May 18, 2024  
2014-2015 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 
    
2014-2015 Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Listings


 

Mathematics - Undergraduate

  
  • MATH 1580D - Survey of Mathematics with Applications

    3 hours
    1580. Survey of Mathematics with Applications. 3 hours. Topics include probability, statistics, algebra, logic and the mathematics of finance. Additional topics are selected from geometry, sets, cryptography, fair division, voting theory and graph theory. Emphasis is on applications. Recreational and historical aspects of selected topics are also included. Technology is used extensively. Math 1580 is not intended to prepare students for calculus, science, engineering or business courses. Students may not receive credit for both Math 1580 and Math 1581. Prerequisite(s) : Two years of high school algebra and one year of high school geometry and consent of department, or MATH 1010 with a grade of C or better.
  
  • MATH 1581D - Survey of Mathematics with Applications and Algebra Review

    4 hours
    1581. Survey of Mathematics with Applications and Algebra Review. 4 hours (3;1). An alternate version of Math 1580 for students identified in the mathematics placement process as requiring supplemental instruction to strengthen their algebra skills. Students may not enroll in this course if they have received credit for any other UNT mathematics course with a grade of C or better. Students may not receive credit for both Math 1580 and Math 1581. Prerequisite(s) : Consent of department.
  
  • MATH 1650D - Pre-Calculus

    5 hours
    A preparatory course for calculus. trigonometric functions, their graphs and applications; sequences and series; exponential and logarithmic functions and their graphs; graphs of polynomial and rational functions; general discussion of functions and their properties. MATH 1650 covers approximately the same material as MATH 1600 and MATH 1610 together. Students who already have credit for both MATH 1600 and MATH 1610 may not receive credit for MATH 1650. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1100D  with grade of C or better. Satisfies the Mathematics requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
  
  • MATH 1680D - Elementary Probability and Statistics

    3 hours
    TCCNS Number: (1342 or 2342)
    An introductory course to serve students of any field who want to apply statistical inference. Descriptive statistics, elementary probability, estimation, hypothesis testing and small samples. Students may not receive credit for both MATH 1680 and MATH 1681. Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school algebra and one year of high school geometry and consent of department, or MATH 1010D  with grade of C or better. Satisfies the Mathematics requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
  
  • MATH 1681D - Elementary Probability and Statistics with Algebra Review

    4
    1681. Elementary Probability and Statistics with Algebra Review. 4 hours (3;1). An alternate version of Math 1680 for students identified in the mathematics placement process as requiring supplemental instruction to strengthen their algebra skills. Students may not enroll in this course if they have received credit for any other UNT mathematics course with a grade of C or better. Students may not receive credit for both Math 1680 and Math 1681. Prerequisite(s) : Consent of department
  
  • MATH 1710D - Calculus I

    4 hours
    TCCNS Number: -2413
    Limits and continuity, derivatives and integrals; differentiation and integration of polynomial, rational, trigonometric, and algebraic functions; applications, including slope, velocity, extrema, area, volume and work. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1650D ; or both MATH 1600 and MATH 1610. Satisfies the Mathematics requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
  
  • MATH 1720D - Calculus II

    3 hours
    TCCNS Number: -2414
    Differentiation and integration of exponential, logarithmic and transcendental functions; integration techniques; indeterminate forms; improper integrals; area and arc length in polar coordinates; infinite series; power series; Taylor’s theorem. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1710D . Satisfies the Mathematics requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
  
  • MATH 1780D - Probability Models

    3 hours
    Probability theory, discrete and continuous random variables, Markov chains, limit theorems, stochastic processes, models for phenomena with statistical regularity. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1710D .
  
  • MATH 2000D - Discrete Mathematics

    3.0
    3 hours. Introductory proof-writing, logic, sets, relations and functions, induction and recursion, combinatorics and counting techniques, discrete probability, and graphs. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1710D  (may be taken concurrently).
  
