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2017-2018 Undergraduate Academic Catalog | Expires Aug. 2024 THIS CATALOG IS ARCHIVED. BE SURE YOU ARE ACCESSING THE MOST ACCURATE CATALOG FOR YOU.
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Political Science |
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PS 326 - Latin American Politics
Examines the primary economic, historical and social factors influencing the Latin American political process. The course surveys major institutions and political patterns of the region with particular emphasis on such topics as democratization, political violence and the influences of globalization.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 327 - Equal Protection & Race Discrimination
This course will focus on equal protection as it pertains to racial discrimination. Relevant U.S. Supreme Court decisions throughout the nation’s history will be examined in their legal, social and political contexts.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 328 - Moot Court
This class consists of the application of a substantive hypothetical case problem each year. Students will read and brief actual cases, and prepare oral and written arguments for a yearly competition. The class teaches essential skills for prelaw and criminal justice students, including critical thinking, analytical writing, and rhetorical skills. The class includes substantive written assignments, collaborative learning, graded evaluation, and requisite attendance.
Requisites: Instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 329 - Amer. Const. Law: Institutions
This course will examine development of American constitutional law in the areas of judicial powers, separation of powers, the presidency, state and national regulations of commerce, the taxing and spending power, and the rise and decline of due-process property rights.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 330 - Amer. Const. Law: Rights & Liberties
The history and development of the United States’ constitutional law. Emphasis upon the development of basic principles and doctrines established by the United States Supreme Court as they pertain to Civil Rights and Civil Liberties. Includes in-depth analysis of selected Supreme Court decisions.
XLIST: CJ 330
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 331 - American Presidency
A study of the historical development of the American presidency, with a focus on the evolving power of the institution. Readings will include scholarly monographs, as well as primary documents such as presidents’ papers and speeches.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 333 - American Congress
A study of the design of Congress, with a focus on the rules, structures, and procedures affecting policy, as well as the relationship between the voters and legislators across a diverse spectrum. Students will be exposed to scholarly research and original source material, in addition to developing competency in finding information to influence the legislative process.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 334 - American Political Thought
A review of the origins and evolution of American political thought, examining the recurring themes that have been debated during pivotal periods such as the founding, the Civil War, the progressive era, the Cold War, and the civil rights movement. Students will study primary texts encompassing conservative, liberal, and radical views.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 339 - Political Ideologies
The study of political ideologies such as capitalism, liberalism, conservatism, facism, socialism, communism, nationalism, and cosmopolitanism as practiced in the United States and elsewhere in the world. The works of contemporary thinkers who have made significant contributions to these ideologies, like Rawls, Oakeshott, Schmitt Habermas, Rorty, Nussbaum, and others, will also be studied.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 340 - Religion and Politics
A study of the relationship between politics and religion from its theoretical and historical perspectives, with a focus on topics ranging from secular challenges to religious faith to the political role of religion in the United States and the world.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 341 - Individual Autonomy and the Public Good
The study of specific constitutional cases and political controversies from the perspectives of case-law, political philosophy, and comparative politics in such areas as freedom of speech, the right to privacy, property and defendants’ rights, contract, and substantive due process.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 342 - Terrorism
This course focuses on terrorism, its causes, major current sources, weapons, and solutions. And we will examine how governing bodies have coped with terrorist groups by analyzing policy related to these entities. We will focus on terrorists that are both outside and inside the United States.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 345 - Public Policy Making in U.S.
An in-depth review of the public policy making process within the American political system.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 346 - Animals, Habitats, and Politics
A study of the environmental and animal rights movements, tracing their historical development and shifting policy goals, with particular emphasis on legislation enacted in the twentieth century.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 354 - Democracy: Origins and Challenges
The study of the origin, development, and challenges of democratic regimes from rational choice, comparative politics, and contemporary democratic theories perspectives. Questions such as whether pluralism is compatible with democracy, the relationship between capitalism and democracy, and how best to cultivate democratic citizenship will be explored in this course.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 355 - Public Budgeting and Finance
An examination of the theory and practice of public budgeting and the basics of public finance, the budget process, budget formats, the budget cycle, capital budgets, revenue sources including taxation, intergovernmental fiscal relations, debt management, and cash management in public organizations.
