May 17, 2024

Graduate Catalog 2014 - 2015

Graduate Catalog 2014 - 2015 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Political Science
	PSC 503 - Political Risk, Early Warning and Conflict Management (4 credits) The concepts of political risk and political uncertainty; methods of assessing investment risk; managing in a conflictual environment are examined. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 511 - Non-State Actors in the Global Arena (4 credits) Examines International Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and their importance; extra-governmental diplomatic initiatives; transnational political movements; global criminal and terrorism networks. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 512 - Global Governance (4 credits) Examines the various forms of intergovernmental organizations and their strengths and weaknesses; the practice of international law; formal and informal understandings between and among nation-states. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 517 - Political Parties & Elections (4 credits) Importance of political parties and elections in American political history and development of the party system; role of public opinion, parties and interest groups in democratic politics; effects of culture, political socialization, campaign politics, and issues on voting behavior; politics of social movements, the formation of political conditions, and partisan realignment; party activity at state and local levels. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 519 - Public Opinion (4 credits) Role of public opinion in democratic theory, methods and problems of polling and survey research; nature, formation, distribution, and learning of political attitudes; issues of democratic stability; group opnions, voting behavior, and elite behavior, and their impact on the policy-making process, public polity, and the quality of American democracy. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 521 - Political Violence (4 credits) Background conditions leading to political violence and revolution. Ideology, class, ethnicity; the state’s response to civil violence; strategies to prevent or engender violence; the destruction and reconstruction of consensus in a political system; the effectiveness of violence as a method of political influence; and the basis of political order also are explored. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 527 - Politics of Peaceful World Change (4 credits) Possibilities for peaceful and equitable solutions to conflicts created by inequalities in economic development, global resource scarcity, the population explosion, and threats of ecological disaster; mechanisms for resolving these conflicts, including alternatives to the present international system; international law and organization. Emphasizes skills such as policy analysis, oral advocacy, nonviolent communications, negotiation, and arbitration. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 529 - Politics and Political Economy in the European Union (4 credits) The course will explore the institutions and policy making process of the European Union (EU) and the theoretical traditions in the study of European integration. The institutional form of the EU and the type of European political economy and “polity” which is emerging. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 530 - US National Security Policy (4 credits) An examination of issues affecting U.S. national security and the processes through which policy is made. Includes an examination of U.S. strategy, civil-military relations, regional strategic appraisals, the roles of the Department of Defense and the intelligence community, the revolution in military affairs, peacekeeping, and the challenges posed by failed states, rogue states and non-national adversaries, such as insurgents, narcotraffickers and terrorists. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 531 - United States Foreign Policy (4 credits) Major issues of American involvement in world politics; analysis of contemporary events and current international tensions; the politics of rivalry and alliance; the evolutions of defense strategy; military interventions; diplomatic negotiations; the role of ideology, trade and aid; U.S. foreign policy decision-making; theories of bureaucracy; interagency and interbranch relations; and role perceptions. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 541 - Modern Political Thought (4 credits) Political thought from the Renaissance to the present, focusing on liberalism and its critics, from Rousseau to postmodernism. Emphasis of figures such as Machiavelli, Locke, Rousseau, Marx, Foucault, and feminism as well as the theorists. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 580 - MAGI Exit Project (2 credits) Students work in teams to design and implement a project involving commercial transactions, or addressing a global problem from a service-oriented approach. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 585 - MAGI Internship (3 credits) Placements are with businesses, government agencies, or NGOs that are engaged globally. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 594 - Special Topics in Political Science (4 credits) Important political issues with contemporary significance and potential consequences for future change. May include foreign or domestic issues. Topics to be announced in advance. May be repeated with departmental permission. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 596 - Individual Research (4 credits) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Offered every semester. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSC 612 - Urban Political Processes (4 credits) Study of the interrelated nature of urban social systems and interaction of units constituting the metropolitan polity. Click here for the schedule of courses
Psychology
