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PSC 3240 Politics and Mass Media
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSC 1210 or permission of the instructor.
This course examines the relationship between politics and media, both traditional and emerging, using the nature of a mediated political event as a tool to investigate how each sphere shapes the other.
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PSC 3250 Southern Politics
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSC 1210 or permission of the instructor.
This course examines the particular character of politics in the southern United States since the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case. This includes such themes as civil rights, leadership, revolution, power, institutions, and elections, as well as the evolution of these themes over time.
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PSC 3260 Presidential Nominations
3 Hours
This class will explore the dynamics of modern presidential primaries through a chronological overview of the nomination season. Special attention is given to the political maneuvering of the exhibition season, the psychology of campaigning in a primary context, and the ability of mass media outlets to frame political events.
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PSC 3270 Electoral Politics
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSC 1210 or permission of the instructor.
This course investigates the institutions and phenomena which influence the choices of those running for public office, especially at the federal level. During presidential election years, the course will focus more exclusively on presidential campaigns.
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PSC 3280 American Constitutional Law I
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSC 1210 or permission of the instructor.
This course is an introduction to legal reasoning and the development of rules through Supreme Court precedent. It focuses on Supreme Court interpretation of constitutional provisions which establish the relationship between government institutions and thus indirectly protect individual rights.
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PSC 3290 American Constitutional Law II
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSC 3280 or permission of the instructor.
This course is an introduction to legal reasoning and the development of rules through Supreme Court precedent. It focuses on Supreme Court interpretation of constitutional provisions which directly protect individual rights, with some discussion of indirect protection through institutions.
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PSC 3320 Global Conflict and Violence
3 Hours
Drawing from the expansive literatures in comparative politics, international relations, and political theory, this course explores the nature of historical and contemporary conflicts and how violence is used both by states and non-state actors to achieve political objectives.
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PSC 3340 National Security Policy and Process
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSC 2300 or instructor’s permission.
Examines the evolution of security policy and the primary institutions involved in decision-making related to issues of foreign policy and defense.
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PSC 3410 Politics of Africa
3 Hours
This course focuses on the development of modern political and economic institutions in contemporary African states. The course centers on the issues of political development and democratization, considering the impacts which the legacies of slavery and colonialism, cultural diversity, and the integration of Africa into the modern world economy have produced for the evolution of the modern African state.
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PSC 3420 Politics of Latin America
3 Hours
This course focuses on the issues of political development and democratization in Central and South American states, and the role of domestic and international institutions in those processes.
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PSC 3430 Politics of Asia
3 Hours
This course examines political, economic, and cultural factors shaping governmental institutions and processes in the nations of modern Asia, with heaviest emphasis given to the emergence of China.
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PSC 3450 Politics of Europe
3 Hours
This course focuses on the process of regional integration in Europe. It covers theoretical explanations of integration as well as the institutions of the European Union and the policies they produce.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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PSC 3480 Politics of the Middle East
3 Hours
This course examines the political, economic and cultural factors that contribute to conflict in the Middle East region. Special attention is given to the Arab-Israeli conflict, the relationship between religion and politics, competition for leadership in the Muslim world, and the role which the United States plays in managing the dynamics of Middle Eastern politics.
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PSC 3481 Israeli Politics
3 Hours
This course analyzes the origins and politics of modern Israel. The course examines the political and cultural forces that gave rise to the modern Zionist movement of the 19th century and the subsequent issues, events, and challenges that led to the creation of the modern state of Israel. The course explains how Israel’s political system is structured, the plethora of political parties, the role of the military in providing national security, and the changing relationship between Israel and its Arab neighbors. Its relationship to the broader international community, particularly the United States is also studied.
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PSC 3510 Foundations of Democracy
3 Hours
This course examines one of the prerequisites for democracy, a civil society and institutions which support it. It focuses first on the theories which describe the role of civil society and its underpinnings, then on the application of these theories to current society.
