and readiness of research literature for use in clinical practice.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 310 NUR 320 NUR 350 NUR 352 NUR 451
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NUR 356 - Nursing Research in Practice 3 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 356 focuses on the role of the professional nurse in critical appraisal to determine the merit and readiness of research literature for use in by the practicing nurse.
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NUR 360 - Global Health and Missions Impact 3 Cr. Hrs.
Survey of major global health challenges, programs, and policies affecting diverse populations. Examine specific ethical constructs within the context of the impact of short-term medical missions. Exploration of various determinants of health and their impact on global health priorities. Course includes one week directed service-learning opportunity in a developing country.
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the undergraduate or graduate nursing program. Sophomore level and above. Field Lab: One week travel abroad to developing country
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NUR 365 - Professional Role Transition 3 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 365 will serve as a bridge to develop and expand one’s role as a professional nurse. Application of the Christian worldview will be used in preparing the associate level nurse to think more broadly within a baccalaureate framework and the nurse’s professional role. Students will strive to enhance their clinical reasoning skills, knowledge of the role of the professional nurse, and apply these evidence-based principles to practice.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 and ENG 102
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NUR 420 - Childbearing 5 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 420 focuses on the care, counseling, and education of childbearing families. Didactic and clinical learning opportunities focus on nursing practice with expectant mothers, neonates and their families in classroom and selected health care settings. This course provides the theoretical basis for the nursing management of developmental and pathological human responses related to healthy and high risk childbearing families. Each week three (3) hours will be spent in didactic and six (6) in clinical experience.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 310 NUR 320 NUR 350 NUR 352 NUR 451
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NUR 421 - Childrearing 5 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 421 will include application of the nursing process with children and families in the hospital and community settings. Care will focus on common pediatric health problems and the health promotion needs of well, acute and chronically ill children. Additional emphasis will be placed on the developmental aspects of children from infancy to adolescence and on children with special health problems, including genetic disorders. Each week three (3) hours will be spent in didactic and six (6) hours in clinical experience.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 310 NUR 320 NUR 350 NUR 352 NUR 451
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NUR 423 - Community Health Nursing 4 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 423 focuses on assessing needs, promoting health, and preventing disease in vulnerable individuals, groups, and communities across the lifespan. Family and community assessments will be performed utilizing multidisciplinary theories and principles. Each week three (3) hours will be spent in didactic and three (3) hours in clinical experience.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 310 , NUR 320 , NUR 350 , and NUR 352
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NUR 424 - Community Health for Practicing Nurses 3 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 424 focuses on needs assessment, health promotion, and disease prevention in both vulnerable and healthy populations across the lifespan. Students will utilize previous education and experience in the application of new skills and learned theories towards a specific population in a focused experience. Students will explore policy development in the public health setting.
Corequisite(s): NUR 485
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NUR 425 - Critical Care 5 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 425 focuses on the biological, psychological, philosophical and sociocultural influences on complex health problems related to acute and traumatic conditions. This course emphasizes the concepts of circulation, oxygenation, homeostasis and compensation in acutely ill adults. Each week; three (3) hours will be spent in didactic and six (6) in the clinical experience.
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NUR 451 - Issues in Professional Nursing 3 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 451 is an examination of the nurse’s role through evaluation of historical and current issues impacting the profession and health care delivery systems. The legal, ethical, social, economic, political and moral obligations of the professional nurse are explored from the Christian worldview.
Prerequisite(s): CHE 107 BIO 201 BIO 202 BIO 215 PSY 205
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NUR 452 - Issues in Professional Nursing Practice 3 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 452 examines the nurse’s role through evaluation of historical and current issues impacting the profession and health care delivery systems. The legal, ethical, social, economic, political and moral obligations of the professional nurse are explored from the Christian worldview.
