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PHYS 250 - Modern Physics I
An introductory course in relativity and quantum mechanics.
Prerequisites: PHYS 196 - Physics II and MATH 263 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus II , with grades of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3
When Offered: Spring
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 275 - Vibrations and Waves
Physical systems disposed to simple harmonic motion and wave phenomena are studied in depth.
Prerequisites: PHYS 195 - Physics I and with grades of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3
When Offered: Spring
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 310 - Intermediate Laboratory
The Intermediate Physics Laboratory course introduces students to the fundamentals of experimental design, measurement, data analysis, error analysis, and laboratory record keeping. In this course students also learn the basics of hardware and/or software involved in computer interfacing. Students perform experiments from different parts of physics, including Optics, Mechanics, Nuclear, Electricity and Magnetism, and/or Solid-state physics.
Prerequisites: grade of “C” or higher in PHYS 196 - Physics II .
Credits: 2
When Offered: Spring
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** The Physics Lab Fee applies to this course.
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PHYS 320 - Electronics
A strongly laboratory-oriented survey of electronic devices and circuits. Electronic test instruments; passive devices; transistors; operational amplifiers; logic chips.
Prerequisite: PHYS 196 - Physics II with grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** The Science Lab Fee applies to this course.
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PHYS 345 - Junior Seminar
A review of physics and career orientation. Students prepare and revise resumes and personal statements, seek letters of recommendation, and learn about career and graduate school options. They then embark on a comprehensive review of their knowledge of physics, in the context of preparing for exams such as the senior test (MFAT) and GRE.
Pre- or corequisite: PHYS 251 - Modern Physics II .
Credits: 1
When Offered: Spring
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 351 - Modern Physics II
This course is a continuation of PHYS 250 - Modern Physics I , providing an introduction to the quantum mechanical description of atoms, molecules, nuclei, particles, and condensed matter.
Prerequisite: PHYS 250 - Modern Physics I with a grade of C or higher.
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall
NOTE:
* This is a Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 382 - Mathematical Physics
A survey of mathematical methods commonly used in physics. Topics may include series, vector spaces and vector analysis, linear algebra, Fourier series and transforms, ordinary differential equations, special functions, partial differential equations, and functions of a complex variable.
Prerequisites: PHYS 196 - Physics II and MATH 263 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus II with grades of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 386 - Classical Mechanics
This course offers a theoretical treatment of classical mechanics including Newtonian mechanics; conservation laws; energy, momentum and angular momentum; constrained systems; and Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics. Fundamental theories are applied to selected topics such as central forces and the two-body problem; the Coulomb problem and planetary orbits; scattering of particles by a potential; small oscillations; non-inertial reference frames; rigid body dynamics; and chaotic systems.
Prerequisites: and PHYS 382 - Mathematical Physics with grades of “C” or higher. Pre- or Corequisite: MATH 365 - Ordinary Differential Equations .
Credits: 3
When Offered: Spring
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 387 - Statics
Engineering statics. Resultants of force systems, centroids, equilibrium, stresses in structures, friction, moments of inertia, products of inertia.
Prerequisite: PHYS 195 - Physics I with grade of “C” or higher. Pre- or co-requisite: MATH 264.
Credits: 3
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PHYS 391 - Internship for Physics Majors
On-the-job field training in scientific fields. To complement the student’s academic education. Only three credits may be taken as part of restricted electives in the major.
Co-requisite: PHYS 392 - Evaluation and Analysis of Internship .
Credits: 4 to 12
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PHYS 392 - Evaluation and Analysis of Internship
Encompassing research, analytical analysis, and evaluation of internship experiences.
Co-requisite: PHYS 391 - Internship for Physics Majors .
Credits: 1 to 3
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PHYS 441 - Physics Research I
Individual study, under the close supervision of a faculty member, on an assigned problem. The goal of the research is to produce work of a quality which can be published in a professional journal or reported at a professional meeting. Requires the approval of the supervising faculty member.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course if taken for 3 credits.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 442 - Physics Research II
A continuation of PHYS 441 - Physics Research I .
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 443 - Physics Research III
A continuation of PHYS 442 - Physics Research II .
