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PHED 221 - Advanced Personal Fitness Theory
CR: 0.5
Prerequisite: PHED 128 . Co-requisite: PHED 220 . This course is designed for students interested in understanding, designing, and participating in training programs to achieve higher levels of human performance through fitness and conditioning. Among topics to be covered are: goal setting and program design; methods of strength training; anatomy, flexibility, and injury prevention; nutrition and the female athlete triad; aerobic and anaerobic energy systems; and sport specific training.
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PHED 225 - Sports Performance Training
CR: 1
IV.3
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PHED 252 - Advanced Wing Chun
CR: 1
Prerequistie: PHED 152. IV.3
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PHED 300 - Swimming Conditioning
CR: .5
IV.3
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PHED 338 - Club Fencing
CR: 0.5
IV.3
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PHED 346 - Intermediate Tennis
CR: 1
Prerequisite: PHED 146 . IV.3
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PHED 361 - Special Study
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: 100-level PHED course and permission of the instructor. The study of an intermediate level topic by an individual student or by a small group of students under the immediate supervision of a faculty member.
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PHED 377 - Internship
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: Three credits in PHED and permission of the instructor and program chair. This course is graded P/CR/NC only.
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PHED 401 - Varsity Swimming Team
CR: 0-1
IV.3
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PHED 407 - Varsity Cross Country Team
CR: 0-1
IV.3
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PHED 412 - Varsity Golf Team
CR: 0-1
IV.3
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PHED 441 - Varsity Hockey Team
CR: 0-1
IV.3
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PHED 442 - Varsity Lacrosse Team
CR: 0-1
IV.3
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PHED 446 - Varsity Tennis Team
CR: 0-1
IV.3
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PHED 450 - Varsity Soccer Team
CR: 0-1
IV.3
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PHED 461 - Independent Study
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: One 100-level PHED course, one 200-level PHED course, and permission of the instructor. Pursuit of an upper-level research project determined in advance by the student in consultation with a faculty member who will act as the sponsor.
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PHYS 113 - Astronomy for the Liberal Arts
CR: 3
An introduction to the study of the universe, including basic elements of astronomy and topics of current interest; the solar system, search for extraterrestrial life, black holes, and cosmology. Three hours lecture and some evening observation sessions. III.Q, V.8a
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PHYS 171 - General Physics I
CR: 4
Prerequisite: MATH 123 or MATH 124 . A calculus-based study of kinematics, Newton’s Laws, rotational motion, gravitation, and the conservation laws of classical mechanics. Three hours lecture and one three-hour laboratory. III.Q, V.8ab
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PHYS 172 - General Physics II
CR: 4
Prerequisites: MATH 124 and PHYS 171 . A calculus-based study of electricity, magnetism, circuits, electromagnetic waves, and Maxwell’s Equation. Three hours lecture and one three-hour laboratory. III.Q, V.8a
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PHYS 202 - Twentieth-Century Physics
CR: 3
Prerequisite: PHYS 240 . Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 328 . An introduction to the special theory of relativity and quantum phenomena. Topics include the Bohr atom, the wave function, electron spin, Pauli Principle, quantum statistics, and atomic structure. Four hours lecture.
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PHYS 210 - Introductory Astronomy and Astrophysics
CR: 3
Prerequisite: PHYS 172 . Co-requisite: MATH 223 . An introduction to topics in planetary physics; stellar, galactic, and extragalactic astronomy and astrophysics; and cosmology. Offered alternate years.
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PHYS 221 - Electrical Circuits
CR: 4
Prerequisite: PHYS 172 . This course introduces the fundamental principles and the mathematical techniques used to analyze and model analog and digital circuits including energy storage elements. Course topics include resistive circuits, alternating current circuits, transient analysis, operational amplifier circuits, transistors, diodes, digital systems, and instrumentation. Three hours of lecture and one three-hour laboratory. Same as ENGR 221.
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PHYS 233 - Intermediate Physics Laboratory
CR: 1
Prerequisite: PHYS 172 . Selected experiments in classical physics and electrical circuits. Analysis and treatment of uncertainty and error. One three-hour laboratory. III.Q, V.8b
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PHYS 240 - Optics
CR: 3
Prerequisite: PHYS 172 . This course will focus on topics of physical optics with some review of geometrical optics. Topics covered will include optical instrumentation, interference of light, optical interferometry, diffraction, fiber optics, lasers, and nonlinear optics. Offered alternate years.
