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Mathematics - Undergraduate |
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MATH 3410 - Differential Equations I 3-3
3410. 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 1720. MATH 2700 recommended (may be taken concurrently).
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MATH 3420 - Differential Equations II 3-3
3420. 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 2700 and either MATH 3310 or 3410.
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MATH 3510 - Abstract Algebra I 3-3
3510. Abstract Algebra I. 3 hours. Groups, rings, integral domains, polynomial rings and fields. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3000 ; and MATH 2700 (may be taken concurrently)
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MATH 3520 - Abstract Algebra II 3-3
4510. 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 3510.
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MATH 3610 - Real Analysis II 3-3
3610. Real Analysis II. 3 hours. Continuation of 3000. Topics include derivatives, integrals, limits of sequences of functions, Fourier series; and an introduction to multivariable analysis. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3000 and 2700 (may be taken concurrently).
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MATH 3680 - Applied Statistics 3-3
3680. Applied Statistics. 3 hours. Descriptive statistics, elements of probability, random variables, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, regression, contingency tables. Prerequisite(s) : Math 1710 and either credit for Math 1720 or concurrent enrollment in Math 1720.
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MATH 3740 - Vector Calculus 3-3
3740. 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 2700 and 2730.
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MATH 4050 - Advanced Study of the Secondary Mathematics Curriculum 3-3
4050. 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 2100 and MATH 3000.
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MATH 4060 - Foundations of Geometry 3-3
4060. Foundations of Geometry. 3 hours. Selections from synthetic, analytic, projective, Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometry. Prerequisite(s): Math 3000 or equivalent.
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MATH 4100 - Fourier Analysis 3-3
4100. 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 1720 and MATH 2700. Prior or concurrent enrollment in MATH 2730 and MATH 3410 recommended.
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MATH 4200 - Dynamical Systems 3-3
4200. 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 3610.
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MATH 4430 - Introduction to Graph Theory 3-3
4430. 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 2000 or MATH 3000 or CSCE 2100.
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MATH 4450 - Introduction to the Theory of Matrices 3-3
4450. 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 2700.
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MATH 4500 - Introduction to Topology 3-3
4500. Introduction to Topology. 3 hours. Point set topology; connectedness, compactness, continuous functions and metric spaces. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3610.
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MATH 4520 - Introduction to Functions of a Complex Variable 3-3
4520. 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 2730.
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MATH 4610 - Probability 3-3
4610. Probability. 3 hours. Combinatorial analysis, probability, conditional probability, independence, random variables, expectation, parameterized distributions, limit theorems, joint distributions, conditional distributions, and correlation. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2730 and either Math 3680 or consent of department.
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MATH 4650 - Statistics 3-3
4650. 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 3680 or at least a 4 on the AP Statistics test; and MATH 4610.
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MATH 4900 - Special Problems 1-3
4900. Special Problems. 1-3 hours each.
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Mathematics - Graduate |
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MATH 5001 - Teaching Dual Credit Mathematics 3-3
5001. Teaching Dual Credit Mathematics. 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
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MATH 5011 - Mathematical Models for Educators 3-3
5011. Mathematical Models for Educators. 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.
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MATH 5090 - Topics in Math Content and Pedagogy 3-3
5090. Topics in Math Content and Pedagogy. 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
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MATH 5611 - Introduction to Mathematical Analysis I 3-3
5611. Introduction to Mathematical Analysis I. 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.
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MATH 5621 - Introduction to Mathematical Analysis II 3-3
5621. Introduction to Mathematical Analysis II. 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
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MATH 5680 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics 3-3
5680. Introduction to Probability and Statistics. 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.
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Middle School Education - Undergraduate |
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EDME 3380 - Teaching and Learning in the Middle Grades 3-3
3380. Teaching and Learning in the Middle Grades. 3 hours. This course provides middle level teacher candidates wiht 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.