Requisites: PS 260 (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 356 - Human Rights
This course will focus on three aspects of human rights policy that change depending on student interest. Topics such as food security, war crimes, capital punishment, asylum, immigration, torture and women’s reproductive rights are examples of topics that may be used. Aspects of human rights in both the United States and the rest of the world will be compared, but the emphasis will be on the world to better enable students to understand the challenges facing all countries. The course will look historically at three issues and explore several books on the issues as well as journal articles.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 358 - Advanced Moot Court
Allows advanced students to further their knowledge and understanding of the United States Supreme Court and the creation and argument of a case in front of a simulated Supreme Court.
Requisites: PS 328 , Instructor Permission.
Credits: 1 cr
1 cr |
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PS 361 - American Foreign Policy & World Politics
The theory and practice of United States foreign policy in light of recent history and current problems.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 362 - International Institutions/Organizations
This course examines the institutional structures, political processes, and impact of international organizations on world politics. The course explores the role of institutions and organizations such as international courts, the United Nations, the World Bank, and NATO. Students will apply the knowledge gained to real world policy areas that are of current interest to the international community.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 363 - Model United Nations
Students in this course will develop an experiential-based understanding of the United Nations and international diplomacy. As students prepare for their roles at the American Model United Nations Conference they will study current events, the structure and operation of the UN and diplomatic procedures. Research papers and presentations will focus on topics related to the nations(s) that SVSU will represent at the conference.
Requisites: Registration for the American Model United Nations. Contact instructor for details. (Required, Concurrent).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 364 - Advanced Model UN
Allows advanced students to further develop their knowledge and understanding of the protocol and procedures of diplomacy and participate in the United Nations simulations.
Requisites: PS 363. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1 cr
1 cr |
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PS 365 - Public Human Resource Management
An introduction to the theory and practice of public human resource management including: job evaluation, job descriptions, performance evaluation, compensation, legal constraints, including equal opportunity requirements, employee rights and responsibilities, workplace health and safety, collective bargaining, hiring and termination.
Requisites: PS 260 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 368 - Comparative Parties and Elections
A comparative study of the electoral process, nominating procedures, government formation and their effect on policy. Students will be exposed to diverse institutional settings for the purpose of re-examining the American Political setting. Students will be exposed to scholarly research and original source material from multiple countries.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 370 - Federal and State Courts
A study of the structure and process of federal and state courts.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 375 - Education and Democracy
The study of classical, modern, and contemporary accounts of learning in a democratic regime. The works of critical thinkers such as Plato, Aristotle, Aquinas, Descartes, Bacon, Berkeley, Rousseau, Skinner, Dewey, and Illich will be studied as well as public policy issues like diversity, academic freedom, learning assessment, and institutional accountability.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 378 - The Soldier and the State
A comparative analysis of the military and its role in different political systems. The course will consider how military institutions have been influenced by broader political issues such a, democracy, the rise of international peace, missions and gender and race equality.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 379 - Classical Political Thought
The study of political order, justice, and human nature in classical and Christian civilizations. The works of thinkers such as Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Augustine, Aquinas, Luther, Calvin, Mainmoindes, Al-Farabi, and Spinoza will be studied in order to understand what constitutes the good political life and its role in human flourishing.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 389 - Modern Political Thought
The study of political order, property, and the state in modern western civilization. The works of such thinkers as Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Mill, Smith, Montesquieu, Rousseau, Kant, Hegel, Marx, Nietzsche, Heidegger, Weber, Strauss, and Voegelin will be studied in order to understand the advantages and vulnerabilities that the modern political project offers to the questions of order, virtue, and the good life.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 391 - Special Seminar in Pol Sci
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
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PS 392 - Politics & Policies of Cities & Suburbs
The study of U.S. city and suburban government structures, politics and policy processes. Examines the major historical periods of urban and suburban development and evaluates the influence of federal, state and local governments’ policy actions on cities and suburban areas. Topics covered include urban political economy; the absence of a national urban policy; problems such as fiscal strain, poverty and inequality; the burden of growth; the challenges of shrinkage and the imperative to attract economic investment.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 394 - Independent Research
An independent research project in the discipline by a student or a cooperative research project with a faculty member. The student and instructor must agree on a project before enrollment.