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PHYS 258 - Intermediate Physics Seminar
CR: 3
Prerequisite: PHYS 172 . Prerequisite or co-requisite: MATH 223 . This course focuses on topics in classical physics at the intermediate level with an emphasis on developing students’ problem-solving skills. Students will work individually and collaboratively on problems and present solutions that are critiqued in class. Topics include mechanics, electromagnetism, waves, optics, and thermodynamics.
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PHYS 261 - Directed Study
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: One PHYS course and permission of the instructor. The study of introductory level material by an individual student or by a small group of students under the immediate supervision of a faculty member.
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PHYS 301 - Classical Mechanics
CR: 3
Prerequisites: PHYS 172 and MATH 328 . Classical mechanics, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian functions. Central force problems. Offered alternate years.
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PHYS 337 - Special Topics
CR: 1-3
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. The study of an advanced topic not normally covered in other physics courses.
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PHYS 351 - Research in Physics
CR: 3
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Students engage in ongoing faculty research in, for example, radio astronomy, laser physics, or materials science. Credit may be given for off-campus research projects.
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PHYS 361 - Special Study
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: 100-level PHYS course and permission of the instructor. The study of an intermediate level topic by an individual student or by a small group of students under the immediate supervision of a faculty member.
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PHYS 377 - Internship
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: Three credits in PHYS and permission of the instructor and program chair. This course is graded P/CR/NC only.
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PHYS 461 - Independent Study
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: One 100-level PHYS course, one 200-level PHYS course, and permission of the instructor. Pursuit of an upper-level research project determined in advance by the student in consultation with a faculty member who will act as the sponsor.
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Political Science |
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POLS 112 - Political Geography
CR: 3
This course surveys the relationship between geography and politics as well as the impact of geography on social, cultural, and economic realities around the globe. After exploring the major theories and core concepts of political geography, the geopolitics of the major regions of the world will be examined with the goal of promoting a more nuanced understanding of each region. V.7
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POLS 142 - Modern Europe
CR: 3
This course surveys the major themes of European history from Napoleon to the present. Topics to be covered include nationalism, imperialism (and later decolonization), the rise of ideologies, and major conflicts. The course concludes by examining the emergence of the European Union. Though it is largely a study of political events, notable economic, intellectual, and artistic trends will be discussed as well. V.1, V.7
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POLS 159 - Introduction to American Government
CR: 3
Introduces the study of American government and politics using political science methods. Includes examination of political analysis models, authority systems, American political culture, U.S. constitutional origins, federalism, political parties, and elections. Also studies the influence of media and public opinion, while focusing on the president, Congress, and judiciary. Explores how courts interpret civil rights and liberties. V.7
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POLS 209 - Global Politics
CR: 3
This course will introduce students to the actors and major concepts of world politics. This includes learning about nation-states, power politics, the global economy, international institutions, and human rights. Students will also consider contemporary global issues like war, terrorism, human migratin, world poverty, and the environment. V.7
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POLS 214 - Modern Middle East
CR: 3
This course surveys the forces shaping the modern Middle East following the collapse of the Ottoman Empire. These include religious and cultural differences as well as geographic realities. The course will also explore the continued relevance of Ottoman rule and European colonialism for understanding current events in the region. V.4, V.5
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POLS 232 - Women, Law, and Politics
CR: 3
This course explores how American women have participated in the legal and political systems to influence public policy related to education, health care, reproductive rights, employment, economic equity, and families. The course emphasizes case studies of gender law and women in public office. Offered alternate years. V.7
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POLS 235 - Business, Government, and the Economy
CR: 3
Utilizing the business school “case method” approach, this course examines the interrelationships between business, government, and the economy through the medium of public policy. It will focus on financial markets, particularly governmental responses to bubbles, panics, and crashes, and the political dimensions of the evolution of money and banking in America. Offered alternate years. V.7
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POLS 242 - Introduction to Comparative Politics
CR: 3
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. A study of major Western and non-Western political systems. Political institutions, processes, and actors in each system are examined in depth. Attention will also be paid to the role of race, religion, and other social forces in shaping politics in each system. Student will undertake small group projects focused on country case studies of their choice. Not open to students who have earned credit for GOVT 122. V.4
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POLS 261 - Directed Study
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: One POLS course and permission of the instructor. The study of introductory level material by an individual student or by a small group of students under the immediate supervision of a faculty member.