  • MATH 2100D - Functions and Modeling for Secondary Mathematics Instruction

    3 hours
    In-depth study of topics in secondary school mathematics. Emphasis is on modeling with linear, exponential, and trigonometric functions; curve fitting; discrete and continuous models. Exploratory work with presentations of findings are an integral part of the course. Pedagogical uses of appropriate technology are explored. Prerequisite(s) : MATH 1710D , MATH 1720D  (may be taken concurrently) and TNTX 1100D  (may be taken concurrently), or consent of the Teach North Texas adviser.
  
  • MATH 2700D - Linear Algebra and Vector Geometry

    3 hours
    TCCNS Number: -2318
    Vector spaces over the real number field; applications to systems of linear equations and analytic geometry in En, linear transformations, matrices, determinants and eigenvalues. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1720D .
  
  • MATH 2730D - Multivariable Calculus

    3 hours
    TCCNS Number: (2315 or 2415).
    Vectors and analytic geometry in 3-space; partial and directional derivatives; extrema; double and triple integrals and applications; cylindrical and spherical coordinates. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1720D .
  
  • MATH 2770D - Discrete Mathematical Structures

    3 hours
    TCCNS Number: -2305
    Introductory mathematical logic, mathematical induction, relations and functions, combinatorics, counting techniques, graphs and trees, and finite automata theory. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1710D ; CSCE 1020D  or CSCE 1030D  (may be taken concurrently).
  
  • MATH 2900D - Special Problems

    1-3
    1-3 hours each. May be repeated for credit.
  
  • MATH 3000D - Real Analysis I

    3 hours
    Introduction to mathematical proofs through real analysis. Topics include sets, relations, types of proofs, continuity and topology of the real line. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1720D .
  
  • MATH 3350D - Introduction to Numerical Analysis

    3 hours
    Description and mathematical analysis of methods used for solving problems of a mathematical nature on the computer. Roots of equations, systems of linear equations, polynomial interpolation and approximation, least-squares approximation, numerical solution of ordinary differential equations. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2700D  and computer programming ability.
  
  • MATH 3400D - Number Theory

    3 hours
    Factorizations, congruencies, quadratic reciprocity, finite fields, quadratic forms, diophantine equations. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2510 or MATH 2770D .
  
  • MATH 3410D - Differential Equations I

    3 hours
    First-order equations, existence-uniqueness theorem, linear equations, separation of variables, higher-order linear equations, systems of linear equations, series solutions and numerical solutions. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1720D  and MATH 2700D .
  
  • MATH 3420D - Differential Equations II

    3 hours
    Ordinary differential equations arising from partial differential equations by means of separation of variables; method of characteristics for first-order PDEs; boundary value problems for ODEs; comparative study of heat equation, wave equation and Laplace’s equation by separation of variables and numerical methods; further topics in numerical solution of ODEs. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2700D  and MATH 3410D .
  
  • MATH 3510D - Introduction to Abstract Algebra

    3 hours
    Groups, rings, integral domains, polynomial rings and fields. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2510.
  
  • MATH 3520D - Abstract Algebra II

    3 hours
    Topics from coding theory, quadratic forms, Galois theory, multilinear algebra, advanced group theory, and advanced ring theory. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3510D .
  
  • MATH 3610D - Real Analysis II

    3 hours
    Continuation of MATH 2510. Topics include derivatives, integrals, limits of sequences of functions, Fourier series; and an introduction to multivariable analysis. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2510 and MATH 2700D  (may be taken concurrently).
  
  • MATH 3680D - Applied Statistics

    3 hours
    Descriptive statistics, elements of probability, random variables, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, regression, contingency tables. Prerequisite(s) : MATH 1710D  and either credit for MATH 1720D  or concurrent enrollment in MATH 1720D .
  