Gen. Ed. Designation: EL (Experiential Learning).
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PSC 3550 Modern Ideologies
3 Hours
This course is designed to introduce students to modern ideologies from a generally American perspective. Areas of study may include, among other topics, Classical and Modern Liberalism, Conservatism, Fascism, Libertarianism, Marxism, Socialism, and Feminism.
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PSC 3610 Game Theory and Public Choice
3 Hours
This course presents an introduction to formal methodology of game theory and rational choice, including their use to analyze policy in the public choice approach. These methodologies are deductive, developing and applying abstract models to understand human action.
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PSC 3710 International Political Economy
3 Hours
This course examines how two different forms of organizing human activity, states and markets, interact on a global scale. Thus it focuses not only on international trade and the forces that drive it, but also the policies and institutions that attempt to control it; not only on the policies that attempt to control international trade, but on the forces that drive those policies. Prior instruction in economics is not necessary but would be helpful.
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PSC 3720 Environmental Political Economy
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSC 1210 or permission of instructor.
This course applies the tools of political economy, beginning with the rational actor model, to understand environmental problems and evaluate public policy responses to them.
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PSC 3895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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PSC 3950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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PSC 3990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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PSC 4010 Capital Internship in Political Science
6 Hours
Corequisites: Permission of the Capital Internship liaison and enrollment in PSC 2010 .
Students who have been admitted to an approved internship program will complete a full-term internship in a government office or agency. Credit earned will be counted toward a political science major or minor. (Students participating in the Washington Center Program pay an alternate tuition during their semester in the capital equal to the Center’s program fees plus additional Belmont University course fees. Students are fully responsible for all housing costs during the semester.)
Gen. Ed. Designation: EL (I - Internships, Clinicals, Practica).
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PSC 4240 American Public Policy
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSC 1210 .
An examination of the American policy process and environment, with additional emphasis on the broader theoretical issues that arise in the unique American political setting.
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PSC 4290 Nature and Function of Law
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSC 3280 or PSC 3290 , or instructors permission.
This seminar investigates the purpose of legal systems in order to understand why they look the way they do and how they work, with particular focus on the common law system in the U.S.
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PSC 4320 International Law
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSC 2300 or instructor’s consent.
A survey of public international law, this course focuses the nature of international law, its origin and capabilities, and the actors involved. It then pursues these larger issues through specific topics in international law, such as laws of war, sea, or environment.
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PSC 4490 Comparative Legal Systems
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSC 3280 or PSC 3290 , or instructors permission.
This seminar applies the tools of political and legal theory to understand other legal systems and their judicial decisions. This understanding should in turn increase our knowledge of our own system by comparison.
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PSC 4600 Research Seminar in Political Science
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSC 1210 , PSC 2300 , and PSC 2600 or permission of the instructor.
A culminating research seminar designed for majors in their last year of matriculation. Students will examine the many sub-fields in the discipline and complete and present a major independent research thesis. Normally taken in concert with PSC 4980. Open to non-majors with instructor’s permission. Taught each spring semester.
Gen. Ed. Designation: EL (R - Undergraduate Research).
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PSC 4895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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PSC 4950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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PSC 4990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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Private Applied Study Private applied study (MPA) is provided in voice, piano, organ, guitar, orchestral and band instruments. In addition to classical study in these areas, study is provided in commercial styles when appropriate. The fee for a one-credit 25-minute lesson is $150, the fee for a two-credit 25-minute lesson is $225, and the fee for a 50-minute lesson is $300 in addition to the course tuition.
The applied course identification is indicated by a four-number system.
