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Graduate Bulletin 2007-09 [Archived Catalog]

Part 3 — Course Descriptions

Part 3 consists of course descriptions in an alphabetical order that parallels the order used in the Schedule of Classes. Because of certain groupings of courses by sponsoring departments, you will find some cross-references, such as Statistics (STAT)-See Mathematical Sciences.

Standard information for each course includes the number, title, and credits (sometimes called credit hours or semester hours). For some courses, you will find information about the hours of laboratory or studio for which the course is scheduled during each week of a regular semester; these weekly hours are expanded during summer sessions. Fees for courses are assessed on the basis of credits and other factors.

V.T. (Variable Title) is shown for courses approved for variable titles. The title used for the course may be changed to specify the topic or other special focus of each offering of the course.

The course numbering system generally suggests levels of difficulty and appropriateness. Undergraduate courses eligible for graduate credit have numbers below 500. Courses at the 500 level in Purdue University departments are open to both advanced undergraduate and graduate students; other courses numbered 500 and above are generally open only to graduate students.

Preparation for courses is indicated as follows:

P: Indicates a prerequisite that must precede your enrollment in the course described. You may find one or more specific course numbers, the number of credits you should already have in a subject, or other conditions.

C: Indicates a corequisite that must be taken no later than the same semester you take the course described.

R: Indicates a recommendation concerning conditions to be met for enrollment in the course.

When no subject code is shown for prerequisites, corequisites, and recommended courses, they are in the same subject area as the course being described. If you lack a prerequisite or corequisite, you may seek the instructor’s consent to enroll in the course.

Session indicators (fall, spring, summer) suggest the times at which courses are generally offered. However, scheduling patterns may vary.

IPFW reserves the right to add, withdraw, or change courses without notice.

 
 
  

  • MUS M527 - Symphonic Literature

    Orchestral music of the 18th and 19th centuries.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • MUS M530 - Contemporary Music

    Trends in European and American music from about 1910 to the present, with emphasis on music since 1920.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • MUS M531 - Song Literature I

    Application of techniques of song study, interpretation, and program-building to song literature of Germany, France, Italy, England, America, and other areas.

    Preparation for Course
    P: M431-M432 or equivalent; diction and elementary grammar in French or German; vocal training equal to that of B.Mus.Ed. senior.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • MUS M532 - Song Literature II

    Application of techniques of song study, interpretation, and program-building to song literature of Germany, France, Italy, England, America, and other areas.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • MUS M540 - Graduate Music Appreciation

    How to listen to music. The art of music and its materials, concentrating on music written after 1750.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • MUS M541 - Music History Review for Graduate Students I

    Designed to satisfy deficiencies indicated by the graduate entrance examination in music history and literature. I. Before 1750. II. Since 1750.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • MUS M542 - Music History Review for Graduate Students II

    Designed to satisfy deficiencies indicated by the graduate entrance examination in music history and literature. I. Before 1750. II. Since 1750.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • MUS M544 - Piano Literature from 1830 to the Present

    Historical, stylistic, formal, and aesthetic features.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • MUS M556 - Research in the History and Literature of Music

    For graduate or advanced student in music literature or musicology desiring to do research in noncourse areas of music literature.

    Preparation for Course
    P: consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • MUS R571 - Opera Workshop

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • MUS R572 - Opera Workshop

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • MUS T511 - Theory Review for Graduate Students I

    Designed to satisfy deficiencies indicated by graduate theory entrance examination. Courses may be taken concurrently or separately. I. Aural training. II. Part-writing, analysis, form, harmonization. If both courses are required, T512 should be taken first.

    Cr. 2.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • MUS T512 - Theory Review for Graduate Students II

    Designed to satisfy deficiencies indicated by graduate theory entrance examination. Courses may be taken concurrently or separately. I. Aural training. II. Part-writing, analysis, form, harmonization. If both courses are required, T512 should be taken first.

