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PEAC 1274 - Advanced Weight Training
(2LB)(1CR) A continuation of PEAC 1273 . This course is designed for students who want to set up an individualized program for large muscle activity and cardiovascular development.
Prerequisites: PEAC 1273 or permission of the instructor.
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PEAC 1275 - Circuit Training
(2LB)(1CR) Introduces basics of circuit training and develops improvements in cardiovascular endurance, body composition, flexibility, muscular endurance, and strength.
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PEAC 1279 - Tae Kwon Do II
(2LB)(1CR) Tae Kwon Do is a martial art that teaches the mental training and techniques of unarmed combat for self-defense as well as health involving the skilled application of punches, kicks, blocks, and dodges with bar hands and feet to neutralize opponents.
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PEAC 1281 - Fly Fishing
(2LB)(1CR) This is an introductory course in techniques and skills essential to fly-fishing. Class will be conducted in the classroom, gym and the outdoor environment. The course will include field trips to local fishing areas. All fish caught during class will be released.
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PEAC 1287 - Rock Climbing
(2LB)(1CR) An introductory course in technical rock climbing conducted at an indoor climbing gym with a field trip to a local outdoor climbing area.
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PEAC 1294 - Yoga
(2LB)(1CR) A basic course in yoga covering the yoga postures, some breath work, meditation and relaxation. A basic yoga class will go a long way toward retaining optimal health.
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PEAC 1401 - Modern Dance 1A
(3LB)(1CR)
This course is an introduction to the principles and techniques of Modern Dance. Dancers will focus on technique, terminology and the execution of the basic steps, as well as the discovery of movement in space and time. This class will serve the student as a study in exploration of the basic ideas of Modern Dance.
Cross-listed: DANC 1401
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PEAC 1430 - Modern Dance I
(3LB)(1CR) This course will be an introduction to the principles and techniques of Modern Dance. Dancers will focus on technique, terminology, and the execution of the basic steps, as well as the discovery of movement in space and time.
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PEAC 1680 - Extreme Fitness
(2LB)(1CR) This course is designed to give students an understanding of the importance of physical fitness, cardiovascular conditioning, muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility.
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PEAC 2001 - Physical Fitness and Wellness I
(2LB)(1CR) [E] This physical education activity course is open to all students. It is designed as an open laboratory to accommodate each student’s needs. Emphasis is placed in three areas of physical fitness: strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. Pin select weight machines will be used in circuit training concept to develop more effectively one’s level of physical fitness. Free weights are also available. Orientation for the class is required.
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PEAC 2002 - Physical Fitness and Wellness II
(2LB)(1CR) This physical education activity course is open to all students. It is designed as an open laboratory to accommodate each student’s needs. Emphasis is placed in three areas of physical fitness: strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. Pin select weight machines will be used in circuit training concept to develop more effectively one’s level of physical fitness. Free weights are also available. Orientation for the class is required.
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PEAC 2003 - Physical Fitness and Wellness III
(2LB)(1CR) This physical education activity course is open to all students. It is designed as an open laboratory to accommodate each student’s needs. Emphasis is placed in three areas of physical fitness: strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. Pin select weight machines will be used in circuit training concept to develop more effectively one’s level of physical fitness. Free weights are also available. Orientation for the class is required.
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PEAC 2004 - Physical Fitness and Wellness IV
(2LB)(1CR) This physical education activity course is open to all students. It is designed as an open laboratory to accommodate each student’s needs. Emphasis is placed in three areas of physical fitness: strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. Pin select weight machines will be used in circuit training concept to develop more effectively one’s level of physical fitness. Free weights are also available. Orientation for the class is required.
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PEAC 2005 - Personal Fitness
Audit only course. Designed as open laboratory to accommodate each student’s needs. Emphasis on strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. Universal equipment used in circuit training concept. Free weights also available.
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PEAC 2007 - Express Fitness
(2LB)(1CR) This physical education activity course is designed as an open laboratory to allow each student the benefit of setting his or her own schedule. Emphasis is placed in four areas of physical fitness: muscle strength, muscle endurance, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. The Fitness Center contains aerobic equipment, a universal circuit, and free weights to develop more effectively one’s level of physical fitness. The student is responsible for meeting the minimum exercise standards in order to receive credit. All students must complete an orientation and initial meeting prior to starting their program.
