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NSPS 6643 - Seminar in Sensitive Evaluation, Techniques, Safegaurds, and Countermeasures
Prerequisite: NSPS 6612 . The analysis and study of the uses of classified techniques in national security programs, using the principles and techniques of the Integrated Studies in Safegaurds and Countermeasure Designs course.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6644 - Cross-Impact Analysis: National Security Future Issues
This course is an advanced examination of the uses that can be made of the Cross-Impact Analysis methodology. Non-traditional, problem-solving evaluation of national security issues will be utilized. Emphasis will be on estimating the likelihood and nature of anticipated events that may influence projected factors. A multidisciplinary approach will be utilized. The focus of the course will be on the implementation of empirically derived strategies in the analysis of national security future issues.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6645 - National Security: Issues in Deception
To achieve and sustain high-performance during our National Security enterprise requires focus, discipline and imagination. It also requires thoughtful oversight, visionary leadership and highly effective administration.The purpose of the new certificate is to provide students and security professionals with the opportunity to expand their knowledge and technology skills.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6646 - The Structure of National Security Decisions
This graduate level course provides a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the intuitive, structured and deliberative nature of national security decisions. A global context, the limitations of the human mind along with political and organizational pressures combine to challenge national security decision makers. The purpose of this course is to bias the odds of a wise decision in the decision-makers favor. Lecture, discussion, a writing assignment and several individual and team presentations will be among the teaching methods used. In addition, several partially structured, student-led case studies will be presented to drive the discussions.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6647 - The Economics of National Security
This far-reaching course explores the fundamental economic national security questions facing our society. How much of our national wealth is allocated currently to help ensure our national security? How and by whom is our national security budget determined? What is a life worth? How can a more cost-effective national security budget be achieved? These and other economic questions will be explored in this far-reaching examination of national security economics.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6648 - Achieving Excellence in National Security Administration
This graduate course consists of a survey of the methods used by effective private sector managers and administrators to help ensure that their organizations achieve consistently high levels of performance. This survey will be supplemented by focused conversations about how these well researched and practical methods could be applied to administrative challenges within the American national security enterprise. Includes lecture, discussion, and student-led case studies.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6650 - National Security: Policy and Strategy
A foundational inquiry into national security policy and strategy which examines the structure, role, and processes employed by the government as well as agencies, departments, and sectors that comprise the aggregate national security community. Students will gain an understanding of the national security strategy and policy processes and their relationship to national security operations, decision making, and architecture.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6651 - A Study of Designated Approving Authorities Criteria
This course provides comprehensive coverage of the elements pertaining to a study of designated approving criteria in NSTISSI Standard 4012 and analyzes the information security functions of the designated approving authority.
1 credit hours.
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NSPS 6652 - System Administration in Information Systems Security
This course provides comprehensive coverage of the elements pertaining to a study of System Administration in Information Security as promulgated by NSTISSI Standard 4013 and analyzes the performance standards of system administrators.
1 credit hours.
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NSPS 6653 - Information Systems Security Officers
This courses provides comprehensive coverage of the elements pertaining to a study of Information Systems Security Officers as promulgated by NSTISSI Standard 4013 (E_ and analyzes the performance standards for the information system security officer at the entry, intermediate, and advanced levels.
1 credit hours.
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NSPS 6654 - Information System Approval and Certification
This course provides comprehensive coverage of the elements pertaining to the approval process for Information Systems and certifying authorities as designated by NSTISSI Standard 4015 and analyzes the INFOSEC functions of system certifiers.
1 credit hours.