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 444 - Independent Studies (Topic)
This course provides flexibility for students who are in need of or desire special coursework.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 5
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 445 - Physics Capstone
Independent and in-depth investigation of a specific topic in physics or related to physics. This course also contains senior assessment such as the creation of the student’s senior portfolio.
Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or higher in PHYS 251 - Modern Physics II , PHYS 375 - Vibrations and Waves , PHYS 382 - Mathematical Physics , and junior or senior status.
Credits: 1
When Offered: Spring
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 482 - Electricity and Magnetism
A rigorous mathematical treatment of electrostatics, magnetostatics, and electrodynamics. Additional topics, such as radiation and special theory of relativity may be covered.
Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or higher in MATH 365 - Ordinary Differential Equations , PHYS 382 - Mathematical Physics and .
Credits: 3
When Offered: Spring
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 486 - Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
The fundamental ideas of thermodynamics and of statistical mechanics are introduced and applied to classical and quantum systems. Topics include the meaning of temperature, work in thermodynamic systems, the Second Law of thermodynamics and its consequences, thermodynamic cycles, thermodynamic potentials, and the fundamentals of statistical mechanics using microcanonical, canonical, and grand canonical ensembles.
Prerequisites: Grades of “C” or higher in PHYS 251 - Modern Physics II , , PHYS 382 - Mathematical Physics , and MATH 264 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus III . Pre- or corequisite: STAT 290 - Statistics .
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 492 - Physics Capstone - Research Option
This course represents a culmination to previously conducted research in Physics in which students develop and deliver oral and written research reports. This course also contains senior assessment such as the creation of the student’s senior portfolio.
Prerequisites: A completed research experience consisting of at least 3 credits from PHYS 441 - Physics Research I , PHYS 442 - Physics Research II , and/or PHYS 443 - Physics Research III with a grade of “pass” or C or better OR an approved alternate research experience (such as a summer physics REU).
Credits: 1
Note:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 518 - Advanced Topics
An in-depth study of selected science topics presented under formal classroom organization (not intended for individualized study).
Prerequisites: Grades of “C” or higher in PHYS 251 - Modern Physics II , , and PHYS 382 - Mathematical Physics .
Credits: 1 to 5
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 518G - Advanced Topics
An in-depth study of selected science topics presented under formal classroom organization (not intended for individualized study). The number of courses which are taken depends upon the student’s program and recommendation of the advisor and Dean.
Credits: 1 to 5 (each topic)
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PHYS 580 - Quantum Mechanics
Quantum mechanics is the physics of the very small. A system is described using a wave function, which evolves in time according to the Schrödinger Equation. Students learn to interpret the wave function and how to expand it in terms of states of well-defined energy. These techniques are applied to various systems in one and three dimensions, and the concepts of quantized angular momentum, intrinsic spin, and identical particles are explored.
Prerequisites: Grades of “C” or higher in PHYS 251 - Modern Physics II , , and PHYS 382 - Mathematical Physics .
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PHYS 580G - Quantum Mechanics
Quantum mechanics is the physics of the very small. A system is described using a wave function, which evolves in time according to the Schrödinger Equation. Students learn to interpret the wave function and how to expand it in terms of states of well-defined energy. These techniques are applied to various systems in one and three dimensions, and the concepts of quantized angular momentum, intrinsic spin, and identical particles are explored.
Prerequisites: Grades of “C” or better in PHYS 251 - Modern Physics II , , and PHYS 382 - Mathematical Physics .
Credits: 3
When Offered: Fall
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POL 101 - Constitutional Government
This course covers the provisions and principles of the U.S. and Missouri Constitutions, with a focus on civil rights and on how governmental institutions have evolved through history.
Credits: 1
NOTE:
* This course meets the Missouri Statute Requirement.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 161 - American National Government
This course covers the principles, organization, and functions of American national government. The role of public attitudes, voting and elections in shaping the behavior of that government are also studied. May be applied toward the Public Administration Minor.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course meets the Missouri Statute Requirement.