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PEAC 2013 - Scuba Certification
(2LB)(1CR) Safe diving procedures, proper use of scuba equipment, and dive tables. The course is presented in three segments: lectures, pool, and open water dives. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, the student will be certified in accordance with the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) for open water dives.
Prerequisites: instructor permission only.
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PEAC 2031 - Intermediate Western and Social Dance
(2LB)(1CR) This course is a continuation of PEAC 1031 . We build on the fundamentals learned in the beginning class and add some intermediate patterns. Some new dances such as the night club two step, cha-cha, West coast swing and others will be covered.
Prerequisites: PEAC 1031 .
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PEAC 2044 - Tae Kwon Do III
(2LB)(1CR) An intermediate course in the art of Tae Kwon Do. Teaches the mental training and techniques of unarmed combat for self-defense.
Prerequisites: PEAC 1279 .
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PEAC 2050 - Intermediate Tennis
(2LB)(1CR) Continuation of the basic skills and techniques of tennis. Students will learn strategies of singles and doubles play. Beginning tennis not a requirement if the student has prior tennis experience.
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PEAC 2053 - Intermediate Bowling
(2LB)(1CR) Online course for the intermediate to advanced bowler who does not need hands on instruction for practice. Material covered will include terminology, bowling history, bowling strategies, and game variations. Students will also be required to participate in bowling activities which must be signed off by a staff member at their chosen location. Any fees associated with participation will be paid by the student.
Prerequisites: PEAC 1050 or instructor permission.
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PEAC 2054 - Tae Kwon Do IV
(2LB)(1CR) An intermediate course in the art of Tae Kwon Do. Teaches the mental training and techniques of unarmed combat for self-defense.
Prerequisites: PEAC 2044 .
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PEAC 2055 - Intermediate Golf
(2LB)(1CR) Online course for the intermediate to advanced golfer who does not need hands on instruction for practice. Material covered will include terminology, golf history, and basic to advanced rules and strategies of the game. Students will also be required to participate in golf activities which must be signed off by a staff member at their chosen location. Any fees associated with participation will be paid by the student.
Prerequisites: PEAC 1255 or instructor permission.
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PEAC 2084 - Outdoor Living Skills
(2LB)(1CR) An introductory course conducted in a back-country setting. Fitness Center orientation, a physical conditioning program, and classroom sessions are required prior to the trip.
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PEAT 1010 - Cheerleading
(2LB)(1CR) Current enrollment limited to cheerleaders. Selection is to be made at fall semester.
Prerequisites: permission of instructor.
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PEAT 1075 - Varsity Basketball I
(2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] Team competition with regular practice sessions.
Prerequisites: permission of instructor.
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PEAT 1076 - Varsity Basketball II
(2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] Team competition with regular practice sessions.
Prerequisites: permission of instructor.
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PEAT 1080 - Varsity Volleyball I
(2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] Team competition with regular practice sessions.
Prerequisites: permission of instructor.
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PEAT 1085 - Varsity Volleyball II
(2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] Team competition with regular practice sessions.
Prerequisites: permission of instructor.
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PEAT 2025 - Rodeo
(2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) Designed to prepare rodeo athletes for competition in the nine different rodeo events. Emphasis is put on improving and developing the techniques needed to perform in the rodeo arena along with instruction in the interpretation of the rules regulating all rodeo events.
Prerequisites: must become an active NIRA member and participate in all CRMR rodeos or have instructor’s approval.
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PEAT 2075 - Varsity Basketball III
(2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] Team competition with regular practice sessions.
Prerequisites: permission of instructor.
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PEAT 2076 - Varsity Basketball IV
(2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] Team competition with regular practice sessions.
Prerequisites: permission of instructor.
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PEAT 2080 - Varsity Volleyball III
(2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] Team competition with regular practice sessions.
Prerequisites: permission of instructor.
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PEAT 2085 - Varsity Volleyball IV
(2LB)(1CR) (Max. 4) [E] Team competition with regular practice sessions.
Prerequisites: permission of instructor.