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NSPS 6668 - Weapons of Mass Destruction I:Chemical&Biological Agents
An in-depth analysis of technological issues protecting the public from biological and chemical agents that may be used as weapons of mass destruction (WMD)
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6669 - Weapons of Mass Destruction II:Radiological Agents
Radiological materials pose a serious national security concern. This course will provide an in-depth analysis of the scientific, technological, and policy issues involved in providing protection from the misuse of these agents.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6670 - Special Topics
A study of selected issues of particular interest to the students and instructor. May be taken more than once.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6680 - Research Methds in National Security
An introduction to social science research methods used in national security for purposes of undertaking intelligence analysis. Students will become familiar with basic types of research design; open source vs. classified research material, and will be exposed to qualitative and quantitative evaluation methods.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6690 - Research Project I
Individual guidance on a research endeavor.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6691 - Research Project II
Prerequisite: NSPS 6690 Individual guidance on a research endeavor. NULL
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6693 - National Security Internship I
The student's formal educational development will be complemented by field placement experience in various security settings or agencies. Accepted candidates are placed on summer assignments within an element (agency or industry) of the U.S. Government's national security program. Field experience is supervised by designated agency and department personnel.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6694 - National Security Internship II
Prerequisite: NSPS 6693 . The student's formal educational development will be complemented by field placement experience in various security settings or agencies. Field experience is supervised by designated agency and department personnel.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6695 - Independent Study
A directed independent learning experience, the topic and format to be agreed upon by the student and supervising faculty.
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6697 - Thesis I
Prerequisite: 15 graduate credits and approval of the instructor. Periodic meetings and discussions of the individual student's progress toward the completion of the thesis. Includes review of the literature, methodology (research design, survey instrument development, etc). Minimum of six credits required (NSP697 and NSPS 6698 ; NSPS 6699 optional at the discretion of the instructor).
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6698 - Thesis II
Prerequisite: 15 graduate hours. Approval of the instructor. Periodic meetings and discussions of the individual student's progress toward the completion of the thesis. This will include review of the literature, methodology (research design, survey instrument development, etc). Minimum of six credits required (NSPS 6697 and NSP 698; NSPS 6699 optional at the discretion of the instructor).
3 credit hours.
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NSPS 6699 - Thesis III
Prerequisite: 15 graduate credits. Periodic meetings and discussions of the individual student's progress toward the completion of the thesis. This includes review of the literature, methodology (research design, survey instrument development, etc.). Minimum of six credits required (NSPS 6697 and NSPS 6698 ; NSP 699 optional at the discretion of the instructor).
3 credit hours.
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Nutrition |
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NUTR 6001 - Human Nutrition Internship Seminar I
A two-week orientation to the professional role of the dietetic intern prior to beginning rotations during 1200 hours of supervised practice. Topics include supervised practice procedures and forms, rotations, assignments, learning assessment, registration exam review materials, professional practice, medical terminology and abbreviations, food/medication interactions, library resources, public policy, career planning, nutrition care process, and overview of clinical conditions and medical nutrition therapy for cardiovascular disease, oncology, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, renal disease, etc.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6002 - Human Nutrition Internship Seminar II
Prerequisite: NUTR 6001 . This course is the second part of a three-course series. Topics include continued discussion of supervised practice experiences, evaluation forms, and progress reports from area preceptors. Lecture content includes public policy impacts upon nutrition and food systems, gastrointestinal and liver diseases, nutrition counseling and billing for nutrition services, art of interviewing, overview of sustainable food systems, and continued review of registration exam content areas for registered dietitians.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6003 - Human Nutrition Internship Seminar III
Prerequisite: NUTR 6002 . This course is the third part of a three-course series. Topics include continued discussion of supervised practice experiences, evaluation forms, and progress reports from area preceptors. Lecture content includes public policy impacts on nutrition and food systems, licensure or certification requirements for practice in home states of dietetic interns, practice interviewing, final review of resumes, cover letters, final reflection of competency areas, and final review of registration exam content areas for registered dietitians.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6601 - Nutritional Biochemistry I: Fundamentals