Requisites: Instructor permission, 3.00 GPA or higher and a minimum of 12 credits in PS. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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PS 396 - Internship
Credit for internship in setting that will give student practical experience in law, elections, lobbying or other political science fields.
Requisites: Political science or public administration major or minor, (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-6 cr
Notes: Does not count toward the major or minor credit requirements for either program.
1-6 cr |
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PS 475 - Evaluation Research
This capstone course is designed as an exploration of policy analysis and program evaluation methods with particular attention to the role of public administration. Topics include measurement, research design, working with stakeholders, techniques and best practices for incorporating, evaluation with planning, implementation, budgeting and human resource management.
Requisites: PS 225!, PS 355, PS 365. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 485 - Senior Seminar
A capstone course required of all political science majors. The course will examine one political issue from the perspective of each of the major’s content areas; theory, institutions, policy, and international.
Requisites: 30 credits of PS courses, including at least 3 each from the international and theory categories, and 6 each from the institutions and policy categories. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 490 - Adv Selected Topics Polit Sci
Subject matter and credit offered will be listed in current published schedules.
Requisites: Junior standing or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-3 cr
1-3 cr |
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PS 493 - Directed Readings in Polit Sci
Study of selected topics under special guidance.
Credits: 1-6 cr
1-6 cr |
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PS 494 - Directed Research in Polit Sci
An independent research project in the discipline by a student or a cooperative research project with a faculty member. The student and instructor must agree on a project before enrollment.
Requisites: Instructor permission, 3.00 GPA or higher and a minimum of 12 credits in PS. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-6 cr
1-6 cr |
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PS 496 - Field Work in Public Affairs
Credit will be given for supervised work in a public office or agency of direct relevance to the study of political science and/ or public administration and undertaken according to the requirements of the public administration concentration and/or the policies of the department.
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PS 497 - Senior Project in Pol Sci
An independent Senior project in the discipline.
Requisites: Senior major in the discipline, instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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PS 498 - Honors Thesis
Preparation and completion of an Honors Thesis. May enroll twice, once for the preparation of the proposal and once for its completion.
Requisites: Honors student status and thesis advisor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
Psychology |
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PSYC 100 - General Psychology (GE6)
Introduction to principles and methods utilized in the scientific study of human behavior. Emphasis will be on surveying the principles of sensation and perception, learning, motivation, emotion, intelligence, psychological testing, abnormal behavior, social psychology and the physiological bases of behavior. The format of this course is variable. Some sections will have a large lecture-small recitations format. Other sections will be single section classes.
Credits: 4 cr
General Education:
4 cr |
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PSYC 190 - Special Topics in Psychology
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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PSYC 202 - Scientific Foundations in Psychology
This class aims to provide a foundation of academic skills for those intending to major in psychology at SVSU, as well as those wishing to pursue careers involving applications of psychological science. The basic objective of this course is to help students acquire an appreciation of the scientific perspective as it is implemented in psychology. Students will learn how scientific questions are developed; how logical and empirical arguments are constructed; the role of established theory in the development of questions; the general types of methods used to answer questions in psychology; and the range of professional and ethical issues and career opportunities involved in the investigation or application of psychological questions. Emphasis will also be given to reading and searching the literature and becoming familiar with oral and written forms of presentation in psychology.
