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CHEM 5360 - Special Topics in Chemistry 1-3 Credit Hours
Subject matter varies among topics of current significance: bonding, reactivity, applications of theoretical and experimental physical chemistry, organic chemistry, methods of chemical analysis, and chemical aspects of environmental systems.
Note: May be repeated for credit with different topics.
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CHEM 5513 - Medicinal Chemistry 3 Credit Hours
A course designed to present the physicochemical and bio-pharmaceutical properties of drugs based on their molecular structure, the elements of drug discovery and drug design, the molecular mode of action of drugs and the chemical principles of drug absorption, distribution and metabolism as well as the interaction of drugs with receptors and the chemical basis of drug interactions
Prerequisite: CHEM 3223 Organic Chemistry II Lecture or CHEM 4214 Biochemistry.
Cross-listed: CHEM 4513.
Note: Credit cannot be earned in both CHEM 4513 and CHEM 5513.
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CHEM 5523 - Physical Chemistry 3 Credit Hours
Fundamentals of quantum mechanics, including classical mechanics, wave representation of matter, and the Schrödinger equation. Applications are made to atoms and molecules.
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CHEM 5713 - Electrochemistry 3 Credit Hours
A survey of electrochemical methods, including the fundamental theory and application of electrochemical techniques.
Prerequisite: CHEM 3123 Organic Chemistry I Lecture.
Cross-listed: CHEM 4713.
Note: Credit cannot be earned in both CHEM 4713 and CHEM 5713.
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Communication |
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COMM 5000 - Independent Study 1-3 Credit Hours
Designed to permit student to conduct in- depth research and investigation into a field of interest or necessity.
Note: Specific areas will be determined by the instructor and student in consultation.
A maximum of three credit hours COMM 5000 or M S 5000 Independent Study may be applied toward a graduate degree.
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COMM 5023 - Introduction to Graduate Studies # 3 Credit Hours
Course introduces the major content subareas of the communication discipline including interpersonal, organizational, mass media, political, and intercultural through the reading and study of representative works. Course content includes introduction to the discipline in terms of its common place in higher education institutions, its professional organizations, and its processes for the publications of research,.
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COMM 5063 - Applied Theories of Group Dynamics 3 Credit Hours
Investigates the capacity and potential of the group in terms of problem solving, fact-finding, and the inherent capabilities of the group versus the individual.
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COMM 5093 - Perspectives in Interpersonal Communication 3 Credit Hours
Devoted to an analysis of specific problems and problem areas affecting interpersonal communicative settings; the interview, small group, and dyads. Focus on problem awareness and correctives.
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COMM 5103 - Research Design 3 Credit Hours
The course provides working knowledge in the design of quantitative, qualitative and mixed methodologies commonly used in communication research and the assumptions, practices, and limitations of these designs.
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COMM 5133 - Instructional Communication 3 Credit Hours
This course provides an overview of issues in communication and instruction, specifically addressing the areas of communication education and critical communication pedagogy. This course is particularly useful for consultants, trainers, and teachers.
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COMM 5173 - Rhetorical Criticism 3 Credit Hours
Designed to teach student to describe, interpret, and evaluate rhetorical discourse both written and oral. Students are expected to apply both traditional and contemporary critical approaches to rhetorical discourse in an effort to explain how the beliefs and actions of others are influenced.
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COMM 5203 - Rhetorical Theory I 3 Credit Hours
This class examines persuasion from a humanistic/philosophical perspective. Though the class begins by examining some classical rhetorical theory, it focuses primarily on contemporary rhetoric. A typical list of theorists examined include: Plato, Aristotle, Kenneth Burke, Richard Weaver, Walter Fisher, Earnest Bormann, Lloyd Bitzer, and I.A. Richards.
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COMM 5253 - Theories of Communication 3 Credit Hours
Examination of communication theory and its place in the behavioral sciences. Both historical and current research are used to explore factors affecting comprehension and retention of speech, linguistic habit formation, speaker and listener set, and attitude and perception.
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COMM 5363 - Non-profit Organizational Communication 3 Credit Hours
This course takes a look at communication within non-profit organizations. Many facets are examined, including marketing, supervision of volunteers and paid personnel, and leadership. The curriculum will examine both mediated communication as well as face-to-face communication.
Cross-listed: M S 5363.