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NUR 453 - Leadership and Management 4 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 453 is a study of health care organizational structures and the professional nurse’s role as a patient advocate, leader, manager, and change agent. Emphasis is on the application of the theories and principles of leadership and management in the context of the healthcare delivery system. Ethical and spiritual dilemmas confronting nurses are explored from multiple perspectives. Each week three (3) hours will be spent in didactic and three (3) hours in clinical experience.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 312 NUR 322 NUR 324 NUR 423
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NUR 454 - Leadership and Management for Practicing Nurses 3 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 454 is a study of health care organizational structures and the professional nurse’s role as a leader, manager, and change agent. Emphasis is on the application of the theories and principles of leadership and management in the context of the healthcare delivery system and includes a focused experience based upon a change theory. Ethical and spiritual dilemmas confronting nurses are explored from multiple perspectives.
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NUR 457 - Clinical Preceptorship 3 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 457 is a practicum consisting of preceptor-supervised clinical experience in a regional health care facility. A total of one-hundred and twenty (120) hours will be spent in clinical experience.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 420 , NUR 421 , and NUR 451
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NUR 459 - Senior Seminar 1 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 459 provides an opportunity to monitor the outcomes of care processes and apply improvement methods to design changes in health care systems that will improve quality and safety.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 312 NUR 322 NUR 324 NUR 423
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NUR 485 - Project Development 1 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 485 provides an opportunity to develop a proposal and obtain approval for the senior project based upon the focused experience within either the Community Health for Practicing Nurses or the Leadership and Management for Practicing Nurses courses.
Prerequisite(s): Pre-requisites courses include all courses in the RN-BSN track except NUR 490 .
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NUR 490 - Senior Project 3 Cr. Hrs.
NUR 490 provides an integrated experience applying the principles of professional nursing. An emphasis will be placed on role development of the baccalaureate nurse through completion of the senior project. The senior project includes identification, evaluation and application of evidence-based principles to support the role of the professional nurse, to improve patient safety and/or quality outcomes, and the efficiency of the healthcare system.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 485
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OLS 310 - Accounting/Budgeting Concepts for Managers 3 Cr. Hrs.
The evaluation of financial reports and the use of accounting information in making management and investment decisions. Topics include applications of income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and variance analysis. Students will develop operational and capital budgets.
Prerequisite(s): MGT 210
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OLS 420 - Compensation 3 Cr. Hrs.
An examination of compensation systems in the context of current theory, research, and practice. The course includes a survey of established approaches to compensation decisions; new developments in application of compensation; and how compensation can be managed to provide a strategic advantage.
Prerequisite(s): MGT 343 . (Same as MGT 420 ).
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OLS 440 - Training and Development 3 Cr. Hrs.
Topics include assessing training needs, creating learning objectives, identifying resources, understanding adult learners, designing training, using training media effectively, and evaluating training results and the return on investment.
Prerequisite(s): MGT 343 . (Same as MGT 440 .)
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OLS 450 - Critical Thinking in Organizations 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course focuses on systems thinking and the understanding of research design and measurement theory used in solving organizational and human resource development problems. The emphasis is on applied methodology rather than statistical issues, with the intent of the student becoming an effective consumer of information. The student will learn how to report findings in a practical and influential manner. Includes the importance of knowledge management.
Prerequisite(s): MGT 210 .
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OLS 479 - Quality Management 3 Cr. Hrs.
Study of fundamental management techniques, existing and innovative improvement efforts, and specialized technical skills in a structure focused on continuously improving all processes within organizations - both service and manufacturing. (Same as MGT 479 ).
Prerequisite(s): MGT 210 and BUS 230 or MAT 108 .
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OLS 490 - Senior Seminar in Organizational Leadership 3 Cr. Hrs.
A study of how organizational leaders create an environment conducive to high levels of employee self-motivation, quality and productivity. Emphasis is placed on process and system thinking.
Prerequisite(s): MGT 343 , 443 , PSY 318
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OLS 495 - Organizational Leadership Internship 3 Cr. Hrs.
Students apply knowledge of theories, methods, and problems from previous course work to observe, study, and then recommend procedures to enhance or improve some aspect of an organization. The internship may be completed at students’ places of employment; however the work performed must be outside the scope of the students’ normal duties. The practicum also may be completed elsewhere. The course may be repeated once, but the students experiences must be different than or a more demanding extension of the original internship
Prerequisite(s): MGT 343 , MGT 443 , PSY 318 .