  • MATH 3740D - Vector Calculus

    3 hours
    Theory of vector-valued functions on Euclidean space. Derivative as best linear-transformation approximation to a function. Divergence, gradient, curl. Vector fields, path integrals, surface integrals. Constrained extrema and Lagrange multipliers. Implicit function theorem. Jacobian matrices. Green’s, Stokes’, and Gauss’ (divergence) theorems in Euclidean space. Differential forms and an introduction to differential geometry. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2700D  and MATH 2730D .
  
  • MATH 4050D - Advanced Study of the Secondary Mathematics Curriculum

    3 hours
    Study of mathematical topics in the secondary curriculum from and advanced viewpoint. Discussion of the relationship between the secondary and collegiate curricula. Combinatorics. The Euclidean algorithm, congruence classes, and prime factorization. Modeling with differential equations. Conic sections. Pedagogical techniques. Prerequisite(s) : MATH 2100D  and either MATH 3510D  or MATH 3610D .
  
  • MATH 4060D - Foundations of Geometry

    3 hours
    Selections from synthetic, analytic, projective, Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometry. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3000D  or equivalent.
  
  • MATH 4100D - Fourier Analysis

    3 hours
    Application oriented introduction to Fourier analysis, including Fourier series, Fourier transforms, discrete Fourier transforms, wavelets, orthogonal polynomials, and the Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) algorithm. The theoretical portions of this course will emphasize interconnections and operator algebraic formalism. Applications will be chosen from among differential equations, signal processing, probability, and high precision arithmetic. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1720D  and MATH 2700D . Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH 2730D  and MATH 3410D  recommended.
  
  • MATH 4200D - Dynamical Systems

    3 hours
    One-dimensional dynamics. Sarkovskii’s theory, routes to chaos, symbolic dynamics, higher-dimensional dynamics, attractors, bifurcations, quadratic maps, Julia and Mandelbrot sets. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3610D .
  
  • MATH 4430D - Introduction to Graph Theory

    3 hours
    Introduction to combinatorics through graph theory. Topics introduced include connectedness, factorization, Hamiltonian graphs, network flows, Ramsey numbers, graph coloring, automorphisms of graphs and Polya’s Enumeration Theorem. Connections with computer science are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2510 or MATH 2770D .
  
  • MATH 4450D - Introduction to the Theory of Matrices

    3 hours
    Congruence (Hermitian); similarity; orthogonality, matrices with polynomial elements and minimal polynomials; Cayley-Hamilton theorem; bilinear and quadratic forms; eigenvalues. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2700D .
  
  • MATH 4500D - Introduction to Topology

    3 hours
    Point set topology; connectedness, compactness, continuous functions and metric spaces. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3610D .
  
  • MATH 4520D - Introduction to Functions of a Complex Variable

    3 hours
    Algebra of complex numbers and geometric representation; analytic functions; elementary functions and mapping; real-line integrals; complex integration; power series; residues, poles, conformal mapping and applications. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2730D .
  
  • MATH 4610D - Probability

    3 hours
    Combinatorial analysis, probability, conditional probability, independence, random variables, expectation, generating functions and limit theorems. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2730D .
  
  • MATH 4650D - Statistics

    3 hours
    Sampling distributions, point estimation, interval estimation, hypothesis testing, goodness of fit tests, regression and correlation, analysis of variance, and non-parametric methods. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3680D  or at least a 4 on the AP Statistics test; and MATH 4610D .
  
  • MATH 4900D - Special Problems

    1-3 hours

Mathematics - Graduate

  
  • MATH 5001D - Teaching Dual Credit Mathematics

    3
    3 hours. Course planning and course syllabus, the preparation and mechanics of lectures and problem solv-ing sessions, models of instruction, the preparation, administration and grading of examinations, the mathematical foundations of secondary and dual credit curricula; review of the undergraduate mathematics curriculum. Prerequisite(s): Admission to M.Ed. program or consent of instructor
  
  • MATH 5011D - Mathematical Models for Educators

    3
    3 hours. Algebraic, geometrical and numerical techniques of math modelling. Models formulated for prob-lems arising in applications of mathematics that can be utilized by educators to motivate learning and appreciation of mathematics. Topics may include applications of math in coding theory, graph theory, game theory, difference equations and stochastic difference equations. Prerequisite(s) : Admission to M.Ed. program or consent of instructor.
  