Requisites: PSYC 100. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 205 - Career Development in Psychology
Introduction to career management for psychology majors. Students will investigate occupations appropriate for those with either undergraduate or graduate degrees in psychology. They will develop skills needed for choosing an occupation, conducting a job search, choosing a graduate program, applying to a graduate program, and managing their careers after graduation.
Requisites: PSYC 100. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 2 cr
Notes: Does not count toward a minor in psychology.
2 cr |
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PSYC 210 - Applications in Human Development
A summary of the stages of human development including both cognitive and social changes.
Requisites: PSYC 100. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 255 - Personal & Social Adjustment
The dynamics of personal and social adjustment, with an emphasis on stress, friendship, sexual needs, marriage, family, occupation and environment.
Credits: 4 cr
Notes: Not applicable to the psychology major.
4 cr |
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PSYC 290 - Selected Topics in Psychology
A study of specific topics within any given areas of psychology or the application of some selected area of psychology to other areas within the social and/or natural sciences or humanities.
Requisites: Instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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PSYC 299 - Statistics (GE3)
Methods of descriptive and inferential statistics as applied to psychology. Measures of central tendency and variability, graphic presentation of data, T-test, chi-square, analysis of variance and correlation.
Requisites: MATH 103, PSYC 100 (Required, Previous). | PSYC 202 (for PSYC majors) (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits: 4 cr
General Education:
4 cr |
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PSYC 302 - Computer Application in Data Analysis
Introduction to the use of statistical software packages for performing data analysis. Emphasis will be on the types of procedures typically associated with psychological research. Topics include: basics of using microcomputers, data input, data manipulation, descriptive statistics, and the major parametric and non-parametric inferential statistical tests.
Requisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 202 (Required, Previous). | PSYC 299 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits: 2 cr
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PSYC 305 - Experimental Psychology
Introduction to quantitative and experimental techniques of psychology as a natural and social science. Course work covers experimental designs, data collection, evaluation and interpretation of results. Laboratory investigation of selected problems will be conducted in order that the student learn the principles involved in the design, execution and formal reporting of experiments.
Requisites: PSYC 100 , PSYC 202 , PSYC 299 (Required, Previous). | PSYC 302 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 310 - Child Psychology
The development of human behavior and the factors that underlie that development. The course will cover the entire period of childhood with emphasis on behavior during the prenatal and infant periods, preschool years and school years up to puberty. Among topics treated are perception, emotion, language, intelligence, social behavior and thinking.
Requisites: PSYC 100. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 311 - Theory/Research in Child Development
This course will provide in-depth coverage of major theories of social, emotional and cognitive development as well as current research in child psychology. Developmental research methods and the examination of research studies will be a particular focus of the course. The course will cover biological and cultural foundations of development, prenatal development, infancy, early childhood and middle childhood.
Requisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 202 and psychology major. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 311L - Developmental Psychology Lab
A laboratory course introducing students to research designs and techniques used in developmental psychology. Students gain experience designing studies as well as collecting, analyzing and presenting data.
Requisites: PSYC 100 , PSYC 202 , PSYC 299 , PSYC 302 , and PSYC 305 (Previous, Required); PSYC 210 , PSYC 311 , PSYC 314 , PSYC 410 , or PSYC 415 (Previous or concurrent, Required)
Credits: 1 cr
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PSYC 313 - Child Development in Education
This course will introduce students to fundamental theories and principles of child psychology and explore their applications to educational contexts. To prepare students to be critical consumers of research, the course will focus on research methods in developmental and educational psychology. Course topics will include genome-environment interactions and prenatal development as foundations for later development. Physical, cognitive, and social/emotional development from birth to age 12 will be covered in the context of educational applications. Students will also learn to use and interpret psychological and educational assessments.