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PHI 101 - Introduction to Philosophy 3 Cr. Hrs.
Survey of basic philosophical issues and problems; includes works of important philosophers, modes of thinking, and philosophical inquiry.
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PHI 205 - Introduction to Ethics 3 Cr. Hrs.
Survey of modes of moral thinking and analysis and their application in specific practical settings; influence of religious values upon ethical development.
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PHI 206 - Medical Ethics 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
05. [CT] Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
This course begins with a survey of ethical theory and includes application of ethical analysis to a variety of issues which arise in the field of healtcare. Issues at the beginning and end of life, the use of sophisticated medical technologies, research ethics, access to health care, and disparities in health status are included. Discussions will be of interest to those planning to enter healthcare fields, those entering other service and helping professions, and those who become informed citizens.
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PHI 210 - Philosophical Foundations & Moral Reasoning 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
[ME] 12. Moral and ethical reasoning and action
[CT] 5. Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
[WC] 9. Written communication skills
An exploration of enduring philosophical questions; and a survey of moral reasoning in order to apply Christian belief.
Prerequisite(s): CHR 105 and ENG 102
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PHI 343 - Topics in Philosophy 3 Cr. Hrs.
An in-depth study of selected topics of philosophical significance.
Prerequisite(s): PHI 210 : Philosophical Foundations and Moral Reasoning Repeatable: Once for credit.
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PHI 345 - Philosophy of Religion 3 Cr. Hrs.
A study of the philosophical attempt to understand the nature of God and the significance of religion in the life of man.
Prerequisite(s): CHR 240 and PHI 210 Formerly: CHR 345
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PE 220 - Teaching Sport and Physical Activity 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course is designed to provide an introduction to the pedagogical process involved in successfully teaching for competency in sport and for optimum engagement in physical activity. An emphasis will be placed on basic theory related to standards-based curriculum planning, assessment, and teaching practice. Candidates will apply theory by planning and teaching lessons to peers or another target audience within the course. During this course candidates’ ability to achieve a health-enhancing level of fitness will be determined through the administering of the Fitnessgram test.
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PE 231 - Teaching Games for Understanding 1 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course is designed to provide theory and pedagogical content knowledge related to teaching invasion games for understanding with an emphasis on tactical and skill instruction. This is a course in which candidates are able to demonstrate personal competence and performance concepts related to skillful movement and skill performance for a variety of activities using the South Carolina Physical Education Assessment Program (SCPEAP). A minimum final grade of B is required to provide evidence that candidates can demonstrate movement competency in a variety of movement forms and movement concepts.
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PE 232 - Teaching Games for Understanding 2 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course is designed to provide theory and pedagogical content knowledge related to teaching net and target games for understanding with an emphasis on tactical and skill instruction. This is a course in which candidates are able to demonstrate personal competence and performance concepts related to skillful movement and skill performance for a variety of activities using the South Carolina Physical Education Assessment Program (SCPEAP). A minimum final grade of B is required to provide evidence that candidates can demonstrate movement competency in a variety of movement forms and movement concepts.
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PE 263 - Teaching Children How to Move 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course is designed to present the theory and pedagogical content knowledge related to teaching children rhythmic activities, body management, and other movement skills. Candidates will be given the opportunity to demonstrate personal competence in motor skill performance and an understanding of movement concepts for dance and body management patterns using the South Carolina Physical Education Assessment Program (SCPEAP). A minimum final grade of B is required to provide evidence that candidates can demonstrate movement competency in a variety of movement forms and movement concepts.
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PE 323 - Teaching Health Related Physical Education 2 Cr. Hrs.