Note: Credit cannot be earned in both COMM 5363 and M S 5363.
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COMM 5523 - Rhetoric of U.S. Women’s Movements 3 Credit Hours
A critical look at feminist rhetorical artifacts dating back to pre-Suffrage up to modern day. The relationships between rhetoric, message, and audience will be explored.
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COMM 5543 - Perspectives in Intercultural Communication 3 Credit Hours
The study of particular topics and issues in intercultural relationships. Possible subject areas include interracial communications, religious and cultural conflict, treatment of women and children, influences of Western media.
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COMM 5573 - Reality Television 3 Credit Hours
A media studies course that takes a critical approach to the popular culture genre of reality television. Analysis of reality television begins with Candid Camera and continues to present day. Topics in the course include a critical look at the portrayal of gender, race, sexuality, and class on reality television.
Cross-listed: M S 5573.
Note: Credit cannot be earned in both COMM 5573 and M S 5573.
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COMM 5593 - Theories of Human Influence 3 Credit Hours
The study of attitude and/or behavior change and the application of tools designed to facilitate that change. The course will investigate both established and newer theories that describe the cognitive processes tied to human influence. A variety of communicative contexts will be considered during the semester.
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COMM 5620 - Topics in Communication 1-6 Credit Hours
This course explores a range of topics regarding the nature of human interaction. Topics might include influence, negotiation, dissemination of information, and campaigning as these phenomena occur within the realm of various communication contexts.
Note: May be repeated for credit with different topics.
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COMM 5713 - Communication Ethics 3 Credit Hours
The primary goal of this course is to stimulate a dialogue about the ethics and values inherent to human communication while sampling broadly from the array of ethical frameworks. This course will review a number of approaches to communication ethics. In addition, because ethics are central to a number of contexts of human communication, the course will examine the interpersonal, small groups, organizational, public and media studies contexts.
Cross-listed: M S 5713.
Note: Credit cannot be earned in both COMM 5713 and M S 5713.
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COMM 5990 - Thesis 1-6 Credit Hours
Credit received for completing thesis project.
Restrictions: Must have completed 27 hours of graduate coursework.
MAC graduate coordinator permission.
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Computer Science |
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CS 5100 - Advanced Topics in Computer Science 1-3 Credit Hours
Study of advanced topics of interest to graduate students in computer science. This course is designed to allow our graduate curriculum to adapt to the rapidly changing needs in this area. The semester hours credit given for this course will vary with the content.
Restrictions: Instructor permission is required.
Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
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CS 5203 - Advanced Programming Applications with “C” 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide a general background in computer programming using the “C” language and to help the graduate student develop specific programming project applicable to their area of expertise.
Restrictions: A demonstrated proficiency in any other computer language or permission of the instructor is required.
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Counseling |
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COUN 5033 - Professionalism and Ethics 3 Credit Hours
A review of current professional, ethical, and legal standards and practices related to the counseling profession and the philosophical, moral, and practical underpinnings for each.
Restrictions: Instructor permission.
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COUN 5053 - Assessment & Statistics 3 Credit Hours
This course will focus on assessment and statistical concepts including the calculation and interpretation of statistics. Emphasis will be placed on understanding individual and group approaches to assessment and evaluation in a multicultural society.
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COUN 5100 - Psychology Seminar 1-4 Credit Hours
Psychological research and surveys. Individual and/or group projects related to topics of current interest in the field.
Note: May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of ten credit hours.
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COUN 5133 - Foundations of Clinical Counseling 3 Credit Hours
Foundations of Counseling serves as an introduction to the theory and practice of professional counseling. The historical development and the traditions of the field, as well as a variety of counseling activities across settings will be covered. The various counseling specializations will be introduced in this course. Students will examine their own strengths and motivations for entering the counseling field.
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COUN 5153 - Foundations of School Counseling 3 Credit Hours
Principles and practices basic to guidance on both elementary and secondary levels; functions of observing, interviewing, and evaluating for understanding the student in counseling.
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COUN 5163 - Counseling Theories 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide the counselor with a theoretical foundation for individual counseling. There is an emphasis on developing a personal model for integrated individual counseling practice, as well as a survey of the major theories and contributors to the field of individual counseling.
