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PHIL 450 - Philosophy of Law
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: An examination of central issues in the philosophy of law, including law and morality, the interpretation of law, and philosophical and legal issues concerning punishment, justice, rights, and liberty. Combines philosophical theory with consideration of selected court cases to develop an understanding of law and its place in society.
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PHIL 460 - Philosophy of Language
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: An investigation of issues in the philosophy of language and related issues in linguistics (including anthropological linguistics, sociolinguistics, and psycholinguistics). Topics include, for example, the influence of language on perception, rationalist/empiricist perspectives on language acquisition, language and political control, reference, meaning, and truth.
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PHIL 481 - Special Topics l
Class Hours: var
Credits: 1-3
Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
Description: Offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 481 are primarily for upper-level undergraduate students.
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PHIL 483 - Honors Thesis
Class Hours: var
Credits: 1-6
Prerequisite: Admission to departmental honors program; prior approval through advisor, faculty member, department chairperson, dean, and Office of the Provost
Description: An intensive, focused study involving independent research culminating in a written thesis approved by a thesis director and two faculty readers/committee members. Repeated: May be taken more than once to a maximum of 6cr.
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PHIL 493 - Internship in Philosophy
Class Hours: var
Credits: 3-6
Prerequisite: Permission of the department, junior or senior philosophy major or double major, 2.5 GPA
Description: A supervised experience of no longer than one semester and no less than five weeks. This would take place in either a public or private organization in areas that either extend and develop or complement course work in philosophy. Log and/or major paper required. Internships are to be done with a clear analysis, argumentation, and examination of governing principles.
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PHYS 100 - Prelude to Physics
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Students who have earned a “C” or better in a higher number physics course may not take this course.
Description: Prepares students for their first course in quantitative physics by reviewing fundamental concepts involving measurement and error, graphing, motion, and applications of Newton’s Laws in developing problem-solving skills. Also presents a historical perspective as well as introduces the many opportunities that exist for those with a background in physics.
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PHYS 101 - Energy and Our Environment
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: An overview of the areas of energy, transportation, and pollution. These topics are approached via the relevant concepts of physical science and physics. A non-laboratory course for Liberal Studies requirements.
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PHYS 105 - The Physics of Light and Sound
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: The study of light and sound as applied in the production of objects of art and the production of music. Includes the study of vision, light in nature, photography, and artistic media and the study of hearing, musical sound, musical instruments, and room acoustics. A non-laboratory course for Liberal Studies requirements.
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PHYS 111 - Physics I Lecture
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Elementary algebra and trigonometry
Description: General college physics; mechanics, wave motion, and sound.
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PHYS 112 - Physics II Lecture
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PHYS 111
Description: Electricity and magnetism, heat, light, atomic and nuclear physics, and an elementary introduction to relativity and quantum theory.
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PHYS 121 - Physics I Lab
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisite or Corequisite: PHYS 111
Description: Physics laboratory at level of Physics I; exercises in mechanics, wave motion, and sound.
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PHYS 122 - Physics II Lab
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisite or Corequisite: PHYS 112
Description: Physics laboratory at level of Physics II; exercises in optics, electricity and magnetism, and radioactivity.
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PHYS 131 - Physics I-C Lecture
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MATH 121 or MATH 125 , at least concurrently
Description: A calculus-based course in general college physics; topics covered are similar to those covered in PHYS 111 but are treated in more depth through the use of calculus.
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PHYS 132 - Physics II-C Lecture
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MATH 122 or MATH 126 , at least concurrently
Description: A calculus-based course in general college physics utilizing the techniques in problem solving learned in PHYS 131 applied to more advanced topics; topics covered are: electric fields, magnetic fields, Coulomb’s Law, Gauss’Law, Ampere’s Law, circuits, geometric optics, and physical optics.
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PHYS 141 - Physics I-C Lab
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisite or Corequisite: PHYS 131
Description: Physics laboratory at same level as Physics I-C; exercises in mechanics, wave motion, and sound.