Candidates will be presented research-based theory related to lifetime physical fitness and health and will be required to design, implement, and assess health-related concepts and physical activity lessons to K-12 students based on the theory learned in this course. Additionally, this course will allow candidates to demonstrate and apply scientific and theoretical concepts related to fitness. Candidates will complete an assessment of their health-related fitness using Fitnessgram. Must be admitted into the Teacher Education Program as a PE major.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of Benchmark I. Field Lab: (10 hours field lab required)
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PE 324 - Assessing Student Learning in Physical Education 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course investigates assessment theory in physical education and provides opportunities for candidates to design, implement, and assess appropriate learning experiences. The course will focus on performance-based assessment, authentic assessment, and continuous performance based assessment. The candidates will be assigned to a K-12 site for at least 10 hours of clinical teaching opportunities that focus on assessment for elementary and secondary students. Must be admitted into the Teacher Education Program as a PE major.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of Benchmark I. Field Lab: (10 hours field lab required)
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PE 333 - Elementary Physical Education Methods 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course is designed to introduce candidates to discipline-specific scientific and theoretical concepts critical to the development of a physically educated individual. The course will focus on designing, implementing, and assessing appropriate learning experiences for young learners (k-6). Included in this course is field experience II which requires candidates complete 20 hours of field experience in a physical education setting. Must be admitted into the Teacher Education Program as a PE major. Candidates will have four health-related physical fitness components tested using the Fitnessgram during this course.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of Benchmark I. Field Lab: (20 hrs of field experience required)
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PE 383 - Secondary Physical Education Methods 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course is designed to study content, teaching behavior, delivery of instruction, and lesson planning in the secondary school as well as apply curriculum and instructional theories and principles to students in secondary physical education. An emphasis will be placed on developing and implementing developmentally appropriate standards based learning experiences for all students. Must be admitted into the Teacher Education Program as a PE major and have successfully achieved and maintained the healthy fitness zone for each of the four health related components of fitness measured by Fitnessgram.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of Benchmark I. Field Lab: (20 hrs of field experience required)
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PHY 151 - General Physics 1 4 Cr. Hrs.
Study of kinematics, statics, vectors, energy, momentum and heat. Laboratory included.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 107 or MAT 140 .
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PHY 152 - General Physics 2 4 Cr. Hrs.
Study of electricity, magnetism, wave motion, sound, and light. Laboratory included.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in PHY 151 .
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PHY 153 - General Physics 1 Lab 0 Cr. Hrs.
Required lab for PHY 151 .
Corequisite(s): PHY 151 .
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PHY 154 - General Physics 2 Lab 0 Cr. Hrs.
Required lab for PHY 152 .
Corequisite(s): PHY 152 .
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PHY 201 - University Physics 1 4 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
[NW] 4. Knowledge of the physical and natural world
[QL] 8. Quantitative literacy
Calculus-based study of kinematics, force, energy, momentum, oscillatory motion, and waves. Laboratory included.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 140 .
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PHY 202 - University Physics 2 4 Cr. Hrs.
Calculus-based study of heat, thermodynamics, electric potential, electric and magnetic fields and currents. Laboratory included.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in PHY 201 .
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PHY 203 - University Physics 1 Lab 0 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
[NW] 4. Knowledge of the physical and natural world
[QL] 8. Quantitative literacy
Required lab for PHY 201 .
Corequisite(s): PHY 201 .
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PHY 204 - University Physics 2 Lab 0 Cr. Hrs.
Required lab for PHY 202 .
Corequisite(s): PHY 202 .
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PHY 215 - University Physics 3 4 Cr. Hrs.
Calculus-based study of electromagnetic fields, electromagnetic waves, optics, atomic physics, and nuclear physics. Laboratory included.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in PHY 202 .
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PHY 216 - University Physics 3 Lab 0 Cr. Hrs.
Required lab for PHY 215 .
Corequisite(s): PHY 215 .
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PS 101 - American National Government 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
02. [HB] Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
16. [CE] Local, national and global citizenship and civic engagement
Study of the constitutional basis of the federal government, including its organization, functions, and services.
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PS 102 - State and Local Government 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
02. [HB] Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
16. [CE] Local, national and global citizenship and civic engagement
Survey of the constitutional basis, structure, and functions of state and local governments in the United States.