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COUN 5173 - Foundations of Addiction Counseling 3 Credit Hours
A historical, cultural, ethical, and clinical overview of alcoholism and drug dependency; the etiology, assessment, introduction to diagnostic process, prevention, and recovery models for chemical dependency. Theoretical frameworks are the foundation to increase students’ knowledge of substance abuse and addiction.
Restrictions: Full admission to the Addiction Counseling Program or program chair permission.
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COUN 5183 - Addiction Counseling Theories 3 Credit Hours
An introduction to major theories of counseling and methods of counseling; specific emphasis on models/methods for alcohol and substance abuse/dependency counseling. Current treatment research, theoretical model application, and successful methods in the treatment process will be examined. Causes, social implication, treatment, cultural competency and prevention methods/skills will also be examined.
Restrictions: Full admission to the Addiction Counseling Program or program chair permission.
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COUN 5273 - Clinical Psychopathology 3 Credit Hours
Advanced study of abnormal human behavior. Includes a basic understanding of clinical assessment and practical usage of current diagnostic manuals.
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COUN 5283 - Career Development 3 Credit Hours
This seminar explores the basic tenets of career counseling as it applies to vocational, occupational, and career issues. The focus of the seminar is on the process of career counseling with various populations, using dynamic and didactic models. Special consideration is given to career education, career exploration, career choice, and career counseling. Testing instruments, including appropriate achievement tests, interest inventories, aptitude tests, personality tests, and valued tests, are reviewed. Expected student outcomes include the ability to develop and manage a career counseling program, the ability to identify available resources, and the ability to facilitate career development among diverse individuals throughout the lifespan.
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COUN 5413 - Methods and Techniques of Counseling 3 Credit Hours
This course provides an experiential exposure to the elements of good interviewing skills that are the foundation for counseling and other interpersonal interactions. Expected student outcomes include development of the foundation skills that enhance understanding and problem solving. Approaches to adjustment counseling and therapeutic intervention techniques. Emphasis on application of theoretical approaches to counseling strategies.
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COUN 5443 - Diversity Issues in Counseling 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to acquaint students with the unique characteristics of special populations and the competencies necessary for counselors to work effectively across diverse populations and in a variety of settings. Special attention is given to various cultural groups and special populations (e.g., African Americans, Native Americans, Latino Americans, Asian Americans, Arab Americans, the disabled, the older person, and LBGT and single parent issues). Emphasis is placed on personal explorations and development that will enhance awareness, knowledge, skills, and attitudes for more effective counseling interactions with a variety of special groups.The study of counseling approaches for various cultural, sub-cultural, gender, ethnic, and special needs groups. Instruction will focus on establishing counseling relationships, communication, and goal setting with diverse populations.
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COUN 5473 - Marriage and Family Therapy 3 Credit Hours
This course examines the major interventions that spring from a systems orientation. Major approaches are presented (e.g., strategic, structural, object relations family therapy, behavioral family therapy, communications family therapy, narrative, solution-focused, and intergenerational family therapy). Students learn to conceptualize and intervene in cases of multiple systems orientations, with an emphasis on integrating a variety of theoretical approaches and counseling strategies.
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COUN 5513 - Child and Adolescent Counseling 3 Credit Hours
Child and Adolescent Counseling presents theories, techniques, and strategies for counseling children and adolescents and their families in both school and clinical settings. The course will explore counseling issues, special considerations, and counseling interventions related to this population.
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COUN 5523 - Childhood Assessment & Appraisal 3 Credit Hours
Childhood Assessment and Appraisal presents assessment materials and tools used to appraise childhood issues including diagnoses. This course will involve understanding of normative versus atypical development in children and knowledge of psychological tests and their uses in school counseling and clinical settings.
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COUN 5573 - Family Addiction Theory 3 Credit Hours
This is an introduction to the family as a dynamic system focusing on the effects of addiction pertaining to family roles, rules, and behavior patterns. This class will address both conceptual and practical skills in working with families with addictions. The course is designed to provide a basic foundation for conceptualizing and beginning to provide family counseling to include: the effects of mood altering substances, behaviors, and therapeutic alternatives as they relate to the family.
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COUN 5583 - Addicted Family Assessment & Intervention 3 Credit Hours
This course will discuss and explain the family as a dynamic system; explain the effects of addiction on the dynamics of a family system; and describe and differentiate between various family treatment processes and their applicability to traditional and nontraditional family systems. The student will discuss the impact of mood altering substances and behaviors as they relate to the family and discuss the role of the family in the addicted and recovery process.