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PHYS 142 - Physics II-C Lab
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Prerequisite or Corequisite: PHYS 132 at least concurrently
Description: Physics laboratory at same level as Physics II; exercises in optics, mechanics, wave motion, and sound.
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PHYS 151 - Medical Physics Lecture
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Development of concepts and principles of physics with a strong emphasis as to their use and application in medical and other biophysical areas.
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PHYS 161 - Medical Physics Lab
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 1
Corequisite: PHYS 151
Description: Experiments dealing with applications of physical principles to the field of medicine. Practical experience with use of electronic equipment, chart recorders, etc., of type found in modern-day medicine are introduced.
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PHYS 231 - Electronics
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 3
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: MATH 122 or MATH 126 ; PHYS 112 or PHYS 132
Description: Circuit theory, transients, transistor circuits, frequency response, input and output impedance, feedback, and electronic noise. Operational amplifiers and digital electronics.
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PHYS 260 - Introduction to Nanoscience and Technology
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PHYS 112 or PHYS 132
Description: An introduction to the theoretical and experimental concepts of the emerging field of nanotechnology. Prepares students from a wide range of disciplines for careers or higher studies in areas involving nanotechnology. Inherently interdisciplinary in nature, bridges across physics, chemistry, biology, and computer science. Covers the emerging role of nanostructure materials for current and future applications in the fields of electronics, energy, textiles, and medicine.
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PHYS 281 - Special Topics
Class Hours: var
Credits: 1-3
Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
Description: Offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 281 are offered primarily for lower-level undergraduate students.
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PHYS 321 - Introduction to Computational Physics
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Introduces a basic understanding of the methods and tools of computational physics, allowing their use in solving various physics, engineering, and science problems. Emphasizes mastery of software, using it to solve physical problems, and hands-on learning through some trial and error.
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PHYS 331 - Modern Physics
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PHYS 112 or 116 or PHYS 132 ; MATH 122 or MATH 126
Description: The history of modern physics is covered. Particle and wave properties of matter are explored using the ideas of quantum mechanics. Systems examined using the ideas of quantum and classical mechanics are atomic structure, solid state, and nuclear physics. The special theory of relativity will also be covered. Some of the problems are solved using computers.
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PHYS 342 - Thermal and Statistical Physics
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MATH 122 or MATH 126 ; PHYS 112 or PHYS 132
Description: Thermometry, laws of thermodynamics, low-temperature physics, entropy, properties of ideal gas, and an introduction to statistical mechanics.
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PHYS 345 - Optics
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: MATH 122 or MATH 126 ; PHYS 112 or PHYS 132
Description: Geometrical optics and physical optics, including interference, diffraction, and polarization. Quantum optics is introduced.
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PHYS 350 - Intermediate Experimental Physics I
Class Hours: 0
Lab/Discussion: 6
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PHYS 331 ; PHYS 342 or EOPT 120
Description: Performs required fundamental experiments in areas of mechanics, optics, modern physics, and heat. Speaking before other classmates and faculty and competence in writing scientific papers and reports are emphasized. Effectiveness in the collection of data is important. Computers will often be utilized to perform data taking and analysis.
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PHYS 355 - Computer Interfacing
Class Hours: 2
Lab/Discussion: 2
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: COSC 110
Description: Teaches the fundamentals of interfacing the personal computer to its physical surroundings. Teaches how to collect data and to control experiments in real time. Shows how to use digital-to-analog conversion (DAC) techniques and analog-to-digital conversion (ADC) techniques. A graphical software package (such as LabVIEW) is also used to design icon-based interfacing tools, to learn how to use virtual instruments, and to analyze data.
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PHYS 401 - Theoretical Physics
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PHYS 131 , PHYS 132 ; MATH 125 , MATH 126
Prerequisite or Corequisite: MATH 341 or department permission
Description: Explores the applied mathematics necessary to solve ordinary and partial differential equations in closed and series forms for boundary value problems in intermediate and advanced physics. Coordinate transformations, tensor analysis, special functions, and series involving complex variables and integral transforms are also considered.