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PS 201 - Research Methods for Political Science 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
02. [HB] Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
05. [CT] Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
08. [QL] Quantitative literacy, 09. [WC] Written communication skills
Introduces students to the quantative and qualitative methods that are essential for political science research.
Prerequisite(s): PS 101 or PS 102
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PS 220 - International Relations 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
02. [HB] Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
05. [CT] Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
09. [WC] Written communication skills
15. [CD] Intercultural and diversity awareness and understanding
16. [CE] Local, national and global citizenship and civic engagement
Students are introduced to the major concepts, theories, and research questions within the discipline of international relations. Primary topics include the causes of conflict, international security, international political economy, international law, international organizations, terrorism, and foreign policy.
Course Rotation: Annually
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PS 251 - Comparative Politics 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
02. [HB] Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
05. [CT] Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
09. [WC] Written communication skills
15. [CD] Intercultural and diversity awareness and understanding
16. [CE] Local, national and global citizenship and civic engagement
This course will introduce students to important concepts used in contemporary comparative political analysis. Topics may include democracy, dictatorship, the economic role of the state, political parties and interest groups, ethnic conflict, civil war, political violence, and revolution.
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PS 301 - Public Policy 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
02. [HB] Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
05. [CT] Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
09. [WC] Written communication skills
12. [ME] Moral and ethical reasoning and action
16. [CE] Local, national and global citizenship and civic engagement
This course examines the individuals, institutions, and processes involved in the making of public policy. Topics include social, environmental, economic, homeland security, and foreign policy. Additional issue areas may be covered depending on contemporary significance.
Prerequisite(s): PS 101 or PS 102 or with permission of instructor.
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PS 302 - International Political Economy 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
02. [HB] Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
03. [HP] Knowledge of global historical perspectives
05. [CT] Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
09. [WC] Written communication skills
12. [ME] Moral and ethical reasoning and action
This course serves as an introduction to the study of international political economy and will examine the issues of interdependence, cooperation, and contention in the contemporary global economy.
Prerequisite(s): PS 220 or with permission of instructor.
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PS 303 - United States Political Institutions 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
02. [HB] Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
05. [CT] Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
09. [WC] Written communication skills
16. [CE] Local, national and global citizenship and civic engagement
This course examines the major instutions of the United States national government. Attention will be paid primarily to the Legislative and Executive Branch and how they interact to create public policy.
Prerequisite(s): PS 101 or with permission of instructor.
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PS 304 - Interest Groups and Political Parties 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
02. [HB] Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
05. [CT] Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
09. [WC] Written communication skills
16. [CE] Local, national and global citizenship and civic engagement
This course examines the theoretical foundations, historical context, and current activities of special interest groups and political parties in the United States.
Prerequisite(s): PS 101 or PS 102 or with permission of instructor.
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PS 305 - War and Peace in World Politics 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
02. [HB] Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
03. [HP] Knowledge of global historical perspectives
05. [CT] Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
09. [WC] Written communication skills
12. [ME] Moral and ethical reasoning and action
15. [CD] Intercultural and diversity awareness and understanding
16. [CE] Local, national and global citizenship and civic engagement
An examination of the major theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of international conflict. This course studies the impact of domestic, state, regional, and global factors in explaining the reasons for war and peace.
Prerequisite(s): PS 220 or with permission of instructor.
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PS 306 - United States Foreign Policy 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
02. [HB] Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
05. [CT] Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
09. [WC] Written communication skills
16. [CE] Local, national and global citizenship and civic engagement
Examines the principal factors influencing the formulation of U.S. foreign policy, including the international environment, institutional setting, the President, Congress, and public opinion. The course will also survey national security issues such as nuclear proliferation, terrorism, and homeland defense.
Prerequisite(s): PS 101 or with permission of instructor.
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PS 310 - Judicial Process and Policy-Making in the United States 3 Cr. Hrs.