Prerequisite: undergraduate course in organic chemistry or introductory biochemistry. Lectures examine the structures, properties, and metabolism of four major classes of bio-organics (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins/amino acids, nucleic acids/nucleotides) with special attention to their biologic roles and nutritional aspects of their metabolism.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6602 - Nutritional Biochemistry II: Applications
Prerequisite:NUTR 6601 . Lectures emphasize integration and control of metabolic pathways and also survey certain areas of biochemistry and molecular biology with their interconnections with genetics, disease, and patient management, including dietary modifications.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6603 - Nutritional Physiology
Prerequisites: undergraduate course in organic chemistry or introductory biochemistry plus a course in human physiology or cell biology. Selected tissue/organ systems and their specific relation to nutrition. Overview of renal physiology, the endocrine system, essentials of gastrointestinal tract physiology, cardiovascular system, excitable tissues (nerve and muscle), cell physiology, cell membranes, and transport functions.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6604 - Vitamin Metabolism
Study and integration of the chemistry, biochemistry, physiology, pharmacology, and nutritional aspects of vitamin metabolism in humans. Chemical nomenclature, structure-function relationships; structural analogs and antagonists; methods and principles of measurement and assessment of status; food sources; digestion; absorption; transport; tissue uptake and distribution; intracellular metabolism; storgage; excretion; biochemical function(s); correlation of clinical features of excess and deficiency with metabolic roles; vitamin-nutrient and vitamin-drug interactions; the role of vitamins in therapeutics and prophylaxis.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6605 - Mineral Metabolism
Study and integration of the chemistry, biochemistry, physiology, and nutritional aspects of mineral metabolism in humans. Chemical forms; structural analogs and antagonists; methods and principles of measurement and assessment of status; food sources; digestion; factors influencing bioavailability; absorption; transport; tissue uptake and distribution; intracellular metabolism; storage; excretion; biochemical function(s); correlation of clinical features of excess and deficiency with metabolic roles; mineral-nutrient and mineral-drug interactions; and the role of minerals in therapeutics and prophylaxis.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6606 - Cell and Molecular Biology of Human Nutrition
Prerequisite: NUTR 6601 or permission of instructor. The relationship of nutritional science to the flow of information from DNA to protein. DNA replication, mutation, control of transcription and translation, signal transduction, the cell cycle, and genetic engineering.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6609 - Research Methodology in Nutrition
This course focuses on understanding the methods of nutrition research. Topics include advantages/disadvantages of various study designs; tools used in dietary assessment; measurement and interpretation; concepts and applications in nutrition from biostatistics and epidemiology.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6610 - Nutrition and Disease I
Discussion of certain disorders having nutritional implications; particular emphasis on the etiology and pathogenesis (including dietary factors), as well as diagnosis and treatment approaches (past and current). Rationales for inclusion of dietary alterations in the prophylactic and therapeutic approaches. Disorders include renal disease and hypertension; atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease; energy balance, obesity, and eating disorders; cancer.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6611 - Nutrition and Disease II
Discussion of nutritionally related disorders: diabetes mellitus; gastrointestinal disorders, hepatobilary disease; acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS); arthritis; osteoporosis; trauma and infection in the critically ill; other disorders, depending on significance and student interest.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6612 - Nutrition and Health: Contemporary Issues and Controversies
Prerequisite: NUTR 6605 . Application of nutritional science to the maintenance of good health and body function after childhood. Topics will vary with student/faculty interests and current issues in nutritional science.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6613 - Maternal and Child Nutrition
Prerequisite: NUTR 6605 or permission of program director. Physiology of pregnancy; maternal nutrition and outcomes of preganancy, at-risk pregnancies: teratogens and teratogenic effect of nutrient deficiency or excess; nutrition and lactation, breast milk vs. formulas; nutrition and fertility; nutrition in growth and development; infant feeding and nutrition; nutrient needs of children.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6614 - Public Health Nutrition and Assessment
Interface between nutritional science and the broad area known as public health. Quantity, quality, and safety of the food supply; food additives and labeling; regulatory agencies; research approaches to food, nutrition, and disease; procedures used in nutritional assessment of individuals.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6615 - Nutrition and Exercise for Performance and Health
Prerequisites: introductory lecture course in biochemistry plus anatomy and physiology. The role of nutrition and physical activity in health promotion, disease prevention, and sports performance. Topics include exercise energetics, physiological responses, and training adaptations; ergogenic aids for performance enhancement; assessment of body composition and physical fitness; behavioral management for exercise adherence; effectiveness of physical activity on chronic disease prevention and treatment; and development of exercise prescriptions for clinical populations.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6633 - Nutritional Genomics
Prerequisite: MB 606 or permission of Instructor. The course introduces the principles of how to apply genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics and bioinformatics to human nutrition in order to understand how individual genetic variation can influence the assimilation and metabolism of nutrition and how nutrition can affect the expression of certain genes known to be involved in chronic diseases. Novel genomic research tools which can study the effect of nutrition on different signaling pathwaqys and dietary sensors will be discussed. Using the information from the latest genomic research, clinical dietary strategies for the prevention of the development of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes and cancer will be introducted.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6670 - Selected Topics
Prerequisite: 15 graduate hours or permission of program director. A study of selected issues of particular interest to the students and instructor.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6690 - Research Project
Prerequisite: 15 graduate hours or permission of program coordinator. Independent research/project carried out under the supervision of a faculty advisor and resulting in a written research report in the area of human nutrition.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6693 - Human Nutrition Internship I
Prerequisites: enrollment in graduate study at the University of New Haven, concurrent completion of a 1200-hour, dietetic internship program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and instructor permission. This course encompasses 400 supervised practice hours to meet core competencies for the RD according to ACEND standards.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6694 - Human Nutrition Internship II
Prerequisites: enrollment in graduate study at the University of New Haven, concurrent completion of a 1200-hour, dietetic internship program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and instructor permission. This course encompasses 400 supervised practice hours to meet core competencies for the RD according to ACEND standards.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6695 - Independent Study
Prerequisite: 15 graduate hours or permission of program coordinator. A planned program of individual study under the supervision of a member of the faculty.
3 credit hours.
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NUTR 6696 - Human Nutrition Internship III
Prerequisites: enrollment in graduate study at the University of New Haven, concurrent completion of a 1200-hour, dietetic internship program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and instructor permission. This course encompasses 400 supervised practice hours to meet core competencies for the RD according to ACEND standards.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6605 - Survey of Community Psychology
An examination of historical roots and current concepts. A social-problems approach to psychological dysfunction, emphasizing models of social support, prevention, and community, as well as strategies of empowerment and social change.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6607 - Special Problems in Community Psychology
Theory and practice of community psychology with selected problems, populations, and settings. Emphasis on human service issues and challenges in the region.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6608 - Psychometrics and Statistics
Prerequisite: intermediate undergraduate course in statistics. Comprehensive introduction to fundamental conceptual and technical aspects of measurement and psychological description of individuals. In-depth treatment of statistical issues such as advanced correlation and regression techniques using SPSSx statistical software to enhance understanding of key concepts. Emphasis on application of measurement and statistics to psychological assessment in field settings.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6609 - Research Methods
Prerequisite: PSYC 6608 . Introduction to analytic concepts pertinent to sampling techniques, research design, variable control, and criterion definition. Basic problems of measurement, research paradigms, sources of error in research implementation, problems of variable identification and control, and consideration of the logic of inference.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6610 - Program Evaluation
Prerequisite: PSYC 6609 . A systematic study of the processes involved in planning, implementation, and impact of organizational programs. The focus is on action research strategies that integrate the entire evaluation process.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6611 - Individual Intervention Seminar
An examination of strategies for providing direct services to individuals within the context of formal and informal networks of social and community support. Includes the nature of the dyadic relationship, development of therapeutic and case management skills, professional ethics, and supervision. Applications to a wide range of problems, populations, and settings.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6612 - Consultation Seminar
An examination of the consultation process. Includes the role of the consultant, stages of consultation, the development of consulting skills, and political/ethical issues. Different approaches to consultation practice are analyzed, along with their associated interventions.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6613 - Systems Intervention Seminar
An examination of the dynamics of planned, system-level change in the field of human services. The distinctive characteristics of human service organizations are analyzed; and an overall intervention model is developed, applied, and discussed. Of special interest to those with responsibilities in program planning and implementation.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6614 - Individual Intervention Fieldwork
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Supervised field training in the provision of direct services to individual clients. Supervision is jointly provided by the field setting and the psychology department. Students must be available for at least one day per week.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6615 - Consultation Fieldwork
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Supervised field training in the development of consultation skills. Supervision is jointly provided by the field setting and the psychology department. Students must be available for at least one day per week.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6616 - Systems Intervention Fieldwork
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Supervised field training in program planning and development. Supervision is jointly provided by the field setting and the psychology department. Students must be available for at least one day per week.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6617 - Career Counseling and Development
An overview of theories, processes, and determinants of occupational choice and career development. The history and current trends of career development theories and vocational counseling are discussed. Consideration is given to both developmental and contextual factors which influence career decisions. Special emphasis is devoted to techniques of appraisal for career counseling, including the use of interviews, tests, and work simulations. In addition to class lectures, students will have the opportunity to take several self-report instruments and work on case study materials.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6619 - Organizational Behavior
Analysis of various theories of business and managerial behavior emphasizing the business organization and its internal processes. Psychological factors in business and industry, including motivation, incentives, and conflict. A study of research findings relevant to an understanding and prediction of human behavior in organizations.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6620 - Industrial Psychology
Prerequisite: PSYC 6608 or QANL 6604 or permission of instructor. Psychological theories and research applied to typical human resource functions in organizations. Topics include selection and placement, job analysis and competency modeling, training and development, performance appraisal, compensation, and human resource planning.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6621 - Behavior Modification I: Principles, Theories, and Applications
Theory and research in behavior modification. Aversive learning, desensitization, operant conditioning. Applications in clinical and nonclinical settings.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6623 - Psychology of the Small Group
Analyses of the behavior and interaction of people in mutual gratification groups, committees, work groups, and clubs.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6624 - Experiential Self-Analytic Group
This experiential group develops understanding of group and interpersonal dynamics through analysis of ongoing interaction and improves participants' interpersonal abilities relevant to organizational consulting and diagnosis.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6625 - Life Span Developmental Psychology
In-depth exploration of normal and abnormal development through the life cycle. Emphasis on childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and later years. Developmental impact of family, neighborhood schooling, work, culture. Issues of class, ethnicity, gender, age, etc. Applications of theory and research to community treatment and prevention.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6626 - Worker Well Being
This course provides an overview of the frameworks, theories, critical issues, and practices associated with the psychological well being of people in the workplace. The study of worker well-being, a sub-area of occupational health psychology, includes topics such as work-life integration, alternative employment schedules and employment relationships, antecedents,moderators and consequences of work stress, and organizational interventions to facilitate the health and well-being of workers in organizations
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6628 - The Interview
The interview as a tool for information gathering, diagnoses, mutual decision making, and behavior change. Use of role playing provides the student with insights into nuances of interpersonal relationships. Applications to selection, counseling, and other situations.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6629 - Introduction to Psychotherapy and Counseling
Theory, research, and practice of psychotherapy and counseling. Examination of the assumptions, roles, and processes of the therapeutic relationship.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6632 - Group Counseling
The course addresses major concepts, theoretical perspective, professional issues, and skills related to effective group counseling. In this class students will explore the functions of group counseling in meeting clients' needs. Emphases will be placed on principles of group counseling and on the development of group membership and leadership skills by your participation in class role plays and in an experiential group. Additionally, students will learn about group work with multicultural of diverse clients. Issues pertaining to group leadership, ethics, and work with special populations will also be addressed..
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6633 - Family Therapy
This course addresses major concepts, theoretical perspectives, professional issues, and skills related to family therapy. Students will explore the functions of family therapy in meeting clients' needs and the advantages and disadvantages of family therapy compared to individual therapy. The key issue of communication patterns within families is examined through selected readings and in-class role-playing.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6634 - Personality Assessment
A critical survey of the theories and issues of personality assessment. Includes intelligence, achievement, and ability assessment. Personality tests and ethical questions associated with psychological testing. Laboratory fee required.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6635 - Psychological Tests and Measurements in Industry
Prerequisite: PSYC 6608 or permission of instructor. Theories, assumptions, and constraints underlying construction and application of psychological tests and measures in industry. Emphasis on selection, validation, and interpretation of appropriate standardized tests and surveys for specific applications in organizations such as employment testing and employee attitude assessment.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6636 - Abnormal Psychology
Etiological factors in psychopathology dynamics and classification of neuroses, psychophysiologic conditions, psychoses, personality disorders, organic illness, developmental disorders, and childhood diseases.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6638 - Psychology of Communication and Opinion Change
Characteristics of the source, the situation, and the content of messages, along with other variables influencing attitudinal modification. Cognitive factors and social settings in attitude change.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6640 - Industrial Motivation and Morale
Prerequisite: PSYC 6619 . The meaning of work, theories of motivation, values and expectations, performance and reinforcement, job satisfaction and motivation, pay as an incentive, interventions to increase work motivation.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6641 - Personnel Development and Training
Identification of skills and developmental needs, from both organizational and individual perspectives. Techniques for assessment and development of skills, especially at the managerial level. Training approaches. Evaluation of training efforts.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6642 - Organizational Change and Development
Prerequisite: PSYC 6619 or MGMT 6637 . The nature of organizational development, intervention by third-party consultation, change in organizational structure and role relationhips, evaluation of change efforts, participation, conformity, and deviation.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6643 - The Psychology of Conflict Management I
The constructive management of conflict at the individual, corporate, and multicultural levels. Theories on the etiology of conflict as well as various conflict resolution models. The role of communication and perspective-taking in the constructive resolution of conflict. Students will learn how to manage more constructively their own personal conflicts as well as conflicts occuring at the corporate and multicultural levels.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6644 - Performance Appraisal Systems
Theory and applications associated with performance appraisal systems in organizations. Topics include setting relevant performance goals, the performance review session, coaching and counseling, multisource feedback, and rewards and recognition. Emphasis is on the development and implementation of valid and effective appraisal systems.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6645 - Seminar in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Prerequisites: PSYC 6609 and PSYC 6619 . An examination of the professional psychologist at work in organizations. Regular subjects include measurement methods, prediction, validation, selection, training and employee assistance programs, group dynamics, organizational change, stress, performance appraisal. Practitioners in business, industry, research organizations, and government will provide insights into the application of psychological principles and methods.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6646 - The Psychology of Negotiation and Mediation
Students will be trained in basic negotiation and mediation skills with supervised practice of these skills. Skill development will enable students to resolve conflicts more effectively as well as help build the tools necessary for those interested in becoming mediators or organizational consultants specializing in conflict management.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6647 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology in Global Settings
Prerequisites: PSYC 6619 and PSYC 6620 , or permission of instructor. Surveys the science and practice of international industrial and organizational psychology. Introduces current perspectives and applications on topics including multinational work teams, selection and training of expatriates, leadership behavior, performance improvement and rewards across cultures, and individual cross-cultural similarities and differences. Focuses on comparisons with corresponding U.S. systems.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6656 - Abnormal Psychology in Forensic Populations
Prerequisites: undergraduate or graduate course in Abnormal Psychology, and CJST 6601 This is an advanced course in mental disorders associated with prisons and other forensic practice. Emphasis is on disorders involving violent and predatory behavior including personality disorders, psychosis, pedophilia, and other sexual paraphilias. Special emphasis on psychopathy, psychopathology, and criminal behavior. Well-known forensic cases will be examined. This course is a prerequisite for all other courses in the Forensic Psychology sequence (See also CJST 6646 ).
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6657 - Forensic Assessment
Prerequisites: PSYC 6656 . This course will review the spectrum of assessment methods used in evaluation and treatment in inmate and forensic settings. Various techniques of forensic interviewing will be examined. Emphasis on ability to assess violence and risk will be included. Students will come to understand the strengths and limitations of a wide variety of forensic assessment methods. Additional attention will be given regarding techniques to assess malingering. (See also CJST 6647 ).