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PHYS 441 - Classical Mechanics
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PHYS 131 , PHYS 132 ; MATH 125 , MATH 126
Corequisite: MATH 341 or Physics Department permission
Description: Covers vectors, generalized coordinates, and coordinate transformations to study the mechanics of a particle and a system of particles in one, two, and three dimensions. Central forces, planetary, and satellite motion and rotation, oscillations, and conservation laws in the Newtonian formulation of classical mechanics are included and used to solve dynamical problems for various mechanical systems.
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PHYS 451 - Electricity and Magnetism
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PHYS 131 , PHYS 132 ; MATH 125 , MATH 126
Prerequisite or Corequisite: PHYS 441 or department permission
Description: Treats elements of vector analysis, electrostatics, special techniques for finding electric potential, electric field in matter, magnetostatics, magnetic field in matter, electrodynamics, Maxwell’s equations, and electromagnetic waves at the calculus level.
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PHYS 461 - Quantum Mechanics I
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PHYS 331 , MATH 341
Description: Quantum mechanics following methods of Schrodinger and Heisenberg, application to harmonic oscillator, three-dimensional Schrodinger equation, hydrogen atom, electron in a magnetic field—normal and anomalous Zeeman effect, spin.
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PHYS 472 - Nuclear Physics
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PHYS 331
Description: A survey of nuclear physics, nuclear size, nuclear mass, reaction theory, types of radioactive decay, nuclear models, nuclear forces, and elementary particles.
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PHYS 482 - Independent Study in Physics
Class Hours: var
Credits: 1-6
Prerequisite: Prior approval through advisor, faculty member, department chairperson, dean, and Office of the Provost
Description: Students with interest in independent study of a topic not offered in the curriculum may propose a plan of study in conjunction with a faculty member. Approved: Approval is based on academic appropriateness and availability of resources. Work is supervised by a Physics Department faculty member but does not necessarily involve regular lecture or laboratory hours.
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Political Science |
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PLSC 101 - World Politics
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: An analysis of contemporary (post-1945) state system and forces shaping the world in which we live. Student is given a framework within which to analyze contemporary international politics.
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PLSC 111 - American Government
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Investigates the way American government works (and why sometimes it doesn’t). Examines who gets what, why, and how in America and who pays for it, with an emphasis on understanding the origin, structure, and functions of US government. Looks beyond the divisions between “liberals” and “conservatives” to understand and evaluate contemporary political events and practices. Founding principles and their modern application are a core focus.
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PLSC 250 - Public Policy
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Emphasizes dynamics of government as they are evidenced in public opinion, pressure groups, political parties, and our governmental institutions; attention also directed toward the political-economical nexus within American society.
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PLSC 251 - State and Local Political Systems
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Examines institutions and processes of state and local governments, with special attention to Pennsylvania; emphasis on the nature of federalism, state constitutions, and role of state and local government in an urban society.
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PLSC 260 - Contemporary Political Ideas
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: A survey of political ideas influential in contemporary politics, knowledge of which is essential for various analyses in political science. Ideas discus-sed include conservatism, “liberalism” or social democracy, socialism, anarchism, fascism, political Islam, and feminist and environmentalist thought.
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PLSC 270 - Fundamentals of Homeland Security
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Presents fundamental concepts of homeland security and the complexity of this area of government activity and academic study. Explores emergency management and homeland defense, the two main fields of study and practice within homeland security, through a collaborative and integrated foundation involving multiple disciplines of the homeland security enterprise.
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PLSC 280 - Comparative Government I: Western Political Systems
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Analyzes Western political systems with emphasis on major contemporary democratic governments of Europe. Analyzes and compares their political cultures, political institutions, and political processes.
