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POJS - 8240 Intergovernmental Relations (3)
Analysis of the relationships between and among the various governmental units at the federal, state, and local levels in the context of American federalism. Special topics in intergovernmental relations will be discussed from year to year. Equivalent to POJS-824. Prerequisite: take POJS-8200 .
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POJS - 8250 Causative Theories of Crime in Society (3)
Focuses on the study of criminal behavior as it relates to several varieties of crime. Emphasizes the evolution of crime and its origins within society. Equivalent to POJS-825. Prerequisites: take POJS-8150 , POJS-8190 , POJS 8200 .
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POJS - 8300 Comparative Political and Justice Systems I (3)
Examines general comparative approaches to politics and justice in post-industrial, industrial, and emerging states. Topics studied include the nature of power structure, political development and culture, economic strategies, and leadership. Equivalent to POJS-830. Prerequisites: take POLS-5150 or CJUS-4565 .
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POJS - 8310 Comparative Political and Justice Systems II (3)
Examines political institutions and selected policy areas and processes of governments in Western and Eastern Europe. Relationships between various state systems and policy outputs will be analyzed. Equivalent to POJS-831. Prerequisite: take POJS-8300 .
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POJS - 8390 Challenges of Globalization (3)
Current theories, approaches and issues concerning the global system are are considered in the context of their impact on the foreign policy of the United States. Equivalent to POJS-839.
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POJS - 8450 International Law and Organization (3)
Examination of the underlying principles of international law and the evolving organizational structure of the global system. The role of nation-states, intergovernmental, and nongovernmental organizations are considered. Equivalent to POJS-845. Prerequisites: take POJS-8300 , POLS-3110, POLS-5360.
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POJS - 8460 Crime, Justice, and the Media (3)
An examination of the interrelationship of crime, justice, and the contemporary media in American society.Topics include the history of media coverage of crime and justice; the social construction of crime; an analysis of news media; the impact of sweeps months on crime news; police, courts, and corrections in the media; reality television; movies and copycat crime; and coverage of criminals and delinquents; and the social effects of crime and justice news. Media coverage of drugs and gangs will be explored as well as media stereotypes of minorities. Equivalent to POJS-846.
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POJS - 8500 Victimology (3)
An examination of the relationship between victims of crime and the criminal justice system. The topics will include an analysis of the characteristics of crime victims; victim role; intimate versus stranger crime; victim reporting and non-reporting patterns; National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS) results; treatment of victims by various segments of the criminal justice system; victim assistance programs; victim compensation and/or restitution; and victim impact statements and their affect on the criminal court. Victim-blaming arguments will be explored, as well as sexual assault, child abuse, and the victimization of the elderly. Equivalent to POJS-850. Prerequisite: take POJS-6100 .
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POJS - 8700 Graduate Research (1-4)
Individual reading, research, and/or project in political science under the supervision of the faculty. Equivalent to POJS-870.
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POJS - 8800 Internship (1-4)
Designed to provide political science students with supervised practical experiences in applied settings. Equivalent to POJS-880.
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POJS - 8890 Five University Consortium Minority Internship (1-9)
Designed to provide graduate Five University Consortium minority interns with supervised experiences in federal, state, local, and corporate settings in areas such as intergovernmental relations, policy analysis, and decision-making. Equivalent to POJS-889.
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POJS - 8970 Internship Project (6)
Designed to provide political/justice studies students with supervised practical experiences in applied settings. This includes the application of the student’s knowledge and skills in a culmination experience approved by a faculty committee and resulting in a final paper which will be publicly presented. Equivalent to POJS-885.
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POJS - 8981 Directed Readings (3)
Supervised readings on the theory, methods, and approaches of the political science areas of American politics, public policy, justice studies, comparative politics, and international relations. Equivalent to POJS-869.
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POJS - 8982 Directed Readings (3)
Supervised readings on the theory, methods, and approaches of the political science areas of American politics, public policy, justice studies, comparative politics, and international relations. Equivalent to POJS-869.
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POJS - 8990 Graduate Thesis Project (3)
Provides a forum for in-depth analysis of the selected topics of master’s degree candidates. Hypothesis formation, operational procedures, and the foundation of each student’s thesis/project will be publicly presented and discussed. Equivalent to POJS-890. Prerequisites: take POJS-8150 , POJS-8190 , POJS 8200 , POJS-8210 , POJS-8300 , POJS-8310 .