** This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
*** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR POSC 101 - American Government  (For additional information: https://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)
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POL 171 - Introduction to Political Science
An overview of basic concepts, principles, approaches and methods of the discipline representing the social scientific mode of inquiry. Exposes the student to national, comparative, and international politics as well as political thought.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry and the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 230 - Model UN/Country Studies
Students prepare for the annual Model United Nations conference, where they role-play diplomats from various countries represented in UN institutions. Students learn about the history, structure, and functioning of the UN as well as the domestic and foreign policies of the countries assigned to Truman State. Countries change from year to year. Students gain insight into diplomacy and international negotiation as well as develop interpersonal and public speaking skills. May be repeated for credit.
Credits: 3
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** Additional fees required.
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POL 250 - Introduction to International Relations
This is the introductory course in International Relations. It uses both historical and current examples to further theoretical understanding as well as the various methodological tools found within social science. The goal is to survey the basic components of International Relations and to understand the nature of international society and the forces affecting relationships between states and social actors. As such, the course will include such topics as: 1) the basic paradigms/approaches of IR; 2) levels of analysis; 3) the causes of war; 4) factors impacting levels of international trade, finance, and investment; 5) factors influencing foreign policy decision-making; 6) the role of non-state actors; and 7) additional current topics.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry and the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR POSC 201 - International Relations (For additional information: https://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)
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POL 251 - Peace and Security
This course provides students with a broad theoretical introduction to issues that affect the security of individuals and states. The course is divided into three sections. The first section focuses on international security and specific methods that states use to achieve this security. This often includes investigations in nuclear deterrence, economic sanctions and aid, cyber security and the use of drones. The second section examines causes and results of intrastate violence. This section often examines issues related to civil wars, ethnic conflict, genocide, and immigration/migration. The final section examines terrorism from its definition, to causes, to ways to combat it.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 252 - Women, Gender, and Politics
This course provides a comparative introduction to the role of women and gender in politics. The course includes descriptive material about the role women play in politics and addresses conceptual issues regarding gender and gender roles.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 253 - Environmental Politics
This course covers the evolution of the environmental movement in the United States; the social and political contexts of environmental policy making; the key institutions, groups, and processes involved in making environmental policy; and the theoretical guidelines employed in environmental decision making. In addition, discussions cover public policies concerning air quality, water quality and land use.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry and the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 254 - Politics and Film
Analysis of how film can variously present, reflect, and shape political issues and understandings.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 262 - American State and Local Government
This course provides an analysis of politics and government at the state and local levels. Topics include the study of governmental structures and processes, the nature of the political struggle at these levels, the political environment within which this struggle occurs, and major policy issues of concern today.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course meets the Missouri Statute Requirement.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 275 - Selected Topics in Political Science
Selected topics in political science. May be repeated for credit as long as there is no duplication of topics.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 300 - Political Science Methodology
This is the primary course for learning empirical political science methodology. It focuses on how empirical political science analysis is conducted and offers essential training on how to both read and to construct such research. Students learn about the science behind political science by exploring a variety of approaches to research, including experimental, quasi-experimental, survey research, cross-sectional or longitudinal studies, and basic statistical tests (including regression analysis). Also, each student is required to write an empirical research paper, including an introduction, a literature review, a theory and/or hypothesis section, a list and operationalization of variables, an explanation of case selection, and a discussion of statistical findings. Students also present their research paper to the class.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This is a writing-enhanced course.
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POL 310 - Comparative Politics: Theory and Research
This upper division, research-based class evaluates trends in Comparative Politics from historic, methodological, and theoretical perspectives. Drawing on cases from both developed and less developed nations from around the world, we study the types, causes, and impacts of competing political institutions, as well as other political, social, and economic issues of importance to Comparativists, such as democracy, democratization, authoritarianism, party development, electoral systems, and economic development. Students conduct original research, writing a hypothesis testing paper centering on causes or consequences of aspects or issues associated with development, types of political systems, political parties, interest groups, civil wars, levels of democracy, and other political, social, or economic arrangements studied by Comparativists.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This is a writing-enhanced course.
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POL 320 - Politics of Latin America
Latin America has faced dramatic economic, political, and social changes over recent decades, and this course will familiarize students with key topics in Latin American politics. Initially, students will gain knowledge of the culture and history of several Latin American countries. Then, the course will introduce key theories and concepts in the Latin American political context. Comparative analysis allows us to understand politics, and students will delve into literature on democratic governance, political participation, and institutional design over the course of the semester.