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PLSC 281 - Special Topics
Class Hours: var
Credits: 1-3
Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
Description: Offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 281 are offered primarily for lower-level undergraduate students.
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PLSC 282 - International Relations
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Provides a conceptual framework for understanding sovereignty, nationalism, power, security, dispute settlement, and diplomatic, legal, economic, and military relations of nation-states.
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PLSC 283 - American Foreign Policy
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Examines formulation and execution of American foreign policy, with attention to governmental institutions, mass media, interest groups, and public opinion; emphasizes contemporary problems.
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PLSC 285 - Comparative Government II: Non-Western Political Systems
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Analyzes major non-Western political systems with emphasis on authoritarian and totalitarian systems. Analyzes and compares in a systematic manner their political cultures, political institutions, and political processes.
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PLSC 300 - Research Methods in Political Science
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PLSC 101 or PLSC 111
Description: An examination of the application of the scientific approach to the investigation of social and political phenomena. Concentrates on approaches, methods, and computer tools. All political science majors and minors are strongly urged to enroll.
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PLSC 339 - Jihad and the Origins of Islamist Movements in the Middle East
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing, 3cr of college history
Description: Discusses the concept of “jihad” in Islamic history: its origins, development, and historical deployment by groups within the Muslim community. Analyzes the history and origins of groups such as al-Qaeda, the Taliban, and ISIS and considers whether these groups are “medieval” or actually modern products of globalization. Offered: (Also offered as HIST 339 ; may not be taken for duplicate credit.)
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PLSC 344 - Terrorism
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PLSC 101 or PLSC 111 or CRIM 101 or CRIM 102 or instructor permission
Description: An in-depth study of the legal and international issues that the United States faces in response to combating international terrorism. The emphasis is placed on identifying causes of terrorism and the most plausible threats; terrorist networks, their commonalities and differences, and the difficulty in countering; and determining appropriate responses, to include political and legal implications, threat analysis, physical security, and target hardening. Offered: (Also offered as CRIM 344 ; may not be taken as duplicate credit.)
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PLSC 348 - Top Secret America: The Rise and Reach of the National Security State
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Focuses on the historical development of the concept of national security in the US and on the intersection of national and broader international security concerns in the Cold War context. Identifies, for the Cold War era and beyond, diplomatic, military, and intelligence capabilities of governments and explores how individuals and groups conceptualized themselves, and their security. Explores one powerful motivator: fear and how it translated into political actions and citizen involvement in Cold War concepts. HIST 348 and PLSC 348 may be substituted interchangeably for D/F repeats, but may not be used for duplicate credit.
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PLSC 350 - The Presidency
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: An examination of the office of president, with attention to constitutional foundations, evolution, structure, powers, and functions; some comparisons between presidential and parliamentary systems and between offices of president and governor.
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PLSC 351 - Legislative Process
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: A functional study of legislative bodies and process of legislation, covering organization of legislative assemblies, operation of committee system, procedures, bill drafting, aides, and controls over legislation.
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PLSC 354 - Metropolitan Problems
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Analyzes multiplicity of problems facing our metropolitan areas. Contemporary developments such as urban renewal, shrinking tax base, federal aid to cities, subsidized mass transit, municipal authorities, and political consolidation are examined.
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PLSC 355 - Intergovernmental Relations
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Explores characteristics of federal systems of government, with emphasis on theories, origins, institutions, problems in intergovernmental relations in the United States, federal systems in other nations, and trends.
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PLSC 358 - Judicial Process
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PLSC 111
Description: Explores nature and limits of judicial power, courts as policymaking bodies, selection of judges, decision process, external forces impinging on the courts, and role of Supreme Court in its relationship with Congress, the presidency, and federalism.
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PLSC 359 - Constitutional Law and Civil Liberties
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PLSC 111
Description: A study of civil liberties and civil rights issues through leading Supreme Court decisions; topics treated include First Amendment rights, procedural due process and the Bill of Rights, and Equal Protection problems in civil rights.