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POJS - 8999 Directed Scholarship: Political and Justice Studies (1-2)
Under the supervision of a graduate faculty member, students register for this course to maintain active enrollment in their graduate program while completing requirements for their degree and must have received a grade of “CO” in a designated capstone course. NOTE: This course is variable in credit hours, repeatable (not replaceable) and is P/NC option. Equivalent to POJS-898.
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POLS - 2100 American National Government (3)
Examines U.S. governmental institutions, the informal pressures that influence them, and the policies produced by the governing process. Equivalent to POLS-302.
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POLS - 2101 Principles of Political Science (3)
Comprehensive analysis of the nature of politics, contemporary approaches to the study of political science, issues in political geography, and a review of the issues and problems faced by federal, state, and local governments under the impact of modern conditions. Equivalent to POLS-301.
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POLS - 2200 Local Governmental Systems (3)
Examines local government in the United States. Emphasizes the legal basis and functioning of local jurisdictions in Illinois. Equivalent to POLS-320.
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POLS - 2950 Transformation of Global System (3)
Integrated analysis of processes, structures, and issues in international politics, with emphasis on substantive topics in selected sections of the world. Equivalent to POLS-3110, POLS-311.
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POLS - 3150 Comparative Political Analysis (3)
Employs a problem-based (problematic) approach to the study of comparative politics. By considering the historical context, culture, and economics as they are expressed by varying political units such as nation-states, this investigation allows one to understand and appreciate the similarities and differences between countries.
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POLS - 3250 International Political Economy (3)
Surveys the evolution of the International Political Economy (IPE) in three distinct periods. The first period extends from the sixteenth century to Marx’s Capital. The second period follows IPE from the later 1800s to the 1920s when the formal separation between politics and economics took place. Finally, the third period brings us to the contemporary systemic issues confronting our interdependent world.
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POLS - 3300 Political Economy of Sustainable Development (3)
Explores political institutions and economic policies that promote green development, with particular attention to potential conflicts between the goals of sustainable development and economic growth in developing nations.
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POLS - 3400 Issues of Global Public Health (3)
Investigates issues of global public health such as malnutrition, HIV/AIDS, Ebola, malaria, diabetes, water quality and disability from a political science perspective, with the goal of identifying constructive roles for public policy and citizen action on these issues in a globalizing world.
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POLS - 3600 International Organizations (3)
Deals with the complexities of international affairs and those factors that affect them. Focuses on the role of governmental and nongovernmental organizational mechanisms in the relations of nations. Equivalent to POLS-310.
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POLS - 3900 Seminar in Civic Engagement (3)
Introduces the fundamental question of the relationship between politics and the state as developed by selected political philosophers from the Greeks to the present. Emphasizes concepts of democracy, power, individual freedom, the state, and the obligations of citizens and rulers with relevance to current political developments.
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POLS - 4090 Topics in Political Science (3)
Deals with topics of current interest, exploring several aspects of the a topic using a variety of methodologies from the discipline of Political Science.
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POLS - 4100 Hispanic Experience in the U.S. (3)
Examines the Hispanic/Latino experience in the United States with a consideration of both the immigrant experience and the challenges of subsequent generations. Attention is given to the political, socio-economical, and cultural dimensions of this experience.
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POLS - 4110 Black Politics in America (3)
Explores the patterns of black politics in the development of African American participation in the American political and economic system.
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POLS - 4200 U.S. and Illinois Elections (3)
Studies elections in Chicago, the suburbs, the state, and the nation. Examines current trends and includes participation of past or present elected officials. Equivalent to POLS-520. Prerequisite: take POLS-3110.
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POLS - 4300 The Chicago Political Tradition (1)
Examines past and current politics in the City of Chicago. Analyzes thoroughly twentieth century Chicago mayors. Equivalent to POLS-530.
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POLS - 4330 Modern Middle Eastern History and Politics (3)
Examines Islamic civilization since the age of European expansions, imperialism, westernizations, nationalism, and modernization. Course covers Arab countries and Israel, Iran, and Turkey.
