Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

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Requirements

The major requires at least 36 credit hours (55–62 with the Addenda and Additional Requirements), including the requirements listed below.

Entry-Level Sequences. One of the following options:
1. Option One.
  1. Introduction to Psychological and Brain Sciences. One (1) course:
    - PSY-P 155 Introduction to Psychological and Brain Sciences
    PSY-P 155 Introduction to Psychological and Brain Sciences
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    An introduction to psychological and brain sciences for psychology majors. Introduces students to the history of psychology and its place in science, to the experimental method, and to the broad range of topics studied by psychological scientists.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of PSY-P 101, PSY-P 106, PSY-P 151, or PSY-P 155.
    
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  2. Methods of Experimental Psychology. One (1) course:
    - PSY-P 211 Methods of Experimental Psychology
    PSY-P 211 Methods of Experimental Psychology
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    PSY-P 101 or PSY-P 155
    Description
    Design and execution of simple experiments, treatment of results, search of the literature, and preparation of experimental reports.
    
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2. Option Two.
  1. Introductory Psychology I. One (1) course:
    - PSY-P 101 Introductory Psychology I
    PSY-P 101 Introductory Psychology I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Introduction to psychology; its methods, data, and theoretical interpretations in areas of learning, sensory psychology, and psychophysiology.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of PSY-P 101, PSY-B 105, PSY-P 106, PSY-P 151, or PSY-P 155.
    
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  2. Introductory Psychology II. One (1) course:
    - PSY-P 102 Introductory Psychology II
    PSY-P 102 Introductory Psychology II
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    PSY-P 101
    Description
    Continuation of PSY-P 101. Developmental, social, personality, and abnormal psychology.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of PSY-P 102, PSY-B 104, PSY-P 106, or PSY-P 152.
    
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  3. Methods of Experimental Psychology. One (1) course:
    - PSY-P 211 Methods of Experimental Psychology
    PSY-P 211 Methods of Experimental Psychology
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    PSY-P 101 or PSY-P 155
    Description
    Design and execution of simple experiments, treatment of results, search of the literature, and preparation of experimental reports.
    
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Career Planning Sequence.
1. Careers Module 1. One (1) course:
  - PSY-C 109 Careers Module 1 - Welcome to PBS
  PSY-C 109 Careers Module 1 - Welcome to PBS
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  First module of the career exploration sequence. Introduces career development resources and opportunities in and around the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences.
2. Careers Module 2. One (1) course:
  - PSY-C 209 Careers Module 2 - Self Exploration
  PSY-C 209 Careers Module 2 - Self Exploration
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  PSY-C 109; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Second module of the career exploration sequence, focusing on exploring the self: identity, professional goals, skills and strengths.
3. Careers Module 3. One (1) course:
  - PSY-C 309 Careers Module 3 - Practical High Gear Exploration
  PSY-C 309 Careers Module 3 - Practical High Gear Exploration
  
  Credits
  1
  Prerequisites
  PSY-C 209; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Third module of the career exploration sequence, focusing on practical skills for career exploration, including job search techniques and teamwork with peers.
Statistics. One (1) course:
- PSY-K 300 Statistical Techniques
- PSY-K 310 Statistical Techniques
- ANTH-A 306 Anthropological Statistics
- CJUS-K 300 Techniques of Data Analysis
- ECON-E 370 Statistical Analysis for Business and Economics
- ECON-S 370 Statistical Analysis for Business and Economics: Honors
- LAMP-L 316 Junior Seminar: Analytical Problem Solving
- MATH-M 365 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
- POLS-Y 395 Quantitative Political Analysis
- SOC-S 371 Statistics in Sociology
- STAT-K 310 Statistical Techniques
- STAT-S 300 Introduction to Applied Statistical Methods
- STAT-S 301 Applied Statistical Methods for Business
- STAT-S 303 Applied Statistical Methods for the Life Sciences
- EDUC-Y 402 Introduction to Statistics for Behavioral and Educational Sciences
- SPEA-K 300 Statistical Techniques
- SPH-Q 381 Introduction to Biostatistics
PSY-K 300 Statistical Techniques
Credits
3
Prerequisites
One of MATH-M 106, MATH-M 118, MATH-M 119, MATH-M 211, MATH-M 212, MATH-S 211, MATH-S 212, MATH-V 118, or, MATH-V 119
Description
Introduction to statistics; nature of statistical data; ordering and manipulation of data; measures of central tendency and dispersion; elementary probability. Concepts of statistical inference and decision: estimation and hypothesis testing. Special topics include regression and correlation, analysis of variance, non-parametric methods.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
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PSY-K 310 Statistical Techniques
Credits
3
Prerequisites
One of MATH-M 106, MATH-M 118, MATH-M 119, MATH-M 211, MATH-M 212, MATH-S 211, MATH-S 212, MATH-V 118, or, MATH-V 119
Description
Introduction to probability and statistics; elementary probability theory, conditional probability, independence, random variables, discrete and continuous probability distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion. Covers concepts of statistical inference and decision; estimation and hypothesis testing; Bayesian inference; and statistical decision theory. Special topics include regression and correlation, time series, analysis of variance, non-parametric methods.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
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ANTH-A 306 Anthropological Statistics
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Fundamentals of univariate and bivariate statistics, construction and interpretation of graphs, and computer-assisted data analysis. Both statistical methodology and theory will be emphasized as well as computer literacy. Students will examine the primary literature in all branches of anthropology to familiarize themselves with the role of statistics in anthropological research.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
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CJUS-K 300 Techniques of Data Analysis
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Notes
R: To be successful in this course, students should have an understanding of basic algebra.
Description
CJUS-K 300 covers the properties of single variables, the measurement of association between pairs of variables, and statistical inference. Additional topics, such as the analyses of qualitative and aggregated data, address specific criminal justice concerns.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
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ECON-E 370 Statistical Analysis for Business and Economics
Credits
3
Prerequisites
MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, or MATH-V 118
Notes
R: ECON-E 252 or ECON-B 252 and MATH-M 119
Description
Lectures emphasize the use of basic probability concepts and statistical theory in the estimation and testing of single parameter and multivariate relationships. In computer labs, using Microsoft Excel, each student calculates descriptive statistics, probabilities, and least squares regression coefficients in situations based on current business and economic events.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
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ECON-S 370 Statistical Analysis for Business and Economics: Honors
Credits
3
Prerequisites
MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, or MATH-V 118; and Hutton Honors student
Notes
R: MATH-M 119 and ECON-E 252 or ECON-B 252
Description
Honors course. Designed for students of superior ability. Covers same core material as ECON-E 370.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
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LAMP-L 316 Junior Seminar: Analytical Problem Solving
Credits
3
Prerequisites
Admission to the LAMP honors certificate program
Description
A discussion course emphasizing the use of quantitative methods and analytical skills in exploring and solving business-related problems. Topics vary with the instructor and year and include mathematical modeling and operations research, organizational control, and corporate finance.
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MATH-M 365 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
Credits
3
Prerequisites
MATH-M 212, MATH-M 213, or MATH-S 212
Description
Elementary concepts of probability and statistics. Combinatorics, conditional probability, independence, random variables, discrete and continuous distributions, moments. Statistical inference, point estimation, confidence intervals, test of hypotheses. Applications to social, behavioral, and natural sciences.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of MATH-M 360 or MATH-M 365.
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POLS-Y 395 Quantitative Political Analysis
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Introduction to methods and statistics used in political inquiry, including measures of central tendency and dispersion, probability, sampling, statistical inference and hypothesis testing, measures of association, analysis of variance, and regression.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
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SOC-S 371 Statistics in Sociology
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
Introduces the logic of statistical inference. Students will learn how to use sample data to reach conclusions about a population of interest by calculating confidence intervals and significance tests. Estimating the effects of multiple independent variables using cross-tabulations and/or regression.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
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STAT-K 310 Statistical Techniques
Credits
3
Prerequisites
MATH-M 119 or equivalent
Description
Introduction to probability and statistics. Elementary probability theory, conditional probability, independence, random variables, discrete and continuous probability distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion. Concepts of statistical inference and decision: estimation, hypothesis testing, Bayesian inference, statistical decision theory. Special topics discussed may include regression and correlation, time series, analysis of variance, nonparametric methods.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
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STAT-S 300 Introduction to Applied Statistical Methods
Credits
4
Prerequisites
None
Notes
R: Mastery of high school algebra; or MATH-M 014. Lecture and laboratory
Description
Introduction to methods for analyzing quantitative data. Graphical and numerical descriptions of data, probability models of data, inference about populations from random samples. Regression and analysis of variance.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
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STAT-S 301 Applied Statistical Methods for Business
Credits
3
Prerequisites
Math-M 118 or equivalent
Description
Introduction to methods for analyzing data arising in business, designed to prepare business students for the Kelley School\'s Integrative Core. Graphical and numerical descriptions of data, probability models, fundamental principles of estimation and hypothesis testing, applications to linear regression and quality control. Microsoft Excel used to perform analyses.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
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STAT-S 303 Applied Statistical Methods for the Life Sciences
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Notes
R: Mastery of high school algebra; or MATH-M 014
Description
Introduction to methods for analyzing data arising in the life sciences, designed for biology, human biology, and pre-medical students. Graphical and numerical descriptions of data, probability models, fundamental principles of estimation and hypothesis testing, inferences about means, correlation, linear regression.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-K 300, MATH-K 310, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, SPH-Q 381, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, or STAT-S 303.
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EDUC-Y 402 Introduction to Statistics for Behavioral and Educational Sciences

Description
Course is designed to develop a working understanding of the fundamental concepts used in descriptive and inferential statistics. The purpose is to understand the use of statistics in educational research as a tool to analyze and interpret data. Students will learn appropriate statistical procedures, calculate statistics, and perform statistical tests.
Additional information
Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.

SPEA-K 300 Statistical Techniques

Description
Nature of statistical data. Ordering and manipulation of data. Measures of central tendency and dispersion. Elementary probability. Concepts of statistical inference decision: estimation and hypothesis testing. Special topics discussed may include regression and correlation, analysis of variance, nonparametric methods.
Additional information
Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.

SPH-Q 381 Introduction to Biostatistics

Description
A conceptual approach is utilized to introduce students to sources of public health data. Basic concepts and models are available to understand and analyze data and information related to prevention of diseases and promotion of health and determinants of health behavior.
Additional information
Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
Social Psychology. One (1) course:
- PSY-P 304 Social Psychology and Individual Differences
PSY-P 304 Social Psychology and Individual Differences
Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 101 and PSY-P 102; or PSY-P 155
Description
A foundations course illustrating how psychological questions and problems can be addressed from the social, group, and individual differences level of analysis.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of PSY-P 304 or PSY-P 320.
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Cognitive Psychology. One (1) course:
- PSY-P 335 Cognitive Psychology
PSY-P 335 Cognitive Psychology
Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 101 or PSY-P 155
Description
Introduction to human cognitive processes, including attention and perception, memory, psycholinguistics, problem solving, and thinking.
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Neuroscience. One (1) course:
- PSY-P 326 Behavioral Neuroscience
- PSY-P 346 Neuroscience
PSY-P 326 Behavioral Neuroscience

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 101 or PSY-P 155; and one of BIOL-L 100, BIOL-L 111, BIOL-L 112, or equivalent
Description
An examination of the cellular bases of behavior, emphasizing contemporary views and approaches to the study of the nervous system. Neural structure, function, and organization are considered in relation to sensory and motor function, motivation, learning, and other basic behaviors.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346.

PSY-P 346 Neuroscience

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 101 or PSY-P 155
Notes
R: 3 credits of Biology such as BIOL-L 100, BIOL-L 104, BIOL-L 111, BIOL-L 112, BIOL-A 215, or BIOL-P 215
Description
A survey of contemporary neuroscience, examining the neural basis of behavior with approaches including molecular, cellular, developmental, cognitive, and behavioral neuroscience. Sensory and motor function, learning and memory, and other behaviors are considered using anatomical, physiological, behavioral, biochemical, and genetic approaches, providing a balanced view of neuroscience.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346.
Capstone. One (1) course:
- PSY-P 404 Computer and Statistical Models in Psychology
- PSY-P 421 Laboratory in Social Psychology
- PSY-P 424 Laboratory in Sensation and Perception
- PSY-P 426 Laboratory in Behavioral Neuroscience
- PSY-P 429 Laboratory in Developmental Psychology
- PSY-P 433 Laboratory in Neuroimaging Methods
- PSY-P 435 Laboratory in Human Learning and Cognition
- PSY-P 457 Topics in Psychology (Approved topics: "APPLICATIONS OF LEARNING SCIENCE TO THE CLASSROOM" (TPC 157); "COG DEV: TRANSLATING THEORY TO PRACTICE" (TPC 145); "HUMAN SEXUALITY RESEARCH" (TPC 320); "INTRO TO MATLAB CODING FOR PSYCH BRAIN SCIENCES" (TPC 154); "LAB IN COGNITIVE NEURO" (TPC 347); "LABORATORY IN FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY" (TPC 155); "PSY INTERVENTIONS & EVALUATION" (TPC 107); "PSYCHOLOGY IN EDUCATION" (TPC 179); "RESEARCH & APP OF SLEEP & CIRCADIAN SCIENCE" (TPC 150); "THERAPEUTIC INTRVNTNS-EARLY CHLDHD BEHAVIOR PRBLMS" (TPC 137))
- PSY-P 472 Laboratory in Brain Electrical Activity
- PSY-P 473 Laboratory in Molecular Neuroscience
- PSY-P 474 Psychology of Adolescent Girls
- PSY-P 480 Psychotherapy: Empirically Supported Treatments
- PSY-P 483 Clinical Supervision and Skill Acquisition
- PSY-P 499 Honors Thesis Research
- PSY-X 370 Real-World Program Evaluation: Applying Psychology Research to Service Learning
- PSY-X 498 Capstone Supervised Research
- PSY-Y 403 Networks in Psychology, Cognitive Science, and Neuroscience
PSY-P 404 Computer and Statistical Models in Psychology

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-K 300 or equivalent
Description
This laboratory course provides an introduction to elementary mathematical, statistical, and computer models in psychology. Students learn to use computer spreadsheet packages to program formal models and to apply the models to analyze data obtained in psychological experiments.