  • MATH 5090D - Topics in Math Content and Pedagogy

    3
    3 hours. This course considers topics in Math content and pedagogy that are not covered in other courses. Potential topics may include advanced mathematical thinking, use of technology in mathematics instruction, research-based practices in teaching undergraduate mathematics; historical develop-ment of various mathematical topics, mathematical literacy and proficiency, instructional strate-gies. Math content topics that promote student learning and appreciation of mathematics and are of interest to math educators. Prerequisite(s) : Admission to M.Ed. program or consent of instructor
  
  • MATH 5611D - Introduction to Mathematical Analysis I

    3
    3 hours. This is the first part of a two semester course in Introduction to Mathematical Analysis. Topics include: real number system; sequences and series; limit and differentiation, the Riemann integral, sequences of functions, elementary metric space theory including compactness, connectedness and completeness, complex analytic functions, Cauchy’s theorem, the Taylor and Laurent series, resi-dues, and Contour integrals. Prerequisite(s) : Admission to M.Ed. program or consent of instructor.
  
  • MATH 5621D - Introduction to Mathematical Analysis II

    3
    3 hours. This is the second part of a two semester course in Introduction to Mathematical Analysis. Topics include: real number system; sequences and series; limit and differentiation, the Riemann integral, sequences of functions, elementary metric space theory including compactness, connectedness and completeness, complex analytic functions, Cauchy’s theorem, the Taylor and Laurent series, resi-dues, and Contour integrals. Prerequisite(s) : Admission to M.Ed. program or consent of instructor
  
  • MATH 5680D - Introduction to Probability and Statistics

    3
    3 hours. Foundation for elementary statistics ; combinatorial analysis, probability, conditional probability, independence, random variables, expectation, generating functions and limit theorems, sampling distributions, point estimation, interval estimation, hypothesis testing, goodness of fit tests, regression and correlation, analysis of variance, and non-parametric methods. Prerequisite(s) : Admission to M.Ed. program or consent of instructor.

Middle School Education - Undergraduate

  
  • EDME 3380D - Teaching and Learning in the Middle Grades

    3 hours
    This course provides middle level teacher candidates with the knowledge and skills to teach young adolescents. Topics include 1) young adolescent development, 2) the middle level philosophy and school organization, 3) middle level curriculum, instruction, and assessment teaching skills, and 4) middle level profession roles. Prerequisite(s) : Admission to the teacher education program (includes participation in a field-based program); an adolescent / lifespan development course, and an educational-application computer course.
  
  • EDME 4103D - Student Teaching in Grades 4-8

    3 hours
    Teaching under supervision in grades 4 through 8. Prerequisite(s): admission to teacher education program; EDEE 3320D , EDME 3380D ; the required EDME content-specific methods course, EDRE 4870D , and the required EDBE courses. Pass/no pass only.
  
  • EDME 4104D - Student Teaching in Grades 4-8

    3 hours
    Teaching under supervision in grades 4 through 8. Prerequisite(s): admission to teacher education program; EDEE 3320D , EDME 3380D ; the required EDME content-specific methods course, EDRE 4870D , and the required EDBE courses. Pass/no pass only.
  
  • EDME 4330D - Science in Grades 4-8

    3 hours
    Subject matter background and material organization for an integrated science program in the upper elementary and middle school. Students experience first-hand the scope and sequence of science education. Assignments, directed field experience, and other class activities take place on site in an upper elementary or middle school setting. Prerequisite(s) : Admission to the teacher education program, which includes participation in a field-based program, EDEE 3320D , EDSE 4060D , DFST 4133D , EDEE 2000D , EDSP 3210D , CECS 4100, and required core and academic major science courses.
  