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PEPR 1005 - Introduction to Physical Education and Sport
(2L)(2CR) [E] Provides a general concept of the meaning and interpretation of physical education, giving specific information for the professional student of physical education and the nature of the field, its professional opportunities, personal rewards and satisfactions, and requirements of a sound program of professional preparation.
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PEPR 1052 - Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries
(3L)(3CR) [E] Theory and practical application in the field of athletic training. Emphasizes prevention and care of athletic injuries, wrapping and taping techniques.
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PEPR 1056 - Introduction to Athletic Training
(3L)(3CR) Designed to introduce a career in athletic training. The purpose of this course is to provide the prospective athletic trainer with the skill and knowledge necessary to implement a risk management and preventative program for athletes and others involved in physical activity.
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PEPR 2012 - Physical Education for Elementary School
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) [E] Fundamental skills and principles of movement and the progressions as they would be presented in the elementary education program. Students have practical experience in participation and teaching. Includes rhythmics and dance, gymnastics, games, and sports skills.
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PEPR 2030 - Motor Learning
(3L)(3CR) Exploration and explanation of material and methods that underlie the learning and performance of motor skills.
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PEPR 2090 - Foundations of Athletic Coaching
(3L)(3CR) Provides prospective coaches with current information about scientific foundations of coaching: theory, methodology, administration, management, and psychology. Required for athletic coaching permit in Wyoming.
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PEPR 2091 - Athletic Officiating I
(1L, 2LB)(2CR) [E] For physical education majors wishing to acquaint themselves with the skills and techniques of officiating the major sports: football, basketball, volleyball and soccer.
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PEPR 2100 - Theory of Coaching: Volleyball
(2L)(2CR) Study of the skill analysis, strategy and training involved in coaching volleyball. Includes methods of coaching.
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PEPR 2110 - Human Physiology
(3L, 2LB)(4CR) Dual listing see ZOO 2110 for course description.
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PEPR 2135 - Personal Trainer Education
(3L)(3CR) This course introduces the student to the basic exploration and explanation of materials and methods that underlie the learning and performance of motor skills.
Prerequisites: BIOL 1000 , FCSC 1141 , ZOO 2040 , ZOO 2041 , and ZOO 2110 .
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PEPR 2150 - Theory of Coaching: Basketball
(2L)(2CR) Methods of coaching offense and defense, styles of play, strategy, training and diet, and rules of interpretation. (Fall semester.)
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PEPR 2460 - Field Experience (Physical Education)
(2-4LB) (1-2CR) Thirty hours per credit of hands-on experience observing/assisting/instructing in various physical education activities: swimming, fitness, gymnastics, adaptive physical education, elementary physical education and coaching.
Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
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PHIL 1000 - Introduction to Philosophy
(3L)(3CR) [E] An introduction to some of the main problems confronting the philosophical thinker, including those concerning truth, knowledge, language, morality, the existence of God, the nature of reality, freedom, and the meaning of life. Possible solutions to these problems will be considered.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1010
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PHIL 2300 - Ethics in Practice
(3L)(3CR) [E] An in-depth examination of the two seminal questions in ethics: What is happiness? How do you achieve it? Study includes works of major ancient and modern ethical thinkers and deductions of certain ethical principles by which we will judge contemporary ethical issues in medicine, business, environment, etc.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 .
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PHIL 2420 - Critical Thinking
(3L)(3CR) [E] The art of critical thinking: how to analyze logical arguments, to construct logical arguments, and to expose fallacies in fallacious reasoning.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 .
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PHIL 2490 - Topics: (Subtitle)
(2-3L) (2-3CR) (Max. 12) The course (with specific subtitles) will be offered periodically. Offerings include such courses as: philosophy of religion; philosophy of science; philosophy in literature; and aesthetics. A student may repeat this course under different subtitles to a maximum of 12 credit hours.
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PHTK 1000 - Calculations for Health Care
(1L)(1CR) A review of basic arithmetic, an introduction to the metric and apothecary systems, and computation of medication dosages.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Pharmacy Technology program or permission of the instructor. Students must have an ACT score of 21 or better if out of high school less than two years, a COMPASS placement score of 40 or better in the algebra placement domain, or have a “C” or better in MATH 0920.
PHTK 1005
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PHTK 1005 - Calculations for Health Care Laboratory
(2LB)(1CR) A laboratory to review basic arithmetic, an introduction to the metric and apothecary systems, and computation of medication dosages.