Requisites: PSYC 100. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 314 - Infant Development
This course covers theories and research methods used in studying the development of human infants and toddlers from conception through three years of age. The course addresses both theory and research about their perceptual, cognitive and psychosocial development toddlers. Coverage includes biological and psychosocial factors that affect prenatal and postnatal development, early signs of developmental problems, and the role of parent/child interaction in cognitive and social development. Techniques and methods used for studying children of this age will be emphasized, and ethical concerns that pertain to working with this protected class of research participants are stressed throughout the course.
Requisites: PSYC 100. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 315 - Adolescent Psychology
This course will introduce the student to the personality dynamics involved in the developmental phenomena of the teen years and with significance of adolescence in the total life span. The physical, emotional, intellectual, educational, vocational, social and sexual areas of the adolescent’s life are evaluated in light of recent experimental studies and of clinical experience. Special attention is paid to the impact of 20th century American culture and society on individual development, drawing on anthropological and sociological research for comparative data.
Requisites: PSYC 100. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 317 - Educational Psychology
Students are introduced to the major principles of laboratory learning as applied to conceptual learning, problem solving and the development of emotional behavior, attitudes, values and acquisition of skills. The major variables affecting efficiency of learning in the school learning-teaching situation will be studied. Instructional techniques based on psychological principles affecting motivation, learning, retention and transfer, as well as techniques for the measurement of student abilities and achievement will be studied.
Requisites: PSYC 100. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 320 - Psychology of Learning
An examination of the principles of conditioning, trial and error learning, problem-solving, conceptual learning, retention and forgetting.
Requisites: PSYC 100 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 320L - Psychology of Learning Lab
The laboratory includes an introduction to basic methodology and laboratory techniques used to establish these principles and the completion of assigned experiments dealing with selected problems in learning. (0-2)
Requisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 202, PSYC 299, PSYC 302, PSYC 305 (Required, Previous). | PSYC 320 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits: 1 cr
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PSYC 330 - Motivation
A concentration on current motivation theories and recurrent issues in the history of motivational psychology. Evolutionary, behavioral, cognitive, and cybernetic-systems approaches to motivational psychology are addressed. The roles of physiological, psychological and social needs and the effects of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation are addressed as they pertain to topics such as: effort and persistence; goal-seeking; learning and adaptation; autonomy and self-regulation; power and aggression; achievement and competence; affiliation, etc.
Requisites: PSYC 100, junior or senior psychology major or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 330L - Motivation Lab
Basic experimental procedures for investigating motivational processes under controlled and natural conditions. The traditional methodologies used are replications of procedures in major psychological and cognitive systems and are carried out in the laboratory setting. Students are also directed to developing variations of tried techniques for projects carried on outside the laboratory. (0-2)
Requisites: PSYC 100 , PSYC 202 , PSYC 299 , PSYC 302 and PSYC 305 . (Required, Previous). PSYC 330 or PSYC 370 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits: 1 cr
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PSYC 335 - Comparative Psychology
This course uses the study of animals in their natural environment as a model for understanding human behavior. As animal behavior and physiology can be understood as the result of natural selection, so too can human behavior and physiology. By so doing such topics as parental care, mate choice, communication, social behavior, territoriality, aggression and altruism are explored.
Requisites: PSYC 100. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 335L - Comparative Psychology Lab
The laboratory will focus on the study of animals in their natural environment, including humans. This will include field observations, literature reviews, and replications of human studies.
Requisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 202, PSYC 299, PSYC 302, PSYC 305. (Required, Previous). | PSYC 335 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits: 1 cr
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PSYC 340 - Physiological Psychology
A functional integrative approach to psychophysiological mechanisms underlying behavior and mental processes. Emphasis will be on psychophysiological mechanisms, integrative action of the nervous system and the neurophysiological mechanisms involved in learning, perception, sensation, motivation and emotions.