  • EDME 4340D - Social Studies in Grades 4-8

    3 hours
    Principles of teaching social studies in the upper elementary and middle school. Students observe social studies instruction and materials in real settings, apply principles of social studies instruction on classroom settings, and experience first-hand the scope and sequence of the curriculum in an upper elementary or middle school setting. Assignments, directed field experience and other class activities take place in a school settings. Prerequisite(s) : Admission to the teacher education program, which includes participation in a field-based program, EDEE 3320D , EDSE 4060D , DFST 4133D , EDEE 2000D , EDSP 3210D , CECS 4100, and required core and academic major social studies courses.
  
  • EDME 4351D - Teaching Mathematics in Grades 4-8

    3 hours
    This course offers candidates a constructivist approach to helping students develop a knowledge of mathematics in grades 4-8. Teaching strategies are presented with developmental activities that can be used with middle grade students. Students will reflect on what it means to teach mathematics and explore the factors that influence teaching. Prerequisite(s) : Admission to the teacher education program, which includes participation in a field-based program for the middle grades in mathematics, EDEE 3320D ; required core and academic major math courses and EDEC and DFST classes.
  
  • EDME 4900D - Special Problems

    1-3
    1-3 hours.

Music Ensembles - Undergraduate

  
  • MUEN 2500D - Music Ensemble

    3
    3 hours. This is a non-auditioned vocal and instrumental ensemble course open to all students in the university community.

Music History and Literature, Musicology - Undergraduate

  
  • MUMH 2040D - Music Appreciation

    3 hours
    TCCNS Number: (MUSI 1306)
    Music masterpieces; elements of music, form and design; relation of music to other areas of cultural development; live and recorded performances. For non-music majors. Satisfies the Visual and Performing Arts requirement of the University Core Curriculum.

Non-Course Based Opt in Math

  
  • UGMT 1301D - Non-Course Based Option in Mathematics

    1-3
    1-3 hours. The content of this course will be tailored to the individual student and may include basic algebra, linear equations and inequalities, polynomials, rational expressions, factoring, exponents and radicals, and quadratic equations.

Physics - Undergraduate

  
  • PHYS 1052D - Solar System

    3
    1052. Solar System. 3 hours (3;2). History of astronomy and the physical properties of the earth, moon, planets and minor bodies. Includes weekly outdoor and indoor laboratory exercises. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum. Prerequisite(s) : MATH 1100 or above.
  
  • PHYS 1062D - Stars and the Universe

    3
    1062. Stars and the Universe. 3 hours (3;2). Properties of stars and stellar systems and a study of the origin, evolution and future of the universe. Includes weekly outdoor and indoor laboratory exercises. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum. Prerequisite(s) : MATH 1100 or above.
  
  • PHYS 1210D - Conceptual Physics

    3 hours
    TCCNS Number: -1415
    (3;3). Principles and applications of mechanics, heat, sound, light, electricity and atomic physics for the elementary education major. May not use both PHYS 1210 and PHYS 1311 to satisfy a laboratory science requirement. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum (by elementary education students). Prerequisite(s): MATH 1100D  or higher and interdisciplinary studies (elementary education) major status.
  