PSY-P 421 Laboratory in Social Psychology

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 211; and PSY-P 304 or PSY-P 320; and PSY-K 300 or equivalent
Description
Research methodology in the study of social behavior.

PSY-P 424 Laboratory in Sensation and Perception

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 211; and PSY-P 329; and PSY-K 300 or equivalent
Description
The experimental investigation of current and classical problems in sensory psychology and perception.

PSY-P 426 Laboratory in Behavioral Neuroscience

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346; and PSY-K 300 or equivalent
Description
Experiments with and demonstrations of contemporary approaches in behavioral neuroscience.

PSY-P 429 Laboratory in Developmental Psychology

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 211; and PSY-P 315 or PSY-P 316; and PSY-K 300 or equivalent
Description
Research methods in developmental psychology and their application to selected problems in the development of humans and of nonhuman species.

PSY-P 433 Laboratory in Neuroimaging Methods

Credits
4
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346; and PSY-K 300 or equivalent
Description
Laboratory experience in all facets of a neuroimaging experiment, including experimental design, data acquisition, data analysis, data interpretation, and data presentation. Introductory magnetic resonance (MR) physics and the physiology of blood oxygen-level dependent (BOLD) changes are included.

PSY-P 435 Laboratory in Human Learning and Cognition

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 211; and PSY-P 325 or PSY-P 335; and PSY-K 300 or equivalent
Description
Experimental study of human learning and cognitive processes.

PSY-P 457 Topics in Psychology

Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Notes
Prerequisites vary according to the topics offered and are specified in the Schedule of Classes each term
Description
Studies in special topics not ordinarily covered in other departmental courses. Topics vary with instructor and semester.
Repeatability
May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

PSY-P 472 Laboratory in Brain Electrical Activity

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-K 300 or equivalent; and PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
Surveys the principles/practice of human brain electrical activity recording techniques used in research and in the clinic, including electroencephalography (EEG) and event related potentials (ERPs). Primarily hands-on lab learning, small group recording practice and subsequent data analysis, supplemented by lectures, seminars, discussions and demonstrations.ï»¿

PSY-P 473 Laboratory in Molecular Neuroscience

Credits
3–4 credit hours
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Notes
R: BIOL-L 211
Description
Laboratory course designed to provide the advanced undergraduate with training in molecular techniques useful for studying the nervous system. Techniques will include PCR, subcloning, bacterial transformation, mammalian cell transfection, working with fluorescent proteins, RNA interference, Western blotting and sectioning/staining brain tissues.

PSY-P 474 Psychology of Adolescent Girls

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 211 and PSY-P 315; or consent of instructor
Description
Examination of the development and psychological changes in girls as they progress through adolescence. Through readings from primary literature, discussions, lectures, and application in a service-learning setting, students will develop a base of knowledge, think critically about the issues, and apply this knowledge in a community setting. If offered as a non-service learning course, a project or paper will be assigned in place of community service.

PSY-P 480 Psychotherapy: Empirically Supported Treatments

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 102 or PSY-P 155; and PSY-P 211; and PSY-K 300 or PSY-K 310 or equivalent
Description
Introduces the evidence-based, or empirically supported, movement for selecting psychological interventions; research methods for evaluating interventions and related issues (e.g., therapy process); examples of empirically supported treatments (ESTs) for selected disorders; and issues regarding implementation of ESTs to the real world and future directions.

PSY-P 483 Clinical Supervision and Skill Acquisition

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 318
Description
Students acquire evidence-based knowledge and skills to enhance competence in work applications (e.g., field experiences, service learning, research labs) in the clinical psychological sciences. Through readings, written assignments, exams, classroom activities, group and individually supervised tasks, students learn how to apply knowledge and skills to their work.

PSY-P 499 Honors Thesis Research

Credits
1–12 credit hours
Prerequisites
Consent of departmental honors committee
Notes
May be substituted for advanced laboratory requirement or, given the permission of the departmental honors committee, for certain other requirements in the program for majors
Description
None
Repeatability
May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

PSY-X 370 Real-World Program Evaluation: Applying Psychology Research to Service Learning

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-K 300 or equivalent; and PSY-P 211
Description
Service-learning course that includes weekly volunteering at Middle Way House or The Rise (shelter and transitional housing for battered women and their children). Class time spent learning about program evaluation, the needs of the groups served by Middle Way/The Rise, and available programs for those groups. Students will be required to propose an evaluation of a program.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of PSY-P 490 or PSY-X 370.

PSY-X 498 Capstone Supervised Research

Credits
2–3 credit hours
Prerequisites
Consent of department
Notes
R: PSY-X 397, PSY-X 398, or PSY-X 497. An approved research agreement must be in place. Counts toward capstone credit or neuroscience lab credit in approved labs
Description
The capstone experience in a series of supervised research courses that require active participation in research in a single lab. Course requires a research plan and progress reports.
Repeatability
May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours in PSY-P 494 and PSY-X 498.

PSY 403 Networks in Psychology, Cognitive Science, and Neuroscience

Credits
–3 credit hours
Prerequisites
PSY-P 335
Description
Introduces the concepts, theory, and methods central to studying networks in the neural, cognitive, and psychological sciences. Engages with current research in these areas. Develops the skills necessary for basic network analysis through hands-on tutorials.
Advanced Courses. Four (4) courses:
- Additional course from the Capstone list (limit of one (1) additional course unless pursuing PSY-P 499 Departmental Honors Thesis Option)
- BIOL-L 423 Brain, Behavior and Evolution
- BIOL-Z 460 Animal Behavior
- BIOL-Z 463 Comparative Neurobiology of Animal Behavior
- ENGR-E 399 Topics in Intelligent Systems Engineering
- HPSC-X 424 Neuropsychological Pathography
- PSY-P 337 Clinical Neuroscience
- PSY-P 349 Cognitive Neuroscience
- PSY-P 351 Psychobiology, Self, and Society
- PSY-P 366 Consumer Psychology
- PSY-P 386 Social Neuroscience
- PSY-P 405 Elementary Mathematical Psychology
- PSY-P 406 Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
- PSY-P 407 Drugs and the Nervous System
- PSY-P 409 Neural Bases of Sensory Function
- PSY-P 410 Development of the Brain and Behavior
- PSY-P 411 Neural Bases of Learning and Memory
- PSY-P 416 Evolution and Ecology of Learning
- PSY-P 423 Human Neuropsychology
- PSY-P 425 Behavior Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence
- PSY-P 430 Behavior Modification
- PSY-P 434 Community Psychology
- PSY-P 437 Neurobiology of Addictions
- PSY-P 438 Language and Cognition
- PSY-P 440 Topics in Cognitive Psychology
- PSY-P 441 Neuropsychology of Language
- PSY-P 442 Infant Development
- PSY-P 443 Cognitive Development
- PSY-P 444 Scientific Writing in the Psychological and Brain Sciences
- PSY-P 446 Group Processes
- PSY-P 447 Social Influence Processes
- PSY-P 448 Social Judgment and Person Perception
- PSY-P 449 Social Psychology of Public Opinion
- PSY-P 452 Psychology in the Business Environment
- PSY-P 453 Decision-making and the Brain
- PSY-P 455 The Role of Psychology in Legal Doctrine
- PSY-P 456
- PSY-P 457 Topics in Psychology
- PSY-P 459 History and Systems of Psychology
- PSY-P 460 The Psychology of Gender
- PSY-P 461 Human Memory
- PSY-P 466 Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology
- PSY-P 467 Diseases of the Nervous System
- PSY-P 469 Stress Effects on Brain and Behavior
- PSY-P 470 Molecular Methods in Neuroscience Research
- PSY-P 475 Evidence-based Clinical Science
- PSY-P 478 Stereotyping, Prejudice, and Discrimination
- PSY-P 482 Biobehavioral Processes in Substance Use Disorders
- PSY-P 484 The Science of Moral Judgment
- PSY-Y 408 Personality Disorders
- PSY-Y 412 Psychology and Neuroscience of Autism
- PSY-Y 413 Neuropsychopharmacology
- PSY-Y 414 The Connected Brain
- PSY-Y 415 Cannabinoid Neurobiology
- PSY-Y 419 The Psychology of Gender, Work, and Leadership
- PSY-Y 427 Introduction to Molecular, Cellular, and Circuit Mechanisms of Addiction
- PSY-Y 488 The Science Behind Brain Development and Function
BIOL-L 423 Brain, Behavior and Evolution

Credits
3
Prerequisites
BIOL-L 111; and BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112
Description
Explores a variety of topics related to the evolution of nervous systems, with a focus on vertebrate brains. Topics include comparative neuroanatomy, methods, approaches to homology, the meaning of changes in size, ecological and behavioral specializations, developmental constraints, and a consideration of how special (or not) human brains are. A basic background in neuroscience is recommended but not required.

BIOL-Z 460 Animal Behavior

Credits
3
Prerequisites
Junior or senior standing
Description
Introduction to the zoological study of animal behavior. Emphasizes both internal and external factors involved in the causation of species-typical behavior of animals (protozoa-primates) in their natural environment.

BIOL-Z 463 Comparative Neurobiology of Animal Behavior

Credits
3
Prerequisites
BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112; and junior or senior standing
Notes
R: PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
Addresses the intersection of two disciplines: animal behavior and neurobiology. Uses integrative and comparative approaches to understand how the nervous system controls animal behavior in natural contexts and how neural circuits evolve to generate diversity in behavior.ï»¿

ENGR-E 399 Topics in Intelligent Systems Engineering

Description
Variable topic. Emphasis is on new developments and research in Intelligent Systems Engineering.
Additional information
Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
HPSC-X 424 Neuropsychological Pathography
Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Description
How do people conceptualize and write about their mental trauma and psychological distress? Personal narratives of depression, aphasia, head injury, and other forms of neurological damage and emotional affliction are examined from a variety of perspectives and considered for their contribution to clinical science, rehabilitative services, and popular understanding of limits to human experience.
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PSY-P 337 Clinical Neuroscience

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
Psychological disorders such as depression and autism exact a huge toll in human suffering and social costs. This course surveys the role of disturbed neural mechanisms on the development of psychological disorders. Methods for investigating the relationship between a disorder and proposed mechanisms will be critically evaluated.

PSY-P 349 Cognitive Neuroscience

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
An overview of the field of cognitive neuroscience. The neural basis of cognition is studied by considering the impact of neuropsychological case studies, neuroimaging (ERP and fMRI), and behavioral investigations on our understanding of sensory-motor systems, learning, memory, emotion, and spatial behavior.
PSY-P 351 Psychobiology, Self, and Society
Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
The physiological and neural bases of selected behavioral processes (for example, hunger, thirst, sleep, addiction, aggression, sex) will be examined as a means of understanding individual behavior and then in relation to larger, related issues of ethics, law, and societal organization.
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PSY-P 366 Consumer Psychology

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 304 or PSY-P 320
Description
Examines the emotional, cognitive, and behavioral responses that precede, determine, or follow the purchase and consumption of goods and services. Provides a broad understanding of buying behavior by looking at fundamental issues within consumer behavior from a social psychological framework.

PSY-P 386 Social Neuroscience

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
Didactic lectures by faculty, laboratory demonstrations, and seminars/class discussions led by students examine non-verbal communication and mind-brain-body relationships. Topics include reading faces and bodies, microexpressions, emotion and emotional contagion. Assessment is based on presentations, student-led discussions, participation in class, and written critiques on selected readings.
PSY-P 405 Elementary Mathematical Psychology
Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 101 or PSY-P 155; and MATH-M 118; and MATH-M 119
Notes
R: MATH-M 360
Description
Survey of mathematically oriented psychological theories and their applications to learning, perception, psychophysics, decision making, small groups, etc.
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PSY-P 406 Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
Provides an overview of the field of developmental cognitive neuroscience, the study of the relation among human brain function, development, and behavior. Critically examines recent research that applies an integration of neurobiological and psychological perspectives to the study of typical and atypical cognitive development.

PSY-P 407 Drugs and the Nervous System

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
Introduction to the major psychoactive drugs and how they act upon the brain to influence behavior. Discussion of the role of drugs as therapeutic agents for various clinical disorders and as probes to provide insight into brain function.

PSY-P 409 Neural Bases of Sensory Function

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
Detailed description of the neural systems responsible for vision, touch, hearing, taste, smell, and balance. Similarities and differences in the strategies employed by these systems will be stressed.

PSY-P 410 Development of the Brain and Behavior

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
Examination of the interaction of the developing brain with the behavior it mediates. Cellular systems and organismal levels of analysis will all be considered in the organization of structure function relationships in the neural basis of behavior.

PSY-P 411 Neural Bases of Learning and Memory

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
Comprehensive survey of theories and data concerned with neural correlates of associative and non-associative forms of learning and memory. Vertebrate and invertebrate model systems and preparations as well as data obtained from the human neuropsychology literature will be studied.

PSY-P 416 Evolution and Ecology of Learning

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 325 or PSY-P 417
Description
Advanced treatment of history, basic concepts, theories, and experimental literature examining the relation of learning and evolution. Compares ethological, comparative, and general process approaches.

PSY-P 423 Human Neuropsychology

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
A critical examination of neurological functioning with respect to human and other animal behavior. Assesses the behavioral functions of neural structures and systems through understanding the behavioral consequences of brain damage and through basic experimental study.

PSY-P 425 Behavior Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 324
Description
A survey of major behavior disorders, with emphasis on empirical research and clinical description relative to etiology, assessment, prognosis, and treatment.

PSY-P 430 Behavior Modification

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 324 or PSY-P 325
Description
Principles, techniques, and applications of behavior modification, including reinforcement, aversive conditioning, observational learning, desensitization, self-control, and modification of cognitions.