The numerical sequence identifies the following:
- 1st number - level of study in the applied area
- 2: lower level
- 4: upper level
- 2nd number - hours of credit awarded
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- (3,4 hours credit = 50-minute lesson week)
- Last two numbers - area of study (odd numbers are classical applied study, even numbers are commercial applied study)
- 01/02 - Voice
- 03/04 - Piano
- 05/06 - Organ
- 07/08 - Keyboard (special)
- 09/10 - Guitar
- 11/12 - Guitar (special)
- 13/14 - Violin
- 15/16 - Viola
- 17/18 - Cello
- 19/20 - String Bass
- 21/22 - Electric Bass
- 23/24 - Harp
- 25/26 - String (special)
- 27/28 - Flute
- 29/30 - Oboe
- 31/32 - Clarinet
- 33/34 - Bassoon
- 35/36 - Saxophone
- 37/38 - Woodwinds (special)
- 39/40 - Trumpet
- 41/42 - Horn
- 43/44 - Euphonium
- 45/46 - Trombone
- 47/48 - Tuba
- 49/50 - Brass (special)
- 51/52 - Percussion
- 53/54 - Percussion (special)
- 55/56 - Composition
- 57/58 - Conducting
- 59/60 - Special
Example: MPA 2101 is Lower level, one credit, Classical Voice
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MPA 2_ Private Applied Study
1-4 Hours
Lower Division private study (principal level). One 25-minute private lesson per week. 1 credit: $150 / 2 credits: $225
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MPA 4_ Private Applied Study
1-4 Hours
Upper division private applied study (principal level). One 50-minute lesson per week. Course fee: $300
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PSY 1000 Introductory Seminar in Psychology
1 Hours
This course is to be taken during the first year as a psychology major at Belmont University. Students who have completed a minimum of 15 hours in psychology prior to transferring to Belmont University or prior to declaring psychology as a major do not need to take this course. The seminar is designed to introduce new psychology majors to important issues in the discipline of psychology and the psychology major at Belmont, such as the scientific roots of the discipline, research and field placement opportunities for psychology majors, the fundamentals of scientific writing using APA format, the development of the psychology major portfolio, and the professional issues related to graduate school admission and job placement after graduation.
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PSY 1100 General Psychology
3 Hours
Does not count toward hours required for a PSY major or minor. An introductory course dealing with scientific methods in psychology, sensation, perception, biological foundations of behavioral principles of development, motivation, learning, abnormal behavior, inter-personal processes and other topics. Prerequisite to all other psychology courses. Students may only count PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 in the General Education Core, but not both.
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PSY 1150 Scientific Psychology
3 Hours
Corequisites: PSY 1155
Surveys the field of psychology, including methods in psychology, sensation, perception, biological foundations of behavior, development, motivation, learning, abnormal behavior, inter-personal processes and other topics. This course, along with the accompanying lab, will be a prerequisite to all other psychology courses. Students who register for PSY 1150 must also register for PSY 1155 lab. This course intended for non-psychology majors.
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PSY 1155 Scientific Psychology Lab
1 Hours
Corequisites: PSY 1150
This lab will emphasize the scientific methods of the discipline and incorporate active learning experiences. This 1 credit hour laboratory course is a co-requisite course with PSY 1150 . This course intended for non-psychology majors.
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PSY 1200 Introduction to Psychological Science
4 Hours
Does not count toward hours required for a PSY major or minor. An introductory course which surveys the field of psychology. The course emphasizes the scientific methods of the discipline and incorporates active learning experiences via the laboratory component. Prerequisite to all other psychology courses. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week. Students may only count PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 in the General Education Core, but not both. $50.00 course fee.
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PSY 1895 Special Studies
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses. Only 3 hours of a special studies may be applied toward requirements in the major or minor
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PSY 1950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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PSY 1990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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PSY 2400 Research Methods
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 , and either MTH 1150 or MTH 1151 .
An introduction to the methods of psychological science. The topics will include the philosophy of the scientific approach, library research methods, basic research design, descriptive and inferential data analysis, writing research reports, and ethical issues in research. The laboratory component will emphasize appropriate statistical analysis and interpretation of psychological data. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
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PSY 2800 Life Span Development
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A survey of the basic principles of physical, psychological, and social development at each stage of life from conception to death.
