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PHE 485 - Organization and Administration of Physical Education 3 credits
Coordinates the various phases of the Physical Education program. Emphasis is placed on the organization and administration of the total program in relation to the community, the students, school personnel, scheduling, programming, supplies, equipment, and facilities.
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PTA 100 - Introduction to Physical Therapy 2 credits
This course introduces the profession of physical therapy including history, scope of practice and role of the PT and PTA. Practice settings, communication in health care, safety standards, current trends in PT, ethics, documentation, foundation concepts in therapeutic exercise, and guidelines for understanding health care literature will also be discussed.
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Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the PTA program
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PTA 102 - Clinical Conditions in Physical Therapy 3 credits
This course provides the PTA student with an overview of clinical disorders, diseases, and injuries commonly encountered in physical therapy. Medical terminology as well as the etiology, pathology, medical diagnosis, signs, symptoms, prognosis and medical treatments will be discussed for each condition.
Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the PTA program
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PTA 104 - Data Collection in Physical Therapy 4 credits
Course provides the student with knowledge and skills needed to collect objective data related to muscle strength and joint ROM testing from an orthopedic perspective. Goniometric joint measurement and manual muscle testing techniques will be the focus of this course.
Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the PTA program
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PTA 106 - Physical Therapy Procedures and Interventions I 4 credits
Course provides the PTA student with entry-level skills and knowledge needed to carry out basic procedures and interventions under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist. Topics will include documentation in physical therapy, wheelchair and assistive device management, function training and foundational therapeutic exercise, palpation and basic massage.
Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the PTA program
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PTA 202 - Therapeutic Modalities for the PTA 3 credits
Students will identify and describe indications, contraindications and biophysics of physical agents and demonstrate clinical application of agents that reduce pain and aid in the healing process.
Prerequisite(s): PTA 106
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PTA 204 - Therapeutic Exercise in Physical Therapy 4 credits
Course is an in-depth study of therapeutic exercise interventions commonly indicated in the PT plan of care for the prevention and rehabilitation of surgical and nonsurgical conditions. Specific aerobic, strength, endurance, balance, range of motion and flexibility exercises with indications, contraindications and progressions will be presented with emphasis on orthopedics.
Prerequisite(s): Must be admitted to the PTA program
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PTA 206 - Physical Therapy Procedures and Interventions II 4 credits
Course provides the PTA student with skills and knowledge needed to work with specialized populations and conditions encountered in physical therapy. This course integrates lecture and laboratory learning in the areas of acute care, orthotic and prosthetic devises, cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, wound care, women’s health, pediatrics, and aquatics.
Prerequisite(s): Completed first semester PTA technical coursework
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PTA 208 - Neurological Interventions in Physical Therapy 4 credits
Course builds upon the student’s foundation in neuroscience and provides a greater breadth and depth of knowledge in neuroanatomy, physiology, and pathology. The course emphasizes a strong lab component where students demonstrate proficiency in the knowledge and skills needed to implement physical therapy interventions for the neurologically impaired patient.
Prerequisite(s): Completed first semester PTA technical coursework
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PTA 210 - Clinical Education Seminar 1 credits
This seminar course is intended to prepare students for clinical work and provide students with an opportunity to discuss experiences from their integrated clinical. The primary focus of this seminar will be group discussion, problem solving, and personal and professional growth and development.
Prerequisite(s): Completed first semester PTA technical coursework
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PTA 212 - Clinical Education Experience I 2 credits
This first part-time clinical education experience is integrated within the curriculum and provides students with the opportunity to work in a health care setting under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant. Students will apply learned knowledge and skills and assume responsibilities in direct patient care.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of all general education, PTA 100 , PTA 102 , PTA 104 , PTA 106
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PTA 215 - Professional Development Seminar 2 credits
The seminar is primarily intended to help students prepare for the national PTA board exam and develop professional skills for a successful career and lifelong learning. Students will complete a professional development plan and present service learning/capstone research projects.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of first two semesters of PTA technical coursework
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PTA 220 - Clinical Education Experience II 6 credits
This clinical experience provides students with the opportunity to work full time in a health care setting under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant. This is the first of two terminal clinical experiences where the student demonstrates entry-level skills in direct patient care.