PSY-P 434 Community Psychology

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 101 and PSY-P 102; or PSY-P 155; and additional 3-credit hour course in Psychology
Notes
R: PSY-P 324
Description
An ecological orientation to the problems of mental health, social adaptation, and community change.
PSY-P 437 Neurobiology of Addictions
Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346; and two biology courses (e.g., BIOL-L 112, BIOL-L 211)
Notes
Concurrent enrollment in PSY-P 346 and biology courses only with consent of the instructor
Description
Provides an in-depth look at the neurobiological bases of addictions, from the cellular, molecular, and systems neuroscience levels of analysis.
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PSY-P 438 Language and Cognition
Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 335
Description
Methods, research, and theory in psycholinguistics. Examination of speech perception, speech production, psychological studies of syntax and semantics, language development, cognitive basis of linguistic theory, neurology of language, and language comprehension and thought.
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PSY-P 440 Topics in Cognitive Psychology

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 335
Description
A critical examination of an area within cognitive psychology. Topics will vary by semester but could include attention, memory, categorization, imagery, language, thinking, problem solving, or decision making.
Repeatability
May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

PSY-P 441 Neuropsychology of Language

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326, PSY-P 335, or PSY-P 346
Description
Introduction to the neuroscience of language comprehension, including the basic neuroanatomy of the language system and levels of processing from single word to discourse level. Discussion of such language disorders as dyslexia and aphasia.

PSY-P 442 Infant Development

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 315 or PSY-P 316
Description
Surveys cognitive, socio-emotional, and perceptual motor development during the first two years of life. Emphasis is on theory and research addressing fundamental questions about the developmental process, especially the biological bases for developmental change.

PSY-P 443 Cognitive Development

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 315 or PSY-P 316
Description
Human cognitive development. Topics may include language, problem solving, conceptual growth, perception, and cultural influences.

PSY-P 444 Scientific Writing in the Psychological and Brain Sciences

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
For advanced undergraduate students to gain the skills needed to write a scientific manuscript. Final manuscript will be based on a hypothetical psychological experiment of student's choosing. Topics will include experimental design, presenting and interpretation of data, scientific writing style, as well as in depth instruction on each section of a scientific manuscript.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of PSY-P 444 or PSY-C 444.

PSY-P 446 Group Processes

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 304 or PSY-P 320
Description
Social psychological theory and research on the behavior of individuals in groups covering major topics such as group formation and cohesiveness, group performance and decision making, social influence processes in groups, and intragroup and intergroup conflict.

PSY-P 447 Social Influence Processes

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 304 or PSY-P 320
Description
An advanced review of the theoretical and empirical literature in experimental social psychology concerning social influence processes and effects. Topics to be covered include attitude formation and change, persuasion, conformity, compliance, and behavior change.

PSY-P 448 Social Judgment and Person Perception

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 304 or PSY-P 320
Description
Judgments, decisions, and perceptions of a social nature include self-knowledge, judgments of causality, biases and errors of social judgment such as stereotyping, and the relation of thinking and feeling. Principles will be considered in the context of applied areas such as law and psychotherapy.

PSY-P 449 Social Psychology of Public Opinion

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 304 or PSY-P 320
Description
Describes the methods of public opinion research, empowering students to become informed consumers of poll results. Covers basic social psychological processes that shape opinions, such as people's self-interest, group memberships, personal experiences, and conformity. Homework involves analysis and interpretation of data from recent surveys on social and political attitudes.

PSY-P 452 Psychology in the Business Environment

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 101 or PSY-P 155; and one additional 300 or 400-level course in psychology
Notes
R: PSY-P 304 or PSY-P 320
Description
The application of psychological methods and theory to business settings including marketing, human resources, consulting, and human factors.

PSY-P 453 Decision-making and the Brain

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326, PSY-P 335, or PSY-P 346
Description
An exploration of how individuals make decisions and what different parts of the brain contribute to decision-making. Focuses on the cognitive psychology of decision-making and on exciting recent advances in the cognitive neuroscience of decision-making, including the new field of neuroeconomics.
PSY-P 455 The Role of Psychology in Legal Doctrine
Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 304 and PSY-P 320
Description
What does psychology theory and research have to offer the law? Explores several important ways in which psychology theory and research can be helpful in making legal decisions and in formulating legal doctrine and policy.
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PSY-P 457 Topics in Psychology

Credits
3
Prerequisites
None
Notes
Prerequisites vary according to the topics offered and are specified in the Schedule of Classes each term
Description
Studies in special topics not ordinarily covered in other departmental courses. Topics vary with instructor and semester.
Repeatability
May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

PSY-P 459 History and Systems of Psychology

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 101 and PSY-P 102; or PSY-P 155; and 6 additional credit hours in psychology
Description
Historical background and critical evaluation of major theoretical systems of modern psychology: structuralism, associationism, behaviorism, Gestalt psychology, and psychoanalysis. Methodological problems of theory construction and system making. Emphasizes integration of recent trends.
PSY-P 460 The Psychology of Gender
Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 101 and PSY-P 102; or PSY-P 155; and 3 additional credit hours in psychology
Description
Review and integration of emerging theory and evidence about the psychology of gender, such as gendered experiences throughout the life cycle, gender roles and stereotypes, and intersections of gender with other identities.
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PSY-P 461 Human Memory
Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-K 300 or equivalent; and PSY-P 335
Description
Research, theory, and data on human memory and information-processing models of memory.
Repeatability
Credit given for only one of PSY-P 340 or PSY-P 461.
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PSY-P 466 Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology
Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
Introduction to the cellular and molecular processes that give the nervous system its unique character. Covers the cell biology of neurons and glia and mechanisms of synaptic plasticity. Examines the genetic and molecular approaches to the biological basis for higher brain functions such as learning and memory.
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PSY-P 467 Diseases of the Nervous System

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 466
Description
Provides insights into some of the diseases that affect the nervous system from a cellular and molecular perspective. Studies the pathological processes affecting neurons and glia that underlie their malfunction or death. Explores in depth some neurodegenerative diseases including Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and dementia. Also explores experimental approaches to uncover the molecular basis of some of the diseases.

PSY-P 469 Stress Effects on Brain and Behavior

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
This seminar examines the neurobiology of stress effects on cognition, psychopathology, and health, from the cellular to the systems level. Through readings from primary literature, discussions, and lectures, students will develop a base of knowledge and think critically about the neural and behavioral effects of stress.

PSY-P 470 Molecular Methods in Neuroscience Research

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
In-depth discussion of primary research papers used to introduce neuroscience-oriented students to classical and contemporary techniques used in cellular and molecular research.

PSY-P 475 Evidence-based Clinical Science

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 324
Notes
R: PSY-P 211
Description
Considers challenges of clinical practice, analyzes the impact of pseudoscience, investigates the limitations of clinical judgment, evaluates the criteria used to classify empirically supported treatments, and examines current clinical assessment and intervention practices. Topics include the development, implementation, and evaluation of empirically-supported psychological interventions and their effectiveness for treating major psychological disorders.

PSY-P 478 Stereotyping, Prejudice, and Discrimination

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 211; and PSY-P 304 or PSY-P 320; and PSY-K 300 or equivalent
Description
This advanced seminar consists primarily of discussion of recently published journal articles on stereotyping and prejudice. Discussion topics include why people stereotype; how stereotypes and prejudice affect both targets and perceivers; how people might overcome the pernicious effects of stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination.

PSY-P 482 Biobehavioral Processes in Substance Use Disorders

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 324; or consent of instructor
Description
Discussion of the basic nature of addiction and substance use disorders, research and theories about the biological and behavioral processes that contribute to the development of substance use disorders and addiction, and new approaches to treat substance use disorders.

PSY-P 484 The Science of Moral Judgment

Credits
3
Prerequisites
At least one course at the 300-level or higher in Psychological and Brain Sciences or Cognitive Science
Description
Surveys scientific research into the psychology of moral judgment. Contributing disciplines include social, cognitive, developmental, and evolutionary psychology, anthropology, ethology, brain science, and artificial intelligence. Investigates the psychological mechanisms of moral judgment. Not a course about normative religious or philosophical ethics.

PSY-Y 408 Personality Disorders

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 324
Description
Surveys personality disorders with an emphasis on clinical description and empirical research. Discusses etiology, assessment, prognosis, and treatment.

PSY-Y 412 Psychology and Neuroscience of Autism

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
Provides an in-depth survey of autism research and controversies, with a focus both on its history and current research developments. Examines its biological bases, prevalence estimates, diagnostic approaches, developmental changes, approaches to intervention, and various additional topics.

PSY-Y 413 Neuropsychopharmacology

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 346; BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211; and CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
Description
Introduction to neuropsychopharmacology. Covers the theory and application of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics relevant for drugs acting on the CNS as well as clinical features of commonly encountered psychoactive drugs.

PSY-Y 414 The Connected Brain

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
Focuses on current knowledge of how the brain is connected, and how these patterns of connectivity underpin behavior and cognition. Covers basic network science, computational network models, connectomics, functional connectivity, resting state, task-evoked connectivity, and how disruptions of connectivity relate to brain disorders.

PSY-Y 415 Cannabinoid Neurobiology

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 326 or PSY-P 346
Description
Explores and evaluates the primary literature on a variety of topics about the neurobiology of cannabinoids.

PSY-Y 419 The Psychology of Gender, Work, and Leadership

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-K 300 or equivalent; and PSY-P 304
Description
Examines the empirical literature addressing who tends to emerge as leaders, in what conditions, and why; what defines good leadership; and how individuals and institutions can best promote the success of all employees. Covers negotiation, mentorship and networking, and work/life integration and boundaries.

PSY-Y 427 Introduction to Molecular, Cellular, and Circuit Mechanisms of Addiction

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 346
Notes
R: BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211; and CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
Description
Looks at how adaptive plasticity processes manifest at the molecular, cellular, and circuit levels and orchestrate appropriate behavioral responses in the ever-changing environment. Considers how chemical substances and behavioral stimuli hijack these processes and elicit maladaptive behavioral responses leading to addiction. Examines the neurobiological basis of these plasticity processes.

PSY-Y 488 The Science Behind Brain Development and Function

Credits
3
Prerequisites
PSY-P 346
Description
The brain remains a mysterious organ. To gain powerful insights into neurological diseases and mental-health disorders, new technologies are evolving that enable scientists to better understand brain function. This course introduces and explores the new technologies being developed for both scientific research and patient care.
Additional Requirements**.
1. Mathematics.
  1. Additional Math 1. One (1) course with a grade of C- or higher:
    - Both of the following:
      - MATH-D 116 Introduction to Finite Mathematics I
      - MATH-D 117 Introduction to Finite Mathematics II
    - MATH-J 113 Introduction to Calculus with Applications
    - MATH-M 106
    - MATH-M 118 Finite Mathematics
    - MATH-M 119 Brief Survey of Calculus I
    - MATH-M 120 Brief Survey of Calculus II
    - Any MATH-M 200–299 except MATH-M 247; MATH-M 298
    - Any MATH-M 300–399
    - Any MATH-M 400–499 except MATH-M 491
    - MATH-S 118 Honors Finite Mathematics
    - MATH-S 211
    - MATH-S 212 Honors Calculus II
    - MATH-V 118 Finite Mathematics with Applications
    - MATH-V 119 Applied Brief Calculus I
    - Course approved by director of undergraduate studies.
    MATH-D 116 Introduction to Finite Mathematics I
    
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisites
    Mastery of two years of high school algebra as indicated by an ALEKS score of 40 or higher; or MATH-M 014, MATH-M 018, or MATH-J 111.
    Description
    MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117 is a two-course sequence that covers sets, counting, basic probability, including random variables and expected values, linear systems, matrices, linear programming, and applications.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-A 118, MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118; or MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117.
    MATH-D 117 Introduction to Finite Mathematics II
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisites
    MATH-D 116 or consent of the department
    Notes
    MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117 is a two-course sequence
    Description
    Topics for the course are taken from MATH-M 118. Credit for the College of Arts and Sciences Foundations requirement in Mathematical Modeling or the College's N&M Breadth of Inquiry requirement will be given only upon completion of both MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117 with a passing grade.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-A 118, MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118; or MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117.
    
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    MATH-J 113 Introduction to Calculus with Applications
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    MATH-J 112 with a grade of C- or higher; or consent of department
    Notes
    For Groups students only. MATH-J 113 can count toward the College of Arts and Sciences Foundations requirement in mathematical modeling and the College of Arts and Sciences natural and mathematical sciences Breadth of Inquiry requirement for Groups studentsï»¿
    Description
    A survey of calculus.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 211, or MATH-S 211.
    
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    MATH-M 118 Finite Mathematics
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 014, MATH-M 018, or MATH-J 111
    Description
    Sets, counting, basic probability, including random variables and expected values. Linear systems, matrices, linear programming, and applications.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-A 118, MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118; or MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117.
    
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    MATH-M 119 Brief Survey of Calculus I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra, one year of high school geometry, and pre-calculus as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 025 or MATH-M 027
    Description
    Introduction to calculus. Primarily for students from business and the social sciences.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 211, or MATH-S 211.
    
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    MATH-M 120 Brief Survey of Calculus II
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    MATH-M 119 or MATH-V 119
    Description
    A continuation of MATH-M 119 covering topics in elementary differential equations, calculus of functions of several variables and infinite series. Intended for non-physical science students.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-M 120 or MATH-M 212.
    
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    MATH-S 118 Honors Finite Mathematics
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    Hutton Honors College membership
    Notes
    R: To be successful students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 014, MATH-M 018, or MATH-J 111
    Description
    Designed for students of outstanding ability in mathematics. Covers all material of MATH-M 118 and additional topics from statistics and game theory. Computers may be used in this course, but no previous experience is assumed.
    
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    MATH-S 212 Honors Calculus II
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisites
    MATH-S 211 or consent of department
    Description
    Includes material of MATH-M 212 and supplemental topics. Designed for students of outstanding ability in mathematics.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-M 120, MATH-M 212, or MATH-S 212.
    
