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3.00 Credits
The development of the European Union (EU) has been the significant political and economic force in post-war Europe. This course examines the historical conditions in which the EU was formed, the development and expansion of its institutions and policies, relationship with the U.S., and expansion into much of Eastern Europe.
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3.00 Credits
This course takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the theory and practice of environmental policies. The course focuses on the political and economic factors contributing to the success and failure of present environmental policies. Topics include the roles of government and the market in causing environmental problems, analysis of proposed means for resolving those problems, and the application of economic and political analyses to selected environmental issues.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines health policies in the United States with comparisons to other countries. It uses a policy analysis framework to explore the formation, implementation, and outcomes of a wide variety of public policies relating to health, including professional standards and liability, costs and coverage of medical care, drug regulation, organ donation, and epidemics. Prerequisite(s): An introductory course in Economics or Political Science, or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the scientific study of behavior with an emphasis on the origins of behavior, learning, social influences, physiological factors, individual differences, personality, and adjustment and maladjustment.
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3.00 Credits
Physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development are studied throughout the life span. Major theories of development are discussed. Applications and examples are presented from applied contexts. Special needs of individuals at various stages throughout the life span are addressed. This course is NOT a substitute for 200 and 300 level development courses that apply toward majors in psychology and social work and certification in education. Does not count towards the psych major.
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3.00 Credits
No course description available.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the research and theories of food consumption from biological, cultural, and learning perspectives. Topics include the physiology of hunger, development of food preferences, cuisines, and disordered eating. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or permission of instructor.
Prerequisite:
PSY101
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3.00 Credits
This course will provide students with 40 hours of volunteer training developed and implemented by the Pittsburgh Action Against Rape (PAAR). Successful completion of the training will qualify them as a Sexual Assault Counselor.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to essential research tools. Topics include frequency distributions, indices of central tendency, variability, and various inferential statistics, including nonparametric techniques. This course also examines research design procedures with an emphasis on analysis of variance. Priority given to psychology, social work and forensics majors. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101
Prerequisite:
PSY101
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the scientific method employed by psychologists. Topics include sampling, validity and reliability, experimentation, and field research. Students also conduct laboratory assignments on areas within learning, cognition, and social psychology. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 and 213 or permission of the instructor.
Prerequisite:
PSY101 AND PSY213
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