Requisites: PSYC 100 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
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PSYC 340L - Physiological Psychology Lab
Laboratory will include a study of selected problems in the areas of sensory-perceptual, learning, motivational problems relative to the participation of neurophysiological processes. (0-2)
Requisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 202, PSYC 299, PSYC 302, PSYC 305, and PSYC 340, PSYC 345 or PSYC 346 (or concurrently). (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1 cr
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PSYC 343 - The Psychology of Sleep and Dreams
An exploration of the basics of sleep and dream research with an emphasis on physiological, behavioral, cultural, and clinical issues. Topics include sleep stages, circadian rhythms, developmental sleep patterns, sleep deprivation, sleep disorders, and healthy sleep habits. Theories of sleep and dreams, cultural differences, and dream interpretation will also be covered.
Requisites: PSYC 100. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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PSYC 345 - Sensation and Perception
Emphasis will be on the methods and results of psychophysical, physiological and social approaches to the investigations of sensation and perception.
Requisites: PSYC 100 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
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PSYC 345L - Sensation and Perception Lab
Laboratory investigations of selected problems in vision, audition and perception will be conducted in order to introduce the student to the basic principles involved in the design and execution of psychological experiments dealing with sensory-perceptual processes. (0-2)
Requisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 202, PSYC 299, PSYC 302, PSYC 305 (Required, Previous). | PSYC 345, PSYC 340 or PSYC 425 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits: 1 cr
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PSYC 346 - Neuropsychology
This course provides an introduction to basic neuroscience, brain-behavior relationships, and neuropsychological disorders. Emphasis is on basic neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neuropsychological bases of normal cognition, and clinic neuropsychological disorders. The application of these basic concepts and theories to clinical cases is explored through reading case studies and reviewing audio- and videotaped, clinical examples.
Requisites: PSYC 100. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 350 - Social Psychology
An introductory study of the individual in society. Attention will be given to the concepts of role, attitude, interpersonal interaction, group membership and culture as determinants of individual actions. Prejudice, interpersonal, attraction, power, leadership, mass phenomena and group efficiency will be considered.
Requisites: PSYC 100 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 350L - Social Psychology Lab
This laboratory includes an introduction to basic research methodology in social psychology, both experimental and field. Participation requires completion of projects that involve design, data, collection, analysis and written reports. (0-2)
Requisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 202, PSYC 299, PSYC 302, PSYC 305 (Required, Previous). | PSYC 350 or PSYC 380 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits: 1 cr
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PSYC 367 - Behavior Modification I
A lecture course in which the students are exposed to the theoretical underpinning of behavior modification. Students contract for whichever grade they wish to earn. Points are awarded for steps of progress toward fulfillment of the contract. A self-modification project demonstrates to each student that he or she can bring some element of his or her own behavior under conscious control. (2-2)
Requisites: PSYC 100 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 370 - Theories of Personality
A survey of the major theories of personality with reference to supporting empirical data. Psychoanalytic, biological, social, factor analytic, field, stimulus-response, constitutional and biosocial theories will be considered.
Requisites: PSYC 100 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 370L - Laboratory in Personality
A laboratory course concerned with the experimental investigation of personality dynamics and the effects of individual differences on social interaction; stress and anxiety; response set; cognitive styles, risk-taking and subjective probabilities. Laboratory demonstrations and experiments conducted by the students are designed to clarify issues in the experimental study of personality and to provide experience with a wide variety of investigative techniques. (0-2)
Requisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 202, PSYC 299, PSYC 302, PSYC 305 (Required, Previous). | PSYC 370 or PSYC 330 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits: 1 cr
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PSYC 372 - Abnormal Psychology
Introduction to major neurotic, psychotic, psychosomatic and organic syndromes. Examination, of the nature, extent, causes, conditions and treatment of abnormal behavior.