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COUN 5603 - Practicum I 3 Credit Hours
The practicum is the beginning of the student’s supervised clinical training. Under supervision, the student completes 100 hours of clinical experience in an appropriate counseling setting. Students will begin their 40 direct counseling hours in Practicum I and will complete the remaining clock hours during Practicum II. The purpose of the field experience is to provide an opportunity to practice counseling skills in an applied setting under the supervision of an experienced practitioner and under the direction of a faculty member.
Prerequisite: COUN 5413 Methods and Techniques of Counseling with a minimum grade of B.
Restrictions: Permission required.
Student must be fully admitted to the Counseling degree program and may not be on academic probation.
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COUN 5613 - Personality Assessment 3 Credit Hours
Examines the rationale, psychometric properties and utility of some of the major personality assessments in use today. Focuses primarily on objective measures of personality, but projective measures are introduced. Emphasis is given to the professional and ethical responsibilities associated with the assessment process and to administration and interpretation procedures.
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COUN 5643 - Practicum II School Coun 3 Credit Hours
The practicum is a continuation of the student’s supervised clinical training. Under supervision, the student completes 100 hours of clinical experience from Practicum I in an appropriate counseling setting. The purpose of the field experience is to provide an opportunity to practice counseling skills in an applied setting under the supervision of an experienced practitioner and under the direction of a faculty member. The student is required to arrange an appropriate practicum in an approved setting. While engaged in a practicum, an appropriately licensed or certified therapist will directly supervise the student. The faculty, in conjunction with the field-site supervisor, will monitor and evaluate the activity of the student. Expected student outcomes of the practicum include clinical experiences which contribute to the student’s growth and development as a counselor
Prerequisite: COUN 5413 Methods and Techniques of Counseling and COUN 5603 Practicum I with a minimum grade of B.
Restrictions: Program chair permission.
Student must be fully admitted to the Counseling degree program and may not be on academic probation.
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COUN 5653 - Advanced Lifespan 3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on a historical view of human development leading to the current lifespan approach to form an understanding of the developing individual. Influences on human development, ranging from individual models to cross-cultural groups, are explored. Emphasis is given to personality, social, intellectual, and physical development, and the major theories used to describe how people change throughout their lifespan.
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COUN 5673 - Practicum II for Addiction Counseling 3 Credit Hours
The practicum is a continuation of the student’s supervised clinical training. Under supervision, the student completes the 100 hours of clinical experience from Practicum I in an appropriate counseling setting. The purpose of the field experience is to provide an opportunity to practice counseling skills in an applied setting under the supervision of an experienced practitioner and under the direction of a faculty member. The student is required to arrange an appropriate practicum in an approved counseling setting. While engaged in a practicum, an appropriately licensed or certified therapist will directly supervise the student. The faculty, in conjunction with the field-site supervisor, will monitor and evaluate the activity of the student. Expected student outcomes of the practicum include clinical experiences which contribute to the student’s growth and development as a counselor.
Prerequisite: COUN 5413 Methods and Techniques of Counseling COUN 5753 Addiction Group Counseling with a minimum grade of B.
Restrictions: Department chair permission.
Student must be fully admitted to the Counseling degree program and may not be on academic probation.
Note: Student must be fully admitted to the degree program and may not be on academic probation.
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COUN 5683 - Substance Abuse Assessment Strategies 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to introduce students to the major theories and methods currently employed in the assessment and treatment of substance abuse and addiction. The student in the course will examine procedures by which a counselor/program identifies and evaluates an individual’s strengths, weaknesses, problems, and needs, which will be used in the development of a treatment plan. Evaluation of substance abuse patterns and assessment of various treatment alternatives. Process of intervention and various approaches to treatment.
Restrictions: Full admission to the Substance Abuse Counseling Program or department permission.
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COUN 5693 - Psychopharmacology: Dual Diagnosis 3 Credit Hours
This course provides a solid background in the principles and practice of psychopharmacology. Topics to include the study of disease and a more detailed review of neurotransmitters such as serotonin, monoamines, acetylcholine, GABA, and glutamate. Additional topics include presentation of the clinical pharmacology of antipsychotic, antidepressant, and antianxiety drugs, as well as drug interactions and psychopharmacology in special populations such as children and older adults.