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PLSC 360 - Classical Political Thought
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: The origins and development of Western thought from Plato and Aristotle through Cicero and Saint Thomas Aquinas. Focuses especially on political participation as a way of life, the unity of political and moral conceptions in premodern political thought, and the relationship between order and justice.
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PLSC 361 - Modern Political Thought
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Covers the major representatives of modern political thought since the Renaissance. Follows the development of the specifically modern notion of thestate and political action through the works of Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Marx, and Lenin. Emphasizes the “instrumentalist” state and the idea of a political science.
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PLSC 370 - The Practice of Public Administration
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Examines the environment and structure of public sector organizations; organizational theory and organizational culture; intergovernmental and intra-organizational relations; leadership and ethics; the planning, management, and evaluation of programs and services; the administration of human resources; budgeting and finance; and management information. Emphasizes the integration of theory and practice through case studies and projects.
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PLSC 372 - Constitutional Issues in Homeland Security
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Explores constitutional issues raised by the U.S. government’s post-9/11 efforts to battle terrorism abroad and domestically. Analyzes the laws and practices used to protect national security in the context of constitutional principles as articulated in the opinions of the U.S. Supreme Court and other published case law.
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PLSC 375 - Crisis Management and Decision Making
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Offers a broader perspective on the nature of crises, particularly international and national security-related crises from the perspective of policy makers and policy implementers. Examines the ways in which people behave and the decisions they make in crisis situations. Focuses on the ways policy and implementation practitioners can prepare and train for unanticipated events and their consequences. Included as a controlled elective in the Homeland Security major track.
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PLSC 382 - Political Systems: Africa
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Suggested PLSC 280 and/or PLSC 285
Description: An intensive, comparative study of the government and politics of a selected region.
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PLSC 382-387 - Political Systems
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Suggested PLSC 280 and/or PLSC 285
Description: An intensive, comparative study of the government and politics of a selected region. PLSC 382 Africa (currently inactive); PLSC 383 Asia (currently inactive); PLSC 384 Middle East (currently inactive); PLSC 385 Central and Eastern Europe (currently inactive); PLSC 387 Latin America (currently inactive)
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PLSC 383 - Political Systems: Asia
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Suggested PLSC 280 and/or PLSC 285
Description: An intensive, comparative study of the government and politics of a selected region.
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PLSC 384 - Political Systems: Middle East
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Suggested PLSC 280 and/or PLSC 285
Description: An intensive, comparative study of the government and politics of a selected region.
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PLSC 385 - Political Systems: Central and Eastern Europe
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Suggested PLSC 280 and/or PLSC 285
Description: An intensive, comparative study of the government and politics of a selected region.
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PLSC 387 - Political Systems: Latin America
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Suggested PLSC 280 and/or PLSC 285
Description: An intensive, comparative study of the government and politics of a selected region.
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PLSC 388 - Dimensions of National Security
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Deals with national security problems including decision making and budgeting, levels of strategy, the utility of force, and the impact of the military on American society.
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PLSC 389 - International Development Strategies
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Suggested PLSC 280 and/or PLSC 285
Description: Political characteristics of emerging nations; impact of economic and social change on political structure; evolving patterns of political development; and techniques of nation building.
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PLSC 404 - Women and Politics
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Focuses on the role of women in political life and policies that especially affect women in both developing and developed countries.
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PLSC 405 - Sexuality and Law
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Critically examines the role of law in regulating sexuality in the United States. Analyzes legal and constitutional questions regarding sex, sexual orientation, and identity. Using statutory law and written judicial opinions, the course explores the evolution of legal approaches to issues including regulation of married and non-married sexual activity, same-sex marriage and sexual orientation, and First Amendment protections of LGBT rights. Emphasizes the role of the Supreme Court’s interpretation of the Constitution, especially of due process and equal protection.
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PLSC 422 - International Law and Organizations
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: A survey of the main concepts and history of international law and an analysis of the major international organizations such as the United Nations, European Union, and Organization of American States. Knowledge of how such organizations operate is essential to understand international relations.