	PSY 509 - Proseminar in Experimental Psychology (1 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Experimental Research Psychology M.A. specialization. Required of every semester of all first and second year students pursuing an MA in Experimental Psychology. Orientation to research in Experimental Psychology in general and in the Cleveland State University Psychology Department in particular. Assignments will structure students’ progress toward degree completion. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 511 - Univariate Statistics and Experimental Methodology (4 credits) Special correlational methods, elementary experimental design, and hypothesis testing in psychological research. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 512 - Field Research Methodology (4 credits) Survey sample selection, questionnaire construction, structured interview procedures, and attitude/opinion measurement procedures. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 513 - Measurement and Program Evaluation (3 credits) Examines program evaluation methods in terms of task-specific knowledge (e.g., principles of measurement), skills (e.g., data analysis), and process issues, using a case study approach based on actual program evaluations from a variety of sources. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 514 - Foundations of Diversity Management (2 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management Program. Introduces students to the conceptual frameworks and underlying theories that support diversity efforts, history of the field of Diversity Management and Organizational Development/Behavior, and explores diversity demographics. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 515 - Group Dynamics and Diversity (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management Program. Examines interpersonal relations and group dynamics using a combination of experiential methods and theoretical frameworks. Topics covered include understanding group process, understanding meta group processes, such as leadership, and group to group interactions, the formal properties of groups, such as role structures, power relationships, and process consultation. Special emphasis is placed on the dynamics of differences. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 516 - Social Psychological Foundations of Diversity (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management Program. Introduces students to the application of social psychology to the study of diversity. Surveys concepts and methods of social psychology that are of particular relevance in applied settings. Core concepts directly related to diversity are covered, including impression formation, attitude, attribution, behavior, conformity, stereotype, and prejudice. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 518 - Personnel Psychology (4 credits) Systems and procedures of employee selection. Secondary emphasis on the application of learning principles to employee training. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 519 - Consumer Psychology (4 credits) An analysis of the impact of attitudes, motivation, personality, and learning processes on an individual’s use of goods and services, with applications to marketing research, public opinion polling, and advertising research. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 522 - Organizational Psychology (4 credits) Analysis of the “organizing” of work from a psychological perspective and the application of psychological principles to improve organizational effectiveness. Topics range from work motivation to organizational theory. Other areas of focus include leadership, job attitudes, job design, and organizational climate. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 525 - Social Psychology (3 credits) Review of the field with emphasis on social motivation, social cognition, impression formation, social influence, attitude change, and group processes; consideration of social processes in applied settings. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 528 - Intellectual Assessment and Practicum In School Psychology (4 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the School Psychology M.A. specialization. Provides graduate students in school psychology with basic knowledge of theories of intelligence, familiarity with current practices and issues in intelligence testing, and competence in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of measures of intelligence commonly used in school settings. . Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 530 - Organizational Psychology for Diversity Professionals (3 credits) Prerequisites: This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management Program. This course is an analysis of organizational behavior and the application of diversity principles to improve organizational effectiveness. Experiential applications of organizational behavior, change and development, and organizational culture are emphasized. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 531 - Computer Applications of Advanced Statistics (4 credits) Provides students with experience in handling and cleaning data, and basic quantitative data analysis skills using statistical software. Students will learn to run statistical procedures for both univariate statistics and multi-variate statistics including simple regression, multiple regression, reliability, factor analysis, cluster analysis and discriminant analysis. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 532 - Diversity and Organizational Change (2 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management Program. Provides an overview of organizational change models. Discusses the dynamics and complexity of organizational change efforts and gives special attention to addressing organizational resistance. Theories of change management are applied to diversity issues. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 533 - Conflict Management Across Differences (2 credits) This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management Program. Designed to increase participants’ capacity to collaboratively engage in conflict at the interpersonal, organizational and community levels of systems, and to support the creation of mutually beneficial agreements. The course will explore theoretical approaches and concepts drawn from the fields of social psychology, organizational change management and interpersonal communication. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 534 - Effective Conflict Management in Diverse Workplaces (3 credits) Designed to increase participants’ capacity to collaboratively engage in conflict at the interpersonal, organizational and community levels of systems, to support mutually beneficial agreements and promote more effective workplaces. The course will combine theoretical approaches and concepts drawn from the fields of social psychology, organizational change management and interpersonal communication, with practical applications and a focus on skill building. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 535 - Clinical Interviewing Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Clinical Psychology M.A. specialization. Introduction to the process of clinical interviewing, including personal issues, role considerations, development of the therapeutic alliance, active listening skills (e.g., focusing, interpretation, confrontation, etc.), and the conduct of the initial interview. Instruction employs didactic lectures, modeling, class exercises, and student role-playing. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 536 - Functional Assessment of Behavior (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the School Psychology M.A. specialization. Examination and application of methods for measuring and changing behavior in naturalistic settings, including sampling methods and graphic displays of data for purposes of problem identification and progress monitoring under treatment conditions. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 537 - Child and Adolescent Assessment and Treament (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the School Psychology M.A. specialization. Provides students with a background in assessment and intervention for common academic, affective, and behavior problems experienced by school-aged children. Emphasizes the direct link between assessment and intervention. Students gain competencies in the development and delivery of evidence-based interventions for childhood problems. . Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 538 - Intellectual Assessment and Practicum for Clinical Assessment (4 credits) Lecture and practicum experience in the administration, scoring and interpretation of standardized tests of ability, with emphasis on psychological report writing. Secondary emphasis on major and contemporary theories of intelligence and their applications in measurement instruments. Ethical and cultural issues are included to help the student work with diiverse clients. . Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 540 - Diversity Management Mid-Program Assessment (0 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management Program who have completed PSY 514, PSY 515, PSY 516, PSY 530, PSY 532, and PSY 533. Evaluates the progress of students toward program completion. Students are evaluated on their engagement in, use of, and response to feedback in a manner consistent with professional standards of the field. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 549 - Aging And Mental Health Issues (4 credits) Examination of ideas and empirical findings concerning critical periods and issues in adult development and aging. Topics include sexuality, marriage, divorce, careers and employment, life styles, sex roles, biological changes in aging, and subcultural differences. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 550 - Child And Adolescent Development And Disorders (4 credits) Consideration of theories and research relating to the development of individual affective patterns; ontogenetic development of motor, sensory, perceptual, cognitive, and linguistic skills in infants, children, and adolescents. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 551 - Diagnosing Diversity in Organizations (2 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management Program. Explores the dynamics of organizational diagnosis from the perspective of the organizational intervener, and through the lens of diversity. Theories, models, concepts, and procedures that support diversity diagnosis are introduced. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 552 - Assessing, Measuring & Evaluating Diversity (2 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management Program. Students learn about assessing, measuring and evaluating diversity initiatives for their contribution to improved individual or group performance, work climate, customer satisfaction or bottom-line business results. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 553 - Facilitation of Diversity Issues (2 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management Program. Provides opportunities to examine and learn the facilitation process for diverse groups, including an exploration of the participant’s own frame of reference, as well as the effect this has on individuals and on group members. Emphasizes the sociopolitical implications of diversity from a systems perspective. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 555 - Adult Psychopathology (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Clinical Psychology M.A. specialization. Survey and critique of traditional nosologies in social and behavioral deviance and the influence of nosologies on assessment; a consideration of some innovative schemes of classification; analysis of pathological process in symptom and syndrome; practice in classification skills. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 562 - Learning, Memory, and Cognition (3 credits) A comprehensive treatment of recent research and major theoretical positions in the areas of human learning, memory, and cognitive processes. Offered in alternate years. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 564 - Functional Assessment of Academic Problems (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the School Psychology M.A. specialization. The application of functional assessment and consultation methods to academic problems in school settings, including strategies for data collection, intervention design, progress monitoring, and techniques for facilitating adherence to intervention plans. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 572 - Therapeutic Interventions for Children and Adolescents (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the School Psychology M.A. specialization. Development of the therapeutic alliance, active listening skills (e.g.,focusing, interpretation, paraphrasing), clinical interviewing, and group process. Instruction employs didactic lectures, modeling, class exercises, and student role-play. Emphasis on evidence-based school -based group intervention programs and techniques. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 573 - Group Dynamics (4 credits) Examination of interpersonal relations and group processes. The complexity of group differences within an organization is explored, including the sources of conflict that cause divisions and the synergy that can lead to positive change. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 587 - Personality Testing and Laboratory (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Clinical Psychology M.A. specialization. A wide range of tests of motivation, ability, interests, personality traits, and psychopathology are considered. Psychometric characteristics are examined. Concepts underlying test construction and interpretation are presented. Analysis of case studies is an integral part of the course. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 588 - History of Psychology (3 credits) Historical overview of psychological ideas, movements, and institutions - in their cultural settings - from Greek and Roman schools of thought to the present, with emphasis on the most recent four centuries. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 590 - Consumer Psychology Internship (4 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Consumer Industrial M.A. specialization. Designed for graduate students with a previously arranged internship. This course provides supervisory experience and culminates in an interpretive paper on the internship experience. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 591 - Lifespan Development I (2 credits) Review of major developmental theories. Examination of developmental milestones and trajectories with an emphasis on typical affective and social development. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 592 - Lifespan Development II (2 credits) Review of major theories and issues in the study of adult development and aging, including social, cognitive, affective, behavioral, and physical/physiological aspects of development. . Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 593 - Special Topics In Psychology (4 credits) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Course content announced in the Course Schedule. May be repeated with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 596 - Special Problems in Psychology (4 credits) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Individualized study in psychology designed to supplement individual program needs. The student must arrange program and credit with a faculty member before enrolling. May be repeated for up to 12 credit hours. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 597 - Advanced Data Analysis with Computer Applications (4 credits) Simultaneous, sequential, and hierarchical multiple regression and other advanced statistical topics are considered. Transforming non-linear data and detecting multicollinearity are discussed. Students analyze data using statistical software and interpret results. (Credit may not be earned in both Psychology 597 and Psychology 611). Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 601 - Quantitative and Computer Methods l (4 credits) This course focuses on descriptive and inferential statistics including hypothesis testing, correlation, simple and multiple regression, hierarchical moderated regression, and tests of mediation in regression. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 602 - Quantitative & Computer Methods II (4 credits) This course focuses on experimental designs and univariate statistical methods including t-tests, fixed and mixed-effects analysis of variance (ANOVA), analysis of covariance (ANCOVA), repeated measures, multiple analysis of variance (MANOVA), and non-parametric tests. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 604 - Concepts And Methods Of Individual Psychotherapy (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Clinical Psychology M.A. specialization. An introduction to the concepts and methods underlying a wide range of individual psychotherapeutic interventions, as well as an exploration of the assumptions and socio-historical foundations of the psychotherapies. Examines and explores concepts underlying a number of specific therapeutic approaches as well as problems and solutions regarding eclecticism and therapeutic integration. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 611 - Advanced Data Analysis With Computer Applications (4 credits) Simultaneous, sequential, and hierarchical multiple regression and other advanced statistical topics are considered. Transforming non-linear data and detecting multicollinearity are discussed. Students analyze data using statistical software and interpret results. (Credit may not be earned in both Psychology 597 and Psychology 611). Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 620 - Advanced Consumer Research (4 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Consumer Industrial Psychology M.A. specialization; PSY 511 and PSY 519. Combines analysis of psychological processes with advanced statistical techniques and applies them to investigations of consumer behavior. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 626 - Role & Function of the School Psychologist I (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the School Psychology M.A. specialization. Examination of the profession of School Psychology, including history, employment trends, service delivery models, and contemporary issues. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 630 - Diversity Issues in Human Resources (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management Program. Focuses on knowledge and skills related to diversity issues in the field of human resources. Topics include recruitment, interviewing, selection, retention, mentoring, and an overview of the court system, laws related to diversity issues regarding employment, investigation techniques, records retention, policies and international diversity issues. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 631 - Job Analysis & Performance Mgt (4 credits) This course is designed to cover the important theories and practices in job analysis and performance management. Students will learn how job analysis information can improve the reliability, validity and practicality of vital human resource management functions. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 633 - Professional Seminar in Diversity Management (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management Program. Capstone seminar of the Diversity Management Program and addresses topics ranging from diversity ethics to the history of diversity management. Discussions of current diversity practices, videos and guest speakers enhance discussions of the profession and its practice. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 637 - Family-School Support & Collaboration (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the School Psychology M.A. specialization. Comprehensive review of evidence-based practice in promoting family-school partnerships, implementing parent-focused interventions, and working with families. Emphasis on early childhood parenting practices. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 651 - Clinical Psychopharmacology (4 credits) Survey of the principles of drug action on the nervous system and behavior, with particular regard to drugs used in social, medical, and psychotherapeutic settings. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 652 - Sexuality and Aging (4 credits) A balanced presentation of theory, data, and practical application in the area of sexuality and aging. Students will explore their attitudes, beliefs, and feelings about human sexuality and the aspects of aging. The course will help students become more comfortable with their own sexuality and what happens with it as one grows older. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 653 - Health Psychology (4 credits) The impact of behavior, cognition, and affect on biological function and dysfunction is examined from theoretical and empirical perspectives. Topics include stress and coping styles, as well as behavioral medicine (such as compliance, pain management, and behavioral factors in acute and chronic illness). Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 654 - Behavioral Intervention (4 credits) Examination of the philosophical, theoretical, empirical, clinical, and ethical considerations involved in the assessment and modification of human behavior in a a variety of settings. Modification of both overt and covert behavior is examined. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 655 - Motor and Cognitive Disorders (4 credits) A comprehensive survey of motor and cognitive disorders in the aged. Topics include methodological issues, theoretical perspectives on aging, changes in movement disorders, disorders of language, and problem solving deficits. . Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 656 - Sensation and Motor Functions (4 credits) Focuses on sensory and motor skills. This includes the study of sensory processing of input and the relationship to performance through gross and fine motor coordination. . Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 660 - Ethical, Legal and Professional Issues (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Clinical Psychology M.A. specialization. Detailed examination of the ethical, legal, and professional issues that govern the practice of psychology. Topics include the APA code of ethics, Ohio Psychology Law, the role of values, diversity issues, therapist and consultant responsibilities, client rights, the judicial system, risk management, and work with children, schools, couples, families, and groups. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 663 - Neuropsychological Assessment (4 credits) Examines the use of testing devices that measure an individual’s cognitive, perceptual, and motor performances as indicants of the extent and location of brain damage. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 667 - Special Topics in Psychology (4 credits) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Course content is described in the online course schedule. May be repeated with a change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 670 - Crisis Management (2 credits) Examines issues related to crisis and trauma, with emphasis on institutional planning and response in schools, as well as the typical and atypical reactions of individuals. Offers guidelines for treatment, including debriefing strategies and long-term support. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 671 - Stress, Abuse And Trauma (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Clinical Psychology M.A. specialization. Emphasis on understanding the psychological consequences of unusually stressful life experiences which include such events as childhood abuse, natural disaster, assault, war trauma, and other traumatic events. Special emphasis on the diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of post-traumatic stress. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 672 - Multicultural Psychology And Diversity Practicum (3 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the School Psychology M.A. specialization. Examination of theories of differences and their application to behavioral and organizational change, with emphasis on school-related issues and practices. Through didactic and experimental exercises, the course focuses on the sensitivities and information needed to work effectively with multicultural populations. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 677 - Foundations of Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience (3 credits) A survey of current knowledge of how behavior and cognition are controlled by neural processes, including examinations of a) neurons and neurotransmitters, b) sensory and motor systems, and c) how the brain and the peripheral nervous system are involved in the control of various behavioral and cognitive processes. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 685 - Comprehensive Exam in Diversity Management (16 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management program. One of three exit requirement options for students in the Diversity Management Program. Students review all program content, then complete the program’s comprehensive exam. The exam tests for knowledge, skills and awareness to ensure that students are able to function as culturally competent diversity management professionals. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 686 - Action Research in DIversity and Inclusion in Organizational Settings (16 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Diversity Management program. One of three exit requirement options for students in the Diversity Management Program. Students progress through the stages of conducting, summarizing, and presenting a diversity intervention as an action research project. Features include choice of subject area, planning, literature review, research design, writing style, documentation, and preparation for oral presentation. The class is for practitioner-focused students and provides additional hands-on experience with strong reflection and analysis components. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 690 - Fieldwork Placement (4 credits) Placements in clinical, community, hospital, and educational settings for supervised experience in psychological assessment and intervention. In addition to placement experience, students are supervised in small groups by faculty members who are licensed psychologists. Taken in sequence during Fall and Spring for a total of eight credit hours. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 691 - Fieldwork Placement II (4 credits) Placements in clinical, community, hospital, and educational settings for supervised experience in psychological assessment and intervention. In addition to placement experience, students are supervised in small groups by faculty members. Taken in sequence during Fall and Spring for a total of eight credit hours across two courses (PSY 690 and PSY 691). Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 693 - Special Topics In Psychology (4 credits) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Course content announced in the Course Schedule. May be repeated with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 694 - Directed Observation In The Schools (2 credits) Prerequisites: Must be admitted to the Psychology Specialist program; permission of instructor. Directed observation and participation in a school setting for students in the Specialist in Psychology program to meet state certification requirements. Applies only to those not holding an Ohio Teaching Certificate or license. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 696 - Special Problems In Psychology (4 credits) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Individualized study in psychology designed to supplement individual program needs. The student must arrange program and credit with a faculty member before enrolling. May be repeated for up to 12 credit hours. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 698 - Applied Research (4 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Consumer Industrial Psychology M.A. specialization. Supervised research in consumer psychology, industrial psychology, and related topics. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 699 - Research and Thesis (variable credit) (16 credits) Prerequisite: Advanced graduate status, permission of instructor, and departmental approval. Completion of scholarly investigation under the direction of supervising faculty. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 701 - Multivariate Statistics (4 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Adult Development & Aging Doctoral Program; and completion of PSY 601 and PSY 602 . This course focuses on multivariate statistical analyses and related issues including multiple regression, partial correlations, suppression, and mediation, general linear modeling, MANOVA, discriminant function analysis, canonical correlation, exploratory factory analysis, and multilevel linear modeling. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 702 - Factor Analysis and Structural Equation Modeling (4 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Adult Development & Aging Doctoral Program; and completion of PSY 601 and PSY 602. This course focuses on the following statistical procedures path analysis, exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, and structural equation modeling and related conceptual issues. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 703 - Multilevel Linear Modeling (4 credits) This course focuses on multilevel linear modeling and related statistical issues including theory and application, growth curve analysis, and mixture modeling. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 710 - Psychology of Adult Development & Aging (4 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Adult Development & Aging Doctoral Program or permission of the instructor. This course focuses on the major theories and models used to study adult development and aging processes. Key topics include biological, physical, sensory, perceptual, and cognitive changes; personality, intelligence, coping, and emotional regulation; caregiving, mental health and mental disorders; and developmental research designs. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 711 - Health Psychology in Later Life (4 credits) This course focuses on the major theories and methodologies for studying health psychology and aging. Using a biopsychosocial model and lifespan perspective, topics include psychoneuroimmunological processes, psychoneuroendocrinology, cardiovascular reactivity, psychosocial risk factors and buffers, health disparities, and intervention/clinical protocols. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 712 - Mental Health in Aging (4 credits) Prerequisite: This course is reserved for students in the Adult Development & Aging Doctoral Program or permission of the instructor. This course focuses on acute and chronic mental health issues faced by older adults, including anxiety, depression, substance abuse, bi-polar disorder, schizophrenia, and dementia. The etiology, diagnosis, assessment, and treatment protocols also are covered along with key environmental, cultural, and personal factors. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 713 - Sensorimotor Processes in Adulthood (4 credits) This course focuses on the age-related changes in the human sensory and perceptual systems. Topics covered include vision, pattern recognition, perception, auditory, motor, and speech perception, attention, and motor control. Age-related disorders of these systems also are covered. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 714 - Neuropsychology of Aging (4 credits) This course focuses on principles of psychological and neuropsychological assessment in adulthood and later life including the assessment of memory processes, attention, executive functioning, language processes, and intelligence. Key issues covered include reliability, validity, norming, and standardization. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 715 - Social & Emotional Development in Later Life (4 credits) This course focuses on social and emotional development across the lifespan including key theoretical and methodological issues, ageism, personality, social relationships and attachment, social support, caregiving, death and dying, and bereavement. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 716 - Cognitive Aging (4 credits) This course focuses on the research and major theoretical positions in cognitive aging, including cognitive neuropsychology of the aging brain and cognitive aging and everyday life. Associated age-related gains, stability, and declines in cognitive processes are covered including attention, language, memory, and executive functioning. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 720 - Independent Reading & Research (1-4 credits) This course is an independent reading and research course designed to facilitate student’s learning in a specific content area. Students must arrange content area and credit with a faculty member and obtain written permission before enrolling. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 48 credit hours. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 721 - Special Topics in Psychology: Adult Development & Aging (4 credits) This seminar course is for special topics in the field of Adult Development & Aging. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 20 credit hours. Click here for the schedule of courses