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COUN 5713 - Group Process 3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide the counselor with a theoretical foundation for group counseling. There is an emphasis on developing a personal model for group practice, as well as a survey of the major theories and contributors to the field of group counseling. Types of group leaders, ethical issues in group work, states of group development, and integrating group theory into a counseling practice are of special interest.
Prerequisite: COUN 5413 Methods and Techniques of Counseling or program chair permission.
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COUN 5723 - Counseling Supervision 3 Credit Hours
This course examines the role of supervision in the counselor’s career and lifelong professional development. The course also addresses the role of professional supervision in a variety of settings. The course is intended to serve as an opportunity for the student to identify his/her current stage of professional development. The student will create a professional development plan including components of professional identity, academic, experiential knowledge, and ethics. This course is intended to be the student’s final in-residence course.
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COUN 5733 - Practicum II for CMHC 3 Credit Hours
The practicum is a continuation of the student’s supervised clinical training. Under supervision, the student completes 100 hours of clinical experience from Practicum I in an appropriate counseling setting. The purpose of the field experience is to provide an opportunity to practice counseling skills in an applied setting under the supervision of an experienced practitioner and under the direction of a faculty member. The student is required to arrange an appropriate practicum in an approved counseling setting. While engaged in a practicum, an appropriately licensed or certified therapist will directly supervise the student. The faculty, in conjunction with the field-site supervisor, will monitor and evaluate the activity of the student. Expected student outcomes of the practicum include clinical experiences which contribute to the student’s growth and development as a counselor.
Prerequisite: COUN 5413 Methods and Techniques of Counseling and COUN 5603 Practicum I with a minimum grade of B.
Restrictions: Program chair permission is required.
Student must be fully admitted to the Counseling degree program and may not be on academic probation.
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COUN 5753 - Addiction Group Counseling 3 Credit Hours
This course provides an in-depth exploration of a variety of substance abuse “group” theoretical approaches. Group interventions/skills useful in the treatment of substance abuse and addiction. This course combines participatory experiences and lecture based instruction that focuses on the integration and application of substance abuse group theory and practice.
Prerequisite: COUN 5413 Methods and Techniques of Counseling.
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COUN 5800 - Internship in Counseling 1-6 Credit Hours
This course requires the student to arrange an independent and appropriate clinical practicum in an approved counseling setting. While engaged in a practicum, an appropriately licensed or certified therapist must directly supervise the student. The purpose of the field experience is to provide an opportunity to practice counseling skills in an applied setting under the supervision of an experienced practitioner and under the direction of an faculty member. The course instructor and the field-site supervisor closely monitor the activity of the student. (600 total clock hours required)
Prerequisite: COUN 5413 Methods and Techniques of Counseling, COUN 5603 Practicum I, COUN 5733 Practicum II for CMHC.
Restrictions: This course is only available to degree seeking students. Permission of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Internship Coordinator and/or program chair permission is required.
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COUN 5820 - Internship in Addiction Counseling 1-6 Credit Hours
Supervised counseling field experience in mental health agency. Students will counsel clients with substance abuse and addiction issues. Supervised by on-site, licensed mental health professional or licensed alcohol and drug counselor with at least a master’s degree in counseling. The purpose of the field experience is to provide an opportunity to practice counseling skills in an applied setting under the supervision of an experienced practitioner and under the direction of a faculty member. The course instructor and the field-site supervisor closely monitor the activity of the student. (600 total clock hours required)
Prerequisite: COUN 5413 Methods and Techniques of Counseling, COUN 5673 Practicum II for Addiction Counseling, and COUN 5753 Addiction Group Counseling.
Restrictions: This course is only available to degree seeking students. Permission of the Addiction Counseling Internship Coordinator and/or program chair permission is required.
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COUN 5840 - Internship in School Counseling 1-6 Credit Hours
Experience providing counseling and guidance under the supervision of a Standard Certified School Counselor within the Pre-K to 12th grade range. The purpose of the field experience is to provide an opportunity to practice counseling skills in an applied setting under the supervision of an experienced practitioner and under the direction of an faculty member. The course instructor and the field-site supervisor closely monitor the activity of the student. (600 total clock hours required)
Prerequisite: COUN 5413 Methods and Techniques of Counseling, COUN 5643 Practicum II School Coun, and COUN 5713 Group Process.
Restrictions: This course is only available to degree seeking students. Permission of the School Counseling Internship Coordinator and/or program chair permission is required.
Note: A combination of campus and school setting activities.
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COUN 5903 - Counseling Research 3 Credit Hours
This course provides students with an understanding of the different types of research designs, basis statistics, research and report development, and research implementation. Students study program evaluation, needs assessment, publication of research information, and ethical and legal research considerations to the professional counselor.
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COUN 5911 - Applied Psychological Research 1 Credit Hours
Students will complete their final research project under faculty supervision, and write an acceptable report of this activity. Continuous enrollment is required from date of the second practicum enrollment until the final project is accepted or until the student’s six year degree limit expires.
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COUN 5923 - Thesis 3 Credit Hours
A master’s thesis is an option of the Master of Science in Counseling degree. A thesis is a demonstration of the student’s research competence. As an option in the student’s degree plan a Thesis is formal research exercise to include; design of a study with relevant and appropriate reviews of the literature, analysis of data and presentation of results, and discussion and interpretation of findings.
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CR J 5023 - Comparative Criminal Justice 3 Credit Hours
An examination of the criminal justice systems of selected countries with comparisons, where applicable, with that of justice research and policies of these countries as well as their systems structure.
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CR J 5033 - Crime Theory 3 Credit Hours
An overview of the development of crime theory from the Classical School to the present. Emphasis is on the social context in which various theories and perspectives emerged.
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CR J 5043 - Seminar in Qualitative Research and Writing 3 Credit Hours
An intensive research and writing course focusing on preparing graduate research papers and article reviews. Students will learn to apply the proper format and methods of citation required for professional publications.
Note: Course will also provide experience in writing organized and thorough responses to graduate-level comprehensive type questions.
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CR J 5053 - Criminal Justice Research Methods 3 Credit Hours
Principles of scientific research; the application of rudimentary statistical principles, sampling, measuring, and interpretation. The course will examine the ways those methods can be utilized in the construction of research instruments, rating scales, and criminal justice planning.
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CR J 5063 - The Criminal Justice System 3 Credit Hours
A critical analysis of the present day structure, function, and history of the criminal justice system. The course examines the interactions between criminal justice and other governmental institutions in the political system.
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CR J 5073 - Constitutional Criminal Law 3 Credit Hours
An in-depth study of the constitutional basis for criminal law in the United States. The course will examine the relationship of the judicial process and constitutional law to criminal justice practice and administration.
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CR J 5083 - Computer Forensics, Research, and Cyber Crime 3 Credit Hours
An overview of cyberspace, cyberspace crimes and criminal behavior. Particular emphasis will be placed on clarification of terms, research techniques, hacking, prosecution, classification of crimes, Fourth Amendment issues, privacy issues, electronic surveillance, toolkits, preservation of evidence, unlocking files and data analysis.
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CR J 5133 - Directed Readings in Criminal Justice 3 Credit Hours
This course provides in-depth individual research on a contemporary issue in criminal justice. It is primarily used to correct for scheduling deficiencies that are beyond the student’s control. The directed readings project proposal must be submitted in writing by the student and approved by the graduate faculty.
Note: May not be repeated for additional credit.
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CR J 5143 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice 3 Credit Hours
This course provides a forum for the study of issues in the field of criminal justice that are not given continuous consideration in the graduate program.
Note: This course may be repeated for credit with different topics for a maximum of nine credit hours.
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CR J 5163 - Forensic Science 3 Credit Hours
The scope and methods of forensic science. The course will cover the use of probability theory in forensic science identification and examine the individualization of trace evidence by chemical and physical properties and comparative microscopy. Will also examine the functions and operations of crime laboratories and the preparation and presentation of scientific evidence in court.
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CR J 5173 - Seminar in Criminal Evidence 3 Credit Hours
Practical and legal problems in obtaining, preserving, and presenting evidence. The course will cover such topics as search and seizure, the exclusionary rule, the best evidence rule, chain of possession, discover, expert and opinion testimony, and evidence of mental condition.
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CR J 5183 - Seminar in Investigative Problems 3 Credit Hours
Sensitive investigative problems such as sex crimes, child abuse, crimes against the elderly, drugs, family disputes, white collar crimes, etc.