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    MATH-V 118 Finite Mathematics with Applications
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 014, MATH-M 018, or MATH-J 111
    Description
    Sets, counting, basic probability, linear modelling, and other discrete topics. Applications to various areas depending on topic. Possibilities include social and biological sciences and consumer mathematics.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-A 118, MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118; or MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117.
    
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    MATH-V 119 Applied Brief Calculus I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra, one year of high school geometry, and pre-calculus as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 025 or MATH-M 027
    Description
    Introduction to calculus. Variable topic course with emphasis on non-business topics and applications. The topic(s) will be listed in the Schedule of Classes each semester.
    Repeatability
    A student may receive credit for only one of the following: MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-V 119.
    
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  2. Additional Math 2. One (1) additional course with a grade of D- or higher:
    - Both of the following:
      - MATH-D 116 Introduction to Finite Mathematics I
      - MATH-D 117 Introduction to Finite Mathematics II
    - MATH-J 113 Introduction to Calculus with Applications
    - MATH-M 106
    - MATH-M 118 Finite Mathematics
    - MATH-M 119 Brief Survey of Calculus I
    - MATH-M 120 Brief Survey of Calculus II
    - Any MATH-M 200–299 except MATH-M 247; MATH-M 298
    - Any MATH-M 300–399
    - Any MATH-M 400–499 except MATH-M 491
    - MATH-S 118 Honors Finite Mathematics
    - MATH-S 211
    - MATH-S 212 Honors Calculus II
    - MATH-V 118 Finite Mathematics with Applications
    - MATH-V 119 Applied Brief Calculus I
    - Course approved by director of undergraduate studies.
    MATH-D 116 Introduction to Finite Mathematics I
    
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisites
    Mastery of two years of high school algebra as indicated by an ALEKS score of 40 or higher; or MATH-M 014, MATH-M 018, or MATH-J 111.
    Description
    MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117 is a two-course sequence that covers sets, counting, basic probability, including random variables and expected values, linear systems, matrices, linear programming, and applications.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-A 118, MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118; or MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117.
    MATH-D 117 Introduction to Finite Mathematics II
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisites
    MATH-D 116 or consent of the department
    Notes
    MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117 is a two-course sequence
    Description
    Topics for the course are taken from MATH-M 118. Credit for the College of Arts and Sciences Foundations requirement in Mathematical Modeling or the College's N&M Breadth of Inquiry requirement will be given only upon completion of both MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117 with a passing grade.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-A 118, MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118; or MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117.
    
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    MATH-J 113 Introduction to Calculus with Applications
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    MATH-J 112 with a grade of C- or higher; or consent of department
    Notes
    For Groups students only. MATH-J 113 can count toward the College of Arts and Sciences Foundations requirement in mathematical modeling and the College of Arts and Sciences natural and mathematical sciences Breadth of Inquiry requirement for Groups studentsï»¿
    Description
    A survey of calculus.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 211, or MATH-S 211.
    
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    MATH-M 118 Finite Mathematics
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 014, MATH-M 018, or MATH-J 111
    Description
    Sets, counting, basic probability, including random variables and expected values. Linear systems, matrices, linear programming, and applications.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-A 118, MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118; or MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117.
    
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    MATH-M 119 Brief Survey of Calculus I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra, one year of high school geometry, and pre-calculus as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 025 or MATH-M 027
    Description
    Introduction to calculus. Primarily for students from business and the social sciences.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 211, or MATH-S 211.
    
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    MATH-M 120 Brief Survey of Calculus II
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    MATH-M 119 or MATH-V 119
    Description
    A continuation of MATH-M 119 covering topics in elementary differential equations, calculus of functions of several variables and infinite series. Intended for non-physical science students.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-M 120 or MATH-M 212.
    
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    MATH-S 118 Honors Finite Mathematics
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    Hutton Honors College membership
    Notes
    R: To be successful students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 014, MATH-M 018, or MATH-J 111
    Description
    Designed for students of outstanding ability in mathematics. Covers all material of MATH-M 118 and additional topics from statistics and game theory. Computers may be used in this course, but no previous experience is assumed.
    
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    MATH-S 212 Honors Calculus II
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisites
    MATH-S 211 or consent of department
    Description
    Includes material of MATH-M 212 and supplemental topics. Designed for students of outstanding ability in mathematics.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-M 120, MATH-M 212, or MATH-S 212.
    
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    MATH-V 118 Finite Mathematics with Applications
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 014, MATH-M 018, or MATH-J 111
    Description
    Sets, counting, basic probability, linear modelling, and other discrete topics. Applications to various areas depending on topic. Possibilities include social and biological sciences and consumer mathematics.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of MATH-A 118, MATH-M 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118; or MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117.
    
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    MATH-V 119 Applied Brief Calculus I
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    R: To be successful, students will demonstrate mastery of two years of high school algebra, one year of high school geometry, and pre-calculus as indicated by an appropriate ALEKS score or completion of MATH-M 025 or MATH-M 027
    Description
    Introduction to calculus. Variable topic course with emphasis on non-business topics and applications. The topic(s) will be listed in the Schedule of Classes each semester.
    Repeatability
    A student may receive credit for only one of the following: MATH-J 113, MATH-M 119, MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-V 119.
    
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2. Natural and Mathematical Sciences Foundation and Lab Combination. One (1) of the following options:
  - N&M One-Course Option. One (1) course:
    - CHEM-C 103 Introduction to Chemical Principles
    - CHEM-C 118 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry II
    - PHYS-H 221 Honors Physics I
    - PHYS-H 222 Honors Physics II
    - PHYS-P 201 General Physics I
    - PHYS-P 202 General Physics II
    - PHYS-P 221 Physics I
    - PHYS-P 222 Physics II
    - ANAT-A 225 Human Anatomy
    - PHSL-P 225 Human Physiology
    CHEM-C 103 Introduction to Chemical Principles
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisites
    None
    Description
    Designed specifically to alleviate deficiencies in chemistry and prepare students for CHEM-C 117-CHEM-C 127. Content includes applications of measurement and chemical formula/equation conversions; modern view of the atom; and solution processes that relate to chemical reactions. Lectures, labs, and discussion sections will emphasize problem-solving strategies.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 103; or CHEM-C 101 and CHEM-C 121.
    
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    CHEM-C 118 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry II
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisites
    CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-C 105; and CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150; or CHEM-S 117
    Description
    Integrated lecture-laboratory course building on principles taught in CHEM-C 117. Topics include solutions, equilibria, electrochemistry, nuclear reactions, and transition metals. Additional topics may include polymers, drug design, and atmospheric chemistry. Focuses on application-based problem solving.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 106 and CHEM-C 126; CHEM-C 118; or CHEM-N 330.
    
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    PHYS-H 221 Honors Physics I
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisites
    Consent of department
    Notes
    P or C: MATH-M 211 or equivalent
    Description
    First semester of a calculus-based sequence in introductory physics, intended primarily for highly motivated and well prepared students. Covers the material of P221 and supplementary topics. Course fee required.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221.
    
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    PHYS-H 222 Honors Physics II
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisites
    PHYS-H 221; or PHYS-P 221 and consent of department
    Description
    Second semester of a calculus-based sequence in introductory physics, intended primarily for highly motivated and well prepared students. Covers the material of PHYS-P 222 and supplementary topics. Course fee required.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222.
    
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    PHYS-P 201 General Physics I
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisites
    None
    Notes
    R: Mastery of high school trigonometry; or MATH-M 026
    Description
    Newtonian mechanics, wave motion, heat, and thermodynamics. Application of physical principles to related scientific disciplines, especially life sciences. Intended for students preparing for careers in the life sciences and the health professions. Three lectures, one discussion section, and one two-hour laboratory period each week.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221.
    
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    PHYS-P 202 General Physics II
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisites
    PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, PHYS-P 221, or high school equivalent
    Notes
    Three lectures, one discussion section, and one two-hour laboratory period each week
    Description
    Electricity and magnetism; geometrical and physical optics; introduction to concepts of relativity, quantum theory, and atomic and nuclear physics.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222.
    
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    PHYS-P 221 Physics I
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisites
    None
    Corequisites
    MATH-M 211 or consent of instructor
    Notes
    First semester of a three-semester, calculus-based sequence intended for science majors. Three lectures, two discussion sections, and one 2-hour lab each week. Physics majors are encouraged to take PHYS-P 221 in the fall semester of the freshman year
    Description
    Newtonian mechanics, oscillations and waves, heat and thermodynamics.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221.
    
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    PHYS-P 222 Physics II
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisites
    PHYS-H 221 or PHYS-P 221; or PHYS-P 201 and consent of instructor
    Corequisites
    MATH-M 212 or consent of instructor
    Notes
    Second semester of a three-semester, calculus-based sequence intended for science majors.Three lectures, two discussion sections, and one 2-hour lab each week. Physics majors are encouraged to take PHYS-P 222 in the spring semester of the freshman year
    Description
    Primarily electricity, magnetism, and geometrical and physical optics.
    Repeatability
    Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222.
    
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    ANAT-A 225 Human Anatomy
    
    Description
    This course presents a systemic approach to studying the human body. Students learn the gross and microscopic anatomy of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, and reproductive. The lab component is face-to-face only and reinforces lecture using models, slides, bones, and cadaver demonstration.
    Additional information
    Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
    
    PHSL-P 225 Human Physiology
    
    Description
    Functional aspects of cells, tissues, organs, and systems in the mammalian organism. Lab instruction will be completed in a face-to-face format.
    Additional information
    Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  - N&M Two-Course Option. Both of the following:
    1. Foundation. One (1) course:
      - ABEH-A 101 Introduction to Animal Behavior
      - BIOL-H 111 Integrated Freshman Learning Experience I
      - BIOL-L 112 Foundations of Biology: Biological Mechanisms
      - CHEM-C 101 Elementary Chemistry I
      - CHEM-C 102 Elementary Chemistry II
      - CHEM-C 105 Principles of Chemistry I
      - CHEM-C 106 Principles of Chemistry II
      - CHEM-C 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I
      - CHEM-H 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I, Honors
      - CHEM-J 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry for Science Majors
      - COGS-Q 240 Philosophical Foundations of the Cognitive and Information Sciences
      - STAT-S 350 Introduction to Statistical Inference
      - CSCI-C 200 Introduction to Computers and Programming
      - CSCI-C 211 Introduction to Computer Science
      - INFO-I 101 Introduction to Informatics
      ABEH-A 101 Introduction to Animal Behavior
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      None
      Description
      Provides students with a general introduction to the scientific study of animal behavior, including a broad overview of how developmental, physiological, and ecological factors determine behaviors and the evolutionary forces that shape those behaviors.
      
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      BIOL-H 111 Integrated Freshman Learning Experience I
      
      Credits
      4
      Prerequisites
      Permission of IFLE Director/Biology Department
      Description
      Intensive seminar/laboratory experience exploring the interdisciplinary nature of the modern life sciences. The course will revolve around a central question chosen by the students and will analyze how life scientists from biochemistry, cellular/molecular biology, and neuroscience might contribute to the common understanding of a fundamental problem.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of BIOL-E 112, BIOL-H 111, BIOL-L 100, BIOL-L 104, BIOL-L 112, or BIOL-Q 201.
      
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      BIOL-L 112 Foundations of Biology: Biological Mechanisms
      
      Credits
      4
      Prerequisites
      None
      Notes
      R: Previous or concurrent enrollment in CHEM-C 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-H 117, or CHEM-S 117
      Description
      Integrated picture of manner in which organisms at diverse levels of organization meet problems in maintaining and propagating life.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of BIOL-E 112, BIOL-H 111, BIOL-L 100, BIOL-L 104, BIOL-L 112, BIOL-Q 201.
      
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      CHEM-C 101 Elementary Chemistry I
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      None
      Notes
      Usually taken concurrently with CHEM-C 121
      Description
      Essential principles of chemistry, atomic and molecular structure, bonding, properties and reactions of elements and compounds, stoichiometry, solutions, and acids and bases. For students who are not planning careers in the sciences and for those with no previous coursework in chemistry.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 101 or CHEM-C 103.
      
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      CHEM-C 102 Elementary Chemistry II
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      CHEM-C 101
      Notes
      Usually taken concurrently with CHEM-C 122
      Description
      Continuation of CHEM-C 101. The chemistry of organic compounds and their reactions followed by an extensive introduction to biochemistry.
      
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      CHEM-C 105 Principles of Chemistry I
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      None
      Description
      Basic principles, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, atomic and molecular structure, gases, solution, and topics in descriptive chemistry.
      
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      CHEM-C 106 Principles of Chemistry II
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      None
      Description
      Chemical equilibria with emphasis on acids, bases, solubility, electrochemistry, elementary thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, and selected topics in descriptive chemistry.
      
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      CHEM-C 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      (CHEM-C 101 and CHEM-C 121) or CHEM-C 103 or (chemistry placement examinations and consent of the department)
      Description
      Lecture course covering basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry, basic mathematical and conceptual principles in atomic structure and periodic properties, molecular structure, chemical bonding, energy (thermochemistry), kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamics.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of the following: CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117.
      
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      CHEM-H 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I, Honors
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      Chemistry placement examination; and consent of department
      Description
      An honors course for students with unusual aptitude or preparation. Covers basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry, basic mathematical and conceptual principles in atomic structure and periodic properties, molecular structure, chemical bonding, energy (thermochemistry), kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamics.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 117, or CHEM-H 117.
      
      CHEM-J 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry for Science Majors
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      Chemistry placement examination; and consent of the department
      Description
      A course for well-prepared science majors. Lecture course covering basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
      COGS-Q 240 Philosophical Foundations of the Cognitive and Information Sciences
      
      Credits
      4
      Prerequisites
      None
      Description
      Foundational introduction to the cognitive and information sciences. The primary themes are: (1) causal issues such as functional and computational architecture (e.g., modularity, effectiveness, and implementation, analog/digital), neuroscience, and embodied dynamics; and (2) semantic issues such as meaning, representation, content, and information flow. The role of both themes in logic, perception, computation, cognition, and consciousness. Throughout, an emphasis on writing, analysis, and exposition.
      