  • PHYS 1410D - General Physics I

    3
    TCCNS Number: 1301
    1410 (1301). General Physics I. 3 hours. (3;0;1) Non-calculus based physics sequence suitable for life sciences majors and preprofessional students. Principles and applications of mechanics, sound and heat. Prerequisite(s): proficiency in algebra and trigonometry. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
  
  • PHYS 1420D - General Physics II

    3
    TCCNS Number: 1302
    1420 (1302). General Physics II. 3 hours. (3;0;1) Non-calculus based physics sequence suitable for life sciences majors and preprofessional students. Principles and applications of electricity, magnetism, light and atomic physics. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 1410 or consent of department. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
  
  • PHYS 1430D - General Physics Laboratory I

    1
    TCCNS Number: 1101
    1430 (1101). General Physics Laboratory I. 1 hour. (0;3) Prerequisite(s): credit for or concurrent enrollment in PHYS 1410. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
  
  • PHYS 1440D - General Physics Laboratory II

    1
    TCCNS Number: 1102
    1440 (1102). General Physics Laboratory II. 1 hour. (0;3) Prerequisite(s): credit for or concurrent enrollment in PHYS 1420. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
  
  • PHYS 1710D - Mechanics

    3 hours
    TCCNS Number: -2325
    (3;0;1) Laws of motion; inertia, acceleration, force, energy, momentum and angular momentum. Rotational and oscillatory motion. Gravitation. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1710D . May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
  
  • PHYS 1730D - Laboratory in Mechanics

    1 hour
    TCCNS Number: -2125
    (0;3) Prerequisite(s): credit for or concurrent enrollment in MATH 1710D . May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
  
  • PHYS 2220D - Electricity and Magnetism

    3 hours
    TCCNS Number: -2326
    (3;0;1) Electric fields, dc and ac circuits, magnetic fields and magnetic induction. Electric and magnetic properties of matter. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 1420 or PHYS 1710D  ; MATH 1720D . It is recommended that the course be taken concurrently with PHYS 2240D  . May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
  
  • PHYS 2240D - Laboratory in Wave Motion, Electricity, Magnetism and Optics

    1 hour
    TCCNS Number: -2126
    (0;3) Prerequisite(s): credit for or concurrent enrollment in PHYS 2220D . May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.

Political Science - Undergraduate

  
  • PSCI 1040D - American Government: Laws and Institutions

    3 hours
    TCCNS Number: (GOVT 2301)
    U.S. and Texas constitutions, federalism, local government, institutions, civil rights and civil liberties. Satisfies legislative requirement of a course emphasizing U.S. and Texas constitutions. PSCI 1040 must be taken to satisfy the requirement of a course emphasizing U.S. and Texas constitutions.
  
  • PSCI 1050D - American Government: Process and Policies

    3 hours
    TCCNS Number: (GOVT 2302)
    Political parties, elections, interest groups, mass media, public opinion and public policy. PSCI 1050 or PSCI 1060D  fulfills the remaining 3 hours of the legislative requirement for 6 hours of government.
  
  • PSCI 1060D - American Government: Topics

    3 hours
    Individually or team-taught courses that explore in depth a substantive aspect of American government or politics. Topics vary and may include (but are not limited to) specific contemporary public issues, institutional simulations, and politics through the arts and literature. May be repeated for credit as topics vary. May be used for duplication only when topic is the same. PSCI 1060 fulfills the remaining 3 hours of the legislative requirement for 6 hours of government.
  
  • PSCI 3010D - American State and Local Government

    3
    3 hours. Political processes among state and local governments, and similarities and variations in the politics and policies of states.
  
  • PSCI 3020D - Government & Politics in Texas

    3
    3 hours. This course introduces students to the political processes and administrative procedures of state governments. It will take a comparative approach and discuss the similarities and differences among states with respect to institutional structures, laws and regulations, political cultures, histories, demographics, and economics.
  
  • PSCI 3100D - Topics in American Government

    3
    3 hours. Major areas of research and controversy in American politics. Representative topics include political campaigning, minority group politics, and science fiction and politics. May be repeated for credit as topics vary.
  
  • PSCI 3110D - The Legislative Process

    3 hours
    3110. The Legislative Process. 3 hours. Legislative behavior, representation, selection of legislators, organization and procedures; relationships to other branches of government.
  