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EDME 4103 - Student Teaching in Grades 4-8 3-3
4103. Student Teaching in Grades 4-8. 3 hours each. Teaching under supervision in grades 4 through 8. Prerequisite(s): admission to teacher education program; EDEE 3320, EDME 3380; the required EDME content-specific methods course, EDRE 4870, and the required EDBE courses. Pass/no pass only.
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EDME 4104 - Student Teaching in Grades 4-8 3-3
4104. Student Teaching in Grades 4-8. 3 hours each. Teaching under supervision in grades 4 through 8. Prerequisite(s): admission to teacher education program; EDEE 3320, EDME 3380; the required EDME content-specific methods course, EDRE 4870, and the required EDBE courses. Pass/no pass only.
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EDME 4330 - Science in Grades 4-8 3-3
4330. 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 3320, EDSE 4060, DFST 4133, EDEE 2000, EDSP 3210, CECS 4100, and required core and academic major science courses.
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EDME 4340 - Social Studies in Grades 4-8 3-3
4340. 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 instruciton 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 3320, EDSE 4060, DFST 4133, EDEE 2000, EDSP 3210, CECS 4100, and required core and academic major social studies courses.
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EDME 4351 - Teaching Mathematics in Grades 4-8 3-3
4351. 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 3320; required core and academic major math courses and EDEC and DFST classes.
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EDME 4900 - Special Problems 1-3
4900. Special Problems. 1-3 hours.
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Music Education - Undergraduate |
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MUED 1130 - Foundations in Music 1-1
TCCNS Number: MUSI 1304
(MUSI 1304). 1 hour. Development of musical concepts and skills in listening and performance through use of elementary school music program materials and activities. Satisfies a portion of the Component Area Option requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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Music Ensemble - Undergraduate |
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MUEN 2500 - Music Ensemble 3-3
2500. Music Ensemble. 3 hours. This is a non-auditioned vocal and instrumental ensemble course open to all students in the university community.
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Non-Course Based Opt in Math |
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UGMT 1301 - Non-Course Based Option in Mathematics 1-3
1301. Non-Course Based Option in Mathematics. 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.
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Physics - Undergraduate |
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PHYS 1052 - Solar System 3-3
TCCNS Number: PHYS 1404
1052 (1404). 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.
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PHYS 1062 - Stars and the Universe 3-3
TCCNS Number: PHYS 1403
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.
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PHYS 1210 - Conceptual Physics 3-3
TCCNS Number: PHYS 1415
1210 (1415). Physical Science. 3 hours. (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 1311 to satisfy a laboratory science requirement. Prerequisite(s): Must be an INDE-BS major and must complete one of the following courses: MATH 1100, MATH 1350, MATH 1351, or equivalent coursework as determined by the department. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Life and Physical Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum (by elementary education students).
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PHYS 1410 - General Physics I 3-3
TCCNS Number: PHYS 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.
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PHYS 1420 - General Physics II 3-3
TCCNS Number: PHYS 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.
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PHYS 1430 - General Physics Laboratory I 1-1
TCCNS Number: PHYS 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.
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PHYS 1440 - General Physics Laboratory II 1-1
TCCNS Number: PHYS 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.