Prerequisites: Admission to the pharmacy technology program or permission of the instructor. Students must have an ACT score of 21 or better if out of high school less than two years, a COMPASS score of 40 or better, or have a “C” or better in MATH 0920 .
Concurrent enrollment in PHTK 1000 .
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PHTK 1500 - Introduction to Profession of Pharmacy
(1L)(1CR) This course will serve to give a basic knowledge of the profession of pharmacy as it has been practiced in the past, is practiced in the present, and predicts how it may be in the future.
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PHTK 1600 - Introduction to Pharmacy Operations I
(2L, 4LB)(4CR) This course introduces the student to the actual working of a pharmacy. Students are introduced and allowed to train towards the performance of operational procedures in the retail pharmacy setting. May be used as CE for licensed technicians.
Prerequisites: PHTK 1500 .
Concurrent enrollment in PHTK 1650 and PHTK 1710 .
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PHTK 1610 - Introduction to Pharmacy Operations II
(2L, 4LB)(4CR) This course introduces the student to the actual working of a pharmacy. Students are introduced and allowed to train towards the performance of operational procedures in the institutional pharmacy setting. May be used as CE for licensed technicians.
Prerequisites: PHTK 1600 .
Concurrent enrollment in PHTK 1630 , PHTK 1720 and PHTK 2971 .
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PHTK 1630 - Calculations for Compounding
(1L)(1CR) Application of basic mathematics as it applies to compounding and dispensing prescriptions.
Prerequisites: PHTK 1600 .
Concurrent enrollment in PHTK 1610 , PHTK 1720 and PHTK 2971 or permission of the instructor. May be used as CE for licensed technicians.
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PHTK 1650 - Pharmacy Law and Ethics
(2L)(2CR) Provides federal and state laws for pharmacy and sets the ethical standards for pharmacy technicians.
Prerequisites: PHTK 1500 .
Concurrent enrollment in PHTK 1600 and PHTK 1710 , or permission of the instructor. Maybe used as CE for licensed technicians.
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PHTK 1710 - Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Products I
(3L)(3CR) This course provides an introductory study of therapeutic drug categories which will involve not only a consideration of commonly used drugs, but also basic principles of pharmacology and pharmaceutics.
Prerequisites: admission to the Certificate or Associate of Science in pharmacy technology program or instructor permission.
Successful completion of PHTK 1500 or concurrent enrollment in PHTK 1500 , and concurrent enrollment in PHTK 1600 and PHTK 1650 . May be used as CE for licensed technicians.
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PHTK 1720 - Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Products II
(3L)(3CR) The course provides an introductory study of therapeutic drug categories which will involve not only a consideration of commonly used drugs, but also basic principles of pharmacology and pharmaceutics.
Prerequisites: PHTK 1710 .
Concurrent enrollment in PHTK 1610 , PHTK 1630 , PHTK 2971 , or permission of the instructor.
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PHTK 2971 - Introduction to Pharmacy Environment: Practicum I
(2L, 6LB)(5CR) Provides the study of the theory and the practical applications of procuring, manipulating and preparing drugs for dispensing in actual pharmacy environments or college laboratory.
Prerequisites: PHTK 1500 , PHTK 1600 , PHTK 1650 , PHTK 1710 , CMAP 1615 , and BOTK 1655 .
Concurrent enrollment in PHTK 1610 , PHTK 1630 , PHTK 1720 , or permission of the instructor.
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PHTK 2972 - Retail Pharmacy Tech: Practicum II
(2L, 6LB)(5CR) Provides practical application and integration of pharmacy skills in an actual retail pharmacy environment (on-the-job training).
Prerequisites: PHTK 1600 , PHTK 1610 , PHTK 1630 , PHTK 1720 , PHTK 2971 .
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PHTK 2973 - Pharmacy Tech: Practicum III
(2L, 6LB)(5CR) Provides practical application of pharmacy skills in acute care hospitals, ambulatory care, and long-term care in skilled facilities.
Prerequisites: PHTK 1600 , PHTK 1610 , PHTK 1630 , PHTK 1720 and PHTK 2971 .
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PHYS 1050 - Concepts of Physics
(3L, 3LB)(4CR) [E] One semester course for those students whose curricula call for an introduction to elementary physical concepts.