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Course Descriptions

PSC 503 - Political Risk, Early Warning and Conflict Management

PSC 511 - Non-State Actors in the Global Arena

PSC 512 - Global Governance

PSC 517 - Political Parties & Elections

PSC 519 - Public Opinion

PSC 521 - Political Violence

PSC 527 - Politics of Peaceful World Change

PSC 529 - Politics and Political Economy in the European Union

PSC 530 - US National Security Policy

PSC 531 - United States Foreign Policy

PSC 541 - Modern Political Thought

PSC 580 - MAGI Exit Project

PSC 585 - MAGI Internship

PSC 594 - Special Topics in Political Science

PSC 596 - Individual Research

PSC 612 - Urban Political Processes

PSY 509 - Proseminar in Experimental Psychology

PSY 511 - Univariate Statistics and Experimental Methodology

PSY 512 - Field Research Methodology

PSY 513 - Measurement and Program Evaluation

PSY 514 - Foundations of Diversity Management

PSY 515 - Group Dynamics and Diversity

PSY 516 - Social Psychological Foundations of Diversity

PSY 518 - Personnel Psychology

PSY 519 - Consumer Psychology

PSY 522 - Organizational Psychology

PSY 525 - Social Psychology

PSY 528 - Intellectual Assessment and Practicum In School Psychology

PSY 530 - Organizational Psychology for Diversity Professionals

PSY 531 - Computer Applications of Advanced Statistics

PSY 532 - Diversity and Organizational Change

PSY 533 - Conflict Management Across Differences

PSY 534 - Effective Conflict Management in Diverse Workplaces

PSY 535 - Clinical Interviewing Practicum

PSY 536 - Functional Assessment of Behavior

PSY 537 - Child and Adolescent Assessment and Treament

PSY 538 - Intellectual Assessment and Practicum for Clinical Assessment

PSY 540 - Diversity Management Mid-Program Assessment

PSY 549 - Aging And Mental Health Issues

PSY 550 - Child And Adolescent Development And Disorders

PSY 551 - Diagnosing Diversity in Organizations

PSY 552 - Assessing, Measuring & Evaluating Diversity

PSY 553 - Facilitation of Diversity Issues

PSY 555 - Adult Psychopathology

PSY 562 - Learning, Memory, and Cognition

PSY 564 - Functional Assessment of Academic Problems

PSY 572 - Therapeutic Interventions for Children and Adolescents

PSY 573 - Group Dynamics

PSY 587 - Personality Testing and Laboratory

PSY 588 - History of Psychology

PSY 590 - Consumer Psychology Internship

PSY 591 - Lifespan Development I

PSY 592 - Lifespan Development II

PSY 593 - Special Topics In Psychology

PSY 596 - Special Problems in Psychology

PSY 597 - Advanced Data Analysis with Computer Applications

PSY 601 - Quantitative and Computer Methods l

PSY 602 - Quantitative & Computer Methods II

PSY 604 - Concepts And Methods Of Individual Psychotherapy

PSY 611 - Advanced Data Analysis With Computer Applications

PSY 620 - Advanced Consumer Research

PSY 626 - Role & Function of the School Psychologist I

PSY 630 - Diversity Issues in Human Resources

PSY 631 - Job Analysis & Performance Mgt

PSY 633 - Professional Seminar in Diversity Management

PSY 637 - Family-School Support & Collaboration

PSY 651 - Clinical Psychopharmacology

PSY 652 - Sexuality and Aging

PSY 653 - Health Psychology

PSY 654 - Behavioral Intervention

PSY 655 - Motor and Cognitive Disorders

PSY 656 - Sensation and Motor Functions

PSY 660 - Ethical, Legal and Professional Issues

PSY 663 - Neuropsychological Assessment

PSY 667 - Special Topics in Psychology

PSY 670 - Crisis Management

PSY 671 - Stress, Abuse And Trauma

PSY 672 - Multicultural Psychology And Diversity Practicum

PSY 677 - Foundations of Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience