Psychology

This is an advanced political science course that examines the changing power relationship between Congress and the American Presidency. The course will look at the traditional powers the legislative and the executive branch enjoy and how the relationship between the two branches of government has shifted over the years. Term Offered: As needed

The course is the study of the governmental decision-making processes based on the administration of the political agenda. The connection of public policy to the legislative and electoral process will be discussed. Prerequisite: PHI105 Term Offered: As needed

This course introduces students to the role of state and local governments in formulating policy. The course examines the federalist system that disperses power and responsibility among federal, state, and local governments. It will additionally study the changing nature of those roles and the future of state and local governments in administering federal programs. Prerequisite: LGS180 Term Offered: As needed

This course is an analysis of the decision-making structure and processes of American national government. Discussion will include the role of political parties and interest groups and the formation of public policy. Controversies of select public policies such as: foreign policy, defense, health and welfare, civil liberties, and civil rights will be analyzed. Prerequisite: POL200 or POL250 Term Offered: As needed

This course is designed to be a broad survey to expose students to the major areas of psychology and to foster a basic understanding of the concepts and vocabulary of the study. Topics will include the history of psychology, the ethics of psychology study, the biological basis of behavior, the nature of perception, and the states of consciousness, learning, memory, cognition, and mental abilities, motivation and emotion, personalities, disorders, among others. Terms Offered: FL, SP

A study of childhood development from the prenatal period through adolescence. The practical aspects of child rearing are stressed. Special emphasis is placed on normal physical, social, and psychosocial growth so the student can recognize normal development as well as deviations from the normal. Terms Offered: As needed

In this course, the student studies the behavioral and psychological factors associated with medical illness, pain, and disability. Emphasis is placed on the psychological adjustment of an individual and the family to the changes in lifestyle that come about because of medical illness/disability. Methods used to motivate and impact behavior change in the treatment of these individuals are also emphasized. Students will discuss and develop sensitivity for persons with disability, cultural, and socioeconomic differences. Terms Offered: As needed