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CR J 5193 - Crime Prevention and Control 3 Credit Hours
An examination of the principles involved in preventing crime and maintaining positive social control.
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CR J 5213 - Issues in Homeland Security 3 Credit Hours
This course will study the policy, strategy, legal and organizational issues and challenges associated with the defense of the U.S. homeland, the efforts underway to meet those challenges and the range of means and methods that are, or could be, brought to bear on this subject.
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CR J 5233 - Native American Law & Justice 3 Credit Hours
Students examine topics related to the administration of justice in Native American territory that include, but are not limited to: federal law, tribal law, jurisdictional issues, the tribal legal system, mutual aid agreements, tribal casino gambling issues, and differing tribal systems of justice.
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CR J 5253 - Crime Policy 3 Credit Hours
A systemic overview of forecasting, policy development, operational and strategic planning, and program evaluation in criminal justice organizations.
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CR J 5263 - Criminal Justice Personnel Management 3 Credit Hours
An examination of the problems of personnel management within the criminal justice system. Problems of management administration, and organization are examined from the stand point of the executive of the agency.
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CR J 5283 - Legal Aspects of Criminal Justice Management 3 Credit Hours
Examination of the major legal issues of criminal justice management; the role of the law and judicial decisions in police courts, and correctional administration; the role of the law in policy formulation in criminal justice.
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CR J 5293 - Seminar in the Administration of Criminal Justice 3 Credit Hours
Contemporary issues concerning the philosophy, management, and operations of criminal justice agencies. Emphasis is given to the relationship of public administration to the justice system.
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CR J 5343 - Seminar in Juvenile Justice 3 Credit Hours
An examination of evolving legal approaches and intervention strategies used in processing the youthful/violent offender. The course will address the expanded use of adult certification and youthful offender statutes along with how research informs current “get tough” juvenile policies.
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CR J 5350 - Thesis 1-6 Credit Hours
Independent investigation demonstrating knowledge and methods of scholarship, culminating in a written thesis with oral defense. Thesis hours do not count toward the required number of elective hours.
Note: Thesis option students must take a minimum of six hours, but the course may be repeated for a maximum of nine credit hours.
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ECED 4113 - Creative Expression for Early Childhood 3 Credit Hours
Explore stages of development of children in the arts; develop techniques and materials to use in basic art media; develop skills and leadership in music activities through use of an expanded repertoire of traditional rhythms, chants, folk songs, singing games, and action songs; explore play, improvisation and dramatization in creative dramatics.
Cross-listed: ECED 5113.
Note: Credit cannot be earned in both ECED 4113 and ECED 5113.
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ECED 4313 - Development of Early Childhood Programs 3 Credit Hours
An overview of historical foundations, child development and theoretical bases, learning authorities, and a variety of educational settings. The student will become knowledgeable of the theoretical basis and child development needs which underlie various program models and the skills, methods and materials emphasized in each type.
Prerequisite: EDUC 3313 Clinical Teaching/Pre-Internship I with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
Restrictions: Minimum 2.75 GPA.
Cross-listed: ECED 5313.
Note: Credit cannot be earned in both ECED 4313 and ECED 5313.
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ECED 5113 - Creative Expression for Early Childhood 3 Credit Hours
Students explore stages of development of children in the arts; develop techniques and materials to use in basic art media; develop skills and leadership in music activities through the use of an expanded repertoire of traditional rhythms, chants, folk songs, singing games, and action songs; explore play, improvisation and dramatization in creative dramatics.
Cross-listed: ECED 4113.
Note: Course can be used as a graduate program elective only for those who have not completed ECED 4113.
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ECED 5213 - Infant and Toddlers 3 Credit Hours
Comprehensive study of typical and atypical development from conception to age 3, with attention to the physical, neurological, perceptual, cognitive, linguistic, emotional and social aspects; the role of professionals working with families to create nurturing environments and programs; interdisciplinary approaches to assessment and early intervention.
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ECED 5313 - Development of Early Childhood Programs 3 Credit Hours
Students learn the development of early childhood programs through an overview of historical foundations, learning authorities, and a consideration of educational settings. Students will become knowledgeable of the theoretical basis and child development needs which underlie various program models and the skills, methods, and materials emphasized in each type.
Cross-listed: ECED 4313.
