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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
This course will introduce students to the field of political psychology and will expose students to several key theoretical arenas within both psychology and international relations. Students will examine the psychology of inter-group conflict, paying particular attention to political culture, ethnic conflict, violence, and racism. Students will also examine individual characteristics-such as personality, beliefs, and information processing tendencies-as they impact the formulation of foreign policy. Students will investigate the psychological foundations of inter-state crises, bargaining and negotiations, conflict resolution, and international terrorism. Prerequisite: PS 274, or PY 111 and 251, or permission of the instructor. (Cross-listed as PY 415.)
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3.00 Credits
This course offers an analysis of the role of the federal judiciary in Constitutional interpretation with particular emphasis on the separation of powers, federal-state relations, taxation, and the protection of human rights. Prerequisite: PS 115.
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3.00 Credits
Each student shall select a topic that relates to his or her interest and that holds promise for original research and analysis. Ensuing research will require the examination, analysis, and appropriate synthesis of both primary and secondary resources. The study will raise questions of theory and value from which to make predictive and educated assumptions appropriate to the research topic. This research and evaluation exercise will culminate with a seminar paper, formal oral defense, and peer and instructor evaluation. This course is required of majors in Political Science. The student must pass an 8 hour comprehensive examination, given near the end of the course, covering the years of study in the major as a prerequisite for passage of the course and completion of the major. Prerequisite: 21 hours of Political Science, including PS 274.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Students who have demonstrated superior achievement in political science may enroll for independent study under the supervision of a consenting instructor. Prerequisite: Department chair approval.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores how psychology provides the basis for meeting many of the challenges of contemporary life. It provides students with a basic understanding of the psychological principles and concepts that are most relevant to them as individuals, and as members of society. Issues discussed include gender roles, sexuality, marriage, work, health, and alcohol and drug use.
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3.00 Credits
This course reviews the developmental, physiological, emotional, and psychological aspects of human sexuality. Students will gain knowledge of the facets of human sexuality and relate the topic to themselves and others through reflective thinking.
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3.00 Credits
This survey course utilizes a multi-dimensional approach to help students understand how biological, psychological, socio-cultural, and even political forces contribute to psychological disorders. Students will learn the diagnostic criteria for the major mental disorders and review research on their causes, course, and treatment. This course provides a foundation for students interested in learning more about mental health and/or pursuing a career in the helping professions. Prerequisite: PY 111.
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3.00 Credits
This course is intended to provide an introduction to the field of social psychology. Research in this field examines the influence of the social context on the thoughts, feelings, and behavior of individuals. One unique aspect of social psychology is the connection between what students learn in the classroom and the situations and circumstances they encounter in their daily lives. Prerequisite: PY 111.
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3.00 Credits
Each of the main contemporary theories of personality is discussed in this course and relevant research relating to each one is examined. Main theories include psychoanalytic, trait, humanistic, behavioral, social learning, and cognitive. Application of personality theories to historical and modern persons is integrated throughout the course. Prerequisite: PY 111.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines changes in human behavior over the entire life span from conception to death. Topics are presented in a chronological order and cover developmental changes in physical, cognitive, and social domains. Traditional theories are integrated with current findings of developmental researchers. Prerequisite: PY 111.
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