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PSY 2895 Special Studies
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses. Only 3 hours of a special studies may be applied toward requirements in the major or minor
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PSY 2950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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PSY 2990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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PSY 3040 Death and Dying
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 or consent of instructor.
An examination of attitudes toward death, the needs of the dying person, and the process of grief, with an emphasis on strategies for helping the bereaved.
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PSY 3100 Child Development
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A study of the biological, cognitive, social, and personality changes of the individual from conception to adolescence.
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PSY 3210 Abnormal Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A study of major patterns of abnormal behavior and their description and diagnosis, interpretation, treatment, and prevention.
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PSY 3250 Cross Cultural Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 Additional recommended SOC 1010 .
This course will critically evaluate religious customs, child-rearing practices, socioeconomic characteristics, educational values, communication styles, language patterns, and mental health issues of diverse cultures from psychological and sociological perspectives. Students will also be exposed to the religious principles of several religious minorities. Several mental health and service delivery issues faced by the aforementioned ethnic minority groups will be examined.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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PSY 3350 Industrial and Organizational Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A study of human relations processes in organizational settings.
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PSY 3420 Clinical Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A survey of the field of clinical psychology, including its history, contemporary professional issues, clinical research methods, assessment, diagnosis, and intervention strategies.
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PSY 3440 Positive Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
An introduction to the scientific study of positive mental health, well being, and human flourishing.
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PSY 3470 Psychology of Adolescence
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A study of human development during the adolescent years, with emphasis on the intellectual, emotional, physical, social and moral aspects of development.
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PSY 3550 Psychology of Adulthood and Aging
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A research-based study of the interaction of physical, psychological, and social aspects of the development of persons from early adulthood through old age.
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PSY 3620 Group Dynamics
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A study of the dynamics of small group interaction, with emphasis on participation in small group experiences.
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PSY 3700 Human Sexuality
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 Additional recommended prerequisite: SOC 1010 .
An introduction to the study of human sexuality, with an emphasis on empirical research in the psychological, biological, and social domains.
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PSY 3895 Special Studies
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses. Only 3 hours of a special studies may be applied toward requirements in the major or minor
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PSY 3900 Practicum in Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 , and either PSY 3210 , PSY 4200 or PSY 3420 .
Students considered for the course must have their own car or access to one, be psychology majors or minors, and have completed at least 64 semester hours (with at least 15 hours completed in residence at Belmont). In addition, prospective students must fill out a course application at least one month prior to the early registration period and be approved by department faculty prior to enrolling in the course. This course is designed to give the student practical experience in work settings related to psychology. Students select a placement site of interest to them. Their work is supervised by a field supervisor at the placement site. A minimum of 100 literal clock hours at the placement site is required. Any training necessary to begin placement is not included in these hours. Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis. Only three (3) hours of practicum may be applicable to the major or minor.
Gen. Ed. Designation: EL (I - Internships, Clinicals, Practica).
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PSY 3950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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PSY 3990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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PSY 4000 Senior Capstone Seminar in Psychology
1 Hours
Prerequisites: To be taken by psychology majors during their senior year Majors should have completed a total of 24 hours in the psychology major before enrolling in this course.
This course will require students to pull together what they have learned in their previous psychology courses and demonstrate they are capable of doing what they should be able to demonstrate as a major in psychology. Students will complete their psychology major portfolios and demonstrate preparedness for applying to graduate or professional school or entry into the job market.
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PSY 4150 Health Psychology
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
An introduction to the scientific study of how psychological, biological, and environmental/socio-cultural factors affect health and illness. The course will cover the history of health psychology, research methods and major theories, and other topics including stress and health, pain, chronic illness, health beliefs, conditioned immunological responses, drug use, eating behavior, relaxation, alternative medical interventions, and illness-prone personalities. Three hours lecture and two hours lab each week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4200 Personality Psychology
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
An examination of the organization, dynamics, development, and assessment of personality, with particular reference to major theoretical systems and empirical findings. Three hours lecture, two hours lab per week $30.00.