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POLS - 4340 Politics of Latin America (3)
Analyzes the evolution of Latin American political systems. Examines the social and economic context within which Latin American political systems are located. Explores the political processes of selected Latin American countries as well as the ways in which governmental policies impact citizenship, rights, and social and economic equality. Prerequisite :Take POLS-3150 .
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POLS - 4350 Debate and Public Advocacy (3)
Study of argumentation: that is, evidence, reasoning, and construction of briefs, also, practice informal and information debate, and public discourse on current issues.
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POLS - 4375 Conflict Resolution (3)
Investigates the causes of conflict in its many societal expressions and considers the various models of conflict resolution. Particular attention is given to community, ethnic, organizational, labor and international forms of conflict.
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POLS - 4380 International Peace Initiative (3)
Examines global peace building initiatives, including strategies and practices base upon restorative justice.
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POLS - 4400 Constitutional Law (3)
Uses U.S. Supreme Court decisions to examine the fundamental civil liberties guaranteed to the American people. Emphasizes how the court accommodates constitutional doctrines to changing public values. Equivalent to POLS-440. Prerequisite: take POLS-2100 or POLS-2200 .
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POLS - 4460 Urban Politics (3)
Analyzes critical Issues of urbanization confronting American political institutions. Provides an overview of the nature and scope of the urban polity and provides a conceptual framework for analyzing and evaluating the critical issues in American urban areas.
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POLS - 4500 Political Communication (3)
Examines communication in the context of political campaigns. Attention is given to the public relations elements of campaigns in multiple media to show how political candidates earn America’s attention and the people’s votes. Applications of these tactics in other contexts are also discussed.
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POLS - 4600 Political Theory (3)
Introduces the fundamental questions of politics and the state as developed by selected political philosophers from the Greeks through the present. Emphasizes concepts of democracy, power, individual freedom, the state, and obligations of citizens and rulers with relevance to current political developments. Equivalent to POLS-460. Prerequisite: take POLS-2100 .
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POLS - 4625 Contemporary Political Thought (3)
Provides an overview of the major currents of political thought in the 19th and 20th centuries and examines their importance for formulating public policy.
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POLS - 4650 Empowering Community: from Self to Service (3)
Explores the relationship between the individual and community with the goal of promoting service learning and civic engagement. Approaches of both a theoretical and applied nature will be examined with the goal of promoting future engagement in community organizations.
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POLS - 4700 Independent Study (1-4)
Individual reading, research, and/or project in political science under the supervision of the faculty. Equivalent to POLS-470.
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POLS - 4800 Internship (1-4)
Designed to provide political science students with supervised practical experiences in applied settings. Equivalent to POLS-480.
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POLS - 4890 Five University Consortium Minority Internship (1-12)
Designed to provide undergraduate Five University Consortium Minority Interns with supervised experiences in federal, state, local, and corporate settings in areas such as policy analysis and corporate relations. Equivalent to POLS-489. Prerequisite: take POLS-2101 .
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POLS - 4900 Political Science Capstone Seminar (3)
Provides a comprehensive overview of the major theories and methodologies in the subfields of political science, culminating in an original research paper capable of serving as a writing sample for graduate study, employment, or presentation at a scholarly conference. Prerequisites: POLS - 2100 American National Government (3) and POLS - 2101 Principles of Political Science (3) ; For Political Science Majors only.
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POLS - 4990 Political Struggle: Empowerment and Change (3)
Applies the various theoretical frameworks and approaches to studying political science to practical, real world issues and experiences. Students will employ an interdisciplinary approach as they examine and analyze the intersection of power, resource distribution, identify, and participation in American democracy.
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POLS - 6200 U.S. and Illinois Elections (3)
Studies elections in Chicago, the suburbs, the state, and the nation. Examines current trends and includes participation of past or present elected officials. Equivalent to POLS-520. Prerequisite: take POLS-2200 .
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POLS - 6300 The Chicago Political Tradition (1)
Examines past and current politics in the City of Chicago. Analyzes thoroughly twentieth century Chicago mayors. Equivalent to POLS-530. Prerequisite: take POLS-2200 .
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POLS - 7370 Political Geography (3)
A review and extension of theoretical constructs in political geography where problems arise when the boundaries of sovereign states fail to separate national groups and when corporate limits fail to encompass all segments of a metropolis. Equivalent to POLS-737.
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POLS - 8450 International Law and Organization (3)
Examination of the fundamental rules of international law and its relation to the state and the individual. Discussion of cases, statutes, and treaties is included. Equivalent to POLS-845. Prerequisite: take POJS-8300 .
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PSYC - 1101 Principles of Psychology (3)
Provides a comprehensive overview of psychology. Presents concepts, theories, and data from various subfields in psychology, Including sensation-perception, learning, memory, personality abnormal, social, developmental, and physiological. Prerequisite: None
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PSYC - 1605 Love: What Everyone Needs to Know (3)
Explores the intricacies and problems of close, committed, Interpersonal relationships, including marriage. Discusses important relationship concepts and standards. Prerequisite: None
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PSYC - 1606 Sex: What Everyone Needs to Know (3)
Provides an introduction to human sexuality. Emphasizes understanding the bio-psychological factors in human sexual functioning. Provides an opportunity for students to explore their own values and attitudes. Prerequisite: None
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PSYC - 2102 Thinking and Writing in Psychology (4)
Introduction to thinking, writing, and career options in psychology and related fields. Serves as an orientation to the psychology major. Emphasizes academic skills such as critical thinking In the field of psychology, writing in APA style, effective communication, and making logical arguments. Provides resources and tools to effectively use a psychology degree. A writing intensive course. Prerequisite: ENGL-1102 and PSYC-1101 .
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PSYC - 2150 Introduction to Research Methods (3)
Introduces the basic principles of psychological research. Focuses on basic knowledge about research methods and the development of analytic skills. Emphasizes the identification of researchable problems, and the development of literature search skills, testable hypotheses, appropriate research design, and methods of measurement. Prerequisite: PSYC-1101 .
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PSYC - 2201 Life-span Developmental Psychology (3)
A study of the neurobiological, physical, cognitive, social and emotional development of humans from conception through childhood, adolescence, adulthood and old age. Emphasizes normal development stages and patterns of adjustment to differing life-time demands. The theories and principles of human development are examined in light of contemporary research. Prerequisite: None
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PSYC - 2345 Social Psychology (3)
Systematic introduction to theory and research on the ways social factors influence individual and group behavior. Study of social perception, interpersonal relations and communications, social power, persuasion, conformity, decision-making, attitudes, and group dynamics. Equivalent to PSYC-3345. Prerequisite: take PSYC-1101 .
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PSYC - 2410 Personality Theories (3)
Introduction to theories, concepts, and research findings as applied to questions concerning the nature of the person; the description of individual personality and its development; and the understanding of individual differences in behavior, thinking, emotion, motivation, and social relationships. Considers various theoretical perspectives on personality, including psychodynamic, behavioral, and humanistic. Prerequisite: take PSYC-1101 .
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PSYC - 2610 Laboratory in Personal Stress Management (2)
Focuses on the issue of stress from cognitive, behavioral, affective, and physiological perspectives. Provides an intensive laboratory experience in stress reduction and stress management. Prerequisite: take PSYC-1101 or equivalent.
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PSYC - 3201 Child Development (3)
Introduction to theory and research on the biological, physical, social and cognitive development of the human from conception to adolescence. Topics may include genetic factors, prenatal development, sensory and perceptual changes, motor system development, language acquisition, social learning, cultural influences and aspects of abnormal development. Equivalent to PSYC-412.
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PSYC - 3202 Adolescence (3)
Adolescence will involve the study of adolescent growth, maturity, and progression towards adulthood. Issues discussed relating to adolescent development will include areas such as culture, cognitive, physical/biological, personality and social development. Prerequisite: take PSYC-3201 .
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PSYC - 3203 Adulthood (3)
Presents theories of adult development as they relate to major problems of adulthood. Investigates the availability of resources for adult development in local communities. Equivalent to PSYC-515. Prerequisite: take PSYC-3201 .
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PSYC - 3204 Geropsychology (3)
Discusses a wide range of issues related to the aging process and older adults. Emphasizes psychological facets of aging. Explores how biology, sociology, economics, politics, demography, and other academic, scientific, and clinical disciplines bring a unique perspective to our understanding of aging. Equivalent to PSYC-5219, PSYC-519. Prerequisite: take PSYC-3201 .
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PSYC - 3430 Abnormal Psychology (3)
Addresses the recognition, classification, development, and prognosis of the range of human problems usually defined as psychiatric disorders. Focuses on difficulties in currently used systems of defining and classifying human problems in adaptation and adjustment. Examines the medical model assumptions underlying the most widely used diagnostic system. Prerequisite: take PSYC-1101 .
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PSYC - 3460 Mindfulness Studies (3)
Introduces the scientific literature on mindfulness as well as the practice and application of mindfulness to a variety of everyday problems ranging from anxiety, intimacy issues, to health problems. Special emphasis is given to applying mindfulness to the specific challenges students face in their personal lives. Prerequisites: take PSYC-2201 or PSYC-3201 , PSYC-2410 .
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PSYC - 3465 Psychology of Spiritual Development (3)
Examines spiritual development from a psychological perspective with a general focus on contemplative Christian spiritual development and the Intersection of other spiritual traditions. Topics include psychological research on the stages of faith development, the psychology of contemplative spirituality, key features of ancient beliefs about spiritual formation, and multicultural aspects of spiritual development, such as the experiences of LGBTQQ persons. Prerequisites: take PSYC-2201 or PSYC-3201 , PSYC-2410 .
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PSYC - 3470 Introduction to Clinical Psychology (3)
Introduces the basic concepts and theories used in clinical psychology. Focuses on three areas of clinical psychology: (1) fundamental concepts, including current issues and ethics; (2) psychological assessment and diagnosis; and (3) overview of the main school of psychotherapy. Equivalent to PSYC-5444, PSYC-544. Prerequisites: take PSYC-3310 , PSYC-3430 .
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PSYC - 3520 Cognitive Psychology (3)
Introduction to cognitive psychology. Topics include the history and methods of cognitive psychology, cognitive neuroscience, attention, knowledge representation, language, problem solving, decision-making, cognitive development, and human and artificial intelligence. Emphasizes developing an understanding of how cognitive psychologists study the human mind and on appreciating the wonder, complexity, and creativity of the human information processing system. Prerequisite: take PSYC-1101 and STAT 2100 .
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PSYC - 3524 Principles of Learning and Behavior (3)
Introduces behavioral psychology and addresses the basic principles of learning theory. Applies these theories to clinical practice in terms of the treatment of mental disorders through behavior modification in diverse environments. Prerequisite: take PSYC-2150 , PSYC-2201 , and STAT 2100 .
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PSYC - 3602 Health Psychology (3)
Investigates the mind body relationship to see how these factors relate to primary prevention, stress and pain management, chronic and terminal illnesses, and the patient practitioner relationship. Reviews related research from the bio-psychosocial model and how this relates to the new DRG (diagnostic related group) now emerging in the healthcare system. Prerequisite: take PSYC-1101 .
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PSYC - 3620 Laboratory in Personal Growth (2)
Identification of personal growth issues in terms of life goals and priorities. Intrapersonal communication processes identify and examine meaning assigned to various objects or events in the student’s life. Equivalent course: PSYC-2620 Prerequisite: PSYC-1101 .
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PSYC - 3650 Creating a Healthy Lifestyle (3)
Focuses on our patterns of eating, exercise, sleep, stress management, and how those choices create our lives. Students will facilitate classmates in making changes where needed in diet, exercise, meditation, and stress management. Guest presentations on aspects of nutrition, yoga, tai chi, stretching exercises, ayurvedic medicine, and acupuncture will be included. Equivalent to PSYC-508. Prerequisite: take PSYC-1101 .
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PSYC - 3675 Biopsychology (3)
Explores the diverse interactions between behavior and biology (e.g. brain-behavior connections, the neurochemical basis of behavior, the nervous system, hormones, genetics, the impact of our evolutionary past, etc.). Instruments used by biopsychologists to conduct research and further knowledge that serves as the basis for clinical and pharmacological treatments will also be considered. Prerequisite: take PSYC-2102 , PSYC-2150 , PSYC-2201 , and PSYC-1101 .
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PSYC - 3680 Introduction to Neuropsychology (3)
Introduction to human neuropsychology. Topics covered include foundations of neuropsychology, structure of the nervous system, brain-behavior relationships, functional specialization of the brain, cognitive functions, and assessments of brain disorders and related bio-psychological conditions. Prerequisite: take PSYC-2102 , PSYC-2150 , PSYC-2201 , PSYC-3520 , and PSYC-1101 .