The point of this course is to instill in students a greater understanding of how the United States legal system and politics interact and to develop students’ ability to critically evaluate commentary on the United States judiciary. It will cover the organization of courts, selection of judges, judicial decision-making and judicial policy making. It will also draw distinctions between the state and federal court systems, as well as appellate and trial courts. In short, this course is designed help students become critical consumers of information about courts in the United States.
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PS 369 - Special Topics 3 Cr. Hrs.
Special topics in political science provides advanced study on select topics or emerging issues in political science.
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PS 401 - Western European Politics 3 Cr. Hrs.
The purpose of this course is to examine the political culture, political economies and the development of institutional structures in Western Europe.
Prerequisite(s): PS 251 : Comparative Politics or with instructor permission.
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PS 402 - Introduction to International Law and Organization 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course aims to understand how international law promotes cooperation among states (and citizens) through the use of case law studies and scholarly works. The role of international law, norms, and international organizations in the areas of international human rights, the use of armed force, the environment, and international peace and security will be discussed. Topics include key functions of the United Nations, the rule of law, international intervention and human rights, dispute settlement, the relationship between international and domestic politics, and the future of global governance.
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PS 410 - Civil Rights and Civil Liberties 3 Cr. Hrs.
Judicial review, constitutional powers of the President and Congress, federalism, sources of regulatory authority, and constitutional protection of political and economic rights. Current issues in civil rights and liberties, including first amendment freedoms, equal protection, privacy, and the rights of the accused.
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PS 411 - Comparative Public Policy 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course aims to understand how countries differ in their policy choices, with a focus on wealthy democracies. Topics will include social policy, labor and employment policy, criminal justice policy, and immigration and citizenship policies.
Prerequisite(s): PS 101 or PS 102 or PS 251 or with permission of instructor
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PS 497 - Political Science Senior Seminar 3 Cr. Hrs.
Participation in political science colloquia; reflection on and assessment of political science major; consideration of career and graduate/professional school opportunities.
Prerequisite(s): PS 201 . Senior Political Science major.
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POR 111 - Portuguese Language & Culture 1 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
[CD] 15. Intercultural and diversity awareness and understanding
[WC] 9. Written communication skills
[OC] 10. Oral communication skills
Introduction to pronunciation, grammar, reading of simple texts, aural-oral practice, Brazilian culture and customs; open to students with little or no previous study of Portuguese. Course materials include oral/aural student practice activities completed online outside of class.
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POR 112 - Portuguese Language and Culture 2 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
[CD] 15. Intercultural and diversity awareness and understanding
[WC] 9. Written communication skills
[OC] 10. Oral communication skills
Continuation of pronunciation, grammar, reading of simple texts, aural-oral practice, Brazilian culture and customs; open to students who have taken 110. Course materials include oral/aural student practice activities completed online outside of class.
Prerequisite(s): POR 111
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Psychology |
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PSY 101 - Introduction to Psychology 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
[HB] 2. Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
[CT] 5. Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
Introduction to Psychology is a survey course that provides an overview of the methods, terms, theories and research findings in the field of psychology. By understanding the principles of psychology, students learn and understand more about themselves and others.
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PSY 102 - Pathways in Psychology 2 Cr. Hrs.
Study of career planning and developmental issues; topics include an overview of the psychology major, career options, and improving writing skills with an emphasis on APA format.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or HDFS 101
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PSY 190 - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences 3 Cr. Hrs.
Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences provides an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics as well as computer statistical analysis.
Prerequisite(s): A “C” or higher in MAT 108 and PSY 101 .
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PSY 205 - Human Development 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides a survey of human development and developmental theories from conception to death focusing on the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial factors that affect individuals across the life span.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101
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PSY 211 - Research Methods 4 Cr. Hrs.
This course examines the principles of research design, methodology, and data analysis in psychology. Method and design issues relevant to a wide range of substantive areas in psychology are covered, such as experimental designs, survey research, observational research, and qualitative content analysis. Further, students receive an introduction to data management and analysis and research ethics.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 , PSY 102 , and PSY 190 , or with instructor approval.