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6658 - Forensic Treatment Models
Prerequisite: PSYC 6657 . This course will examine various mental health treatment modalities, with particular emphasis on treatment for patients/inmates in the forensic system. Psychopharmacology, group therapy, cognitive techniques, community-based management, faith-based approaches, and social skills training will be covered. Treatment of insanity acquittees, incompetent-to-stand-trail patients, inmates, juvenile offenders, psychopaths, and sex offenders will be examined. Management of high-risk forensic populations will be covered. Particular emphasis will be on current research findings regarding the effectiveness of these approaches with forensic populations. (See also CJST 6648 .)
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6660 - Contemporary Issues in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Prerequisite: 9 hours in psychology or consent of the instructor. In-depth investigation of topical trends and areas of concern in industrial/organizational psychology. Topics may include, but are not limited to, the impact of EEOC regulations on selection and promotion; assessment centers; the psychosocial effects of globalization, rapid technological innovation, use of human capital analytics to facilitate critical thinking about human behavior in the workplace; diversity and cross-cultural competence in the workplace. Content will be stated at the time the course is scheduled. May be taken twice.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6670 - Selected Topics
A study of selected issues of particular interest to students and instructor. May be taken more than once.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6678 - Practicum I
For students already employed full-time. A job-related research project is carried out under faculty supervision.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6679 - Practicum II
Prerequisite: PSYC 6678 A continuation of Practicum I.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6693 - Organizational Internship I
For students without experience at the managerial or supervisory level. Under faculty supervision, the student engages in field experience in an industrial setting and produces a comprehensive project report analyzing the internship experience.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6694 - Organizational Internship II
Prerequisite: PSYC 6693 A continuation of Organizational Internship I.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6695 - Individual Intensive Study I
Prerequisites: completion of required courses or 24 graduate hours and written approval of department chair. Provides the graduate student with the opportunity to delve more deeply into a particular area of study under faculty supervision.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6696 - Individual Intensive Study II
A continuation of Individual Intensive Study I.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6698 - Thesis I
Prerequisites: completion of all required courses or 24 graduate hours and written approval of department chair. Periodic meetings and discussions of the individual student's progress in the preparation of a thesis.
3 credit hours.
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PSYC 6699 - Thesis II
Prerequisite: PSYC 6698 A continuation of Thesis I.
3 credit hours.
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PADM 6601 - Principles of Public Administration
The development, organization, functions, and problems of national, state, and local governmental administration.
3 credit hours.
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PADM 6602 - Public Policy Formulation and Implementation
The relationship between public administration and the formulation of public policy is studied. The implementation of public policy by administrators based on the politics of the administrator is examined in terms of interaction between various group representatives such as legislators, politicians, and pressure-group leaders.
3 credit hours.
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PADM 6604 - Communities and Social Change
Interactions among the community as a social organization and education, police, and welfare institutions within it; special attention to conceptual frameworks and current research or action programs that particularly affect minority groups.
3 credit hours.
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PADM 6611 - Research Methods in Public Administration
Recommended prerequisite: undergraduate course in quantitative methods or introductory statistics. Designed to familiarize administrators with the tools and potentialities of social research and to assist them in the presentation, interpretation, and application of research data.
3 credit hours.
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PADM 6620 - Personnel Administration and Collective Bargaining in the Public Sector
Recommended prerequisite: PADM 6601 . Study of the civil service systems in the United States and the state governments, including a systematic review of the methods of recruitment, promotion, discipline, control, and removal. Explores the effects on work relationships of collective bargaining statutes which have been adopted by legislatures. Emphasis is placed on collective bargaining case studies from state and local governments and hospitals.
3 credit hours.
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PADM 6625 - Administrative Behavior
Recommended prerequisite: PADM 6601 . The problems faced by an administrator in dealing with interpersonal relationships and human processes. Analysis of individual and group behavior in various governmental and business settings to determine the administrative action for the promotion of desired work performance. Emphasis given to the public sector. Participation in actual problem situation discussions and case studies.
3 credit hours.
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