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PSYC - 3820 Forensic Psychology (3)
Examines the legal system’s basic assumptions and procedures in light of social scientific evidence pertaining to human behavior relevant to the rights of defendants, victims, children, and mental patients, including areas of Clinical Psychology in which psychologists act as expert witnesses and consultants. Prerequisite: take PSYC-1101 .
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PSYC - 3828 Understanding Men (3)
Applies psychological and social scientific theory and research findings to the understanding of male gender roles. Studies effects of male gender roles and socialization on men’s health, psychological development, and emotional wellbeing. Considers male gender roles with respect to sexual identity, power dynamics, and aggression; examines implications for interpersonal relationships, social justice, and community welfare. Prerequisites: PSYC-1101 , PSYC-2201 or PSYC-3201 , or GNSX-2100 .
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PSYC - 3829 Psychology of Women (3)
Studies the effects of physiological and psychological variables on the behavior of women, includes dependence, aggression, self-esteem, and motive to achieve. Discusses social and mental health issues currently affecting women’s welfare. . Prerequisites: PSYC-1101 , PSYC-2201 or PSYC-3201 , or GNSX 2100 .
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PSYC - 3840 Industrial Psychology (3)
Introductory course in industrial psychology that examines psychological research and theory that relates to the following topics: personnel evaluation, personnel selection, personality and interest factors, equal employment opportunity, personnel training and work motivation, human factors in job design, and leadership. Prerequisite: take PSYC-1101 .
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PSYC - 4070 Topics in Personal and Professional Growth (1-3)
Introduces significant issues in contemporary psychology. Allows students to understand themselves, their major, their future careers, and the complex interactions that exist among these three phenomena. Course information will be conveyed through lectures, guest speakers, readings, in-class exercises, small group discussions, and written assignments covering a variety of topics that vary by term. Equivalent to PSYC-573. Prerequisite: take PSYC 1101 .
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PSYC - 4470 Introduction to Clinical Psychology (3)
Introduces the basic concepts and theories used in clinical psychology. It focuses on three areas of clinical psychology: (1) fundamental concepts, including current issues and ethics (2) psychological assessment and diagnosis, and (3) overview of the main schools of psychotherapy. Prerequisites: take PSYC-2102 , PSYC-2410 , and PSYC-3430 .
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PSYC - 4475 Introduction to Family Dynamics (3)
Provides a beginning understanding of the family as a social system and the concepts involved in family counseling. Students analyze their role in their own family system. Equivalent to COUN-544, COUN-5544. Prerequisites: take PSYC-3310 , PSYC-3430 .
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PSYC - 4490 Physical and Sexual Abuse of Children (3)
Provides an overview of the nature of child abuse. Includes legal and ethical issues involved in definition, identification and treatment, and current theories of causation as well as treatment. Equivalent to COUN-510. Prerequisites: take PSYC-1101 , PSYC-3201 .
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PSYC - 4520 Cognitive Development (3)
Surveys the nature and course of human cognitive development from infancy to early adulthood. Content covers genetic, environmental and biological influences on development of mental processes such as vision and other perceptual abilities, attention, memory, language, problem solving and reasoning, and social cognition (thinking about social phenomena). Discussion of cultural influence on cognition is woven throughout. Prerequisite: take PSYC-2201 or PSYC-3201 and PSYC-3520 .
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PSYC - 4630 Laboratory in Interpersonal Growth (2)
Students identify their interpersonal communication strengths and areas of difficulties and examine the interpersonal communication processes through which they initiate, maintain, and terminate relationships. Equivalent to PSYC-531.
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PSYC - 4690 Practicum Seminar in Stress Management (3)
Students are required to do eight hours of practicum per week and to teach holistic stress management techniques to individuals, families, or groups. Equivalent to PSYC-509. Prerequisites: take PSYC-3602 , PSYC-3650 , PSYC-4610.
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PSYC - 4750 Applied Research and Statistics (3)
Provides an applied approach for the basic principles of designing, conducting, and reporting social-psychological (interdisciplinary) research. Relevant quantitative and qualitative design, implementation, and evaluation strategies are reviewed and critiqued. Focus is placed on building and applying skills in evaluating evidence and clearly communicating evidence. Prerequisites: take PSYC-2150 and STAT 2100 or equivalents.