  • PSCI 3120D - Women and Politics

    3
    3 hours. Explores aspects of women’s political, legal and economic lives in which gender intersects with government; provides overview of issues and important concepts, events and movements concerning them.
  
  • PSCI 3130D - Interest Groups

    3
    3 hours. The theory, development, types, operations and effectiveness of interest groups in American politics.
  
  • PSCI 3160D - Mass Media in American Politics

    3
    3 hours. Mass media’s impact upon the political process, institutions and the individual.
  
  • PSCI 3200D - The American Legal System

    3 hours
    3200. The American Legal System. 3 hours. Institutions and processes; courts and judicial behavior.
  
  • PSCI 3210D - The U.S. Supreme Court

    3 hours
    3210. The U.S. Supreme Court. 3 hours. Explores varying aspects of the U.S. Supreme Court, including how the Supreme Court selects and decides cases, how justices are appointed to the Supreme Court, how the Supreme Court interacts with other branches of government and interest groups, and how decisions are implemented.
  
  • PSCI 4020D - Urban Politics

    3 hours
    4020. Urban Politics. 3 hours. The city in social order; political machinery of central city and suburbs; types of conflicts, policies, leadership and groups; metropolitan government.
  
  • PSCI 4100D - Political Parties

    3
    3 hours. Development, nature, problems, organization, operation and functions.
  
  • PSCI 4120D - Public Opinion and Participation

    3
    3 hours. Shaping factors, communication techniques, public opinion, governmental action and democracy.
  
  • PSCI 4140D - The Presidency

    3
    3 hours. Development of power, influence and limitations of the chief executive; selection, office, changing role and problems of control.
  
  • PSCI 4200D - Constitutional Law: Discrimination and the Powers of the Government

    3 hours
    4200. Constitutional Law: Discrimination and the Powers of the Government. 3 hours each. Constitution of the United States; work of the Supreme Court, and effects of decisions on national and state government. Decisions of the United States Supreme Court; scope of legislative, executive and judicial power; presidential power in war and foreign affairs; clash of national and state power; economic liberties and property rights; racial and gender discrimination.
  
  • PSCI 4210D - Constitutional Law: Rights and Liberties

    3
    3 hours each. Constitution of the United States; work of the Supreme Court, and effects of decisions on national and state government. Decisions of the United States Supreme Court; freedom of religion, speech and press; rights of criminal defendants; right to privacy.
  
  • PSCI 4220D - Jurisprudence

    3 hours
    4220. Jurisprudence. 3 hours. Law in the modern state, meaning and objects, sources and growth, and conceptions of rights and justice. Prerequisite(s): 3 hours in public law.
  
  • PSCI 4520D - International Human Rights

    3 hours
    Consideration of the concept and role of human rights in international affairs. Satisfies the Cross-cultural, Diversity and Global Studies requirement of the University Core Curriculum.

Psychology - Undergraduate

  
  • PSYC 1100D - Introduction to Psychology

    3
    3 hours. This course offers a general understanding and application of the basic principles of psychology.  Topics will include the history of psychology, scientific methods, physiological foundation of behavior, development, principles of learning, personality theory, abnormal behavior, and social psychology.
  
  • PSYC 1500D - Mythbusting : Distinguishing Fact from Fallacy in Psychology and Everyday Life

    3
    3 hours.  This type of mythbusting consists of learning a variety of approaches to critical thinking, preparing students to be able to differentiate information as fact or fallacy.  Traditional teaching methods with texts, lectures and discussion are used with a variety of in-class and homework experiences and assignments to develop and practice the necessary skills. Prerequisite(s) : Limited to freshmen and sophomores.
  
  • PSYC 1630D - General Psychology I

    3 hours
    Nature of psychology with emphases on the study of personality development, decision making, reactions to frustration, mental health, and how the individual interacts with and is influenced by others. Satisfies the Social and Behavioral Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
  
  • PSYC 1650D - General Psychology II

    3 hours
    Nature of psychology with emphases on the physiological basis of behavior and psychological processes, including learning, motivation, perception and emotion.
  