Credits: 3
NOTES:
*Honors Scholar Course.
**This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
***This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
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POL 344 - Principles of Public Administration
Introduction to the nature and scope of public administration as a field of study and a major element of the American political process; consideration of the basic characteristics of formal organizations.
Prerequisite: POL 161 - American National Government or POL 262 - American State and Local Government .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** This is a writing-enhanced course.
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POL 352 - International Political Economy
Students learn the fundamentals concerning the rise and state of international economic cooperation and conflict. We approach IPE with an overlapping historical and theoretical approach to this sub-field of International Relations, though also with strong overlaps with History, Comparative Politics, and Economics. We examine the conditions under which international economic institutions and norms arise as well as understanding some current international economic concerns through three primary theoretical prisms: Liberal, Realist, and Marxist (and their associated schools of thought). At the end of the course, students should understand the rise of international trade, investment, and money, the rise of international financial institutions, the current state of such institutions, their evolving nature, and the basics of the three paradigms which seek to explain the rise and fall of these political and economic phenomena.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 355 - Politics of Sub-Saharan Africa
An overview of the major approaches, institutions, issues, problems, and trends essential to an understanding of the current politics of African nations south of the Sahara. Topics include the impact of colonialism, the problems of development and underdevelopment, the role of political parties and the military, and the role of Africa in the international system.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
*** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 357 - American Foreign Relations
The formulation, content, and conduct of United States foreign policy.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 361 - Law and the Judicial Process
The nature of the law, types of law, court structures, the adversary system, and the policy-making of the courts.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 364 - The Presidency
The Presidential Office, noting its changing nature and powers.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.
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POL 365 - Congress and the Legislative Process
The functions, achievements, and limitations of the legislative branch of American government.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 367 - Political Parties and Interest Groups
This course focuses on the importance of America’s political parties and interest groups in elections, in the institutions of government, and in the society. The course will also focus on how these actors form and maintain themselves, how changes have occurred in them over time, and on the techniques that they use to try to shape the outcomes of elections and public policies. Attention will also focus on their role in the financing of American politics. Students will learn not only the organization and behavior of parties and groups, but also will learn the key literature, theories and concepts used to study them.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 370 - Current Issues in Political Science
Consideration of major domestic and international problems and their effects upon the American citizen. Special attention is given to those problems and topics which are crucial at this time.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 371 - Constitutional Law
The development of constitutional law as it relates to the relationships between the individuals and the government, as well as intergovernmental relationships.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 373 - Politics and War
Students engage in an intellectual journey through the process of war from its onset through its escalation, expansion and conclusion. The class examines how different factors influence the movement from low level disputes to large all out war. The course utilizes mostly quantitative readings and analysis. Students complete a guided large N, quantitative research paper and present their results at the end of the semester. This course builds on skills acquire in POL 300 - Political Science Methodology . Therefore, past or current enrollment in POL 300 - Political Science Methodology is recommended.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Honors Scholar Course.
** This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 398 - Advanced Survey of Political Thought
This is an advanced examination of major thinkers and schools of Western political philosophy, from Plato to the present. This writing-enhanced course has a special emphasis on analytic writing assignments based on a close and careful reading of original texts.
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior level standing.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This is a writing-enhanced course.
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POL 410 - Advanced Public Policy: Theory and Research
This course examines the literature, theories and models used to understand public policy agenda-setting, formulation, implementation and evaluation. As such, it examines key original literature in these topics and models at an advanced level. Students will engage in a significant research topic employing original government documents to better understand the policy process in depth and to examine important concepts.
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior level standing.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This is a writing-enhanced course.
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POL 460 - Capstone: Senior Seminar in Political Science and International Relations
This capstone course provides an overview and integration of the most significant concepts, models, and methods used throughout the discipline. Students design a quantitative research project, which they present to the class.
Prerequisites: Political Science and International Relations major and junior or senior standing.
Credits: 4
NOTE:
* This is a writing-enhanced course.