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PLSC 465 - Intelligence Process and Policy
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Demystifies intelligence and focuses on the critical thinking and intellectual skills the process of intelligence requires to provide government, private, and nonprofit decision makers with useful information on which to base sound decisions. The process involves collecting, analyzing, and providing data to those decision makers. Students also examine the impact of the structure and role of the intelligence community in formulating US national security policy.
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PLSC 480 - Political Science Seminar
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Readings and written assignments on a specific topic determined by the instructor in charge.
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PLSC 481 - Special Topics
Class Hours: var
Credits: 1-3
Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
Description: Offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 481 are primarily for upper-level undergraduate students.
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PLSC 482 - Independent Study
Class Hours: var
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Prior approval through advisor, faculty member, department chairperson, dean, and Office of the Provost
Description: Students with interest in independent study of a topic not offered in the curriculum may propose a plan of study in conjunction with a faculty member. Approved: Approval is based on academic appropriateness and availability of resources.
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PLSC 493 - Political Science Internship
Class Hours: var
Credits: 2-12
Prerequisite: 9cr in political science with 2.0 GPA; PLSC 111 ; approval of internship director and chairperson
Description: Practical experience in government and politics. Log and research project required. Course grade determined by the instructor. Maximum of 6cr applied to minimum in major; maximum of 3cr applied in minor.
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PNAF 131 - Introduction to Pan-African Studies
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: A multidisciplinary introduction to Africa and the African diaspora. Explores the effects of Africa’s history, in particular colonialism and independence, on present-day Africa; examines the relationship between Africa and the African diaspora with special attention to African arts, social systems, and political and economic development; looks at Africa’s contribution to contemporary culture in the Americas.
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PNAF 482 - Independent Study
Class Hours: var
Credits: 1-3
Prerequisite: Prior approval through advisor, faculty member, program coordinator, dean, and Office of the Provost
Description: Students with interest in an independent study of a Pan-African studies-related topic not offered in the curriculum may propose a plan of study in conjunction with a faculty member. Approved: Approval is based on academic appropriateness and availability of resources.
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Psychology |
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PSYC 100 - The Psychology Major: Curriculum and Careers
Class Hours: 1
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: PSYC majors
Description: Acclimates students to the culture and opportunities associated with the study of Psychology at IUP. Emphasizes career options and pathways to success in as a psychology major and the benefits of the discipline to individuals and society.
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PSYC 101 - General Psychology
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Description: Introduces the scientific study of behavior and mental processes.
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PSYC 102 - Identity and Interactions in a Diverse World
Class Hours: 2
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 2
Description: Emphasizes reflection on one’s own identity and cultural heritage, and respect for others’ intersectional identities and heritage. Experiences and interactions of individuals with dominant and marginalized identities are examined from multiple frameworks.
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PSYC 150 - Introduction to Applied Psychology
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101
Description: Surveys the various settings and professions that require the use and application of psychology and psychological principles to solve human
problems. Explores the types of skills required in the applied professions and the clienteles served, as well as the theoretical bases for applied work in different contexts.
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PSYC 200 - Psychological Research I
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 , Grade of “C” or better in MATH 217
Description: Examines the design and analysis of basic experimental and non-experimental research. This course is eligible for course repeat of PSYC 290 (4 credits).
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PSYC 215 - Developmental Psychology
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101
Description: Examines the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social factors that contribute to human development rom conception through old age. Provides an overview of theory andresearch in Developmental Psychology. This course is eligible for course repeat of PSYC 310.
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PSYC 225 - Abnormal Psychology
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101
Description: Examines the description, causes, and treatment of behaviors labeled abnormal in our society from experimental and clinical points of view.
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PSYC 235 - Social Psychology
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101
Description: Examines the effects of the social environment on human behavior. Topics include perception of persons, attitude formation and change, and small-group interaction.