Prerequisite(s): Completed first 2 semesters PTA technical coursework
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PTA 225 - Clinical Education Experience III 6 credits
This clinical experience provides students with the opportunity to work full time in a health care setting under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant. This is the final terminal clinical experience where the student demonstrates entry-level skills in direct patient care.
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of PTA 220
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Physics |
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PHY 153 - General Physics I 4 credits
Lectures, demonstrations, and laboratories covering selected topics in mathematical physics, engineering, and classical and modern physics. Laboratory time used for problem solving, performing experiments, and/or computer simulations. Syllabus may vary.
Lab fee
Prerequisite(s): MAT 131 or instructor permission
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PHY 154 - General Physics II 4 credits
Lectures, demonstrations, and laboratories covering selected topics in mathematical physics, engineering, and classical and modern physics. Laboratory time used for problem solving, performing experiments, and/or computer simulations. Syllabus may vary
Lab fee
Prerequisite(s): PHY 153
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Political Science |
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POS 101 - American Government 3 credits
Examines the constitutional foundations and principles of American government. Treatment focuses on federalism; civil liberties and civil rights; interest groups, political parties and elections; and Congress, the Presidency, and the Supreme Court.
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POS 211 - Introduction to Political Thought 3 credits
Examines major texts in the history of political thought and the questions they raise about the design of the political and social order.
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POS 301 - European Governments and the European Union 3 credits
Examines the Western European democracies of the UK, Germany and France alongside Central and Eastern European emerging democracies. Explores institutional structures and their social connections through interest groups, political parties, and elections. Examines the political, economic, and military integration of nations through membership in the European Union and NATO.
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POS 303 - Feminist Theory 3 credits
This course is crosslisted as PHI 303
ENG 151 or PHI 151 or higher level Eng or Phi course. Explore feminist theories of women and empowerment, from the early modern “Women Controversy” through influential 19th and 20th century debates from a variety of contexts (may include Marxist/materialist, psychoanalytic, and post-structuralist theories).
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POS 310 - Energy Law & Policy 3 credits
This course overviews the law and public policy framework of energy extraction and production. Topics include ownership of energy raw materials and relevant constitutional and international law. Also the role of the federal government in regulating energy, including health and safety, environmental protection, and energy security goals, and contrasting regulatory strategies.
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POS 320 - Energy Project Development 3 credits
This course overviews how energy extraction and production projects are planned, developed and implemented. Case studies of energy projects are employed to explain the life-cycle of energy projects, inclusive of site selection, business financing, and complying with legal and regulatory requirements.
Prerequisite(s): POS 310 or instructor permission
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POS 332 - Constitutional Law 3 credits
Examines American constitutional theory treating the separation and division of government powers, and civil rights and civil liberties. Extensive treatment is accorded the implied powers of the federal government.
Prerequisite(s): POS 101 or any law course
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POS 335 - Modern Political Though t 3 credits
This course examines in depth several of the most profound and influential political theorists of the modern age including Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Kant and prominent 19th and 20th century critics. Major emphasis will be upon the content of their theories, but also consideration of their relevance to an understanding of contemporary politics.
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POS 343 - Marxism 3 credits
This course is crosslisted as PHI 343
Treats the development of Marx’s thought from classical German philosophy through historical materialism. Emphasizes the themes of the dialectic method, alienation, the class struggle, the theory of capitalist crises, the revolutionary state, and proletarian internationalism. Includes discussion of contemporary applications and Marxist theory.