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POL 471 - Internship: Political Science
On-the-job specialized training in fields generally accepted as needing political science field experience to complement the student’s academic training. Course is graded pass/fail. A special application procedure is required and must be completed the semester prior to starting the internship.
Credits: 3 to 12
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POL 472 - Internship Evaluation and Analysis
Research, evaluation, and analytical analysis of internship experiences. Prearrange one semester before enrollment.
Credits: 1 to 3
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POL 489 - Readings in Political Science
Selected readings in a specific subject in political science to be assigned by the instructor. Maximum 3 hours toward the undergraduate political science major.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 522 - The Politics of Sustainability
This course will study the politics and policies of environmental sustainability. The focus will cover both domestic and international aspects of this issue, with a concentration on the role and actions of relevant institutions like the Congress, courts, bureaucracy, and international bodies; local and grassroots politics; social justice and sustainability; and the sustainability philosophies and perspectives of “radical” movements.
Credits: 3
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POL 522G - The Politics of Sustainability
This course will study the politics and policies of environmental sustainability. The focus will cover both domestic and international aspects of the issue, with a concentration on the role and actions of relevant institutions like the Congress, courts, bureaucracy, and international bodies; local and grassroots politics; social justice and sustainability; and the sustainability philosophies and perspectives of “radical” movements.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course is taught by the Institute for Academic Outreach.
** The Online Course Fee applies to this course.
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POL 554 - Independent Studies: Political Science
An opportunity for students to organize and conduct research projects of their own choice with the help of faculty supervision.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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POL 554G - Independent Studies: Political Science
An opportunity for students to organize and conduct research projects of their own choice with the help of faculty supervision.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3
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PORT 101 - Elementary Portuguese I
Introduction to the Portuguese language and its diverse cultural settings. Students begin to develop elementary proficiency in vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation and examine how these elements create cultural meaning. Emphasis is on Brazil, but students are encouraged to explore Portuguese elsewhere as well (Angola, Portugal, etc.). Three classroom hours per week plus two laboratory hours are required.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course and continuing course PORT 102 fulfill the Foreign Language Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** The Foreign Language Instruction Course Fee applies to this course.
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PORT 102 - Elementary Portuguese II
Continuation of PORT 101 leading to development of elementary proficiency. Three classroom hours per week plus two laboratory hours are required.
Prerequisite: PORT 101 - Elementary Portuguese I .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* Successful completion of this course fulfills the Foreign Language Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** The Foreign Language Instruction Course Fee applies to this course.
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PSYC 166 - General Psychology
A survey of behavioral principles. Topics include human development, personality, learning and thinking, psychological testing, mental health, therapy, and social behavior.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR PSYC 100 - General Psychology (For additional information: https://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)
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PSYC 201 - Psychology Career Seminar
This course introduces the broad range of careers that psychology majors pursue, as well as steps undergraduates can take to prepare for these careers. Graded pass/fail.
Prerequisite: PSYC 166 - General Psychology with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 1
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PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology
Philosophy of science and the application of the scientific method in psychology, research ethics, nonexperimental and experimental designs, hypothesis development, between-subjects and within-subjects designs, small-sample studies, statistical analysis of research data, and drawing conclusions from research data.
Prerequisite: PSYC 166 - General Psychology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 321 - Physiological Psychology
This course examines the philosophy of science and the application of the scientific method in physiological psychology, functional neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, the chemical bases of behavior, hormones and the brain, life-span development of the brain and behavior, regulation and behavior, emotions and psychological disorders, and cognitive neuroscience.
Prerequisite: Grade of C, or better, in PSYC 166 - General Psychology and PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology , or BIOL 200 - Cell Biology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 331 - Cognitive Psychology
The course explores our current understanding of how people accomplish complex cognitive tasks. Emphasis is on research based on human information processing theories. Pattern recognition, attention, memory organization, language comprehension, problem solving, and decision making are among topics that are presented.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 332 - Child Development
This course examines human behavior and life-cycle changes from conception through adolescence. Includes introduction to theories and methodologies necessary for studying the influences of heredity/maturation and the environment upon physical, social, and cognitive development.