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PHYS 1710 - Mechanics 3-3
TCCNS Number: PHYS 2325
1710 (2325). Mechanics. 3 hours. (3;0;1) Laws of motion; inertia, acceleration, force, energy, momentum and angular momentum. Rotational and oscillatory motion. Gravitation. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1710. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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PHYS 1730 - Laboratory in Mechanics 1-1
TCCNS Number: PHYS 2125
1730 (2125). Laboratory in Mechanics. 1 hour. (0;3) Prerequisite(s): credit for or concurrent enrollment in PHYS 1710. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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PHYS 2220 - Electricity and Magnetism 3-3
TCCNS Number: PHYS 2326
2220 (2326). Electricity and Magnetism. 3 hours. (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 1710 ; MATH 1720. It is recommended that the course be taken concurrently with PHYS 1730. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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PHYS 2240 - Laboratory in Wave Motion, Electricity, Magnetism and Optics 1-1
TCCNS Number: PHYS 2126
2240 (2126). Laboratory in Wave Motion, Electricity, Magnetism and Optics. 1 hour. (0;3) Prerequisite(s): credit for or concurrent enrollment in PHYS 2220. May be used to satisfy a portion of the Natural Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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Political Science - Undergraduate |
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PSCI 1040 - American Government: Laws and Institutions 3-3
TCCNS Number: GOVT 2301
1040 (GOVT 2301). 3 hours. American Government: Laws and Institutions. 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. Satisfies a portion of the Government/Political Science requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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PSCI 1050 - American Government: Process and Policies 3-3
TCCNS Number: GOVT 2302
1050 (GOVT 2302). American Government: Process and Policies. 3 hours. Political parties, elections, interest groups, mass media, public opinion and public policy. Satisfies a portion of the Government/Political Science requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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PSCI 1060 - American Government: Topics 3-3
1060. American Government: Topics. 3 hours each. 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. Satisfies a portion of the Government/Political Science requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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PSCI 1370 - American Government: Urban Politics and Mass Behavior 3-3
3 hours. An examination of government institutions, processes and policy in American and Texas cities, including mass political behavior and participation by urban populations. Prerequisite(s): PSCI 1040 (or GOVT 2306 transfer) is recommended. Satisfies a portion of the Government/Political Science requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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PSCI 2306 - Government & Politics in Texas 3-3
TCCNS Number: GOVT 2306
(GOVT 2306) 3 hours. Survey of the structures, functions, processes, and administrative procedures of the Texas political system . Compare and discuss the similarities and differences among states with respect to institutional structures, laws and regulations, political cultures, histories, demographics, and economics. Satisfies a portion of the Government/Political Science requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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PSCI 3010 - American State and Local Government 3-3
3010. American State and Local Government. 3 hours. Political processes among state and local governments, and similarities and variations in the politics and policies of states.
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PSCI 3020 - Government & Politics in Texas 3-3
3020. Government & Politics in Texas. 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.
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PSCI 3100 - Topics in American Government 3-3
3100. Topics in American Government. 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.
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PSCI 3110 - The Legislative Process 3-3
3110. The Legislative Process. 3 hours. Legislative behavior, representation, selection of legislators, organization and procedures; relationships to other branches of government.
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PSCI 3120 - Women and Politics 3-3
3120. Women and Politics. 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. Satisfies the Social and Behavioral Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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PSCI 3130 - Interest Groups 3-3
3130. Interest Groups. 3 hours. The theory, development, types, operations and effectiveness of interest groups in American politics.
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PSCI 3160 - Mass Media in American Politics 3-3
3160. Mass Media in American Politics. 3 hours. Mass media’s impact upon the political process, institutions and the individual.
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PSCI 3200 - The American Legal System 3-3
3200. The American Legal System. 3 hours. Institutions and processes; courts and judicial behavior.
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PSCI 3210 - The U.S. Supreme Court 3-3
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.
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PSCI 3300 - International Relations 3-3
3 hours. Alternative theories of the observed behavior of nation states, international and transnational organizations and multinational actors, with explorations of the use of cooperation and coercion to resolve conflicts. Prerequisite(s): Completion of the core American government sequence: PSCI 1040 and either PSCI 1050, PSCI 1060 or PSCI 1070.
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PSCI 4020 - Urban Politics 3-3
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.
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PSCI 4100 - Political Parties 3-3
4100. Political Parties. 3 hours. Development, nature, problems, organization, operation and functions.
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PSCI 4120 - Public Opinion and Participation 3-3
4120. Public Opinion and Participation. 3 hours. Shaping factors, communication techniques, public opinion, governmental action and democracy.
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PSCI 4140 - The Presidency 3-3
4140. The Presidency. 3 hours. Development of power, influence and limitations of the chief executive; selection, office, changing role and problems of control.
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PSCI 4200 - Constitutional Law: Discrimination and the Powers of the Government 3-3
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.