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POS 347 - Russia: Kiev to Peter the Great 3 credits
This course is crosslisted as PHI 347
An in-depth study of the political and economic culture of the unique Russian experience. Emphasis is upon “westernization,” territorial expansion and empire building, the development of absolutism, and the undercurrent of rebellion. This course fills history concentration and other departmental requirements for non-western or European history.
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POS 369 - American-Canadian Relations 3 credits
This course examines the United States - Canada bi-lateral relationship in terms of politics, economics and security, and their joint relations with other countries and organizations in world affairs.
Prerequisite(s): Previous Hty or Pos course
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POS 370 - Topics in Non-Western History 3 credits
This course is crosslisted as HTY 370
This is a basic introductory examination of a specialized field in African, Asian, or Latin American History. Specific topic will be listed with the course title when offered. This course fills history concentration and other departmental requirements for non-western history.
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POS 371 - International Relations and Modern Conflicts 3 credits
This course is crosslisted as HTY 371
Examines various types of world conflicts during the modern period. May include, but is not limited to, one or more of the following: diplomatic, military, ethnic, racial, class, and religious conflicts.
Prerequisite(s): 100- or 200- level history course
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POS 377 - Modern China 3 credits
This course is crosslisted as HTY 377
A survey of the history of China from the nineteenth century to the present. Three important issues are Chinese culture, the cultural conflict with the West, and, modernization. This course fills history concentration and other departmental requirements for non-western history.
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POS 439 - The Vietnam Wars 3 credits
This course is cross-listed as HTY 439
Examines the origins and consequences of the Vietnam Wars, emphasizing Vietnamese history and culture, French colonization, World War II, and the Cold War. Also analyzes the Vietnam War in U.S. politics and popular culture.
Prerequisite(s): 100-level history course, or permission of instructor
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POS 493 - Political Science Capstone Seminar 1 credits
A research-oriented seminar designed to integrate student’s prior knowledge and strengthen lifelong learning skills.
Prerequisite(s): Senior-level standing
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Professional Communication & Journalism |
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PCJ 180 - Introduction to Professional Communication and Journalism 3 credits
This is a course in “popular communication.” It teaches students about message and audience, hooking and keeping readers, viewers and listeners, writing the way they talk-only better. This is a standard course for programs in professional communication and journalism. It lays a solid foundation for later specialization and refinement.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 with a grade of C- or higher OR ENG 101
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PCJ 214 - Magazine and Feature Writing 3 credits
Class will help students tap into the infinite and lucrative magazine and newspaper feature writing market. Students will learn how to answer readers’ needs and find story ideas in everything. They’ll be out of the classroom, taking the community pulse. They’ll write for the U Times, Upcountry and other opportunities.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 with a grade of C- or higher OR ENG 101
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PCJ 215 - Business Communication 3 credits
Students will master the necessary communication skills to thrive in any business or professional area. They’ll become proficient in everything from phone etiquette, e-mail and memos, to proposals and presentations. They’ll get out of the classroom, partnering with an organization to apply what they’ve learned.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 with a grade of C- or higher OR ENG 101
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PCJ 216 - Editing 3 credits
Editing is an art form. Those who can edit are always in demand. This course will help students gain critical evaluation and practical skills. They’ll learn to blend new technologies with traditional editing skills. Then they’ll team with academic and community partners to apply their skills.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 with a grade of C- or higher OR ENG 101
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PCJ 315 - Professional Communication 3 credits
Focus on writing as a profession. Review of such basics as e-mail, memos, phone etiquette, reports, proposals. Progress into more complex venues such as advocacy communication, communication audits, and focus groups. Students will work with clients producing communication products the organizations will use and enhance student profiles.
Prerequisite(s): PCJ 180 or any 200-level or higher Pcj course
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PCJ 316 - Advanced Professional Communication 3 credits
Further development of professional communication skills for those with targeted career goals. Course focus varies: will emphasize such advanced advocacy communications as proposals, grants, annual reports, overarching communication plans, focus groups and sophisticated presentation skills. Will work with real world partners.