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      STAT-S 350 Introduction to Statistical Inference
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      One of the following: (1) (MATH-M 118, MATH-A 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118, or [MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117]) and (MATH-M 119, MATH-J 113, or MATH-V 119) and (STAT-H 100, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 100, STAT-S 211, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, STAT-S 303, ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-E 265, MATH-M 365, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, or SPH-Q 381); (2) or (MATH-M 119 and MATH-X 201); (3) or MATH-M 211; or (4) (MATH-M 212 or MATH-S 212); (5) or consent of instructor
      Description
      Explores the formulation of statistical inference using probability models. Addresses point estimation, hypothesis testing, and set estimation for various models, including 1-, 2-, and K-sample location problems, goodness-of-fit, correlation and regression.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of STAT-S 320 or STAT-S 350.
      
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      CSCI-C 200 Introduction to Computers and Programming
      
      Description
      This course is an introduction, broadly, to algorithmic thinking and, specifically, to programming. It teaches the basics of programming using real world applications in natural, physical and social sciences. Students will develop ability to program by identifying problems in real world and then creating a program that solves the problem.
      Additional information
      Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
      
      CSCI-C 211 Introduction to Computer Science
      
      Description
      A first course in computer science for those intending to take advanced computer science courses. Introduction to programming and to algorithm design and analysis. Using the Scheme programming language, the course covers several programming paradigms. Lecture and laboratory.
      Additional information
      Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
      
      INFO-I 101 Introduction to Informatics
      
      Description
      Problem solving with information technology; introduction to information representation, relational databases, system design, propositional logic, cutting edge technologies; CPU, operating systems, networks; laboratory emphasizing information technology including webpage design, word processing, and databases using tools available on campus.
      Additional information
      Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
    2. Lab. One (1) course:
      - ABEH-A 350 Animal Behavior Laboratory
      - BIOL-H 112 Integrated Freshman Learning Experience II
      - BIOL-L 113 Biology Laboratory
      - BIOL-X 150 ASURE Biology Research Lab 1
      - CHEM-C 121 Elementary Chemistry Laboratory I
      - CHEM-C 122 Elementary Chemistry Laboratory II
      - CHEM-C 125 Experimental Chemistry I
      - CHEM-C 126 Experimental Chemistry II
      - CHEM-C 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory
      - CHEM-H 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory, Honors
      - CHEM-X 150 ASURE Chemistry Research Lab I
      - COGS-Q 260 Programming for the Cognitive and Information Sciences
      - STAT-S 352 Data Modeling and Inference
      - CSCI-C 241 Discrete Structures for Computer Science
      - INFO-I 123 Data Fluency
      ABEH-A 350 Animal Behavior Laboratory
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      ABEH-A101 or BIOL-Z460
      Description
      Teaches how to observe, quantify, and manipulate animal behavior in a laboratory setting. Practices fundamental experimental techniques used in ethological research.
      BIOL-H 112 Integrated Freshman Learning Experience II
      
      Credits
      4
      Prerequisites
      BIOL-H 111
      Description
      Continuation of BIOL-H 111. Intensive seminar/laboratory experience exploring the interdisciplinary nature of the modern life sciences. The course will revolve around a central question chosen by the students and will analyze how life scientists from biochemistry, cellular/molecular biology, and neuroscience might contribute to the common understanding of a fundamental problem.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of BIOL-H 112 or BIOL-L 113.
      
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      BIOL-L 113 Biology Laboratory
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      None
      Notes
      P or C: BIOL-L 112. R: BIOL-L 111
      Description
      Laboratory experiments in various aspects of biology, with a focus on investigative logic and methods. Introduces aspects of cell biology, genetics, and evolutionary biology. Should not be taken during first semester of residence unless credit has been earned for both BIOL-E 111 and BIOL-E 112.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of BIOL-H 112 or BIOL-L 113.
      
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      BIOL-X 150 ASURE Biology Research Lab 1
      
      Credits
      4
      Prerequisites
      None
      Description
      First in a two-lab sequence for students in the Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience (ASURE) program. Students engage in guided research in an area related to the ongoing research of a faculty member. The specific topic of the class will vary by section and be determined by the faculty member associated with the section.
      CHEM-C 121 Elementary Chemistry Laboratory I
      
      Credits
      2
      Prerequisites
      None
      Notes
      P or C: CHEM-C 101
      Description
      Introduction to the techniques and reasoning of experimental chemistry. Emphasis is given to study of physical and chemical properties of inorganic compounds.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 101 and CHEM-C 121; or CHEM-C 103.
      
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      CHEM-C 122 Elementary Chemistry Laboratory II
      
      Credits
      2
      Prerequisites
      CHEM-C 101 and CHEM-C 121
      Notes
      P or C: CHEM-C 102
      Description
      Continuation of CHEM-C 121. Emphasis on organic and biochemical experimental techniques.
      
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      CHEM-C 125 Experimental Chemistry I
      
      Credits
      2
      Prerequisites
      None
      Description
      Introduction to laboratory experimentation, with particular emphasis on the collection and use of experimental data, some properties of solutions, stoichiometry, and synthesis.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H127, or CHEM-X 150
      
      CHEM-C 126 Experimental Chemistry II
      
      Credits
      2
      Prerequisites
      None
      Description
      A continuation of CHEM-C 125 with emphasis on: equilibria; qualitative analysis; acids and bases; and oxidation reduction, including electrochemistry, chemical kinetics, and synthesis.
      
      CHEM-C 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory
      
      Credits
      2
      Prerequisites
      None
      Notes
      P or C: CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117 or CHEM-J 117.
      Description
      Basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry that align with the topics in CHEM-C 117. Chemical bonding (atomic structure, molecular structure, molecular orbital theory, and non-covalent interactions), macroscopic properties (energy, kinetics, equilibrium, and thermodynamics). Hands-on laboratory techniques in chemistry necessary for success in later chemistry laboratory courses, especially organic chemistry.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150.
      
      CHEM-H 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory, Honors
      
      Credits
      2
      Prerequisites
      None
      Notes
      P or C: CHEM-H 117 or CHEM-J 117
      Description
      Basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry that align with the topics in CHEM-J 117 and CHEM-H 117. Hands-on laboratory techniques in chemistry necessary for success in later chemistry laboratory courses, including course-based undergraduate research project.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150
      
      CHEM-X 150 ASURE Chemistry Research Lab I
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      None
      Notes
      P or C: CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, or CHEM-J 117 with a grade of C- or higher
      Description
      First in a two-lab sequence for students in the Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience (ASURE) program. Students engage in guided research in teams. The research area of the class will vary by section and be determined by the faculty member associated with the section.
      Repeatability
      Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150.
      
      COGS-Q 260 Programming for the Cognitive and Information Sciences
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      None
      Notes
      R: Mastery of two years of high school algebra or the equivalent
      Description
      Students will learn to write simple computer programs. Programming assignments will focus on the implementation of an important class of models from cognitive science, such as neural networks or production systems.
      
      STAT-S 352 Data Modeling and Inference
      
      Credits
      3
      Prerequisites
      STAT-S 320 or STAT-S 350; or consent of instructor
      Description
      Intermediate-level survey of resampling, likelihood, and Bayesian methods of statistical inference. Distributional models of various data types. Categorical, count, time-to-event, time series, linear models, and hierarchical regression models.
      
      CSCI-C 241 Discrete Structures for Computer Science
      
      Description
      Induction and recursive programs, running time, asymptotic notations, combinatorics and discrete probability, trees and lists, the relational data model, graph algorithms, propositional and predicate logic.
      Additional information
      Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
      
      INFO-I 123 Data Fluency
      
      Description
      Data is big. Data is everywhere. How can we possibly be expected to keep up in a world full of data, much of which is data about ourselves? This class provides fundamental skills for the 21st century: understanding data, extracting knowledge from data, generating predictions from data and presenting data.
      Additional information
      Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
3. Natural and Mathematical Sciences Breadth. One (1) of the following options:
  - Two (2) additional courses from the Additional Math 1 list
  - At least five (5) additional credits:
    - Animal Behavior
    - Anthropology
    - Biology
    - Chemistry
    - Cognitive Sciences
    - History and Philosophy of Science and Medicine
    - Physics
    - Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
    - Statistics
    - Anatomy
    - Computer Science
    - Informatics
    - Medical Sciences
    - Physiology
  ABEH-A 101 Introduction to Animal Behavior
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Provides students with a general introduction to the scientific study of animal behavior, including a broad overview of how developmental, physiological, and ecological factors determine behaviors and the evolutionary forces that shape those behaviors.
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  ABEH-A 200 Workshop in Animal Behavior
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Animal behavior major
  Description
  Introduces a range of research topics within animal behavior. Provides information on general experimental methods and design, and on potential research opportunities in the field.
  
  ABEH-A 350 Animal Behavior Laboratory
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  ABEH-A101 or BIOL-Z460
  Description
  Teaches how to observe, quantify, and manipulate animal behavior in a laboratory setting. Practices fundamental experimental techniques used in ethological research.
  