Requisites: PSYC 100 . (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 373 - Clinical Interviewing
An introduction to the basic principles of clinical interviewing. The various major systems of psychotherapy/counseling are reviewed, as are the basic skills of interviewing for the helping professions. Students are exposed to a variety of theoretical orientations to interviewing, and will apply/compare/contrast them while evaluating their empirical merit. Students will also be introduced to the major principles and contemporary issues in the field of clinical psychology, such as ethical behavior, multicultural competence, evidence-based practice, and professional training.
Requisites: PSYC 370 and either PSYC 372 or PSYC 374 (Required, Previous). PSYC 373L (Required, Concurrent).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 373L - Clinical Interviewing Lab
A laboratory experience that provides opportunities to practice interviewing skills. In conjunction with the Clinical Interviewing lecture course, students will engage in hands-on practice of the interviewing techniques involved in many helping professions. Students will apply theoretical frameworks from clinical/counseling psychology, and will engage in a variety of role-play experiences.
Requisites: PSYC 373 (Required, Concurrent).
Credits: 1 cr
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PSYC 374 - Psych Disorders Childhood & Adolescence
Consideration of childhood and adolescent psychological disorders and their development. Major emphases are the relationship of psychological disorders to psychological development, and to subsequent adult disorders.
Requisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 210 or PSYC 410, or both PSYC 310 and PSYC 315, or both PSYC 311 and PSYC 315 (Required, Previous). | Psyc 370, Psyc 372 (Recommended, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 375 - Psychological Assessment
An introduction to the principles and methods of psychological assessment in the measurement of human traits and abilities. The fundamental concepts of test theory and test construction, as well as the evaluation and interpretation of test results will be considered for tests in areas of intelligence, aptitude, achievement and personality.
Requisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 299. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 380 - Cultural Psychology
An exploration of the reciprocal interaction between culture and human behavior. Topics include emotion, cognition, language and communication, gender, ethnicity, identity, health and illness, and psychopathology. These issues will be examined from psychological and developmental perspectives, and in a multi-disciplinary manner, based on theory and research from a variety of relevant socialscientific fields.
Requisites: PSYC 100. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 385 - Psychology of Sex, Gender & Sexuality
This course will discuss sex, gender and sexuality on the basis of psychological research and theory. Coverage will include psychobiological, psychological, and social bases of sexual behavior, reproductive function across the lifespan, sexual dimorphism, social roles and gender identity. These topics will be discussed from a variety of perspectives, including social, comparative and developmental psychology, sociobiology, and developmental psychobiology.
Requisites: PSYC 100 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 390 - Special Topics
An exploration of the reciprocal interaction between culture and human behavior. Topics include emotion, cognition, language and communication, gender, ethnicity, identity, health and illness, and psychopathology. These issues will be examined from psychological and developmental perspectives, and in a multi-disciplinary manner, based on theory and research from a variety of relevant social-scientific fields.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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PSYC 390L - Special Topics-Lab
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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PSYC 393 - Directed Readings in Psyc
An organized plan of readings in one or more aspects of the discipline. The student and instructor must agree on a plan of readings prior to enrollment.
Requisites: Instructor permission, 3.00 GPA or higher, and a minimum of 12 credits in PSYC. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-3 cr
1-3 cr |
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PSYC 394 - Independent Research
An independent research project in the discipline by a student or a cooperative research project with a faculty member. The student and instructor must agree on a project before enrollment.
Requisites: Instructor permission, 3.00 GPA or higher, and a minimum of 12 credits in PSYC. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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PSYC 396 - Field Studies in Psychology
Applications of the discipline in off-campus locations. The student and instructor must agree on the project before enrollment.
Requisites: Instructor permission, 2.50 GPA or higher, and a minimum of 12 credits in PSYC. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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PSYC 400 - Advanced Statistics
A second course in statistics which considers such topics as advanced analysis of variance and related analyses, non-parametric techniques and regression analysis.