Prerequisite(s): PCJ 215 or PCJ 315
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PCJ 318 - Evolving Media 3 credits
Students will examine evolving media: past, present and future. They will examine their ethical, legal and social implications. They will then use them, creating published projects and learning to adapt to a continually changing media world. Although media will continually evolve, the value of adaptability will be constant throughout their careers.
Prerequisite(s): PCJ 180 or any 200-level or higher Pcj course
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PCJ 319 - Marketing Communication 3 credits
This course gives students specific tools, helping them find and communicate the essence of a message. They will study lessons and best practices from the world’s greatest companies. Then they will put the lessons to work through strategic plans and marketing campaigns. This course demonstrates the bridge to business success.
Prerequisite(s): PCJ 180 or any 200-level or higher Pcj course
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PCJ 396 - Field Experience Practicum 3 credits
Students will act as professional communicators in the field. They may work in traditional journalism areas or focus upon other aspects of professional communication. Through guided autonomy, they’ll produce professional quality work for partners and demonstrate their ability to serve as successful communication practitioners. Course may be repeated once for credit.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor
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PCJ 493 - Communication Capstone 1 credits
Students will demonstrate a deep understanding of Message, Audience, Support, Ethics and Venue through discussions and presentations. They’ll prepare professional portfolios. Students will develop effective resumes and cover letters. They’ll prepare to interview and fill jobs. This course provides the last steps to becoming a professional.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the instructor
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Psychology |
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PSY 100 - General Psychology 3 credits
Provides a general introduction to psychology, the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. The course presents major theoretical perspectives, methodologies, and key findings in physiological, cognitive, motivation, learning, developmental, personality, abnormal, and social psychology.
Prerequisite(s): A passing score on both the reading and writing placement tests or successful completion of ENG 100 or a non-degree seeking student
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PSY 200 - Social Psychology 3 credits
This course is crosslisted as SOC 200
Considers the processes by which individuals interact with others, influence and are influenced by others, and are shaped by society. Includes topics such as the self, attitudes, prejudice, stereotypes, interpersonal attraction, group dynamics, and persuasion.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or SOC 100
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PSY 205 - Lifespan Development 3 credits
Surveys changes in cognitive, personal, and social functioning from before birth through old age. Using a life-span framework, emphasizes the principles, theories, and methods that psychologists use.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100
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PSY 235 - Abnormal Psychology 3 credits
Examines the classification, determinants, and indications of mental illness and its treatments. Topics include schizophrenia, personality disorders, mood disorders, anxiety-related disorders and substance-related disorders.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100
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PSY 310 - Sports & Exercise Psychology 3 credits
This course focuses on psychological variables related to performing well in sports and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Specifically, motivational, social, personality, cognitive, behavioral and physiological perspectives will be related to athletic performance and healthy behavior. Moreover, an evidence-based perspective will be emphasized when evaluating techniques in the literature
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PSY 311 - Research Methods I 3 credits
Presents fundamentals of research design, measurement, and data analysis. Applications of research methods within the behavioral sciences, including scientific writing and professional ethics.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100 or PSY 100 , and MAT 101 or MAT 201
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PSY 312 - Research Methods II 3 credits
Presents intermediate issues in research design, hypothesis-testing, data analysis, and technical writing in psychology. Promotes understanding of relevant empirical literature, preparation of spreadsheets and graphic display of data, and applications of statistical analyses. Class research projects offer foundation for independent work.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 311 /Soc 311
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PSY 341 - Drugs and Behavior 3 credits
Surveys information of recreational and therapeutic drugs and their effect at various levels including that of the nervous system, individual behavior, and broader society consequences.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or SOC 100
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PSY 350 - Special Topics in Psychology 3 credits