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POLS 316 - U.S. Civil Rights and Liberties
CR: 3
Prerequisite: POLS 159 . This course examines the development of constitutional law in the U.S. Supreme Court’s interpretation of the Bill of Rights, including religion, speech, and criminal justice. It studies the constitutional basis of equality in the Fourteenth Amendment and how the justices have applied it to race and gender. The class uses historical and contemporary legal cases and analyzes the Court’s expansion/contraction of civil rights and liberties. Offered alternate years. V.7
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POLS 322 - American Foreign Policy: History and Process
CR: 3
Prerequisite: POLS 209 . A study of the formulation, conduct, and content of contemporary United States foreign policy. V.7
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POLS 324 - The American President and Congress
CR: 3
Prerequisite: POLS 159 . This course explores the powers allocated to the executive and legistative branches of the United States government under the Constitution and how the relationship between the two has evolved from the late eighteenth century to the present day. Not open to students who have earned credit for GOVT 303 or GOVT 304. V.7
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POLS 329 - Topics in Political Science
CR: 3
Topics will vary by semester. Topic for Spring 2021: “Judicial Politics.” This course will examine the relationship of politics and appointments to the federal bench, with a focus on appointments to the U.S. Supreme Court. It will also explore the impact of highly controversial court decisions such as Bush v. Gore and Citizens United v. the Federal Election Commission on the public perception of the judiciary’s impartiality. Finally, the course will explore constitutional decisions on issues such as abortion, gay rights, and national security that some believe were a response to public opinion rather than a reasoned application of constitution principles. May be repeated for credit when the course content changes. This course cannot be taken on a P/CR/NC grading option. V.7
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POLS 361 - Special Study
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: 100-level POLS course and permission of the instructor. The study of an intermediate level topic by an individual student or by a small group of students under the immediate supervision of a faculty member.
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POLS 368 - Genocide and the Holocaust
CR: 3
Prerequisite: POLS 142 or POLS 209 .
This course explores the topic of genocide before focusing on the specific case of the Holocaust. After surveying cultural, psychological, and political-legal approaches to the study of genocide, past and contemporary cases of genocide will be discussed. Fully one-third to one-half of the course will be devoted to studying the Holocaust. V.1, V.7
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POLS 377 - Internship
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: Three credits in POLS and permission of the instructor and program chair. This course is graded P/CR/NC only.
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POLS 452 - Senior Seminar in Political Science
CR: 3
Prerequisite: Open to POLS majors with senior standing. This is the senior capstone course in the political science major. Subjects and projects are determined by the interests and needs of the members of the group. Opportunity is given for independent work. III.O, III.W, V.7
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POLS 461 - Independent Study
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: One 100-level POLS course, one 200-level POLS course, and permission of the instructor. Pursuit of an upper-level research project determined in advance by the student in consultation with a faculty member who will act as the sponsor.
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PSYC 101 - Introductory Psychology
CR: 3
An introduction to the principles and methods of psychology. This course provides a general background and is a prerequisite to all other psychology courses. V.8a
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PSYC 201 - Developmental Psychology I: Infancy to Adolescence
CR: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 . This course explores psychological development from the prenatal period through adolescence. Major theoretical perspectives on the nature of developmental change are considered with a focus on empirical research and application of each perspective. Topics include physical, cognitive/intellectual, emotional, language, and social development.
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PSYC 214 - Sports Psychology
CR: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101. A comprehensive exploration of sports psychology, taking a different perspective in each of the 3 weeks of the course: first, use of psychology as a lens for thinking about sports in society; second, a wide-ranging consideration of psychological factors that impact sporting performance, touching physiological, social, developmental, cognitive, and clinical psychology; and last, a deep-dive examination of sporting identity. The course will explicitly incorporate on-campus athletic/riding competitions falling during the term as a “lab” for generating and testing relevant ideas. Offered alternate years.