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PSYC 245 - Learning and Cognition
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101
Description: Examines theories, research methods, and findings related to the study of learning and cognition. Includes conditioning, social learning, memory, perceptual processing, cognition, and language.
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PSYC 255 - Biopsychology
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101
Description: Examines the relationship between behavior and the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system. Emphasizes typical neural function as well as neurological and psychological disorders.
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PSYC 280 - Psychological Inquiry
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 , psychology minors
Description: Introduces students minoring in psychology to issues central to carrying out and interpreting empirical research in the field. Students become more sophisticated consumers of empirical research findings. May not be taken for credit after successful completion of PSYC 290 .
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PSYC 290 - Research Design and Analysis I
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 2
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: MATH 217 , PSYC 101
Description: A laboratory course devoted to designing, conducting, and evaluating results of psychological experiments.
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PSYC 291 - Research Design and Analysis II
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 2
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 , grade of “C” or better in PSYC 290
Description: A continuation of Research Design and Analysis I.
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PSYC 300 - Psychological Research II: Quantitative Research Methods
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 , Grade of C or better in PSYC 200
Description: Examines advanced quantitative design and analysis in both experimental and nonexperimental contexts. This course is eligible for course repeat of PSYC 291 (4 credits).
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PSYC 301 - Psychological Research II: Qualitative Research Methods
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 ; Grade of “C” or better in PSYC 200
Description: Examines a variety of qualitative research approaches, taking into account issues of epistemology (ways of knowing), methodology (ways of examining), and representation (ways of writing and reporting).
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PSYC 311 - Child Psychology
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101
Description: The study of factors that influence total development and behavior of child. Current theories and research are considered, with focus on optimum development of individual. May receive credit toward the psychology major or minor for only one of PSYC 215 , 311, or PSYC 315 .
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PSYC 312 - Adult Development and Aging
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101
Description: A survey of physiological, cognitive, emotional, and social issues affecting the young adult, the middle-aged, and the elderly. Includes an examination of significant adult life crises.
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PSYC 313 - Non-normative Development in Adulthood (CAAST)
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101
Description: A survey of non-normative transitions for younger, middle-aged, and older adults. Emphasis on how various losses, neurocognitive disorders, abuse, and neglect affect adult development. A component of the interdisciplinary Child and Adult Advocacy Studies (CAAST) minor and certificate programs. May not get credit for both PSYC 312 and 313.
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PSYC 314 - Child and Adolescent Psychopathology (CAAST)
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101
Description: An in-depth examination of theories and research related to risk factors and protective factors in the development of children and adolescents. Highlights how physical, cognitive, and social development can be impacted by violence. A component of the interdisciplinary Child and Adult Advocacy Studies (CAAST) minor and certificate programs. May not get credit for both PSYC 311 and 314.
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PSYC 315 - Experimental Development Psychology
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 2
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: PSYC 280 or PSYC 290
Description: Studies human development from conception to death with emphasis on the physical, cognitive, and emotional domains. Students are involved in observation and data collection. May receive credit toward the psychology major or minor for only one of PSYC 215 , PSYC 311 , or 315.
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PSYC 320 - Personality
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101
Description: Provides comparative analysis of major representative traditional and contemporary theories of personality.
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PSYC 322 - Violence Across the Life Span
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 , department permission
Description: A multidisciplinary and contextual approach to understanding interpersonal violence across the lifespan. Emphasizes skill building in mandated reporting, forensic interviewing, documentation of violent incidents, working as a member of a multidisciplinary team, and being an advocate for violence prevention. May be taken for major or minor credit. Includes simulations of forensic interviews that take place outside of class time and that are required aspects. Simulation experiences provide practice carrying out a multidisciplinary approach to forensic investigations.
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PSYC 325 - Psychological Testing and Measurement
Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101
Description: Introduces the principles and methods of psychological measurement and test construction. Reviews major psychological tests currently in use in clinical and business applications.
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