Prerequisites: MATH 0900 .
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PHYS 1090 - Fundamentals of Physical Universe
(3L, 2LB)(4CR) [E] One semester introduction to the physical sciences (physics and chemistry) designed only for students majoring in elementary education. (Does not qualify as a lab science for non-elementary education majors.)
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PHYS 1110 - General Physics I
(3L, 3LB)(4CR) [E] Designed for liberal arts, pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-law, and vocational and technical students. The subject matter is covered with less emphasis on derivations of formulas and more emphasis on the social significance of science and its applications to everyday life. Topics covered are fluids, mechanics, wave motion, and sound.
Prerequisites: MATH 1400 , or permission of instructor.
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PHYS 1120 - General Physics II
(3L, 3LB)(4CR) [E] Continuation of PHYS 1110 . Due to the use of concepts, definitions, and units studied in PHYS 1110 , it is recommended as a prerequisite for PHYS 1120. Topics covered are heat, light, electricity, and magnetism.
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PHYS 1310 - College Physics I
(4L, 2LB)(4CR) [E] First semester course in physics designed for those majoring in physics, engineering, mathematics, or physical sciences. Topics covered are mechanics and heat.
Prerequisites: MATH 2200 .
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PHYS 1320 - College Physics II
(4L, 2LB)(4CR) [E] Second semester course in physics designed for those majoring in physics, engineering, mathematics, or physical sciences. Topics covered are electricity and magnetism and wave motion.
Prerequisites: MATH 2205 concurrently and PHYS 1310 , or permission of the instructor.
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PHYS 2310 - Physics III: Waves and Optics
(4L, 2LB)(5CR) [E] Third semester course primarily for majors in physics, engineering, mathematics, and other sciences. Topics include resonance, wave equations, interference, diffraction, elementary Fourier Analysis, and optical instruments.
Prerequisites: PHYS 1320 concurrently and MATH 2205 .
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PHYS 2320 - Physics IV: Modern Physics
(4L, 2LB)(5CR) Fourth semester course primarily for majors in physics, engineering, mathematics, and other sciences. Topics include special relativity, quantum mechanics, nuclear and particle physics, wave-particle duality, Bohr Atom, and lasers.
Prerequisites: PHYS 1320 concurrently and MATH 2205 .
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POLS 1000 - American and Wyoming Government
(3L)(3CR) [E] The organization and nature of the American national government and Wyoming state government and their constitutional development. This course meets the statutory requirement for instruction in the constitutions of the United States and Wyoming.
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POLS 1010 - Survey of the U. S. and Wyoming Constitutions
(3L, *)(1CR) *A five-week module of lecture. A study of the Constitutions of the United States and Wyoming, and principles and ideals of American political institutions. This course satisfies the statutory requirement of instruction in the constitutions of the United States and Wyoming for Casper College, but does not meet requirements for the University of Wyoming.
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POLS 1020 - Issues in Foreign Relations I
(3L)(3CR) (BOCES class.) This year-long course entails an introduction to the concepts, institutions, and issues of contemporary foreign relations from the perspective of the United States. The focal point of the course are group analyses of selected prominent issues in the post-Cold War world, which will include extensive research, writing, discussions, and oral presentations of the groups’ findings.
Prerequisites: Application and permission of the instructor.
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POLS 1030 - Issues in Foreign Relations II
(3L)(3CR) (BOCES class.) This course is the second semester of the year-long seminar which entails an introduction to the concepts, institutions and issues of contemporary foreign relations from the perspective of the United States. The focal point of this course is the group research assignment.
Prerequisites: Application, POLS 1020 , and permission of the instructor.
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POLS 1200 - Non-Western Political Cultures
(3L)(3CR) [E] This course gives students an appreciation of non-Western political cultures and how these cultures have created different political institutions and practices. Non-Western nations of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East are used as case studies.
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POLS 2000 - Current Issues in American Government
(3L)(3CR) This course examines current political topics in the United States. It focuses on key public policy problems, the policy-making process and the final policy choice. Students must keep abreast of political events on a daily basis and apply basic concepts in American government to current affairs.
Prerequisites: POLS 1000 , or permission of the instructor.