Requisites: PSYC 299 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 405 - Nonexperimental Research Methods
This is an advanced course on research methods focusing on non-experimental inquiry such as qualitative, correlational, survey and mixed-method (observations, self-report) studies. It will involve lectures/interactive workshops to develop and apply research skills to interpret, critique and synthesize research and design a research proposal feasible to conduct at SVSU. Students will learn about ethics, designs, measurement issues, secondary data possibilities, and develop professional communication skills of technical writing/oral presentation. They will also learn to apply statistical methods for their proposed studies. This course is particularly recommended for students bound for graduate study in psychology or other social sciences.
Requisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 202, PSYC 299, PSYC 302, PSYC 305 or comparable methods courses, and instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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4 cr |
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PSYC 415 - Psychology of Adulthood and Aging
This course provides students with current information on development in adulthood and aging. Topics include demographic trends; research methods; psychological theories of aging; physical, cognitive, social, and personality development over the adult lifespan; and issues of mental health. Useful for gerontology minor and all those intending to provide services to older adults.
Requisites: PSYC 100 and PSYC 210, PSYC 310, PSYC 311, PSYC 315 or PSYC 410. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 420 - Psychology of Language
This course will introduce the student to psycholinguistics, including theories of language acquisition, the biological underpinnings of language, issues of speech production and comprehension, pragmatics and conversational speech, and word/concept representations. Discussion of these topics will include cross-cultural and cross-linguistic differences in languages. This course will focus on how language and the words we use reflect underlying thought processes.
Requisites: PSYC 100. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 425 - Cognitive Processes
The main purpose of this course is to enable the student to examine critically the theories and related research in the area of complex human behavior. The course will explore the following areas: verbal learning and language development, formation and use of concepts, problem solving approaches and strategies, creative thinking, judgment, and decision making. The emphasis will be on research methodology and research findings in these areas.
Requisites: PSYC 100 (Required, Previous). | PSYC 305 (Recommended, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 425L - Cognitive Processes Lab
An advanced laboratory dealing with research techniques in cognitive processes. (0-2)
Requisites: PSYC 100, PSYC 202, PSYC 299, PSYC 302, PSYC 305 (Required, Previous). | PSYC 425 or PSYC 345 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits: 1 cr
1 cr |
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PSYC 430 - Psychoanalytic Theory
A study of psychoanalytic theory, both as a theory of personality and motivation, and as a treatment modality for emotional disorders. Case material will be included to illustrate the use of psychoanalysis in treatment.
Requisites: PSYC 100 and Junior/Senior status, or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 453 - Industrial/Organizational Psyc
Survey of theories of individual behavior in complex organizations, including job analysis, personnel selection and appraisal, satisfaction, morale, leadership, organizational and social context of human work, physical psychological environments and consumer behavior.
Requisites: PSYC 100 or junior status. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 455 - Group Dynamics
Forces influencing the behavior of a group’s members, cohesiveness, social structure, emotional factors, leadership and the development of groups. Students will be given the opportunity to practice skills of group membership, including various leadership functions.
Requisites: PSYC 350 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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PSYC 470 - Health Psychology
Explores links between health and out behavior, thoughts, emotions, and social relationships. It uses methods of psychology research and practice to help prevent disease, promote recovery, and promote adaptation with ongoing health problems. The course covers research methods, personality as related to stress and coping, health behaviors, several specific medical conditions, rehabilitation, health communication, and the social construction of health and illness.
Requisites: PSYC 100, junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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PSYC 483 - Field Placement Experience
Students will be involved in field experiences related to various areas in psychology.
Requisites: Junior or senior standing in psychology, instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3-5 cr
3-5 cr |
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PSYC 484 - Ethical, Prof & Phil Problems in Psyc
A consideration of ethics, professional responsibility and philosophy of science as the psychologist confronts them in research, teaching, consultation, private practice and clinical settings.
Requisites: 20 hours of PSYC or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 2 cr
2 cr |
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