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PSYC 219 - Statistics for Behavioral Sciences
CR: 4
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 . An introduction to those descriptive and inferential statistics most often used in psychological research. Topics include probability, standard normal distribution, measures of central tendency and variability, sampling, correlation, and both parametric and non-parametric tests of significance. This course includes a weekly three-hour laboratory session. III.Q
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PSYC 222 - Social Psychology
CR: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 . A study of the individual in a social context. Topics will include conformity, persuasion, altruism, prejudice, and social cognition.
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PSYC 238 - Evolutionary Psychology
CR: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 . Principles from evolutionary biology are applied to the study of human behavior and the structure of the human mind. The survival, social, and reproductive challenges our ancestors faced are reviewed, as are the psychological adaptations that evolved as a consequence. Topics include sex differences in mating strategies, parenting and kinship, and the adaptive value and/or consequences of selfishness and altruism. Offered alternate years.
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PSYC 251 - Introduction to Behavioral Neuroscience
CR: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 . A study of the physiological mechanisms underlying behavior including neural and chemical substrates of behavior and the organization of the nervous system.
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PSYC 257 - Special Topics in Psychology
CR: 3
Current issues in experimental and applied psychology. Emphasis is placed on reading an evaluation of psychological research. Topics will vary each semester. This course may be repeated once for credit toward the major.
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PSYC 261 - Directed Study
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: One PSYC course and permission of the instructor. The study of introductory level material by an individual student or by a small group of students under the immediate supervision of a faculty member.
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PSYC 271 - Forensic Psychology
CR: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 101 . This course will examine the intersection of psychology and law including the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by mental health professionals working in the legal system. Topics will include eyewitness testimony, the evaluation of criminal suspects, jury selection/nullification strategies, and the role that psychological evaluations plays in the criminal and family courtroom. Offered alternate years. Not open to students who already have credit for this course taken as PSYC 341 or PSYC 345.
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PSYC 278 - Gender and Sexuality
CR: 3
Prerequisite: GNDR 103 or PSYC 101 . This course is a survey of the major theories and empirical findings in psychological research on gender and sexuality. Topics will include: definitional and methodological issues in the study of gender and sexuality; explanations for observed group differences (e.g., gender differences); how relevant stereotypes arise and are maintained or challenged; the biological and social bases of gender and sexual identities; and close studies of such topics as body image, gendered forms of violence, eating, and exercise. Not open to students who have earned credit for this course taken as PSYC 257 (Special Topics). May be counted toward the minor in gender studies.
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PSYC 302 - Developmental Psychology II: Adolescence and Adulthood
CR: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and a 200-level PSYC course. Survey of contemporary theories and research in the psychology of adolescence, adulthood, and aging. Topics will include physical, social, and personality development as well as concepts of identity formation, deviant behavior, and the adjustments to major life transitions and changing social roles. III.O, V.5
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PSYC 309 - Counseling Skills
CR: 3
Prerequisites: One PSYC course at the 200-level, junior standing, and permission of the instructor. Survey of clinical/counseling psychology as a science and profession. Current psychological treatment approaches, assessment techniques, research strategies, and their empirical/theoretical foundations. Additionally, the counselors’ role and responsibility with regard to emergency, crisis, and trauma-causing events is examined, as are the ethical responsibilities in these situations.
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PSYC 310 - Experimental Psychology
CR: 4
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and PSYC 219 . A study of experimental methodology, design, and data analysis in selected areas. Three hours lecture and discussion and three hours laboratory. III.O, III.W
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PSYC 337 - Abnormal Psychology
CR: 3
Prerequisites: One PSYC course at the 200-level. An experimental-clinical approach to behavior disorders including an overview and critical appraisal of current theories regarding the etiology and treatment of behavior disorders.
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PSYC 341 - Special Topics In Psychology
CR: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and a 200-level PSYC course. Current issues in experimental and applied psychology. Emphasis is placed on reading and evaluation of psychological research. Topics vary each semester. Topic for Fall 2019: “Child Clinical Psychology.” This course will focus on psychological disorders affecting infants, children, and adolescents. Students will learn about these disorders through a case-study approach. Research-based findings regarding risk factors and resiliency will be explored so that students increase their knowledge of prevention and treatment of these disorders. A wide range of disorders will be discussed, including neurodevelopmental, behavioral, and emotional disorders. Students will also have an opportunity to gain expertise in an area of choice related to child clinical psychology. This course may be repeated once for credit towards the major.