    Cr. 2.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • NUR 521 - Theoretical Constructs in Nursing

    Theoretical constructs in nursing and related theories from behavioral and natural sciences are examined in relation to theory development. historical perspectives, nursing research, and theory-based practice. The scholarship of discovery is emphasized as students identify philosophical bases for nursing’s knowledge, review and critique appropriate literature, and consider nursing’s nature of scientific explanation and inquiry.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 523 - Nursing Research

    Design and methods for clinical research in nursing and related health disciplines are emphasized. Analysis of the research process, application of research in clinical practice and evaluation of outcomes is stressed. The principles of evidence based practice (EBP) will be introduced. Students will be prepared to evaluate the literature to determine best practice.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 525 - Informatics in Nursing

    Integrates nursing science with computer technology and information science to identify, gather, process, and manage information. Emphasis on technology-based health applications with support clinical, administrative, research, and educational decision making enhancing the efficacy of nursing endeavors.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 537 - Advanced Statistics and Data Management in Health Sciences

    Statistics and data management is designed to prepare graduate students to understand the use and application of statistical analyses in research. Participants will learn about various statistical methods and their use in analyzing various types of data and how to evaluate the use of statistical methods in published research literature. Methods for managing and analyzing research data with SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences) will be used in a computer laboratory setting to evaluate data in order to answer healthcare questions and concerns (evidence-based practice).

    Preparation for Course
    P: an undergraduate statistics course.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 599 - Special Topics

    Special topics in nursing are critically examined. Hours, credit, and subject matter are determined by the staff.

    Preparation for Course
    P: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 1-6.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 610 - Seminar on Healthcare Issues

    Analysis of current issues in healthcare, with a focus on current and anticipated business, political, and clinical practices in the healthcare system. An examination of the legal and ethical aspects of managing the healthcare of individuals. Explore and integrate the world of managed care into the advanced practice and case management role in nursing.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 651, 671 and 665.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 650 - Nursing Administration Theory I

    Examination of the foundation constructs of healthcare administration. Focuses on attaining a thorough understanding and ability to operationalize underpinning concepts, such as General Systems Theory, philosophy and mission, problem solving, workforce controls, and leadership. Critical thinking theory and skills are initiated in this course.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 651 - Nursing Administration Theory II

    Examination of the management aspect of nursing care delivery, marketing, and consumer behavior. Focuses on critical thinking theory, program research and development, team-based healthcare, healthcare marketing, and organizational research.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 650.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 652 - Nursing Administration Theory III

    Examination of the administrative theory and process in relation to the professional role of the nurse leader. Focuses on developing critical thinking in others, aspects of today’s professional leader, work redesign/reengineering, advanced practice role and standards, and presenting a professional seminar.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 650; 651.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 653 - Nursing Administration— Financial Management

    This course examines the financial management responsibilities of the nurse administrator. Course content focuses on understanding and operationalizing the processes associated with cost accounting, cost volume, profit analysis, healthcare budgets, and financial informatics.

    Preparation for Course
    P: Admission to the M.S. program or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 654 - Human Resource Management

    This course examines the concepts associated with managing the human resource segment of the organization. Course content focuses on understanding and using the concepts associated with employee values and behavior and appropriate behavior of the manager for the overall health and growth of the organization and its component parts.

    Preparation for Course
    P: Admission to the M.S. program or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 665 - Managed Care

    Examines the managed care aspect of delivering healthcare. Focuses on understanding and evaluating (1) the component parts of the managed care system, (2) the financial goals, (3) strategies for success within the world of managed care, and (4) Medicare and Medicaid.

    Preparation for Course
    P: Admission to the M.S. in nursing program.

    Cr. 2.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 671 - Administrative Practicum I

    This course provides the graduate student with the opportunity to operationalize the concepts learned in the Master of Science in nursing program. Through mutual agreement, the student and advisor choose an area of concentration and clinical practice site appropriate for meeting course and student goals. The student has a master’s prepared preceptor at the practicum site.

    Preparation for Course
    C: or P: 652.

    Cr. 2.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 672 - Administrative Practicum II

    This course is a continuation of NUR 671, which provides the graduate student with the opportunity to operationalize the concepts learned in the Master of Science nursing program. Through mutual agreement, the student and advisor choose an area of concentration and clinical practice site appropriate for meeting both course and student goals. The student has a master’s prepared preceptor at the practicum site. This practicum may be a continuation of NUR 671 with the same preceptor in the same site, or it may be a new area of concentration that meets the same practicum criteria as NUR 671.

    Preparation for Course
    C: or P: 671.