  • PSYC 2317D - Quantitative Methods

    4 hours
    Techniques appropriate for treatment of psychological data; frequency distributions, percentiles, measures of central tendency and variability, normal curve function, simple correlational analyses, and applications of sampling theory. Prerequisite(s) : MATH 1100D  - College Algebra.
  
  • PSYC 2480D - Psychosocial Adjustment

    3
    3 hours. Processes involved in adjustment of individuals to their personal and social environments; role of conflict, frustration and healthy and pathological strategies of adjustment.
  
  • PSYC 2580D - Health Psychology

    3 hours
    Examines psychological, physiological, social and behavioral factors as they influence and are influenced by physical health. Health psychology is concerned with the acquisition and maintenance of health through behavior change strategies, the prevention and/or treatment of illnesses, the role of psychosocial and stress factors in the development of physical illness, and the formulation of health care policy. Satisfies the Wellness requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
  
  • PSYC 2600D - Interpersonal Behavior

    3
    3 hours. (2;2) Relevant variables underlying interpersonal relationships, and current research methods and findings. Skills in developing effective interpersonal relationships in such contexts as friendships, dating, marriage, family, business and industry. Includes the use of recording devices, role playing and self-observation procedures.
  
  • PSYC 2900D - SPECIAL PROBLEMS

    1-3
    1-3 hours each.
  
  • PSYC 2950D - Experimental Methods

    4
    4 hours. (4;3) Basic experimental procedures and designs, laboratory apparatus, and treatment of experimental data. Experiments and experimental reports required of each student. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2317D  or consent of department.
  
  • PSYC 3000D - Positive Psychology

    3
    3 hours. Nature of psychology with emphases on the development of strengths and virtues, positive emotion, positive cognition, prosocial behavior, positive interventions, and positive environments. Prerequisite(s) : PSYC 1630D or 1650D.
  
  • PSYC 3100D - Social Psychology

    3
    3 hours.   A survey of psychological research and theory on social behavior with attention to person perception, interpersonal attraction, group processes, attitudes, helping behavior, aggression, and applied social psychology. Prerequisite(s) : PSYC 1630D  or PSYC 1650D .
  
  • PSYC 3200D - Research Methods

    3
    3 hours. This course introduces students to psychology research methods and addresses general issues in research methodology, such as experimental designs, survey research, mixed methods, and sampling procedures.  This course highlights the way data is collected, analyzed, as well as the strengths and weaknesses of each methodological approach. Prerequisite(s) : PSYC 1100D  or equivalent.
  
  • PSYC 3210D - Statistics in Psychology

    3
    3 hours. This course covers the principles and concepts for the use of statistics in the social and behavioral sciences.  It will cover descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, and sampling, such as measures of central tendency, t-tests, linear regression, simple random sampling,and  stratified sampling. Prerequisite(s) : PSYC 3200D .
  
  • PSYC 3480D - Adult Development and Aging

    3
    3 hours. Personality, cognitive, social and sensory-perceptual aspects of development from early adulthood through death. Emphasis on the development of a comprehensive understanding of the adult portion of the life span. Prerequisite(s) : PSYC 1630D  or PSYC 1650D .
  
  • PSYC 3490D - Psychology of Women

    3
    3 hours. Comparison of personality and cultural factors associated with gender. Prerequisite(s) : PSYC 1630D  or 1650D .
  
  • PSYC 3520D - Introduction to Industrial Organizational Psychology

    3 hours
    Personnel and organizational psychology; selection and testing procedures, test validation, and theories of organization, leadership and job performance. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2317D  or equivalent.
  
  • PSYC 3530D - Psychology of the Offender

    3
    3 hours. Personnel and organizational psychology; selection and testing procedures, test validation, and theories of organization, leadership and job performance. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2317D  or equivalent.
 

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