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PSCI 4210 - Constitutional Law: Rights and Liberties 3-3
4210. Constitutional Law: Rights and Liberties. 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.
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PSCI 4220 - Jurisprudence 3-3
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.
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PSCI 4520 - International Human Rights 3-3
4520. 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.
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Psychology - Undergraduate |
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PSYC 1100 - Introduction to Psychology 3-3
TCCNS Number: PSYC 2301
1100. Introduction to Psychology. 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. Satisfies the Social and Behavioral Sciences requirement of the University Core Curriculum.
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PSYC 1500 - Mythbusting : Distinguishing Fact from Fallacy in Psychology and Everyday Life 3-3
1500. Mythbusting : Distinguishing Fact from Fallacy in Psychology and Everyday Life. 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.
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PSYC 2310 - Careers and Writing in Psychology 3-3
3 hours. Develops students’ core competencies in fundamental areas crucial to the discipline of psychology, including academic writing (e.g., APA style, writing literature reviews, writing research proposals) and increasing career awareness in a variety of psychology-related domains. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1100 or 1630.
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PSYC 2317 - Quantitative Methods 4-4
2317. 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 1680 or 1681.
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PSYC 2320 - Social Psychological Theory in Close Relationships 3-3
3 hours. Social psychology theory and research on topics in close relationship literature, including attitudes toward love and sexuality, friendship, intimacy, power, conflict, and divorce. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1630 or PSYC 1650.
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PSYC 2480 - Psychosocial Adjustment 3-3
TCCNS Number: PSYC 2315
2480 (2315). Psychosocial Adjustment. 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.
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PSYC 2580 - Health Psychology 3-3
2580. Health Psychology. 3 hours. Examines psychological, physiological, social and behavioral factorhs 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.
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PSYC 2600 - Interpersonal Behavior 3-3
TCCNS Number: PSYC 2302
2600 (2302). Interpersonal Behavior. 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.
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PSYC 2900 - SPECIAL PROBLEMS 1-3
2900. Special Problems. 1-3 hours each.
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PSYC 2950 - Experimental Methods 4-4
2950. Experimental Methods. 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 2317 or consent of department.
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PSYC 2996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience 3-3
2996. Honors College Mentored Research Experience. 3 hours. Research experience conducted by a freshman or sophomore honors student under the supervision of a faculty member. May only be taken once for Honors College credit. Prerequisite(s) : Admission to the Honors College ; freshman or sophomore class status ; permission of Honors College dean.
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PSYC 3000 - Positive Psychology 3-3
3000. Positive Psychology. 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 1630 or 1650.
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PSYC 3100 - Social Psychology 3-3
3100. Social Psychology. 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 1630 or 1650.
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PSYC 3200 - Research Methods 3-3
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 1100 or equivalent.
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PSYC 3210 - Statistics in Psychology 3-3
3210. Statistics in Psychology. 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 3200
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PSYC 3300 - Psychology of Leadership 3-3
3 hours. Theories, styles, models, topics, and best practices of leadership, including positive characteristics such as service, charisma and integrity. Psychopathological conceptions of dominance, aggression, and narcissism in relation to leaders in different cultural contexts are also explored. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1100.
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PSYC 3380 - Mentored Collaborative Research 3-3
3 hours. Students join with peer student researchers to explore an empirical question of interest. Under mentorship of instructor, each student is directly involved in empirical research, including literature review, hypothesis generation, research design, data collection, data analysis, and interpretation. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1100.
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PSYC 3480 - Adult Development and Aging 3-3
3480. Adult Development and Aging. 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. (Same as AGER 3480.) Prerequisite(s) : PSYC 1630 or 1650.
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PSYC 3490 - Psychology of Women 3-3
3490. Psychology of Women. 3 hours. Comparison of personality and cultural factors associated with gender. (Same as WMST 3520.) Prerequisite(s) : PSYC 1630 or 1650.
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PSYC 3520 - Introduction to Industrial Organizational Psychology 3-3
3520. 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 2317 or equivalent.