    Cr. 2.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 682 - Nursing Administration: Concept Synthesis and Application

    Any one of NUR 653, 665, 672, or COM 574 may be taken as a corequisite. This course is taken in the student’s last semester. A capstone course designed for the synthesis, assessment, and application of nursing administration theoretical concepts. Case method is extensively utilized, and the student writes and presents an oral defense of a position paper. The course content focuses on such concepts as application of research methodology to problem solving, decision-making models, critical thinking, interpretation of arguments, casual relationships, analysis of inductive reasoning, and assessing the logic of inferred conclusions. Students will demonstrate mastery of the concepts through case analysis and case discussion.

    Preparation for Course
    P: all required courses in the graduate program curriculum.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • NUR 698 - Research/M.S. Thesis

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    Graduate Level Note: You must be admitted to the nursing program or secure approval from the department before enrolling in any graduate-level nursing course.
  

  • OLS 510 - Foundations of Behavior and Leadership in Organizations

    Leadership involves relationships and social influence processes in an interactive, relational context. In this survey course, the foundational concepts and theories of human behavior that enable effective leadership are examined. Organizational behavior at the levels of the individual, group, and organization are discussed, with the goal of predicting, shaping, and evaluating workplace behavior.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 515 - Foundations of Human Resources

    A survey course emphasizing the human resource function (and its development) in the context of the work organization. Human resource development topics include exploration of various training and development techniques, the relation of training to organizational strategies, training needs analysis, evaluation of training, and career development. The strategic approach to human resource management also is covered, including what human resource professionals can and should do to help the organization succeed.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 520 - Foundations of Organizational Context

    An introduction of the tools of organizational decision making and for students to learn to integrate functional area knowledge and analysis in the organizational context. A variety of analyses are introduced, including budgeting, audits (i.e., cultural, strategic), planning, classification of core competencies and strategic capabilities, and understanding value chain, industry and competitor analyses, and basic project management. Using cases and real organizational problems, students will: (1) identify types of organizational reports and understand how to evaluate them; (2) demonstrate knowledge of when to request various analyses; and (3) understand how to complete some common organizational analyses and reports.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 525 - Organizational Analysis and Action

    A survey of key, recent, and essential elements of organizational theory and design that provide the foundation for diagnosing, developing, and critiquing organizational decisions and forms. Questions and issues to explore include: Why do organizations exist and why do they survive? Why and how do organizations differ? Why and how do organizations change? Multiple frameworks from the social sciences that are useful for understanding organizational processes will be applied.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 530 - System Change and Organization Development

    This graduate seminar explores the theory and practice of change in organizations. The process of organization development is explored, as well as basic OD interventions. Issues and challenges of organization development also are discussed.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 540 - Leading Collaborative Projects and Work Teams

    Focuses on methods of understanding and improving the performance of collaborations and work teams. A holistic view of teams is obtained by combining psychological theories and current practices in contemporary organizations. Topics include task design, team composition, member-role structures, member socialization, influence and power, leadership, decision making, and training. Students are asked to watch and reflect on collaborative work relationships. A heavy emphasis is placed on experiential learning, including case studies and a variety of team-learning exercises.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 510.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 545 - Compensation and Benefits

    Addresses the theoretical and practical issues associated with the design of effective compensation systems. Covers compensation philosophy, strategy, and policy, including topics such as performance-based pay, equity considerations, job evaluation, and benefits.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 515.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 555 - Workforce Planning and Employment

    An examination of all aspects of the staffing process beginning with workforce planning and applicant recruitment and ending with termination and outplacement. Recruitment and selection methods used by organizations are evaluated using scientific and ethical criteria, and discrepancies between research recommendations and practice are explored.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 515 and a research skills course.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 557 - Creativity and Innovation in Organizations and Industry

    Provides students with a deeper understanding of the process of creativity and design and its role in modern organizations. Students should develop sufficient knowledge to make informed decisions about innovation-related issues, to participate on design teams, and work on developing the cross-functional skills essential for developing and/or commercializing product, process, or service innovations in traditional and in start-up environments.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 560 - Leadership of Virtual Teams

    Introduces students to contemporary theories, concepts, and applications of virtual teamwork. Students explicitly examine the differences in virtual and collocated team development, and use emerging theories (e.g., team identity theory) and perspectives (e.g., online community development) to predict and explain virtual team behavior and leadership decisions. This course requires Internet connection and completion of some collaborative tasks, while maintaining only computer and technological linkages to widely dispersed team members.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 565 - Employee Relations