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PSY 4210 History and Systems of Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 .
A historical study of the philosophical and scientific concepts which form the basis of contemporary psychology. The focus is on the persons who developed these concepts.
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PSY 4240 Learning and Conditioning
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
A study of the major theories and principles of learning and outstanding issues in the field. A number of laboratory activities using statistical analysis and interpretation of course content data by exploring learning principles are required. Three hours lecture, two hours lab per week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4300 Social Psychology
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
A research-oriented study of interpersonal influence; topics include communication, attitude change, affiliation and attraction, aggression, prosocial behavior, leadership, and group behavior. A number of laboratory activities using statistical analysis and interpretation of course content data by exploring social psychological principles are required. Three hours lecture, two hours lab per week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4320 Psychological Testing
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
An examination of the construction, validation, administration, and interpretation of tests designed to measure a variety of attributes including intelligence, aptitude, achievement, personality, and interests. Three hours lecture and two hours lab each week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4350 Physiological Psychology
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher); and at least one course in biological science.
A study of the structure and function of the human nervous and endocrine systems, with an emphasis on the relationships between physiological processes and behavior. A number of laboratory activities using statistical analysis and interpretation of course content data relative to physiological psychology are required. Three hours lecture and two hours lab each week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4400 Sensation and Perception
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
An introduction to the study of how sensory information is gathered and interpreted. Topics include vision, hearing, skin senses, smell, taste, attention, motivation, and the development of perception. A number of laboratory activities using statistical analysis and interpretation of course content data by exploring sensation and perception principles are required. Three hours lecture, two hours lab per week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4500 Cognitive Psychology
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
An introduction to the study of mental processes, including how knowledge is acquired, stored, retrieved, and applied. Topics covered will include perception, memory, imagery, language, concept formation, problem solving, reasoning, and decision making. A number of laboratory activities using statistical analysis and interpretation of course content data by exploring cognitive psychology principles are required. Three hours lecture, two hours lab per week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4700 Advanced Research in Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 and any three of the following courses: PSY 4150 , PSY 4200 , PSY 4300 , PSY 4320 , PSY 4240 , PSY 4350 , 4440, PSY 4500 .
An advanced research course where students will design and carry out an individual empirical study under the direction of the course instructor. The course is designed primarily for students interested in graduate training in psychology. Students will be expected to complete an empirical study, write a formal research report, and present the results orally in a public forum.
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PSY 4895 Special Studies
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses. Only 3 hours of a special studies may be applied toward requirements in the major or minor
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PSY 4900 Practicum in Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 , and either PSY 3210 , PSY 4200 or PSY 3420 .
Students considered for the course must have their own car or access to one, be psychology majors or minors, and have completed at least 64 semester hours (with at least 15 hours completed in residence at Belmont). In addition, prospective students must fill out a course application at least one month prior to the early registration period and be approved by department faculty prior to enrolling in the course. This course is designed to give the student practical experience in work settings related to psychology. Students select a placement site of interest to them. Their work is supervised by a field supervisor at the placement site. A minimum of 100 literal clock hours at the placement site is required. Any training necessary to begin placement is not included in these hours. Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis. Only three (3) hours of practicum may be applicable to the major or minor.
Gen. Ed. Designation: EL (I - Internships, Clinicals, Practica).
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PSY 4950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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PSY 4990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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BPH 1010 Foundations of Public Health
3 Hours
This course familiarizes students with the field of public health, including the history and current practices. Major cultural, social, economic, organizational, and environmental factors influencing public health issues and practices at the local, state, national, and international levels will be presented. Public health Core Functions and Essential Services will be explored, and students will gain an understanding of public health as a broad area of work that applies the benefits of current biomedical, environmental, social, and behavioral knowledge to promote the health status of populations.