Prerequisite: PSYC 166 - General Psychology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 334 - Applied Psychophysiology
This course explores the two-way relationship between the mind and body. Students review the philosophy of science and the application of the scientific method in psychology, and the science and technology underlying biofeedback and neurofeedback for health and improved performance. This course covers topics relevant to student wellbeing, including relaxation and stress management, and the entire BCIA General Biofeedback blueprint.
Prerequisites: Grade of C, or better, in PSYC 166 - General Psychology and PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology , or BIOL 200 - Cell Biology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 337 - The Autism Spectrum
This course examines autism from historical, theoretical, and empirical research perspectives. Students discuss various topical controversies such as the autism rights movement, autism culture, and the issue of whether autism is a condition in need of a cure. In order to help provide a more humanistic understanding of autism, students read memoirs and personal narratives written by people with autism and apply the theories to the authors’ own experiences.
Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or higher in and .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 367 - Social Psychology
Interactions between the individual and society; social attitudes, collective behavior, communication, and social solidarity.
Prerequisite: Grade of C, or better, in PSYC 166 - General Psychology and PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.
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PSYC 369 - Behavior Modification
Recent research, theoretical advances in the field of behavior modification and its application to the modifying of behavior through systematic manipulation of response-contingent environmental consequences.
Prerequisites: Grade of C, or better, in PSYC 166 - General Psychology and PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 370 - Human Sensation and Perception
Current theory and research on the sensory systems and perceptual processes, emphasizing vision and audition.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 371 - Applied Social Psychology
Application of scientific methodology to the resolution of problems in human behavior.
Prerequisites: Grade of C, or better, in PSYC 166 and PSYC 266.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 373 - Learning and Memory
This course covers the theories and applications of both Pavlovian and operant conditioning and various models of memory. Both classic studies and modern research are discussed.
Prerequisites: Grade of C, or better, in PSYC 166 - General Psychology and PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 377 - Developmental Psychology
Psychological, social, cognitive, and biological development from prenatal development through old age, death and dying are covered from a theoretical and research-based framework.
Prerequisite: PSYC 166 - General Psychology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
Missouri Higher Education Core Curriculum Transfer (CORE 42) Course Number: MOTR PSYC 200 - Life Span Human Development (For additional information: https://dhe.mo.gov/core42.php)
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PSYC 380 - Quantitative Research Design and Analysis in Psychology
Relations among hypotheses, research design, and statistical analyses in psychological research. Choosing and executing statistical analyses appropriate for particular research designs and hypotheses. Designing research projects and hypotheses appropriate for particular statistical analyses.
Prerequisites:
Grade of C or higher or T in PSYC 166 .
Grade of C or higher or T in PSYC 266 .
Grade of D or higher or T in STAT 190 or STAT 290 .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 412 - Introduction to Clinical Psychology
The study and beginning applications of the science, art and techniques of the professional clinical psychologist, including psychodiagnosis and psychotherapy.
Prerequisites: Grade of C, or better, in PSYC 166 - General Psychology and PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 429 - History and Systems of Psychology
Major theoretical systems of psychology. Methodological problems of theory construction, system-making. Emphasizes integration of recent trends.
Prerequisites: Grade of C, or better, in PSYC 166 - General Psychology and PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 430 - Psychopharmacology: Drugs and Behavior
This course explores how prescription and social drugs interact with the body and the brain, and covers sedative-hypnotic drugs, drugs used to treat psychological disorders, drugs that stimulate brain function, analgesic drugs and psychedelics, herbal medicines, and anabolic steroids. The course examines clinical decision making in prescribing drugs for psychiatric disorders.
Prerequisites: Grade of C, or better, in PSYC 166 - General Psychology and PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology , or in BIOL 200 - Cell Biology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 436 - Evolutionary Psychology
Evolutionary psychology is a field which integrates advances in cognitive science, evolutionary biology, and social psychology to explain human thought and behavior.
Prerequisites: Grade of C, or better, in PSYC 166 - General Psychology and PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 437 - Attachment Theory
This course examines infant-parent attachment theory as developed by John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth. This theory attempts to provide a framework for understanding how we develop a sense of self, how our first relationships develop, what implications they have on our future relationships, how parenting style and sensitivity affect children, and the intergenerational transmission of attachment security. Other issues include self-esteem, parental employment, daycare, temperament, social and school success, developmental psychopathology, and adult relationships across the lifespan. This upper-level seminar emphasizes in-depth discussions regarding research articles and writing.