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POLS 2200 - Politics of Europe
(3L)(3CR) [E] Examines formal and informal aspects of politics in Britain, other West European countries, and the European Union.
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POLS 2290 - Governments and Politics of Latin America
(3L)(3CR) This course studies chief cultural and historical factors influencing Latin American political process by drawing on six country case studies as well as regional information. It also surveys major institutions and political patterns of the region.
Prerequisites: POLS 1000 , or HIST 1120 , or have permission of the instructor.
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POLS 2310 - Introduction to International Relations
(3L)(3CR) [E] A theoretical and practical survey of the international political system, including concepts of power and power relationships, elements of international organizations and contemporary international relations.
Prerequisites: HIST 1120 , or POLS 1000 , or permission of the instructor.
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POLS 2410 - Introduction to Public Administration
(3L)(3CR) [E] Public administration involves the core activities of government that are performed, for the most part, by highly trained experts and specialized organizations; its purpose is the development and implementation of public policy. This broad definition encompasses a large dynamic portion of government at all three levels of the federal system, engaging even nonprofit and private enterprise.
Prerequisites: POLS 1000 .
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POLS 2460 - Introduction to Political Philosophy
(3L)(3CR) [E] A survey of selected writings in the history of Western political theory from the classical period to the present.
Prerequisites: POLS 1000 , or sophomore standing, or permission of the instructor.
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POLS 2465 - Directed Studies in Political Science
(1-3L) (1-3 CR) This course will center on faculty-guided research in an area of mutual interest to the student and instructor within the political science, international studies, or pre-law majors. This course has the option of including internship experience as part of the directed studies.
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POWR 1500 - Power Plant Orientation
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) This first-semester course will be designed to address basic energy industry principles and power plant systems overview. Students will be introduced to power plant operations and explore in-depth the circulating water, raw water, condensing, condensate, feedwater and steam systems and their relationship to plant operation. These systems will be described and proper operating procedures will be explained. The philosophy and conceptual framework of the Casper College power technology program are explored.
Prerequisites: Admission to Power Technology program.
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POWR 1565 - Power Plant Treatment/Air Quality Control
(3L)(3CR) This course is an introduction to the basic water treatment and air quality processes found in a typical electric power production facility. Students will be introduced to the systems, operation and key components of: water sources, coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection, reverse osmosis, continuous deionization, ion exchange softening and demineralization. Included will be an overview of waste water management and sewage treatment. Introduction to air quality regulations, operation and key components of: selective catalytic reduction, spray dry absorbers, electrostatic precipitators, bag houses and wet scrubber technology.
Prerequisites: admission to the electric power technology program.
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POWR 1600 - Power Plant Supply and Control I
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) This course is designed to address power plant fuel supply, air supply, bottom ash and flyash disposal, auxiliary cooling water and control systems. Students will be introduced to a supply systems overview. The uses of and relationships among auxiliary water, operating air, ignition oil, ash disposal and coal fuel systems will be explored as they relate to electric power production. These systems will be described and proper operating procedures will be explained.
Prerequisites: successful completion of POWR 1500 , or permission of the instructor.
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POWR 1650 - Power Plant Maintenance Practice
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) A study of mining and other industrial plant operating systems. Repair procedures for centrifugal pumps, liquid and air valves, belt alignment, and mechanical drives are covered.
Prerequisites: permission of the instructor.
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POWR 1980 - Cooperative Work Experience
(1-8CR) This class is designed to give students hands-on training in electric power generator facilities. A student working for an employer is responsible for employment verification and documentation of hours worked and jobs done. Students staying on campus will meet the training requirements of the department.
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POWR 2600 - Power Plant Supply and Control II
(2L, 2LB)(3CR) This course will address steam generators, turbines and generators, and control topics. Students will explore the steam generator, turbine, and generator and their relationship to plant operation. These systems will be described and proper operating procedures will be explained.
Prerequisites: successful completion of POWR 1500 or concurrent enrollment in POWR 1600 .
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PSYC 1000 - General Psychology
(3L)(3CR) [E] One semester introductory psychology course designed to familiarize the student with the major areas of psychological research. Course orientation is directed toward understanding behavior through an experimental approach. Application of course content to everyday behavior situations is emphasized.