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BPH 2000 Public Health Fieldwork I
1 Hours
Fieldwork experience connects skills and knowledge acquired in the classroom with public health practice. Fieldwork can enable the student to develop and improve communication skills, develop and practice project management and problem solving skills using public health methods, principles and techniques. Using hands-on public health practice opportunities, students can explore career options and begin creating their own networks with other public health professionals. Complete 9 credit hours of Fieldwork.
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BPH 2010 Social Determinants of Health
3 Hours
This course explores conditions in which people are born, grow, work, live, and age, and the wider set of forces and systems shaping the conditions of daily life and their relationship to health. These forces and systems include economic policies and systems, development agendas, social norms, social policies and political systems. Theoretical and methodological approaches to the study of social determinants will be discussed from a social ecological perspective.
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BPH 2100 Current Issues in Public Health
3 Hours
This 1-3 hour, seminar course is designed to introduce and stimulate discussion about existing and emerging public health issues. This course may be taken at any time but may be particularly useful early in the curriculum for students interested in exploring career alternatives in core areas of public health practice and research.
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BPH 2200 Health Communications
3 Hours
This course explores the interpersonal, group, organizational, and public communication processes that shape beliefs, decisions and behavior regarding health, sickness, and health care. Attitudes and actions of various participants in health communication, including citizens, health professionals, and those engaged in the public debate of health issues will be explored.
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BPH 3000 Public Health Fieldwork II
4 Hours
Fieldwork experience connects skills and knowledge acquired in the classroom with public health practice. Fieldwork can enable the student to develop and improve communication skills, develop and practice project management and problem solving skills using public health methods, principles and techniques. Using hands-on public health practice opportunities, students can explore career options and begin creating their own networks with other public health professionals. Complete 9 credit hours of Fieldwork.
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BPH 3010 Global Health
3 Hours
Students in this course will develop an understanding of key concepts, tools and frameworks for studying global health with a focus on global disease burden, health determinants and disparities, health policy and stakeholders and challenges of global health interventions. The importance of understanding and addressing global health through multidisciplinary frameworks of the natural sciences, social-behavioral sciences, humanities, and policy will be explored.
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BPH 3020 Population Health
3 Hours
This course examines the way health care delivery systems, public health agencies, community-based organizations and other elements work together to develop, deliver and evaluate effectiveness of interventions to improve health outcomes at local, national and global levels. Three broad content areas will be explored: infectious disease, chronic disease and environmental health.
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BPH 3100 Introduction to Epidemiology
3 Hours
This course introduces the student to principles of epidemiology and their application to disease surveillance, control of infectious and chronic diseases, and health services/health policy. Students will learn about basic research designs and tools used by epidemiologists to explore relationships between cause and effect and effectiveness of interventions to prevent, contain or cure disease.
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BPH 3200 Fundamentals of Environmental Health
3 Hours
This course explores the relationship of people and their environment, how it affects physical and mental well-being and what they can do to influence the quality of the environment and to enhance the protection of their health. Environmental factors that influence transmission of communicable diseases and hazards due to exposure to chemical and physical materials in our environment will be examined.
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BPH 3210 Scientific Inquiry
4 Hours
This course provides a basic introduction to research including theoretical foundations and fundamental protocols. The course enrolls students majoring in health professions, the social sciences, humanities and natural and physical sciences. Students will explore research methodologies and learn how to write a research proposal including identification of a study topic, generation of a hypothesis, formulation of inquiry questions, organizing a literature review, and selecting a research design. Practical use of the proposal as a plan to facilitate a research project and dissemination of findings will be examined.
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BPH 4000 Public Health Fieldwork III
4 Hours
Fieldwork experience connects skills and knowledge acquired in the classroom with public health practice. Fieldwork can enable the student to develop and improve communication skills, develop and practice project management and problem solving skills using public health methods, principles and techniques. Using hands-on public health practice opportunities, students can explore career options and begin creating their own networks with other public health professionals. Complete 9 credit hours of Fieldwork.