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PSYC 359 - Self and Identity
CR: 3
Prerequisite: One PSYC course at the 200-level. This seminar covers both classic and contemporary research on the nature of selfhood. Topics will include defining and making sense of the self (including sources, accuracy, and development of self-knowledge at the individual, relational, and collective levels); evaluating and protecting the self (including self-esteem, self-presentation, and contending with identity threats); and the active regulation of the self (self-control).
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PSYC 361 - Special Study
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: 100-level PSYC course and permission of the instructor. The study of an intermediate level topic by an individual student or by a small group of students under the immediate supervision of a faculty member.
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PSYC 377 - Internship
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites: Three credits in PSYC and permission of the instructor and program chair. This course is graded P/CR/NC only
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PSYC 405 - Research in Psychology
CR: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 219 , PSYC 310 , and permission of the instructor. An overview of statistics and psychological research methods, focused literature review, with emphasis on the design and execution of an independent research project. Students will disseminate their work through a research paper conforming to APA standards and through a public presentation of their research. This course is a prerequisite to PSYC 461 , Independent Study. Two hours class meeting plus weekly individual tutorials.
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PSYC 408 - Sensation and Perception
CR: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and a 300-level PSYC course. The study of sensory processes, the function and role of the senses, particularly vision and audition, and the organization of sensory data into meaningful perception.
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PSYC 411 - Introduction to Family Systems Theory
CR: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC 310 . An overview of the fundamental assumptions of General Systems Theory and the basic theoretical orientations within family therapy. The influence of gender, culture, developmental status, divorce, and abuse on the working dynamics of the family will be examined. Various structural and analytical systems such as Bowenian Systems techniques will be explored using a case study approach. Offered alternate years.
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PSYC 419 - Psychology of (In)justice
CR: 3
Prerequisite: One 300-level PSYC course. This upper-level seminar covers psychological research relating to justice and injustice. All major sub-disciplines of psychology (cognitive, social, developmental, clinical, neuroscience, etc.) have research-based insights to offer. Our goal will be to synthesize the material through a close study of primary sources in all of these sub-disciplines and integrative reviews that connect them. We will focus closely on applications of basic psychological science (paying special attention, for example, to how psychological research informs the justice system) as well as on emerging issues (for example, the controversy over recent advances in lie detection via brain scanning). Offered alternate years.
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PSYC 425 - Cognition
CR: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and a 300-level PSYC course. An examination of theory and research concerning thinking. Topics will include reasoning, problem solving, imagery, and language. Offered alternate years.
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PSYC 432 - Psychological Tests and Measurements
CR: 4
Prerequisites: PSYC 310 , junior or senior standing, and permission of the instructor. A survey of the current and historical psychometric principles and strategies used to assess individual and group differences. The application and administration of widely-used tests are examined, and general problems of measurement are discussed. Laboratory work will focus on the administration, scoring and interpretation of tests that are typically used in a standard assessment battery. Offered alternate years.
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PSYC 446 - Drugs, The Brain, and Behavior
CR: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and one 300-level PSYC course. This course will survey the mechanisms of action, behavioral effects, and side effects of psychoactive drugs. As various types of drugs are discussed (e.g. stimulants, depressants, hallucinogenics, anti-depressants, anti-schizophrenics, anti-Parkinson drugs), relevant details of synaptic functions and transmitter pathways will be highlighted to provide an integrated view of drug mechanisms and the neurochemical basis of psychiatric disorders and substance abuse. Offered alternate years.
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PSYC 451 - Senior Exercise in Psychology
CR: 0
Students will independently prepare for and take a comprehensive examination in Psychology.
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PSYC 452 - Senior Seminar
CR: 3
Prerequisite: PSYC majors with senior standing. A review and synthesis of major questions, issues, and methods of psychology. III.O
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PSYC 461 - Independent Study
CR: 1-3
Prerequisites or co-requisites: PSYC 219 , PSYC 310 , and PSYC 405 , and permission of the instructor. Pursuit of an upper-level research project determined in advance by the student in consultation with a faculty member who will act as the sponsor.
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RDPR 101 - Riding I
CR: 0
Prerequisite: RDPR 159 or higher. This course will allow students to ride during the three-week sessions and continue to work on their riding skills. This course will meet twice a week. Riders in this class must be proficient at the walk and trot prior to registering. New students must take a riding placement or have permission of the instructor. This class will only ride on the flat.