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PSYC 3530 - Psychology of the Offender 3-3
3530. Psychology of the Offender. 3 hours. Psychological processes related to the legal offender; dynamics involved in such activities as sexual deviancy, drug abuse, personal assault, including murder, and non-assaultive crimes; meaning of classification from courtroom to prisons and in release. Prerequisite(s) : PSYC 1630 or 1650.
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PSYC 3620 - Developmental Psychology 3-3
3620. Developmental Psychology. 3 hours. Basic theories and research in life-span developmental psychology; parent-child relations, identification, peer relations, self-concept, language learning, perceptual and cognitive development. Prerequisite(s) : PSYC 1630 or 1650.
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PSYC 3630 - Introduction to Psychological Measurement 3-3
3630. Introduction to Psychological Measurement. 3 hours. Fundamental approaches, theories of psychological tests and testing; correlation, reliability, validity and methods of test construction. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 2317or equivalent.
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PSYC 3640 - Marital Adjustment 3-3
3640. Marital Adjustment. 3 hours. Physiological, psychological and social economic factors involved in marital adjustment; practical education for marriage and parenthood. Prerequisite(s) : PSYC 1630 or 1650.
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PSYC 3700 - Ecological Psychology 3-3
3700. Ecological Psychology. 3 hours. Effects of changing ecological conditions, such as the increased use of chemicals, the processing of foods, and the contamination of water and air on human behavior. Prerequisite(s) : PSYC 1630 or 1650.
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PSYC 3996 - Honors College Mentored Research Experience 3-3
3996. Honors College Mentored Research Experience. 3 hours. Research experience conducted by an Honors student with at least junior standing under the supervision of a faculty member. May only be taken once for Honors College credit. Prerequisite(s) : Admission to the Honors College ; at least junior class status ; permission of Honors College dean.
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PSYC 4000 - Abuse in Adult Relationships 3-3
4000. Abuse in Adult Relationships. 3 hours. A general survey of current research on psychological, interpersonal and situational factors involved in physical and emotional abuse in dating, cohabiting and marital relationships. The interdisciplinary body of research is covered from a psychological perspective. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 3650 or equivalent.
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PSYC 4020 - Psychology of Death and Dying 3-3
4020. Psychology of Death and Dying. 3 hours. Concepts and attitudes concerning death and dying from a psychological perspective; current research on death and dying; development of insights and understanding to prepare the student to interact effectively with people who are terminally ill and their family members. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1630 or 1650. (Same as AGER 4020.)
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PSYC 4040 - Advanced Seminar in Psychology (Capstone) 3-3
4040. Advanced Seminar in Psychology (Capstone). 3 hours. This course is designed for Senior Psychology majors to develop a senior thesis that integrates and applies psychological ideas, theory, and methods in order to complete primary or secondary analysis. Prerequisite(s) : PSYC 4600, 3200, and 3210.
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PSYC 4110 - Interviewing for Paraprofessionals in Psychology 3-3
4110. Interviewing for Paraprofessionals in Psychology. 3 hours. Introduction to the interviewing process in mental health service settings. Includes purposes, objectives, goals, types and skills of interviewing via lectures, plus taped and live demonstrations. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 4610.
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PSYC 4300 - Psychosocial Issues in HIV/AIDS 3-3
4300. 3 hours. Examines the psychosocial factors that are related to health-related behaviors in both healthy people and people living with HIV/AIDS. Prepares students who expect to pursue careers in health service fields (e.g. psychologists, physicians, biologists, dentist, etc.) to be conscious of issues that HiV + people face daily. Students interested in HIV/AIDS as a social phenomenon are encourqaged to enroll. Preequisite (s): PSYC 1630 or 1650.
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PSYC 4310 - Evolutionary Psychology 3-3
3 hours. Application of evolutionary theory (first proposed by Charles Darwin) to the study of human behavior and our thoughts, feelings, and actions. Topics will cover the evolutionary basis of a wide range of human behaviors, such as sex, emotion, stress, morality, culture, religion, and consciousness. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1100.
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