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BPH 4015 Capstone
3 Hours
This course is designed as a culminating experience to allow students to integrate, synthesize and apply knowledge developed throughout the academic program. Options for completing this experience may include a public service internship, working directly with a faculty member to complete an independent research project and paper or an approved study abroad experience in a public health practice setting.
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BPH 4100 Introduction to Health Policy
3 Hours
This course provides a framework for understanding the social, political and economic dimensions of health policy and offers the student an opportunity to explore various ways in which the government impacts health and the provision of health care. Issues of accessibility, cost and quality of health care; food, water and environmental safety; and the right to make decisions about our health and health care will be explored. Topical areas may include the Affordable Care Act and policies governing environmental health, pharmaceutical, injury prevention, aging, long term care, etc.
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BPH 4200 Fundamentals of Health Economics
3 Hours
This course will guide students to understand how economic principles apply to the market for health care. Topics of study will include cost-benefit analysis, the market for insurance, the pharmaceutical industry, the private markets for physicians and hospital services, and the potential roles for government in healthcare. The course will include a brief survey of alternate healthcare delivery systems and models for reform.
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BPH 4300 Program Planning and Evaluation
4 Hours
Prerequisites: BPH 3100 BPH 3210
Students will gain a basic understanding of public health programming including assessment, design, planning, implementation and evaluation. Given the importance of public health planning and evaluation occuring within the contaxt of interdisciplinary teams, students in this course will also discuss and practice skills for building effective teams and accomplishing individual and group objectivess through team work.
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BPH 4895 Special Studies - Program Planning
4 Hours
Public Health Program Planning and Evaluation.
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PRL 1180 Public Relations Principles
3 Hours
Individuals, groups, organizations and all societal institutions use public relations. This course is designed to introduce the purposes, principles and practices of public relations. Students will gain an awareness and deeper understanding of how public relations shapes society by examining historical and contemporary trends as well as the social scientific theoretical underpinnings of the practice.
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PRL 1895 Special Topics
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses.
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PRL 1990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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PRL 2010 Tower Creative Practicum
1 Hours
This course provides students with practical experiences in public relations. Using actual, campus-based and off-campus clients, students will apply their knowledge and skills to real-world public relations problems and opportunities. Students research, plan, write, coordinate, produce, implement and evaluate various communication strategies and tactics. This course is designed for associates of Tower Creative Consultants, Belmont University’s student-run public relations firm. Repeatable up to four 4 credits.
Gen. Ed. Designation: EL (I - Internships, Clinicals, Practica).
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PRL 2130 Public Relations Writing I
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PRL 1180 .
This course introduces students to the basic concept, style and techniques of public relations writing for journalistic (i.e., uncontrolled or earned) media. It will familiarize students with the principles of strategic and ethical public relations writing for a converged media market. Students will develop and edit strategic messages and determine the optimal time and method for distributing these messages. Particular attention will be placed on the development of news releases, fact sheets, pitches and news advisories for print, broadcast and digital communication. Emphasis will also include industry-standard conventions, such as Associated Press (AP) style.
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PRL 2180 Public Relations Writing II
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PRL 1180 .
This course introduces students to the basic concept, style and techniques of public relations writing for organizational (i.e., owned and paid) media. It will familiarize students with the principles of strategic and ethical public relations writing for diverse publics. Students will develop and edit strategic messages for the organizational channels through which those messages are distributed. Particular attention will be placed on the development of fliers, brochures, newsletters, reports, appeals, advertisements and speeches for print, digital and oral communication.
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PRL 2510 Sport and Public Relations
3 Hours
This course familiarizes students with the principles and basic techniques of sport public relations for collegiate and professional sports. Particular attention will be placed on the role of media and sport, the creation and dissemination of messages and their distribution systems, the management of crisis situations and the demonstration of social responsibility through sport.
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