Note: Course can be used as a graduate program elective only for those who have not completed ECED 4313.
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ECED 5413 - Advanced Development of the Young Child 3 Credit Hours
An advanced study of the normal and abnormal physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of the young child from birth to age 8, with special emphasis on the impact of group settings on development.
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ECED 5513 - Advanced Organization & Implementation, Early Childhood Programs 3 Credit Hours
Experiences for the graduate student in planning for and guiding groups of young children in a variety of early childhood settings; with attention given to appropriate methods and materials, use of time, resources, parent and community relations. An examination of multi-dimensional aspects of the early childhood educator’s role in program development.
Prerequisite: Completion of two of the four following courses: ECED 4113 Creative Expression for Early Childhood, ECED 4213 Cognitive Dev of Young Children & the Integrated Curriculum, ECED 4313 Dev of Early Childhood Programs, or ECED 5713 Advanced Study, Cognitive Dev of Young Children.
Co-requisite: ECED 5921 Seminar: Early Childhood Practicum.
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ECED 5543 - Family Dynamics in Early Childhood 3 Credit Hours
The content of this course will encourage mutually respectful relationships between teachers and diverse families. A case study format will be used.
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ECED 5563 - Diversity Issues in Early Childhood 3 Credit Hours
Critical analysis of issues related to diversity in early childhood education including race, culture, social class, gender, age, inclusion and religion and the ways in which these issues may impact children’s learning.
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ECED 5583 - Current Trends and Research in Early Childhood 3 Credit Hours
Current research findings, program development and the resulting trends in the field of early childhood education.
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ECED 5613 - Administration and Supervision of Early Childhood Programs 3 Credit Hours
The various roles of supervisors or administrators are examined. Strategies for developing effective programs based on an assessment of child, community, and family needs and use of accrediting or other appropriate standards will be studied.
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ECED 5713 - Advanced Study, Cognitive Development of Young Children 3 Credit Hours
Examines ways in which children construct knowledge about physical, social, and intellectual worlds. Considers contributions of Piagetian theory and other cognitive theories to the understanding of how children learn and the resulting programs which emphasize an active learning base, including the metacognition function of teaching thinking skills.
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ECED 5813 - Utilization of Resources in Early Childhood 3 Credit Hours
Analysis of current methods and techniques used to integrate technology across the early childhood curriculum and a critical review of resources available to children, families, and teachers.
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ECED 5900 - Seminar in Early Childhood Education 1-3 Credit Hours
This course will focus in depth on one global issue in Early Childhood Education and examine the sub-issues and research relevant to the topic. Capstone course.
Restrictions: Must have completed of 24 hours of graduate coursework.
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ECED 5913 - Advanced Study of Language Development of the Young Child 3 Credit Hours
Surveys and analyzes the major theories and research on children’s language development. The course draws on the areas of social linguistics, literacy development, cognition, and education to examine the developmental stages of acquisition, expansion and appropriate methods of assessment.
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ECED 5921 - Seminar: Early Childhood Practicum 1 Credit Hours
An opportunity for advanced undergraduate and graduate students to do in-depth research on problems related to specific interests in problem areas of education.
Restrictions: Must have completed 12 hours of education.
Instructor and department head permission is required.
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EDUC 5103 - Educational Research 3 Credit Hours
The place of research in serious study, some of the common techniques of research, presentation of the results of research, and the use of research in critical thinking.
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EDUC 5113 - Ethics and Legal Issues in Leadership 3 Credit Hours
This course explores principles of ethics and legal issues and practices regarding organizational and personal leadership, with special attention to philosophical, moral, and practical application in higher education, community, tribal and other service-sector settings.
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EDUC 5133 - Action Research & Inquiry 3 Credit Hours
Participants complete a project using the fundamental principles of action research and systematic inquiry into their own practice. Participants frame questions, gather and interpret data, and analyze that data to inform their practice and policies.
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EDUC 5143 - Qualitative Research 3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on educational research for fields of study requiring a method of inquiry that analyzes the dynamics in educational settings. The major considerations will include qualitative research strategies, design development, data organization and structure, and analysis procedures.
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EDUC 5173 - Building Learning Communities Online 3 Credit Hours
This course explores the guidelines of creating a learning community in online courses. Through course design, candidates will experience modeling of interaction and engagement in the online environment.
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