Explores special topical areas within psychology for further explanation of topics beyond that possible in other existing courses. Students in collaboration with an instructor may fashion course to meet needs and interests of those involved. Course may be repeated twice if topic is different or at an advanced level from that previously taken by individual students.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100
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PSY 355 - Group Process 3 credits
Provides theoretical examination of group dynamics, group behavior, and individual behavior within groups. The course considers norms, roles, status, power, communication, productivity, motivation, member diversity, leadership, and conflict resolution. The class also offers experiential practice as a small group, and explores one’s own emotions, motivations, and skills in group participation.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or SOC 100
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PSY 360 - Animal Behavior 3 credits
Explores similarities and differences in behavior among a variety of species and considers the implications of such differences. Major topics will include behavioral genetics, evolutionary theory, natural selection, mate choice and reproduction, communication, sociality, and foraging.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or BIO 112
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PSY 370 - Personality 3 credits
Presents principles and issues in scientific study of personality. Emphasis on description and assessment, classical theories, controversial issues, and recent research.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 and PSY 311 /Soc 311
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PSY 374 - Vocational Aspects of Disability 3 credits
This course explores the many aspects of assisting clients with various disabilities as they transition from adolescence, or are rehabilitated as adults, to the adult world of work. Working with individuals who may have mental illness or with cognitive, physical, or developmental disabilities or substance abuse issues is explored. Emphasis is placed on assessing and working with their strengths, needs, interests, and aptitudes. The supports and barriers of society, government and private agencies, and individuals will be examined, with an overarching goal of helping clients to reach their full potential, while maintaining their personal dignity.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100 or PSY 100
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PSY 375 - Sex and Gender 3 credits
Investigation of gender in North American society. Feminist, social constructionist, sociobiological, and social psychological perspectives will be explored. Focus is on the creation of gender identities, inequalities, cultural expectations, and cultural representations of gender. Other topics include childhood socialization, sexualities, gender activities, and social power.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or SOC 100
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PSY 380 - Principles of Counseling 3 credits
Introduces theories and techniques of psychological counseling. Considers the counseling relationship and the personal and professional issues involved in becoming a counselor. Emphasis on determinants and evaluation of counseling success.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 235 and PSY 370
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PSY 382 - Substance Abuse Counseling 3 credits
This course explores the definition, causes, theories, and treatment approaches to the process of addiction, with emphasis upon dual diagnosis clients. Working with mentally ill and substance misusing clients in various settings is explored. Emphasis is on application of recent research to the philosophy and methods of treatment.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 and PSY 235 , or permission of the instructor
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PSY 404 - Psychology of Learning 3 credits
Basic principles of learning will be examined with an emphasis on their application to understanding and modifying behavior. Theories, models, research, and applications of learning principles to education, child-rearing, counseling, and biofeedback. Laboratory simulation approaches will demonstrate concepts developed with animals, but readily applicable to children and adults.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100
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PSY 446 - Psychobiology 3 credits
Explores the relationship between behavior and activity of the nervous, sensory, and endocrine systems. Topics include behavior genetics, learning and memory, emotions, sleep, and behavioral disorders.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or BIO 112
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PSY 448 - Cognitive Psychology 3 credits
Surveys research and theory on human cognition. Laboratory exercises will include attention, memory, problem solving, language, and creativity and other topics. Format includes lectures and laboratory activity.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 and PSY 311 /Soc 311 Recommended: PSY 446
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PSY 475 - History & Systems of Psychology 3 credits
An examination of the theoretical and historical framework underlying psychology as a field and a profession. Emphasis on clinical psychology, school psychology, industrial- organizational psychology, counseling psychology, and their links to training of professionals. Integrates principles from the major content areas and promotes professional research and writing in APA style.
Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing, PSY 311 /Soc311 and two 300/400 level courses in psychology
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PSY 480 - Advanced Research 1- 3 credits
Student designs and conducts empirical research under supervision of psychology faculty member. Course may be repeated for a total not to exceed six credits
Prerequisite(s): PSY 312 , junior or senior standing, and consent of instructor
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PSY 496 - Practicum 1 3 credits
Supervised field experience in a social service or other setting where psychology background and skills are especially useful. Course may be repeated for a total not to exceed six credits
Prerequisite(s): Psychology major or minor with junior or senior standing and consent of instructor
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Recreation |
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REC 122 - Leadership Training in Recreation 3 credits
Leadership Training is a course designed to provide the student with the basic knowledge of leadership theories, specific communication skills, and application methods that are relevant to the recreation/leisure professional.
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REC 232 - Program Development and Planning 3 credits
This course is designed to introduce the student to recreation program development through an understanding of systematic programming skills, budgeting, personnel management, implementation and marketing strategies, and the evaluation cycle.
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REC 234 - Outdoor Pursuits I 3 credits
This course is experientially based and will provide opportunities for skill, technique, and leadership development in several of the following activities: backpacking, flatwater and/or whitewater canoeing, canoe camping, rock climbing, kayaking, and rafting. Emphasis will be placed on organizing, planning, leading, and evaluating the physical, cognitive, emotional, and special need factors of an outdoor leisure pursuit for diverse populations.
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REC 235 - Outdoor Pursuits II 3 credits
This course is experientially based and will provide opportunities for skill, technique, and leadership development in winter camping, snowshoeing, and nordic and alpine skiing. Emphasis will be placed on developing basic skills, organizing, planning, leading, and evaluating the physical, cognitive, emotional, and special needs factors of an outdoor leisure pursuit for diverse populations.
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REC 360 - Ropes Course Management 3 credits
This course requires students to actively participate and engage in activities involving low and high ropes course elements. Students will learn how to safely manage ropes course facilities and to guide participants through ropes course elements. Students will develop and facilitate a variety of adventure experiential education activities and projects.
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REC 364 - Introduction to Rock Climbing 3 credits
This course requires students to actively participate in both indoor and outside rock climbing. This course will serve as a foundation for students desiring to learn and explore the activity of climbing. Students will be required to participate in an outside trip in April.
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REC 372 - Climbing II: Advanced Skills and Practices 3 credits
This course requires the student to explore advanced climbing skills both at the indoor climbing wall and at outside climbing sites. This course serves as a foundation for the student who wants to climb independently or prepare for PCIA climbing instructor certification in top rope climbing.
Prerequisite(s): REC 364
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REC 374 - Wilderness Expedition Skills 4 credits
This experiential course requires students to work with a faculty member to design and carry out an extended backpacking trip. This leadership-related course focuses on developing outdoor skills in back country living while on the trail. This course requires students to participate in an extended backpacking trip.
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Prerequisite(s): REC 234 , REC 235
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REC 495 - Internship 6 credits
All recreation students must complete a 10-week (350 hours) internship in an approved outdoor recreation/ tourism agency. The internship must be directly related to the student’s concentration and be approved by a recreation advisor.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor
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RUS 101 - Elementary Russian I 3 credits
Interactive introduction to the Russian language. Stresses a multifaceted approach to communication in the Russian language. Language instruction focuses on Russian history and culture.
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RUS 102 - Elementary Russian II 3 credits
Interactive continuation of the Russian language. Stresses the use of vocabulary in conducting everyday activities in Russia. Language instruction focuses on Russian history and culture.
Prerequisite(s): RUS 101 or equivalent
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SCI 382 - STEM 3 credits
This course is crosslisted as EDU 382
Students will deliver science, technology, or engineering activities with youth in local out of school/after school or in-school learning environments. Students will receive specialized training in experiential learning, youth development and risk management, and will also be trained to use prepackaged curricula and materials (provided). Evaluation of the experience for both students and the youth they serve will be expected.
Prerequisite(s): Candidacy, junior status or permission of instructor
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SCI 480 - Research Methods in Science 3 credits
A seminar which provides an introduction to procedures involved in scientific research. Emphasis is placed upon experimental design, methodology, and technique. The student works under the supervision of a faculty member on a project in the general areas of biology, chemistry, ecology, or geology.
When Offered: Offered by arrangement
Prerequisite(s): Permission of a science faculty member from the Department of Mathematics and Science who will serve as the supervisor
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SWK 200 - Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare 3 credits
The course explores social work and other human service professions and how each meets human needs. Social welfare institutions are reviewed through cultural, political, and economic contexts for American and Canadian society. There is special attention to service delivery in a rural context, populations-at-risk and societal oppression.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 and/or SOC 100
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SWK 202 - Ethics in the Helping Professions 3 credits
The course focuses on basic ethical and legal concepts as applied to social work and human service policies and practices. Issues pertaining to confidentiality, clients’ rights, informed consent, mandated reporting, and dual relationships will be surveyed. Identifying and resolving ethical dilemmas and developing problem solving skills will be introduced.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 and SOC 100 , may be taken concurrently
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SWK 207 - Community Mental Health Care 3 credits
This is a basic course in the history and evolution of mental health, focusing on contemporary community mental health care, particularly service systems of Maine. It is not a “how to” class in counseling or mental health diagnosis, rather, it presents information through guest presentation, panel discussion, and dialogues.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or SOC 100
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SWK 236 - Psychosocial Rehabilitation 3 credits
This course examines the basic principles of psychosocial rehabilitation and its role in mental health and social service systems. Students will be introduced to client assessment, planning, intervention, and rehabilitation service strategies from the strengths perspective of clients. Course satisfies Mental Health Rehabilitation certification.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100
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SWK 250 - Child Welfare - Applications for Education & Social Work 3 credits
This course is crosslisted as EDU 250
This course is designed as an introduction to human services with children, youth, and families with emphasis on the education and social work settings. The concepts of child abuse and neglect are introduced. Service learning and child observation techniques will be used to review child welfare services and methods.
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SWK 285 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment I 3 credits
This course is designed as an introduction to human services with children, youth, and families with emphasis on the education and social work settings. The concepts of child abuse and neglect are introduced. Service learning and child observation techniques will be used to review child welfare services and methods.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of SWK 200 recommended, but not required
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SWK 287 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment II 3 credits
Empowering people to change requires understanding the dynamics of human interaction. This course initiates students’ awareness of the interplay between humans, their behavior, and their social environment. This concept is primary to preparation as a generalist practitioner of social work. This course examines families, groups, organizations, and communities.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of SWK 200 recommended, but not required
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SWK 300 - Social Welfare Policy and Issues 3 credits
Students will be introduced to methods of assessment and analysis of social welfare policy. The interrelation of policy and society will be studied. The course reviews social welfare history, public policy development, and how social work is organized by social welfare to respond to need.
Co-requisite(s): SWK 200
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SWK 305 - Ethnicity and Multiculturalism 3 credits
Open to students from any major as a course in diversity. The purpose of this course is to encourage students’ exploration of culture and ethnicity, especially in relation to social work and other human service professions. Developing ethnic self-awareness will be a primary course objective. Students learn about advocacy, education and role modeling to support and understand multiculturalism in society. Course satisfies Mental Health Rehabilitation certification.
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SWK 307 - Incest and Sexual Abuse 3 credits
This course provides basic knowledge about the complex dynamics of incest and sexual abuse. A historical review is presented as well as various models of understanding issues associated with sexual abuse and incest. Review of traditional response/treatment approaches and new techniques for use with sexual abuse victim population will be discussed. Course satisfies Mental Health Rehabilitation certification.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 or SOC 100 or permission of instructor
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SWK 309 - Case Management Practice 3 credits
Careers in human service delivery require skill development to address problems and develop a plan for resolution. This course introduces students to basic case management techniques and challenges participants to become “professional helpers.” Course satisfies Mental Health Rehabilitation Certificate.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100
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SWK 315 - Social Work Practice I 3 credits
Admission into the BSW program required. The first of three practice classes, students acquire entry level skills such as interviewing, data collection, documentation, dealing with ethical dilemmas necessary for beginning generalist social work practice. Critical thinking and self-exploration are integral components of coursework. Diversity, empowerment and a strengths perspective in relation to the individual system emphasized.
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SWK 325 - Gerontology 3 credits
This course is crosslisted as SOC 325
This course introduces students to the issues of aging through an interdisciplinary perspective. Social forces affecting people as they age, including biological, psychological, social, and spiritual issues is presented in a seminar class style. Current research and theory is critiqued. Aging is presented as a process rather than singular life event.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100
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SWK 350 - Children and Grief and Its Impact on Learning 3 credits
This course is crosslisted as EDU 350
The purpose of this class is to enrich students’ exploration of their understanding of death and loss, as it relates to children, especially in the context of social work teaching and other human service professions.
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SWK 380 - Social Work Methods and Practice with Families 3 credits
The course integrates knowledge, values and skills as applied to families and family subsystems. A variety of approaches to interventions with diverse family systems are surveyed.
Prerequisite(s): SWK 200 preferred, but not required
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SWK 381 - Crisis Intervention 3 credits
A study of areas of human behavior typically necessitating intervention, with particular focus on family violence, substance abuse and severe depression. Students learn to identify behaviors that indicate crises, develop personal skills and models of intervention, and appropriate referral tactics. Issues of personal, social, and legal relevance are covered. Cultural sensitivity will be emphasized. Course satisfies Mental Health Rehabilitation certification.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100
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SWK 396A - Junior Field I 3 credits
One hundred (100) hours minimum of field work is completed during the semester under the instructor’s supervision. Review of the experience occurs through group and individual classroom discussions. This course is open to students of all majors and can add a field experience to enrich their education.
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SWK 396B - Junior Field II 3 credits
One hundred (100) hours minimum of field work is completed during the semester under the instructor’s supervision. Review of the experience occurs through group and individual classroom discussion. Required for progression into the Senior Field Practicum.
Prerequisite(s): BSW Major and SWK 200
Co-requisite(s): SWK 315
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SWK 400 - Social Work Practice II 3 credits
This course is designed to build on foundation developed in earlier generalist social work courses and assist in integrating knowledge, values and skills as applied to groups. A variety of approaches to the development of interpersonal communication, assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation with diverse groups are surveyed.
Prerequisite(s): SWK 315 , SWK 396B ;
Co-requisite(s): Swk 496A
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SWK 405 - Social Work Practice III 3 credits
The last of three courses addressing skills and knowledge for generalist social work practice with communities, agencies and organizations. Students explore theory and practice of social change in macro systems, participate in politics, and develop skills of advocacy, networking, brokering, and organizing. This course continues to promote professional development.
Prerequisite(s): SWK 400 ;
Co-requisite(s): Swk 496
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SWK 410 - Social Work Research 3 credits
This course will present topics that reflect social work practice concerns in a rapidly changing world of human needs and the impact on social and economic justice. Students will engage in policy analysis, research, reflection and discourse. Qualitative methods will be used to conduct a research project.
Prerequisite(s): SWK 200 ;
Co-requisite(s): PSY 311 or permission of instructor
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SWK 425 - Topics in Social Work 3-6 credits
This course will present topics that reflect social work practice concerns in a rapidly changing world of human needs. Students will engage in policy analysis, research, reflection and discourse. The topic will change, thus the course can be taken multiple times.
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SWK 492A - Senior Seminar I 3 credits
This course will utilize a comprehensive approach to develop students’ professional abilities, knowledge, skills, values, methods and practice as a social worker. The student’s aptitude and emotional readiness for a career in social work will be discussed.
Co-requisite(s): SWK 494A
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