  ABEH-A 401 Topical Issues in Animal Behavior
  
  Credits
  1–3 credit hours
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Topics related to the scientific study of animal behavior not studied extensively in other courses. Topics vary.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated up to 3 times with a different topic for a maximum of 9 credit hours.
  ANTH-A 211 Anthropology Topics in the Natural and Mathematical Sciences
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Selected topics in anthropology that explore human interaction with physical and biological environments, or apply scientific methodology to anthropological questions. May emphasize human evolution and biology, nutrition, forensics, non-human primates, technology, archaeometry, and other scientific measurement, experimentation, and inquiry as it relates to anthropological study.
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  ANTH-B 200 Bioanthropology
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Introduction to the natural history of humans (Homo sapiens). Includes coverage of evolutionary theory and its relevance for understanding contemporary human biology, genetics and inheritance, description and analysis of human biological variation and adaptation, human-environment biocultural interactions, similarities and differences between humans and non-human primates, and the fossil record for primate and human evolution.
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  ANTH-B 260 Biocultural Medical Anthropology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  A survey of health and disease from a biocultural perspective, which incorporates the evolutionary, ecological, and sociocultural context of health and disease to answer such questions as why we get sick and why there is population variation in the risk of becoming sick. Topics include reproductive, infectious, and chronic diseases.
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  ANTH-B 301 Laboratory in Bioanthropology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  ANTH-B 200; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Covers the methods and techniques of bioanthropology. Emphasis is on developing and testing evolutionary hypotheses using contemporary methods. Includes laboratory investigations of human skeletal biology including age and sex determinations and forensic identification; human paleontological and primate observations; variability in living populations including anthropometry, genetics, bloodtyping, demography; among others.
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  ANTH-B 312 Evolutionary Medicine
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  ANTH-B 200; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Incorporates principles from evolutionary theory into our understanding of various infectious and chronic diseases common to human populations both past and present. Although proximate mechanisms involving physiology and behavior will be discussed, the focus will be to determine why such mechanisms have evolved in the first place.
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  ANTH-B 333 Chimpanzee Biology: Anatomy, Evolution, Ecology, and Physiology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: ANTH-B 111
  Description
  Surveys biological research on the chimpanzee. Examines chimpanzee taxonomy, habitat, digestive physiology, anatomy, embryology, evolutionary history, genetics, hormones, neuroanatomy and reproduction. Demonstrates how chimpanzee biology is part of a unified whole and how research on chimpanzees helps us better understand nature, including the place of humans in the natural world.
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  ANTH-B 340 Hormones and Human Behavior
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  At least junior standing; or consent of instructor
  Notes
  R: College-level introductory biology course or ANTH-B 200
  Description
  Reviews the roles of hormones in the evolution and expression of human and nonhuman animal behaviors. Emphasis placed on behaviors associated with aggression, stress, mating, and parenting. Particularly relevant for students interested in human health and the environment.
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  ANTH-B 368 The Evolution of Primate Social Behavior
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Major patterns of social organization in the order Primates, with focus on several important primate species. Examination of Darwinian theories of behavioral evolution. Particular attention paid to the influence of food-getting and diet on social behavior.
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  ANTH-B 370 Human Variation
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  ANTH-B 200; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Explores the variation within and between human populations in morphology (anatomy), physiology, genetics, and behavior with a focus on evolutionary processes acting on humans in the past, present and future to shape our body and genes.
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  ANTH-B 466 The Primates
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  ANTH-A 107, ANTH-B 200, or ANTH-B 301; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Paleontology, functional morphology, behavior, and natural history of the infrahuman primates. Emphasis on behavioral and ecological correlates of morphology.
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  ANTH-B 470 Human Adaptation: Biological Approaches
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Examines the concept of adaptation within the framework of bioanthropology, anthropology, and other disciplines. Focuses on individual and population responses to heat, cold, solar radiation, high altitude, and nutritional and disease stress.
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  ANTH-P 301 Archaeological Methods and Analyses
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  ANTH-P P200; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Specific field or laboratory methods for collecting and analyzing archaeological materials and data within a framework of answering research questions about the past. Topics vary: dating, materials science, subsistence indicators, archaeological survey.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated with a different topic for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
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  ANTH-P 380 Prehistoric Diet and Nutrition
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  How the long-term history of human diet has influenced our genetic, physiological, cultural, and socioeconomic development. Evolutionary and ecological perspectives on modern human diet and nutrition, including survey of modern human and nonhuman primate diets and the record of prehistoric human diet and methods of dietary reconstruction.
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  ANTH-P 385 Lithic Technological Organization
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  This course offers intensive coverage of lithic artifact analysis. Lectures, discussions, and laboratory provide students with hands-on experience with analytical techniques and training in how to place the techniques into the broader field of anthropological interpretation.
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  ANTH-P 390 Geoarchaeology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  An exploration of the dynamic process of archaeological site formation, including stratigraphy. Focus on geoarchaeological approaches to archaeological materials, site context, and environment, and how these approaches help us understand prehistoric lifeways.
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  ANTH-P 425 Faunal Osteology
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Lecture and laboratory introduction to the preparation, collection, identification, and interpretation of faunal specimens from archaeological sites. Also includes an introduction to forensic identifications and to zooarchaeological literature.
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  BIOL-B 300 Vascular Plants
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  One introductory biology course
  Description
  Survey of the ferns, gymnosperms, and flowering plants, including their morphology, classification, ecology, evolution, and economic importance.
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  BIOL-B 364 Summer Flowering Plants
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  One introductory biology course
  Description
  For those desiring a broad, practical knowledge of common wild and cultivated plants.
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  BIOL-B 368 Ethnobotany
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 111
  Description
  Plants in relation to man with primary emphasis on food plants.
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  BIOL-L 112 Foundations of Biology: Biological Mechanisms
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: Previous or concurrent enrollment in CHEM-C 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-H 117, or CHEM-S 117
  Description
  Integrated picture of manner in which organisms at diverse levels of organization meet problems in maintaining and propagating life.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-E 112, BIOL-H 111, BIOL-L 100, BIOL-L 104, BIOL-L 112, BIOL-Q 201.
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  BIOL-L 113 Biology Laboratory
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  P or C: BIOL-L 112. R: BIOL-L 111
  Description
  Laboratory experiments in various aspects of biology, with a focus on investigative logic and methods. Introduces aspects of cell biology, genetics, and evolutionary biology. Should not be taken during first semester of residence unless credit has been earned for both BIOL-E 111 and BIOL-E 112.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-H 112 or BIOL-L 113.
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  BIOL-L 211 Molecular Biology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112; and CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
  Description
  Covers structure and function of DNA and RNA; DNA replication, mechanisms of mutation, repair, recombination, and transposition; mechanisms and regulation of gene expression; and the genetic code, transcription, and translation. Introduces bacteriophages, plasmids, and the technology of recombinant DNA.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211.
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  BIOL-L 222 The City as Ecosystem
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Principles of ecosystem ecology and their application to the sustainable use of energy and resources in urban and agricultural ecosystems, with emphasis on the integration of environmental, social, and economic concerns.
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  BIOL-L 322 Writing Workshop in Biology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 111 or BIOL-L 112
  Description
  Development of scientific writing styles and techniques to help students learn about complex phenomena, sharpen thought processes used in evaluating complicated data, and develop skills essential for communicating intricate ideas and concepts. Research reports will be regularly reviewed by the instructor, and in the context of cooperative learning groups.
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  BIOL-L 330 Biology of the Cell
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Any college biology course
  Notes
  R: College chemistry
  Description
  Not open to biology majors. The structure and function of animal, plant, and microbial cells, with attention to membranes and biologically important molecules. Will include the function of nerves, muscles, and the immune system.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-L 312 or BIOL-L 330.
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  BIOL-L 340 Biology of Sexual Diversity
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Introduces biological processes underlying sex-related variation in anatomy, physiology, and behavior. Includes discussions of sexual differentiation in organisms ranging from yeast to human. Addresses functional (evolutionary/ecological) and mechanistic (developmental/physiological) explanations for sexual variation.
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  BIOL-L 350 Environmental Biology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  Not open to biology majors
  Description
  Interactions of human beings with other elements of the biosphere with emphasis on population, community, and ecosystem levels of ecology.
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  BIOL-L 369 Heredity, Evolution, and Society
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Junior or senior standing
  Notes
  Not open to biology majors
  Description
  Basic concepts and principles of evolution, heredity, and individual development. Problems of the individual and society raised by present and future genetic knowledge and technology.
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  BIOL-M 250 Microbiology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  One semester of college chemistry
  Notes
  R: BIOL-L 211. Does not count as an upper-level lecture in the Biology B.A. major or Biology B.S. degree
  Description
  Application of fundamental principles to the study of microorganisms. Significance of microorganisms to humans and their environment.
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  BIOL-M 250 Microbiology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  One semester of college chemistry
  Notes
  R: BIOL-L 211
  Description
  Application of fundamental principles to the study of microorganisms. Significance of microorganisms to humans and their environment. Does not count as an upper-level lecture in the Biology B.A. major or Biology B.S. degree.
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  BIOL-M 430 Virology Lecture
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-L 211 or BIOL-S 211
  Notes
  R: BIOL-L 311 and BIOL-L 312
  Description
  Viruses of plants, animals (including humans), and bacteria; emphasis on molecular biology of viral systems. Viruses and human disease such as cancer and AIDS; viruses and their evolution.
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  BIOL-S 211 Molecular Biology, Honors
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-H 111 or BIOL-L 112; and CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
  Notes
  R: CHEM-C 341 concurrent
  Description
  Covers structure and function of DNA and RNA; DNA replication, mechanisms of mutation, repair, recombination, and transposition; mechanisms and regulation of gene expression; and the genetic code, transcription, and translation. Introduces bacteriophages, plasmids, and the technology of recombinant DNA. Course will be taught at an honors level.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of BIOL-S 211 or BIOL-L 211.
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  BIOL-X 325 ASURE Biology Research Lab 2
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  BIOL-X 150
  Description
  Second in a two-lab sequence for students in the Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience (ASURE) program. Students continue guided research in an area related to the ongoing research of a faculty member. The specific topic of the class will vary by section and be determined by the faculty member associated with the section.
  CHEM-C 101 Elementary Chemistry I
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  Usually taken concurrently with CHEM-C 121
  Description
  Essential principles of chemistry, atomic and molecular structure, bonding, properties and reactions of elements and compounds, stoichiometry, solutions, and acids and bases. For students who are not planning careers in the sciences and for those with no previous coursework in chemistry.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 101 or CHEM-C 103.
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  CHEM-C 102 Elementary Chemistry II
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 101
  Notes
  Usually taken concurrently with CHEM-C 122
  Description
  Continuation of CHEM-C 101. The chemistry of organic compounds and their reactions followed by an extensive introduction to biochemistry.
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  CHEM-C 103 Introduction to Chemical Principles
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Designed specifically to alleviate deficiencies in chemistry and prepare students for CHEM-C 117-CHEM-C 127. Content includes applications of measurement and chemical formula/equation conversions; modern view of the atom; and solution processes that relate to chemical reactions. Lectures, labs, and discussion sections will emphasize problem-solving strategies.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 103; or CHEM-C 101 and CHEM-C 121.
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  CHEM-C 105 Principles of Chemistry I
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Basic principles, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, atomic and molecular structure, gases, solution, and topics in descriptive chemistry.
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  CHEM-C 106 Principles of Chemistry II
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Chemical equilibria with emphasis on acids, bases, solubility, electrochemistry, elementary thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, and selected topics in descriptive chemistry.
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  CHEM-C 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  (CHEM-C 101 and CHEM-C 121) or CHEM-C 103 or (chemistry placement examinations and consent of the department)
  Description
  Lecture course covering basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry, basic mathematical and conceptual principles in atomic structure and periodic properties, molecular structure, chemical bonding, energy (thermochemistry), kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamics.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of the following: CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117.
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  CHEM-C 118 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry II
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-C 105; and CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150; or CHEM-S 117
  Description
  Integrated lecture-laboratory course building on principles taught in CHEM-C 117. Topics include solutions, equilibria, electrochemistry, nuclear reactions, and transition metals. Additional topics may include polymers, drug design, and atmospheric chemistry. Focuses on application-based problem solving.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 106 and CHEM-C 126; CHEM-C 118; or CHEM-N 330.
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  CHEM-C 118 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry II
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-C 105; and CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150; or CHEM-S 117
  Description
  Integrated lecture-laboratory course building on principles taught in CHEM-C 117. Topics include solutions, equilibria, electrochemistry, nuclear reactions, and transition metals. Additional topics may include polymers, drug design, and atmospheric chemistry. Focuses on application-based problem solving.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 106 and CHEM-C 126; CHEM-C 118; or CHEM-N 330.
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  CHEM-C 121 Elementary Chemistry Laboratory I
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  P or C: CHEM-C 101
  Description
  Introduction to the techniques and reasoning of experimental chemistry. Emphasis is given to study of physical and chemical properties of inorganic compounds.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 101 and CHEM-C 121; or CHEM-C 103.
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  CHEM-C 122 Elementary Chemistry Laboratory II
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 101 and CHEM-C 121
  Notes
  P or C: CHEM-C 102
  Description
  Continuation of CHEM-C 121. Emphasis on organic and biochemical experimental techniques.
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  CHEM-C 125 Experimental Chemistry I
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Introduction to laboratory experimentation, with particular emphasis on the collection and use of experimental data, some properties of solutions, stoichiometry, and synthesis.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H127, or CHEM-X 150
  
  CHEM-C 126 Experimental Chemistry II
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  A continuation of CHEM-C 125 with emphasis on: equilibria; qualitative analysis; acids and bases; and oxidation reduction, including electrochemistry, chemical kinetics, and synthesis.
  
  CHEM-C 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  P or C: CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117 or CHEM-J 117.
  Description
  Basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry that align with the topics in CHEM-C 117. Chemical bonding (atomic structure, molecular structure, molecular orbital theory, and non-covalent interactions), macroscopic properties (energy, kinetics, equilibrium, and thermodynamics). Hands-on laboratory techniques in chemistry necessary for success in later chemistry laboratory courses, especially organic chemistry.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150.
  CHEM-C 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-C 243, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
  Description
  Chemistry of carbon compounds. Nomenclature; qualitative theory of valence; structure and reactions. Syntheses and reactions of major classes of monofunctional compounds.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341.
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  CHEM-C 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, CHEM-S 341, or CHEM-R 340 with a grade of C- or higher
  Description
  Syntheses and reactions of polyfunctional compounds, natural and industrial products.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341; and CHEM-C 342, CHEM-J 342, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 342.
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  CHEM-C 360 Introductory Physical Chemistry
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 117, or CHEM-C 243; and MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 212, or MATH-S 212; and PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221
  Description
  Elements of thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, molecular quantum states, and spectroscopy. For students not intending to specialize in physical sciences.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 360 or CHEM-C 361.
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  CHEM-C 361 Physical Chemistry of Bulk Matter
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 106, CHEM-S 106, CHEM-C 243, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117; and MATH-M 212 or MATH-S 212; and PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222.
  Description
  Thermodynamics laws, free energy and chemical potentials, gases and dilute solutions, phase transitions, colligative properties, chemical equilibria, ionic solutions, chemical kinetics and transport processes, current topics.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 360 or CHEM-C 361.
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  CHEM-C 362 Physical Chemistry of Molecules
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-C 243, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 106, or CHEM-S 117; and MATH-M 212 or MATH-S 212; and PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222
  Notes
  R: CHEM-N 331 and MATH-M 311
  Description
  Quantum states and spectroscopy of molecules, statistical thermodynamics, and elementary kinetic theory, current topics.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 360 or CHEM-C 362.
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  CHEM-C 383 Human Biochemistry
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, CHEM-S 341, or CHEM-R 340 with a grade of C- or higher
  Description
  Introduction to macromolecular structure, central metabolism, and chemical basis of biological information flow.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 383, CHEM-C 483, or CHEM-C 484.
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  CHEM-C 430 Inorganic Chemistry
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 106, CHEM-N 330, or CHEM-N 331
  Notes
  R: CHEM-C 362
  Description
  Structure and bonding of inorganic compounds; survey of chemistry of the Periodic Table, group theory, electronic spectroscopy of coordination compounds, organometallic compounds, catalysis, mechanisms, and reactions.
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  CHEM-C 460 Nuclear Chemistry
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  P or C: CHEM-C 360, CHEM-C 361, or CHEM-C 362
  Description
  Fundamentals of nuclear behavior; nuclear properties, radioactive decay, and nuclear reactions; applications of nuclear phenomena, biological effects of radiation, nuclear analytical techniques, tracers, radioisotope dating, nuclear power, and the origin of the chemical elements.
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  CHEM-C 483 Biological Chemistry
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 342, CHEM-J 342, CHEM-S 342 or CHEM-R 340
  Description
  Introduction to structure, chemical properties, and interrelationships of biological substances.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 383, CHEM-C 483, or CHEM-C 484.
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  CHEM-C 484 Biomolecules and Catabolism
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 342, CHEM-J 342, or CHEM-S 342
  Description
  Structure and function of cellular components and the generation of phosphate-bond energy.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 383, CHEM-C 483, or CHEM-C 484.
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  CHEM-C 485 Biosynthetic Pathways and Control of Metabolism
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-C 484
  Description
  Biosynthetic pathways, control of metabolism, and drug design.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 483; or CHEM-C 484 and CHEM-C 485.
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  CHEM-H 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I, Honors
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Chemistry placement examination; and consent of department
  Description
  An honors course for students with unusual aptitude or preparation. Covers basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry, basic mathematical and conceptual principles in atomic structure and periodic properties, molecular structure, chemical bonding, energy (thermochemistry), kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamics.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 117, or CHEM-H 117.
  