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PSYC - 4770 Independent Study (6)
Individual reading, research, and/or project in psychology under the supervision of the faculty. Equivalent to PSYC-470.
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PSYC - 4775 Principles of Psychological Testing (3)
Reviews fundamentals statistics as a prelude to the study of a cross section of techniques and instruments use in the measurement and evaluation of human behavior, conduct, and characteristics. Studies individuals and group measures of intelligence, neuropsychological, achievement, and both objective and clinical instruments and methods. Equivalent to PSYC-580. Prerequisites: take PSYC-2102 , PSYC-2150 , PSYC-2201 or PSYC-3201 , PSYC-3650 or PSYC-3675 , STAT-2100 .
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PSYC - 4840 History and Systems of Psychology (3)
Surveys major theories of psychology and their relationship to current professional practices. Focus upon understanding and comparing the origin and development of different psychological perspectives in terms of metatheoretical issues. Prerequisite: take PSYC-2150 , PSYC-2201 or PSYC-3201 , PSYC-2345 , PSYC-2410 , PSYC-3430 , PSYC-3520 or PSYC-3524 , and STAT 2100 .
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PSYC - 4880 Field Experience (2)
Provides an opportunity for students to become exposed to the mental health field. Includes observation, assessment, application of theory, psychological concepts, and treatment issues within an agency and/or business settings under the supervision of qualified professionals and faculty. Equivalent to PSYC-480. Prerequisites: take PSYC-3310 , PSYC-3430 , PSYC-4130 .
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PSYC - 4950 Psychological Issues and Social Values (3)
Explores psychological issues, social values, and personal responses to social issues and choices. Integrative review of psychology emphasizing class discussion, oral presentation, and written reports. A capstone experience. Equivalent to PSYC-546. Prerequisite: take PSYC-2102 , PSYC-2150 , PSYC-4130 (co-requisite), STAT-2100 , and three from PSYC-2345 , PSYC-2410 , PSYC-3430 , PSYC-3520 or PSYC-3524 .
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PSYC - 6070 Topics in Psychology (1-3)
Involves experts in psychology presenting selected topics covering new developments in the field. Includes discussion of topics and implications for theory and practice. Participants have an opportunity to discuss new developments and, where appropriate, apply techniques and skills. Equivalent to PSYC-630.
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PSYC - 6110 Measurements and Evaluation (3)
Covers concepts of validity, reliability, norms, item analysis, and standardization; selection, administration, and interpretation of published psychological and educational tests; development of measurable goals by decision-makers for various evaluation purposes, and the development and/or selection of necessary tests and collection of data; legal and ethical issues. Equivalent to PSYC-610. Prerequisite: take STAT-4720.
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PSYC - 6160 Ethical Legal Issues in Psychology (3)
Focuses on ethical and legal issues faced by professional psychologists functioning in clinical, research, and teaching roles. Emphasizes the application of the ethical code of the psychology profession, published by the American Psychological Association, and related Illinois legal statutes. Equivalent to PSYC-760. Prerequisites: take PSYC-3310 , PSYC-3430 .
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PSYC - 6221 Psychopathology (3)
Examines diagnostic categories selected for in-depth study of the literature conceptualizing a problem, its development, and various treatment recommendations. Focuses on evaluation of research approaches and findings. Equivalent to PSYC-821. Prerequisite: take PSYC-3430 or PSYC-3470 .
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PSYC - 6229 Graduate Seminar in Human Development (3)
Presents up-to-date research and theory in developmental psychology. Evaluates developmental issues at all stages of life. Provides links between theoretical and applied issues of development including the potential influences of a variety of factors. Equivalent to PSYC-829.
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PSYC - 6475 Introduction to Family Dynamics (3)
Provides a beginning understanding of the family as a social system and the concepts involved in family counseling. Students analyze their role in their own family system. Equivalent to COUN-544, COUN-5544.
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PSYC - 6490 Physical and Sexual Abuse of Children (3)
Provides an overview of the nature of child abuse. Includes legal and ethical issues involved in definition, identification and treatment, and current theories of causation as well as treatment. Equivalent to COUN-510. Prerequisites: take PSYC-1101 , PSYC-3201 .
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