    Explores determinants of employee attitudes and job satisfaction and modification of attitudes and morale. Ways to reduce barriers between management and employees are investigated, as are organizational communication issues, diversity issues, procedures to resolve disputes, employee involvement strategies, and working effectively with unions and maintaining non-union status.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 515.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 570 - Leadership Across Cultural Boundaries

    This course will enhance the student’s ability to harness the talents of diverse members in organizations and take full advantage of cultural similarities and differences. Various activities will link theory and experience and help students predict and understand the worldly context of organizations.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 510.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 575 - Contemporary Employment Practices and the Law

    A survey and analysis of the law governing human resources. Students will strengthen their understanding of the legal framework in which human resource administration takes place by studying employment discrimination, compensation laws and regulations, employee selection guidelines, and other topics.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 515.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 584 - Constructive and Destructive Conflict and Cooperation

    This course is designed to provide students from all functional backgrounds with skills needed to approach interdependent relationships and negotiations with confidence. Included is an examination of how leadership and influence is gained, maintained, used, abused, and lost in the pursuit of interpersonal and organizational objectives that are often in conflict. Students in the course will develop a framework for analysis, gain knowledge about one’s own tendencies in negotiation, and have a chance to experiment with negotiating techniques in various contexts.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 510.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 585 - Health Safety and Security

    A seminar course covering safety promotion, human factors considerations, contingency planning and crisis management, theft and misuse of organizational resources, and investigations and preventive measures. Other topics covered include promoting employee health and creating psychosocially healthy organizations.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 515.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 587 - Developing a Leadership Philosophy

    Focuses on affect, motives, attitudes, beliefs, values, ethics, morals, will, commitment, preferences, norms, expectations, responsibilities, and other key concepts as they relate to leadership. Students will develop a deeper understanding of the kind of ethical dilemmas they may face in the workplace. A variety of methods, such as invited speakers, case studies, or readings are used to deepen understanding of the issues and provide practical examples. Students will develop their personal philosophy as well as the skills and confidence needed for ethical leadership in their professional careers.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 510.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • OLS 680 - Research in OLS

    This course focuses on the planning and executing of research designs after identifying a real organizational challenge or problem. While some guidance is provided, students will develop their own methods of uncovering and diagnosing organizational problems, reviewing relevant literature, formulating solution models and recommendations, and helping client organizations implement changes. Students are required to prepare and present a thesis or action learning project, with an emphasis on documenting ways they have and can make a difference in any organization.

    Preparation for Course
    P: Completion of core courses and consent of instructor/advisor.

    Cr. 3
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHIL 510 - Phenomenology

    A detailed, critical examination of some major issue(s) in phenomenology. Attention will be given to either the historical development or the contemporary relevance of phenomenological philosophy. Readings will be drawn from the works of Husserl, Heidegger, Merleau-Ponty, and others.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 110.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    May be repeated for credit.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHIL 514 - 20th Century Analytical Philosophy I

    The origins of contemporary philosophical analysis. An examination of the most important philosophical writings of Gottob Frege and Bertrand Russell, as well as the Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus of Ludwig Wittgenstein.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 150 and one other course in philosophy.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHIL 515 - 20th Century Analytical Philosophy II

    The development of philosophical analysis through logical positivism and the various forms of linguistic philosophy. An examination of some of the important writings of Moore, Ayer, Ryle, Wisdom, Austin, and the later Wittgenstein. Need not be preceded by PHIL 514.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 150 and one other course in philosophy.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHIL 524 - Contemporary Ethical Theory

    A critical review of 20th century developments in ethical and value theory, with particular reference to the dispute between utilitarianism and deontological theories, and to the problem of justification.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 110 or 111.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHIL 525 - Studies in Metaphysics

    An intensive and critical review of one or more of the basic problems of ontology and cosmology, such as substance, existence, causality, change, time, space, teleology, freedom, and universals. Variable content.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 301 or 303.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHIL 530 - Deconstructionist and Postmodernist Philosophy