  CHEM-H 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory, Honors
  
  Credits
  2
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  P or C: CHEM-H 117 or CHEM-J 117
  Description
  Basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry that align with the topics in CHEM-J 117 and CHEM-H 117. Hands-on laboratory techniques in chemistry necessary for success in later chemistry laboratory courses, including course-based undergraduate research project.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150
  CHEM-H 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures, Honors
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Grade of B+ or higher in CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117; or consent of instructor
  Description
  For students with unusually good aptitude or preparation. Chemistry of carbon compounds. Nomenclature; qualitative theory of valence; structure and reactions. Syntheses and reactions of major classes of monofunctional compounds.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341.
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  CHEM-H 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures, Honors
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CHEM-H 341 or CHEM-S 341
  Description
  Special course for students with unusually good aptitude or preparation, covering same subject matter as CHEM-C 342.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 342, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 342.
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  CHEM-J 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry for Science Majors
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  Chemistry placement examination; and consent of the department
  Description
  A course for well-prepared science majors. Lecture course covering basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
  
  CHEM-X 150 ASURE Chemistry Research Lab I
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  P or C: CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, or CHEM-J 117 with a grade of C- or higher
  Description
  First in a two-lab sequence for students in the Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience (ASURE) program. Students engage in guided research in teams. The research area of the class will vary by section and be determined by the faculty member associated with the section.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150.
  COGS-Q 101 Introduction to Cognitive Science
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Introduction to the study of the human mind and intelligent systems using an integrative approach. Explores the nature of intelligence through simulations, robots, human experiments and philosophical inquiry. Topics include perception, consciousness, mental representations, and models of cognition and brain anatomy as each relates to cognition. Provides an overview for those students considering a major in Cognitive Science or a related field.
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  COGS-Q 101 Introduction to Cognitive Science
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Introduction to the study of the human mind and intelligent systems using an integrative approach. Explores the nature of intelligence through simulations, robots, human experiments and philosophical inquiry. Topics include perception, consciousness, mental representations, and models of cognition and brain anatomy as each relates to cognition. Provides an overview for those students considering a major in Cognitive Science or a related field.
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  COGS-Q 240 Philosophical Foundations of the Cognitive and Information Sciences
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Foundational introduction to the cognitive and information sciences. The primary themes are: (1) causal issues such as functional and computational architecture (e.g., modularity, effectiveness, and implementation, analog/digital), neuroscience, and embodied dynamics; and (2) semantic issues such as meaning, representation, content, and information flow. The role of both themes in logic, perception, computation, cognition, and consciousness. Throughout, an emphasis on writing, analysis, and exposition.
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  COGS-Q 260 Programming for the Cognitive and Information Sciences
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: Mastery of two years of high school algebra or the equivalent
  Description
  Students will learn to write simple computer programs. Programming assignments will focus on the implementation of an important class of models from cognitive science, such as neural networks or production systems.
  COGS-Q 301 Brain and Cognition
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: PSY-P 101
  Description
  An introduction to the neural mechanisms underlying complex cognition, and a survey of topics in neuroscience related to cognition. The course provides a solid background in human biopsychology.
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  COGS-Q 320 Computation in the Cognitive and Information Sciences
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  COGS-Q 260, CSCI-C 200, CSCI-C 211, or CSCI-H 211 with a grade of B or higher
  Description
  Develop computer programming skills, learn to write programs that simulate cognitive processes, and run experiments with human subjects. The relation between computation and intelligence and a selection of approaches from artificial intelligence will be explored.
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  COGS-Q 350 Mathematics and Logic for the Cognitive and Information Sciences
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: Mastery of two years of high school algebra or the equivalent
  Description
  An introduction to the suite of mathematical and logical tools used in the cognitive and information sciences, including finite mathematics, automata and computability theory, elementary probability, and statistics, together with short introductions to formal semantics and dynamical systems.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of COGS-Q 350 or COGS-Q 250.
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  COGS-Q 351 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Computer Simulation
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  CSCI-C 211, CSCI-H 211, or consent of instructor
  Description
  A survey of techniques for machine intelligence and their relation to human intelligence. Topics include modeling techniques, neural networks and parallel processing systems, problem-solving methods, knowledge representation, expert systems, vision, heuristics, production systems, speech perception, and natural language understanding. Students who have completed both COGS-C 463 and COGS-C 464 are exempted from taking this course.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of COGS-Q 351 or CSCI-B 351.
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  COGS-Q 355 Neural Networks and the Brain
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  COGS-Q 260, CSCI-C 211, or CSCI-H 211 with a grade of B or higher; and one of COGS-Q 350, COGS-Q 351, or CSCI-B 351; or consent of instructor
  Description
  An overview of common neural networks, especially deep learning. Practical computer programming exercises, mainly in Python, provide training in how to implement neural networks to solve real-world problems. Students will be able to implement practical neural network solutions and evaluate their suitability as models of the brain and cognition.
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  COGS-Q 370 Experiments and Models in Cognition
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  COGS-Q 260, CSCI-C 200, CSCI-C 211, of CSCI-H 211 with a grade of B or higher
  Notes
  R: Mastery of two years of high school algebra or the equivalent; PSY-K 300 or equivalent familiarity with statistics
  Description
  This course develops tools for studying mind and intelligence, including experimental techniques, and mathematical and computational models of human behavior. Topics include neural structures for cognition, attention, perception, memory, problem solving, judgment, decision making, and consciousness. Students will design and analyze laboratory experiments and apply formal models to the results.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of COGS-Q 270 or COGS-Q 370.
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  HPSC-X 200 Scientific Reasoning
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Patterns of scientific reasoning presented in a simple form useful to both nonscientists and prospective scientists for understanding and evaluating scientific information of all sorts. Illustrations in the natural, biological, behavioral, and biomedical sciences are drawn from a wide variety of historical and contemporary sources, including popular magazines and newspapers.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
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  HPSC-X 226 Issues in Science: Natural and Mathematical
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Individual sections will vary in the central issue to be discussed, but all will engage in an examination of some issue concerning the logic and methods of the natural and mathematical sciences, with a view toward understanding those methods and the role they play in scientific theorizing generally. Designed to investigate the evidence and arguments related to different positions on the role or value of such methods in science.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated with a different topic for a total of 6 credit hours.
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  HPSC-X 227 Computers Limited: What Computers Cannot Do
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Acquaints learners with the logical limits of computation and with their migration into physics from the framework of the foundations of mathematics within which they were originally conceived.
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  HPSC-X 229 History and Philosophy of Modern Physics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Introduction to foundational concepts in statistical mechanics, quantum mechanics, special relativity and general relativity. Discussion of philosophical issues concerning the nature of the material world and the process of scientific inquiry. Emphasis on developing writing skills and the ability to present complex ideas clearly and critically.
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  HPSC-X 305 History and Philosophy of Medicine
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  The history of public health and medicine from ancient to modern times. Addresses a selection of historical, philosophical and ethical problems including medical understandings of the body; ideas about the nature and causes of disease, from "airs" and "humors" to germs to genetic predispositions; assessment of risks and liabilities.
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  HPSC-X 326 Topics in Science: Natural and Mathematical
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Specialized topics and themes relating to the logic and methods of the natural and mathematical sciences, with a view toward understanding those methods and the role they play in scientific theorizing. Students will engage with actual philosophical debates about the proper understanding of an application of such methods in science.
  Repeatability
  May be repeated with a different topic for a total of 6 credit hours.
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  HPSC-X 327 The Computer: A Biography
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  The history and philosophy behind the development of the digital computer. Focuses on major landmarks in the history of computing machines to illustrate the interrelatedness of computer science, mathematics, and physics to modern society. Discussion of philosophical questions ("Do human beings compute?") and ethical concerns such as the Internet's impact on privacy.
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  PHYS-H 221 Honors Physics I
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  Consent of department
  Notes
  P or C: MATH-M 211 or equivalent
  Description
  First semester of a calculus-based sequence in introductory physics, intended primarily for highly motivated and well prepared students. Covers the material of P221 and supplementary topics. Course fee required.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221.
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  PHYS-H 222 Honors Physics II
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-H 221; or PHYS-P 221 and consent of department
  Description
  Second semester of a calculus-based sequence in introductory physics, intended primarily for highly motivated and well prepared students. Covers the material of PHYS-P 222 and supplementary topics. Course fee required.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222.
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  PHYS-P 201 General Physics I
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: Mastery of high school trigonometry; or MATH-M 026
  Description
  Newtonian mechanics, wave motion, heat, and thermodynamics. Application of physical principles to related scientific disciplines, especially life sciences. Intended for students preparing for careers in the life sciences and the health professions. Three lectures, one discussion section, and one two-hour laboratory period each week.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221.
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  PHYS-P 202 General Physics II
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, PHYS-P 221, or high school equivalent
  Notes
  Three lectures, one discussion section, and one two-hour laboratory period each week
  Description
  Electricity and magnetism; geometrical and physical optics; introduction to concepts of relativity, quantum theory, and atomic and nuclear physics.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222.
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  PHYS-P 211 Global Energy Problems: Technological Options and Policy Choices
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  The science of energy; energy resources and uses; conservation; the health and environmental effects of energy conversion. Existing energy policy and its consequences; a comparative look at energy policy; the principles and practice of sound energy management and policy.
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  PHYS-P 221 Physics I
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  None
  Corequisites
  MATH-M 211 or consent of instructor
  Notes
  First semester of a three-semester, calculus-based sequence intended for science majors. Three lectures, two discussion sections, and one 2-hour lab each week. Physics majors are encouraged to take PHYS-P 221 in the fall semester of the freshman year
  Description
  Newtonian mechanics, oscillations and waves, heat and thermodynamics.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221.
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  PHYS-P 222 Physics II
  Credits
  5
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-H 221 or PHYS-P 221; or PHYS-P 201 and consent of instructor
  Corequisites
  MATH-M 212 or consent of instructor
  Notes
  Second semester of a three-semester, calculus-based sequence intended for science majors.Three lectures, two discussion sections, and one 2-hour lab each week. Physics majors are encouraged to take PHYS-P 222 in the spring semester of the freshman year
  Description
  Primarily electricity, magnetism, and geometrical and physical optics.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222.
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  PHYS-P 301 Physics III
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-H 222 or PHYS-P 222; or PHYS-P 202 and consent of instructor
  Notes
  Third semester of a three-semester, calculus-based sequence.Intended for science and mathematics majors. Three lecture-discussion periods each week
  Description
  Special theory of relativity; introduction to quantum physics; atomic, nuclear, condensed matter, and elementary particle physics.
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  PHYS-P 310 Environmental Physics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221; and MATH-M 211; or consent of instructor
  Description
  For biological and physical science majors. Relationship of physics to current environmental problems. Energy production, comparison of sources and byproducts; nature of and possible solutions to problems of noise, particulate matter in atmosphere.
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  PHYS-P 314 Introduction to Medical Physics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, PHYS-P 221, or consent of instructor
  Notes
  R: PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222. Preferred for Physics majors: PHYS-P 371 and PHYS-P 472
  Description
  For biological and physical science majors. Applications of physics to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of human disease: diagnostic imaging, radiation therapy, radiation protection; radiation detection, dosimetry, exposure, instrumentation, cavity theory, non-ionizing radiation imaging, radiation biology, radiation oncology techniques, cancer biology, medical imaging technologies.
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  PHYS-P 321 Techniques in Theoretical Physics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  P or C: PHYS-P 301
  Description
  Particle motion in one, two, and three dimensions in the presence of forces; construction of forces from fields, and relationships between fields and sources; energies and potentials; complex oscillations and circuit analysis; classical and quantum mechanical waves and probabilities.
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  PHYS-P 331 Theory of Electricity and Magnetism I
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-H 222 or PHYS-P 222; or PHYS-P 202 and consent of instructor; and MATH-M 312 or PHYS-P 321
  Description
  Electrostatic fields and differential operators, Laplace and Poisson equations, dielectric materials, steady currents, power and energy, induction, magnetic fields, scalar and vector potentials, Maxwell\'s equations.
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  PHYS-P 332 Theory of Electricity and Magnetism II
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-P 331; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Magnetic materials, wave equations and radiation, energy transfer and conversion. Pointing vector and momentum, retarded potentials, dipole radiation, transmission lines and wave guides, relativity.
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  PHYS-P 340 Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-H 222 or PHYS-P 222; or PHYS-P 202 and consent of instructor
  Notes
  P or C: MATH-M 311 or MATH-S 311
  Description
  Intermediate course, covering three laws of thermodynamics, classical and quantum statistical mechanics, and some applications.
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  PHYS-P 350 Applied Physics Instrumentation Laboratory
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-H 222 or PHYS-P 222; or PHYS-P 201, PHYS-P 202, and consent of instructor
  Notes
  P or C: PHYS-P 309
  Description
  Instrumentation, data acquisition, and control for research, development, industrial applications depending upon coordination of electrical sensors, instruments, personal computers, and software. Covers the essentials of electronic signal measurements, transducers, computer control of instruments, design of automated measurement and control algorithms, real-time data analysis and instrument calibration.
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  PHYS-P 400 Analog and Digital Electronics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Practical electronics as would be encountered in a research laboratory or industrial setting. Both analog (filters, power supplies, transistors, amplifiers, op-amps, comparators, oscillators, transducers including the analysis of circuits using computer-aided techniques) and digital devices (storage elements, discrete gates, and programmable devices).
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  PHYS-P 410 Computing Applications in Physics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-P 301; and CSCI-A 201 or CSCI-A 304; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Computing methods and techniques applied to a broad spectrum of physics problems. Emphasis on least-squares method and other curve-fitting techniques of nonlinear functions; Monte Carlo methods; data manipulation, including sorting, retrieval, and display.
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  PHYS-P 411 Computing Applications in Physics II
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-P 410; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Continuation of PHYS-P 410 including introduction to stochastic modeling, statistical mechanics and quantum systems, improving code performance.
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  PHYS-P 425 Introductory Biophysics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Overview of cellular components; basic structures of proteins, nucleotides, and biological membranes; solution physics of biological molecules; mechanics and motions of biopolymers; physical chemistry of binding affinity and kinetics; physics of transport and initial transduction; biophysical techniques such as microscopy and spectroscopy; mathematical modeling of biological systems; biophysics in the post-genome era, etc.
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  PHYS-P 441 Analytical Mechanics I
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-P 222 or PHYS-H 222; or PHYS-P 202 and consent of instructor
  Notes
  P or C: MATH-M 343
  Description
  Elementary mechanics of particles and rigid bodies, treated by methods of calculus and differential equations.
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  PHYS-P 442 Analytical Mechanics II
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-P 441; or consent of instructor
  Corequisites
  MATH-M 343
  Description
  Elementary mechanics of particles and rigid bodies, treated by methods of calculus and differential equations.
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  PHYS-P 453 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-P 301 and PHYS-P 331
  Notes
  R: PHYS-P 332 concurrently
  Description
  The Schroedinger equation with applications to problems such as barrier transmission, harmonic oscillation, and the hydrogen atom. Discussion of orbital and spin angular momentum and identical particles. Introduction to perturbation theory.
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  PHYS-P 454 Modern Physics
  Credits
  4
  Prerequisites
  PHYS-P 453
  Description
  Structure of multielectron atoms. Experimental facts and theoretical models in solid state physics, nuclear physics, and elementary particle physics.
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  SLHS-S 201 Speech Anatomy and Physiology
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Covers anatomy and physiology of the speech mechanism; contemporary views of speech physiology; subsystems of the speech mechanism - respiratory, laryngeal, and supraglottal - integrated with a model of speech production. Includes laboratory experiences.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of SLHS-S 201 and SPHS-S 201.
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  SLHS-S 209 Topics in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  Studies in special topics relating to language, speech, or hearing not ordinarily covered by SLHS program courses.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of SLHS-S 209 or SPHS-S 209
  SLHS-S 215 Honors Seminar
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Description
  An undergraduate seminar for Hutton Honors College students. Focuses on the sciences of speech, language, and hearing within the context of human communication. May include such topics as evolution, bioacoustics, history, disorders, and more.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of SLHS-S 215 or SPHS-S 215.
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  SLHS-S 302 Acoustics for Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  SLHS-S 275 or SPHS-S 275
  Description
  Basic acoustics with the emphasis being on topics applicable to the speech and hearing sciences. Acoustics of the speech and hearing mechanisms. Instrumentation for sound production and recording.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of SLHS-S 302 or SPHS-S 302.
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  SLHS-S 307 Cognitive and Communicative Aspects of Aging
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  SLHS-S 104, SLHS-S 108, or SPHS-S 108; and SLHS-S 201, SPHS-S 201, or ANAT-A 215
  Description
  Review of cognitive and communicative changes associated with normal aging as well as with diseases and conditions that are prevalent in the aging population. Includes discussion of methodological issues in research on aging as well as principles for maximizing communication with the elderly population.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of SLHS-S 307 or SPHS-S 307.
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  SLHS-S 333 Childhood Language
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  At least sophomore standing
  Description
  Develops knowledge of how language is acquired by young children, examines data on what young infants and young children know about language at different ages, and considers the kinds of theories that may explain this data.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of SLHS-S 333 or SPHS-S 333.
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  STAT-S 201 Networks 2.0: Quantitative Literacy
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  STAT-S 100 or STAT-H 100; or consent of instructor
  Description
  How to understand, analyze, and view networks. Topics include network visualization, data gathering, and an overview of network theory and analysis. Students learn basic network terminology and see examples of network methodology, studying a wide variety of network structural analyses designed to illustrate network theories. Possible applications to social and behavioral sciences, information science, political science, public health, and Facebook.
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  STAT-S 211 Statistics for Journalists
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  None
  Notes
  R: Mastery of high school algebra; or MATH-M 014
  Description
  Essential statistical concepts and tools for journalists in the age of data, including probability, graphics, descriptive statistics, prediction, study design, comparison, testing, and estimation. The course has a heavier emphasis on writing and reading media reports than other introductory statistics courses.
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  STAT-S 320 Introduction to Statistics
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  MATH-M 212, MATH-S 212, MATH-M 301, MATH-M 303, or MATH-S 303
  Description
  Basic concepts of data analysis and statistical inference, applied to 1-sample and 2-sample location problems, the analysis of variance, and linear regression. Probability models and statistical methods applied to practical situations using actual data sets from various disciplines.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of STAT-S 320 or STAT-S 350.
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  STAT-S 350 Introduction to Statistical Inference
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  One of the following: (1) (MATH-M 118, MATH-A 118, MATH-S 118, MATH-V 118, or [MATH-D 116 and MATH-D 117]) and (MATH-M 119, MATH-J 113, or MATH-V 119) and (STAT-H 100, STAT-K 310, STAT-S 100, STAT-S 211, STAT-S 300, STAT-S 301, STAT-S 303, ANTH-A 306, CJUS-K 300, ECON-E 370, ECON-S 370, MATH-E 265, MATH-M 365, POLS-Y 395, PSY-K 300, PSY-K 310, SOC-S 371, SPEA-K 300, or SPH-Q 381); (2) or (MATH-M 119 and MATH-X 201); (3) or MATH-M 211; or (4) (MATH-M 212 or MATH-S 212); (5) or consent of instructor
  Description
  Explores the formulation of statistical inference using probability models. Addresses point estimation, hypothesis testing, and set estimation for various models, including 1-, 2-, and K-sample location problems, goodness-of-fit, correlation and regression.
  Repeatability
  Credit given for only one of STAT-S 320 or STAT-S 350.
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  STAT-S 352 Data Modeling and Inference
  