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PSYC 2000 - Research Psychological Methods
(4L)(4CR) [E] Introduces students to some of the methods of investigating psychological questions. Exposes students to various research strategies ranging from observational to experimental, using representative laboratory exercises, lectures, readings, films and demonstrations. Requires written and oral reports. Requires extra research time outside of class.
Prerequisites: an introductory course in psychology, completion of ENGL 1020 , STAT 2050 , STAT 2070 or other four-hour statistic course with lab. Earned letter grade of “C” or better is required in each prerequisite course.
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PSYC 2020 - Positive Psychology
(3L)(3CR) This course introduces one of the fastest growing subfields and an emerging shift in the field of psychology from pathology to strengths and resiliency. Positive psychology explores mental health as building on the best in life by seeking to fulfill the lives of healthy individuals. Course content includes research in the areas of happiness/well-being, optimism, creativity, resilience, meaning, and gratitude, as well as practical application of these and other strength-based psychological concepts.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 or SOC 1000 .
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PSYC 2050 - Introductory Counseling/Clinical Theories
(3L)(3CR) An introductory course featuring a review of the development of psychotherapy, a study of psychological concepts basic to the therapeutic process, and understanding of the major models and principles of psychotherapy.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 .
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PSYC 2060 - Psychology of Gender
(3L)(3CR) This course provides students with an opportunity to explore human behavior from a gender perspective. The study of gender has generated controversy and historically, psychologists focused on discovering differences between women and men. The feminist movement has shifted the focus to the lived experiences of women which include the social construction of institutions, race/ethnicity, social class, sexual orientation, and other categories of difference.
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PSYC 2080 - Biological Psychology
(3L)(3CR) [E] Introduces biological bases of behavior. Includes ethnology and comparative behavior, psychobiological development, physiological and sensory mechanisms of behavior and evolution and behavioral genetics. Presents basic structural and functional properties of the nervous system.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 and BIOL 1000 or equivalent.
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PSYC 2200 - Human Sexuality
(3L)(3CR) An interdisciplinary course designed to acquaint the student with the major factors affecting human sexuality. Relevant research is reviewed in biology, psychology, sociology, and anthropology, as well as religious and historical perspectives.
Prerequisites: three to four hours of a 1000 level introductory psychology or biology course.
Cross-listed: (Cross-listed as SOC 2200 .)
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PSYC 2210 - Drugs and Behavior
(3L)(3CR) [E] A survey of the drugs which affect behavior, emphasizing both psychotherapeutic agents and drugs with abuse potential. Includes a brief introduction to the chemistry of the brain and pharmacological aspects of each major class of psychoactive drugs will be discussed.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 and three to four hours of 1000 level psychology or biology courses.
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PSYC 2230 - Sports and Exercise Psychology
(3L)(3CR) An introduction to the field of sport and exercise psychology that focuses on the major areas of psychological research and application regarding sports and exercise environments, processes, performance enhancement, health and well being.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 .
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PSYC 2260 - Alcoholism
(3L)(3CR) Patterns of alcohol use and theories of abuse and addiction will be presented along with current knowledge on the incidence, health effects, economic costs, and trends in treatment. Theoretical concepts will be based on constitutional, psychological and socio-cultural approaches. Issues ranging from pharmacology to societal concerns with problem drinking will be covered.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 .
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PSYC 2300 - Developmental Psychology
(3L)(3CR) [E] Provides an overview of child growth and development through adolescence using a lifespan approach, the theoretical bases for the area of child study, application of solutions to developmental problems, and the physical, psychological, social and emotional aspects of child psychology, as well as current research on the topic.
Prerequisites: three to four hours of 1000 level introductory psychology.
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PSYC 2340 - Abnormal Psychology
(3L)(3CR) [E] A general study of abnormal behaviors including types, etiology, and treatment approaches.
Prerequisites: seven hours of psychology or PSYC 1000 and four credits of biology.
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PSYC 2350 - Introduction to Death and Dying
(3L)(3CR) This course introduces the psychological aspects of death and dying. Topics include attitudes toward and preparation for death; the understanding of and care for terminally ill patients; funeral rituals; burial, mourning and grief practices; griefwork; suicide and euthanasia. Focuses on psycho-socio-cultural, and religious views of death and ways of handling its personal and social implications.
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