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PSY 213 - Psychology Lab Research Assistant 2 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides undergraduate students with firsthand experience in a psychology lab. Duties vary depending on the researcher and the project but can include tasks such as literature searches; gathering, coding and entering data; and participating in research discussions with the lab team.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 , PSY 190 , and PSY 211 , or permission from the instructor. Repeatable: (May be repeated up to 3 times).
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PSY 301 - Social Psychology 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course examines the influence of the social context on an individual’s thoughts and behavior. Topics include social perception and cognition, attribution, attitude formation, prejudice and discrimination, interpersonal attraction and relationships, social influence, prosocial behavior, and aggression.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or SOC 101 .
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PSY 311 - Research Methods II 4 Cr. Hrs.
Advanced course in research methods combining text based learning of more complex methodological techniques and analysis, design, implementation, analysis. The presentation of a completed project is expected.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 211 .
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PSY 312 - Principles of Learning 3 Cr. Hrs.
Survey of principles of behavior and learning and their significance for psychological theory and application.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 211 . PSY 312 cannot be used as a substitute for EDU 211 .
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PSY 314 - Physiological Psychology 3 Cr. Hrs.
Survey of the physiological basis and mechanisms of thoughts and behavior through a study of the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, particularly the processing of sensation and perception.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 , BIO 110 or 150 , or permission of instructor. Same as BIO 314 .
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PSY 316 - Personality 3 Cr. Hrs.
Study of major theories of personality; organization, dynamics, development and assessment of personality.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 , PSY 102 , PSY 190 , and PSY 211 or with instructor approval. Course Rotation: (Fall, Spring)
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PSY 318 - Industrial/Organizational Psychology 3 Cr. Hrs.
Study of psychological principles applied to the workplace. Topics include: employee recruitment, selection, training, performance management, motivation, attitudes, and response to workplace stressors.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 .
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PSY 330 - Group Dynamics 3 Cr. Hrs.
The course will provide students with a foundation in the principles of group dynamics, with an emphasis on small-group dynamics. Key aspects and principles of group functioning will be addressed including group formation, conflict, structure, influence, and power. Applications of these principles to the functioning of small groups in psychology will also be addressed.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101
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PSY 340 - Human Sexuality 3 Cr. Hrs.
Exploration of the biological, spiritual, psychosocial, and cultural dimensions of sexuality from a Christian worldview via the examination of theories, perspectives, concepts, and data from the scientific study of sexuality.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 ; BIO 150 This course has preferential seating for HDFS majors and PSY majors. Open seats are filled with HDFS minors and PSY minors first at the conclusion of the pre-registration period. At the conclusion of the pre-registration period, after majors and minors from the above named degree programs have been given the opportunity to register for the course, non-majors/minors may register for it on a first-come, first-served basis.
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PSY 350 - Abnormal Psychology 3 Cr. Hrs.
Study of the epidemiology, etiology, diagnostic system, and treatment of neuropsychiatric syndromes and disorders. This course does not produce diagnosticians of mental illness but is a preparation for the clinical study of diagnosis.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 , PSY 102 , PSY 190 , and PSY 211 or instructor approval. Course Rotation: Fall and Spring
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PSY 360 - Cognitive Psychology 3 Cr. Hrs.
Introduction to the study of how the mind perceives, organizes and remembers information. Topics include attention, knowledge representation, memory, language, and reasoning. Experiences include data compilation, analysis, evaluation, and reporting; critical reading of supplementary articles; demonstrations and discussions.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101
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PSY 370 - Psychological Testing and Measurement 3 Cr. Hrs.
A study of the basic measurement theory and its practical application to problems of choosing, administering, and evaluating the results of tests. The more common aptitude, achievement, interest, intelligence, and personality tests will be considered.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 , PSY 190 , PSY 211
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PSY 375 - Counseling Psychology 3 Cr. Hrs.
Study of major theories and techniques of counseling and psychotherapy with attention to the basic helping skills common to all therapeutic interaction.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 , PSY 102 , PSY 190 , and PSY 211 or instructor approval. Course Rotation: Spring.
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PSY 380 - Psychology of Religion 3 Cr. Hrs.