  Credits
  3
  Prerequisites
  STAT-S 320 or STAT-S 350; or consent of instructor
  Description
  Intermediate-level survey of resampling, likelihood, and Bayesian methods of statistical inference. Distributional models of various data types. Categorical, count, time-to-event, time series, linear models, and hierarchical regression models.
  
  ANAT-A 225 Human Anatomy
  
  Description
  This course presents a systemic approach to studying the human body. Students learn the gross and microscopic anatomy of the following systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, and reproductive. The lab component is face-to-face only and reinforces lecture using models, slides, bones, and cadaver demonstration.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  ANAT-A 464 Human Tissue Biology
  
  Description
  Microscopic structure of mammalian (with emphasis on human) tissues and organs.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  CSCI-A 201 Introduction to Programming I
  
  Description
  Fundamental programming constructs, including loops, arrays, classes and files. General problem-solving techniques. Emphasis on modular programming, user-interface design, and developing good programming style. Not intended for computer science majors.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  CSCI-A 202 Introduction to Programming II
  
  Description
  Advanced programming techniques: user-defined functions and types, recursion vs iteration, parameter-passing mechanisms; Classic abstract data types and algorithms. Programming style. Object-oriented programming. Web programming.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  CSCI-C 200 Introduction to Computers and Programming
  
  Description
  This course is an introduction, broadly, to algorithmic thinking and, specifically, to programming. It teaches the basics of programming using real world applications in natural, physical and social sciences. Students will develop ability to program by identifying problems in real world and then creating a program that solves the problem.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  CSCI-C 211 Introduction to Computer Science
  
  Description
  A first course in computer science for those intending to take advanced computer science courses. Introduction to programming and to algorithm design and analysis. Using the Scheme programming language, the course covers several programming paradigms. Lecture and laboratory.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  CSCI-C 212 Introduction to Software Systems
  
  Description
  Design of computer software systems and introduction to programming in the environment of a contemporary operating system. Topics include a modern object-oriented programming language; building and maintaining large projects; and understanding the operating system interface.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  CSCI-C 241 Discrete Structures for Computer Science
  
  Description
  Induction and recursive programs, running time, asymptotic notations, combinatorics and discrete probability, trees and lists, the relational data model, graph algorithms, propositional and predicate logic.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  CSCI-H 211 Introduction to Computer Science-Honors
  
  Description
  Honors version of CSCI-C 211.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  CSCI-H 212 Introduction to Software Systems, Honors
  
  Description
  Honors version of C212
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  INFO-I 101 Introduction to Informatics
  
  Description
  Problem solving with information technology; introduction to information representation, relational databases, system design, propositional logic, cutting edge technologies; CPU, operating systems, networks; laboratory emphasizing information technology including webpage design, word processing, and databases using tools available on campus.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  INFO-I 123 Data Fluency
  
  Description
  Data is big. Data is everywhere. How can we possibly be expected to keep up in a world full of data, much of which is data about ourselves? This class provides fundamental skills for the 21st century: understanding data, extracting knowledge from data, generating predictions from data and presenting data.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  INFO-I 201 Mathematical Foundations of Informatics
  
  Description
  An introduction to methods of analytical, abstract and critical thinking, deductive reasoning; and logical and mathematical tools used in information sciences. Topics include propositional and predicate logic, natural deduction proof system, sets, functions and relations, proof methods in mathematics, mathematical induction, and graph theory.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  INFO-I 202 Social Informatics
  
  Description
  Introduction to key social research perspectives and literatures on the use of information and communication technologies. Discusses current topics such as information ethics, relevant frameworks, popular and controversial uses of technology (e.g., peer-to-peer file sharing), digital divides, etc. Outlines research methodologies for social informatics.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  INFO-I 216 Human, Animal, and Ai
  
  Description
  What are the origins and computational foundations of intelligence? How close are we to building machines that think like humans and animals? We will explore how cognitive abilities are distributed across the animal kingdom, investigate which abilities are uniquely human, and discuss progress building artificial intelligence that mimics biological intelligence.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  INFO-I 222 The Information Society
  
  Description
  In this course, students will learn to think critically about what it means to live in an "Information Society." From printing press to telephone to computer to the Internet, they will explore the history and social implications of the various information revolutions that shaped contemporary commercial, scientific, organizational, political life.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  INFO-I 300 Human-Computer Interaction Design and Programming
  
  Description
  An intermediate course that teaches students how to assess the usability of software through quantitative and qualitative methods, including conducting task analyses, usability studies, heuristic inspections, interviews, surveys, and focus groups. The course also introduces students to the tool and techniques for designing and testing user interfaces based on a human-centered methodology.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  INFO-I 308 Information Representation
  
  Description
  The basic structure of information representation in digital information systems. Begins with low-level computer representations such as common character and numeric encodings. Introduces formal design and query languages through Entity Relationship Modeling, the Relational Model, XML, and XHTML. Laboratory topics include SQL and XPath querying.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MSCI-M 216 Medical Science of Psychoactive Drugs
  
  Description
  An entry-level examination of the biological mechanisms underlying the effects of psychoactive drugs. Drug actions in the brain, spinal cord, heart, lungs, liver, and other organs and tissues will be detailed. Molecular mechanisms and genetic factors involved in drug-induced therapeutic and adverse effects will be emphasized.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MSCI-M 360 Introduction to Pathophysiology
  
  Description
  This online course provides a broad overview of the most common and important human diseases today. Throughout the semester, we will be using problem-based cases to cultivate curiosity towards aspects of disease pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment. The course will begin with an overview of foundational vocabulary and concepts, as well as a broad analysis of the most common and significant diseases. We will then establish a framework for the basic disease processes and associated factors before moving on to discussions of specific organ systems.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  MSCI-M 485 Physiology of Human Disease
  
  Description
  Course will explore the scientific and social aspects of three common diseases: diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disease and breast cancer. Students will learn about these diseases through didactic lecture from a medical doctor. Students will observe clinics, doctors, and patients.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  PHSL-P 225 Human Physiology
  
  Description
  Functional aspects of cells, tissues, organs, and systems in the mammalian organism. Lab instruction will be completed in a face-to-face format.
  Additional information
  Credit hour, prerequisite, and other information cannot be displayed for this course. If this is a course outside of the College of Arts and Sciences, please see the appropriate school's bulletin for additional information.
  
  PHSL-P 416 Comparative Animal Physiology
  
  Description
  How animals work. Principles of physiology via the comparative method: functioning of the respiratory, circulatory, excretory and related functions examined through examples of vertebrate and invertebrate animals that have unusual abilities or best exemplify these physiological principles.
  Additional information
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Major GPA, Hours, and Minimum Grade Requirements.
1. Major GPA. A GPA of at least 2.000 for all courses taken in the major—including those where a grade lower than C- is earned—is required.
2. Major Minimum Grade. Except for the GPA requirement, a grade of C- or higher is required for a course to count toward a requirement in the major.
3. Major Upper Division Credit Hours. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed at the 300–499 level.
4. Major Residency. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed in courses taken through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.

Notes

^* Courses used to fulfill addenda requirements require a grade of C- or higher and do not count toward the Major GPA or Major Hours.
^** Courses used to fulfill Additional Requirements require a passing grade and, unless otherwise noted, do not count toward the Major GPA or Major Hours.

Major Area Courses

Unless otherwise noted below, the following courses are considered in the academic program and will count toward academic program requirements as appropriate:
- Any course at the 100–499 level with the PSY subject area prefix—as well as any other subject areas that are deemed functionally equivalent
- Any course contained on the course lists for the academic program requirements at the time the course is taken—as well as any other courses that are deemed functionally equivalent—except for those listed only under Addenda Requirements
- Any course directed to a non-Addenda requirement through an approved exception
NULL:

This program of study cannot be combined with the following:

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (PSYBA)
Bachelor of Science in Clinical Psychological Science (CLPSYSCIBS)
Bachelor of Science in Organizational and Business Psychology (OBPSYBS)
Minor in Psychology (PSYMIN)
[Name unavailable] (PSYTSBA)
[Name unavailable] (PSYTSBS)
[Name unavailable] (CLPSYSTSBS)
[Name unavailable] (OBPSYTSBS)

Exceptions to and substitutions for major requirements may be made with the approval of the unit's Director of Undergraduate Studies, subject to final approval by the College of Arts and Sciences.

The Bachelor of Science degree requires at least 120 credit hours, to include the following:

College of Arts and Sciences Credit Hours. At least 100 credit hours must come from College of Arts and Sciences disciplines.
Upper Division Courses. At least 36 credit hours (of the 120) must be at the 300–499 level.
College Residency. Following completion of the 60th credit hour toward degree, at least 36 credit hours of College of Arts and Sciences coursework must be completed through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.
College GPA. A College grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.000 is required.
CASE Requirements. The following College of Arts and Sciences Education (CASE) requirements must be completed:
1. CASE Foundations
  1. English Composition: 1 course
  2. Mathematical Modeling: 1 course
2. CASE Breadth of Inquiry
  1. Arts and Humanities: 3 courses
  2. Natural and Mathematical Sciences: 4 courses
  3. Social and Historical Studies: 3 courses
3. CASE Culture Studies
  1. Diversity in the United States: 1 course
  2. Global Civilizations and Cultures: Not required
4. CASE Critical Approaches: 1 course
5. CASE Foreign Language: Proficiency in a single foreign language through the first semester of the second year of college-level coursework
6. CASE Intensive Writing: 1 course
7. CASE Public Oral Communication: 1 course
Major. Completion of the major as outlined in the Major Requirements section above.

Most students must also successfully complete the Indiana University Bloomington General Education program.