Prerequisite: A grade of “C” or higher in PSYC 166 - General Psychology and PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 438 - Queer Psychology
The majority of psychology courses approach human behavior and experiences from a heterocentric and gender normative persepctive. This course will be devoted to the lives of sexual and gender minorities: most commonly people who identify as “queer”.
Prerequisite: Grades of “C” or higher in PSYC 166 - General Psychology and PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 440 - Psychology of Human Consciousness
This course is an introduction to the scientific examination of the phenomena, evidence, and issues that relate to consciousness. Philosophical issues of consciousness necessarily arise, but the focus is on psychological concerns, including cognitive models of consciousness, neural correlates of consciousness, and abnormalities of consciousness such as blindsight.
Prerequisites: Grade of C, or better, in PSYC 166 - General Psychology and PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 441 - Research Practicum in Psychology
Designed to familiarize further the student with the various phases of psychology research, as she or he gains intensive hands-on experience with study design, instrument selection and/or creation, empirical data collection, data analysis, formal presentation preparation, and/or manuscript writing. Grade pass/fail.
Prerequisites: PSYC 266 - Experimental Psychology .
Credits: 0.5 to 3
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PSYC 442 - Teaching Practicum in Psychology
Mentored, intensive hands-on teaching experience designed to prepare graduate-school bound students for teaching and teaching assistantships in psychology and psychology-related fields.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
Credits: 0.5 to 3
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PSYC 444 - Cognitive Science
Cognitive Science is a field which integrates advances in cognitive psychology, artificial intelligence, and computer science to better understand and explain cognitive processes. This course specifically examines both classic and connectionist cognitive science perspectives through the tri-level hypothesis.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 445 - Positive Psychology
Positive psychology is the study of how human beings prosper in the face of adversity. Its goal is to identify and enhance the human strengths and virtues that make life worth living and allow individuals and communities to thrive. This course provides an introduction to positive psychology. It examines the paradigm shift from pathology to strengths-based psychology. The course is designed to decrease stressors and enhance optimism and well-being.
Prerequisites: Grade of C, or better, in and .
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 446 - Romantic Relationships
The class is a detailed description of human relationships, particularly friendships and romantic relationships. The class examines various theoretical perspectives and the nature and extent of empirical support for those perspectives. Application of these concepts to improve one’s own relationships is emphasized.
Prerequisites: Grade of C, or better, in PSYC 166 and PSYC 266.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 471 - Internship: Psychology
On-the-job specialized training in fields generally accepted as needing psychology field experience to complement the student’s academic training. Course is graded pass/fail. A special application procedure is required and must be completed the semester prior to starting the internship.
Credits: 3 to 12
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PSYC 472 - Internship Evaluation and Analysis
Research, evaluation, and analytical analysis of internship experiences. Prearrange one semester before enrollment.
Credits: 1 to 3
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PSYC 482 - Readings in Psychology
Readings in psychology.
Prerequisite: 12 credits in psychology and instructor’s permission.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 498 - Seminar: Psychology
Selected topics in psychology.
Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 554 - Independent Studies: Psychology
An opportunity for students to organize and conduct research projects of their own choice with the help of faculty supervision.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 554G - Independent Studies: Psychology
An opportunity for students to organize and conduct research projects of their own choice with the help of faculty supervision.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits: 1 to 3
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ROML 490 - Romance Language Capstone Experience
This course is a culminating experience in which students demonstrate skills and knowledge developed during their experience in the Romance Language major. The Romance Language student researches, writes, and revises an extensive research paper under the supervision of a member of the Romance Language faculty. The capstone topic selected directly relates to the language, literature, culture, history, and/or civilization of at least two different Romance languages and the societies or civilizations they represent. Students present the results of their research in a public forum at the end of the semester. To be taken during one of the final two semesters of the major.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Romance Language Major remediation plans (if applicable), successful completion of LING 315 - Structure and History of Romance Languages and consent of instructor who provides access to registering for the course.
Credits: 2
NOTE:
* This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
** This is a writing-enhanced course.
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