Empirical analysis of the effects religion has on the individual; topics include religious development; religious expression; religious conversion; religious attitudes and behaviors; and religion’s effects on mental health.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101
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PSY 390 - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences II 4 Cr. Hrs.
This course builds on student knowledge attained in PSY 190 and provides an in-depth examination of inferential statistics used in Behavioral Sciences. Topics include analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, multivariate techniques, and non-parametric analyses.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 211
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PSY 410 - History and Systems of Psychology 3 Cr. Hrs.
Examination of psychology from its origins in philosophy, biology, and physics through the major schools of psychology and current perspectives of behavior.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 , PSY 102 , PSY 190 , and PSY 211 or instructor approval.
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PSY 490 - Individual Project 3 Cr. Hrs.
Designed for upper level psychology majors; extensive written review or a research project with a paper under the direct supervision of a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): 12 hours of PSY courses including PSY 211 Repeatable: May be repeated once for credit: if taken a second time, it will count as a general elective.
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PSY 491 - Internship 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course is designed to provide exposure to the work of a human services organization and to provide an opportunity for career exploration. An academic component complements the work experience. Internships are individually arranged and may be done in wide variety of human service settings. Students may take this course up to two times for credit if the internship placements differ.
Prerequisite(s): Junior Psychology major standing. Same as HS 491 .
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PSY 498 - Senior Seminar 3 Cr. Hrs.
A capstone seminar for graduating seniors designed to survey, review and integrate the various findings and subject matter of psychology and to prepare the student for future employment or graduate study.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 350 - Abnormal Psychology , PSY 410 and Senior Psychology majors or permission of the instructor.
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SCI 104 - Inquiry in the Sciences 4 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
[NW] 4. Knowledge of the physical and natural world
[CT] 5. Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
An inquiry-based study of diverse topics in science with emphasis in 3 main areas: Biology, Chemistry, and Physical science. This course will emphasize places science intersects with the world and current societal issues. Laboratory included. Seated sections will include face-to-face lab exercises whereas online sections will pursue inquiry activities using resources such as online databases, scientific literature, and individualized field experiences. No prerequisites.
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SCI 107 - Introduction to the Physical Sciences 4 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
04. [NW] Knowledge of the physical and natural world
08. [QL] Quantitative literacy
This course is designed to expose students to the scientific method and the fundamental concepts of physical science, earth science, space science, and chemistry as both learners and pre-service teachers.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 104 ;
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SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology 3 Cr. Hrs.
Common Learning Outcomes
[HB] 2. Knowledge of human behaviors and structures
[CT] 5. Critical thinking skills: inquiry, analysis and creative problem-solving
Overview of the field of sociology utilizing a comparative global perspective to focus on culture and social interaction in the United States as well as many other countries. This course includes an exploration of major concepts, theories, and research principles along with analysis of selected social institutions, such as: the family, the educational system, the mass media and the criminal justice system. The relationships between the individual, groups and larger social structures and culture are also examined.
Course Rotation: (Fall, Spring)
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SOC 202 - Social Problems 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course provides an overview of selected social problems within a sociological framework. Some major topics include: health and disease, crime, terrorism, family life issues, substance abuse, poverty, the environment and population growth. Emphasis is placed on the scope and consequences of these problems within the United States as well as in global perspective.
Course Rotation: (Fall, Spring)
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SOC 301 - Social Psychology 3 Cr. Hrs.
This course examines the influence of the social context on an individual’s thoughts and behavior. Topics include social perception and cognition, attribution, attitude formation, prejudice and discrimination, interpersonal attraction and relationships, social influence, prosocial behavior, and aggression.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or SOC 101 .
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SOC 303 - Marriage and Family 3 Cr. Hrs.
Sociological analysis of the family with an emphasis on the United States. Major topics include: ethnic and cultural diversity, family issues such as abuse and divorce, family related social policies and an exploration of the influence of larger scale cultural factors on the structure of the family.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 101 . Course Rotation: (Fall, Spring)
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