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RDPR 102 - Riding II
CR: 0
Prerequisite: RDPR 163 or higher. This course will allow students to ride during the three-week sessions and continue to work on their riding skills. This course will meet twice per week. Riders in this class must be proficient at the walk, trot, and beginning to canter prior to registering. New students must take a riding placement or have permission of the instructor.
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RDPR 107 - Introduction to Equine Facilitated Leadership
CR: 1
This course introduces the concept of leadership development through Equine Facilitated Learning. Students will explore various leadership qualities, the value of clear communication, teamwork, the importance of body language as well as the role of different personality types in forming one’s leadership style. Concepts to be introduced in this course are based on the Epala model. Class activities include observation of herd dynamics, hands-on interactions with horses, and an exploration of personality characteristics. All interactions with horses are on the ground and no riding experience or prerequisites are required.
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RDPR 158 - Introduction to Horses and Riding I
CR: .5
Introduces basic horse ground work and beginning mounted work. This class will meet 6 times. It will include a minimum of 4 ground sessions to learn how to safely interact, lead, groom and tack up/untack a horse. The remaining sessions will include learning how to mount/dismount, steer, go/stop and basic position. Mounted sessions require a student to be in good physical condition, which includes being within the weight carrying limits of the college horses. IV.3
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RDPR 159 - Introduction to Horses and Riding II
CR: .5
Prerequisite: RDPR 158 . It is a continuation of RDPR 158 and will start off with mounted work at the walk and introducing trot work. This class will meet 9 times. Mounted sessions require a student to be in good physical condition, which includes being within the weight carrying limits of the college horses. IV.3
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RDPR 161 - Special Study
CR: 1-3
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of one course in the riding program. A student may propose a project for a term to be supervised by a member of the riding program with the approval of the director.
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RDPR 163 - Position
CR: 1
The Position course will cover the four fundamentals of a good position: a) security of the rider, b) unity between the rider and the horse, c) non-abuse of the horse, and d) effective and efficient use of the aids. Emphasis will be placed on the rider’s correct design and weight distribution at the walk, trot, canter, and over cavaletti. Basic groundwork, grooming and tacking of the horse is reviewed. An introduction to trail riding/hacking may be covered. IV.3
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RDPR 164 - Advanced Position
CR: 1
A review of position course skills and materials with more emphasis on cavaletti and combinations, riding in fields, and on the trails. Lectures/discussions will emphasize a review of the elementary level and an introduction to the beginning intermediate level. IV.3
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RDPR 167 - Independent Riders with Hacking I
CR: 0-1
Prerequisite Rank: Hacker. This course is useful for those with a limited schedule for riding, and for those who are primarily interested in recreational riding. For credit, a written test or project and a riding log is required. The project is designed by the student and instructor/sponsor to meet the student’s interest and level. Offered every year. Students participating in this course are not usually eligible to compete in competitions or schedule/receive private lessons. IV.3
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RDPR 169 - Basic Horse Care
CR: 0
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RDPR 170 - Introduction to Position and Control
CR: .5
IV.3
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RDPR 171 - Position and Control I
CR: 1
IV.3
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RDPR 172 - Position with Hacking
CR: 1
IV.3
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RDPR 175 - Position with Introduction to Jumping
CR: 1
IV.3
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RDPR 176 - Position and Dressage
CR: 1
Prerequisite: RDPR 164 or higher. IV.3
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RDPR 181 - Position and Control II
CR: 1
IV.3
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RDPR 184 - Introduction to Judging Hunters and Equitation
CR: 0
This course will introduce students to the judging system and standards of American show hunters and hunter seat equitation. Students will learn the responsibilities of being a judge, how to keep a judge’s card, and get practice evaluating a horse’s movements, jumping style, and conformation. At the completion of this course students should be able to accurately review a round and consider what was done successfully and what faults may have occurred.
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RDPR 185 - Jumping Fundamentals I
CR: 1
IV.3
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RDPR 186 - Jumping Fundamentals II
CR: 1
IV.3
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RDPR 190 - Introduction to Field Riding and Hacking
CR: 1
IV.3
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RDPR 196 - Introduction to Riding Courses I
CR: 1
IV.3
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