    An examination of the main currents of deconstructionist and postmodernist thought in the latter part of the 20th century. Texts to be studied will be selected from the writings of Heidegger, Derrida, Foucault, Kristeva, Irigaray, Deleuze, Guattari, Lyotard, Baudrillard, and Rorty.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 111, 303 or 304.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHIL 575 - Problems in Esthetics

    An intensive examination of some of the characteristic questions of contemporary aesthetic theory.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 275.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHIL 576 - Philosophy and Literary Theory

    Explores the interchanges between philosophy and literary theory that animate such areas as hermeneutics, phenomenology, existentialism, Marxism, feminism, African American studies, postmodern theory, and cultural studies.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 6 credits in philosophy or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHIL 580 - Pro-Seminar in Philosophy

    Designed primarily for majors in philosophy. Other students may be admitted to the course with the special consent of the instructor. Topic to be selected by the department.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 6 credits of philosophy.

    Cr. 3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Notes
    May be repeated for credit.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHIL 590 - Directed Readings in Philosophy

    A reading course directed by the instructor in whose particular field of specialization the content of the reading falls. Approval of each reading project must be secured from the department.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 6 credits of philosophy, plus basic work in area to be investigated.

    Cr. 1-3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Notes
    May be repeated for credit.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHYS 515 - Thermal and Statistical Physics

    Equilibrium states, the concept of heat, and the laws of thermodynamics; the existence and properties of the entropy; different thermodynamic potentials and their uses; phase diagrams; introduction to statistical mechanics and its relation to thermodynamics; treatment of ideal gases.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 310, 330, and a course in differential equations or advanced calculus.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHYS 520 - Mathematical Physics

    Portions of selected areas of mathematics that are of particular importance in physics are covered. These are drawn from vector and tensor operators, infinite series, analytic functions, the calculus of residues, partial differential equations, and the special functions of mathematical physics.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 310, 322, 330 or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHYS 522 - Coherent Optics and Quantum Electronics

    Recent experimental and theoretical developments in optics emphasizing concepts of coherence, Fourier optics, and the quantum theory of radiation. Applications to lasers and masers, nonlinear optics, holography, and quantum electronics.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 322, 330, and 550.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHYS 524 - Physical Optics and Experimental Spectroscopy

    Theory and applications of spectroscopic instruments, including Fourier spectrometer, scanning and photographic interferometer, grating and prism spectrometers and spectrographs. Emphasis is on the analysis of the instruments and their fundamental and practical limitations. Theory and structure of spectra and their regularities, and the Zeeman effect.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 322 or equivalent.

    Cr. 4.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHYS 536 - Electronic Techniques for Research

    A summary of principles of modern electronics currently used in research. The emphasis is on broad coverage of the field rather than an in-depth study of selected topics or applications.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 251 or equivalent.

    Cr. 4.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHYS 545 - Solid State Physics

    Crystal structure; lattice vibrations and electronic band structure of crystals; electrical, optical, and thermal properties of solids; transport and other nonequilibrium phenomena in uniform and nonuniform materials.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 550 or equivalent.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHYS 550 - Introduction to Quantum Mechanics

    Brief historical survey of the development of quantum mechanics; waves in classical physics; wavepackets; uncertainty principle; wave functions; operators; expectation values of dynamical observable; Schrodinger equation; application of Schrodinger equation to one-dimensional problems; the hydrogen atom; electron spin; periodic table; and selected topics in perturbation theory, scattering theory, and compounding of angular moments.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 342 and at least one other junior-level course in mathematics and physics or equivalent.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHYS 570 - Selected Topics in Physics

    Specialized topics in physics selected from time to time.

    Cr. 3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PHYS 590 - Reading and Research

    Cr. 1-3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • POLS Y339 - Middle Eastern Politics

    Political culture and change in selected Middle Eastern and North African countries. Topics include political elites, traditional cultures, modern political ideology, institutions of political control, conflict management, and social reform policies.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Undergraduate Level, Eligible for Graduate Credit
  

  • POLS Y340 - East European Politics

    The study of the evolution of the governmental and political processes in the states of Eastern Europe. Traditional, ideological, and political aspects of the individual Communist societies will be discussed, with special emphasis on ideological differentiation and nationalism.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Undergraduate Level, Eligible for Graduate Credit
  

  • POLS Y367 - International Law

    Sources and consequences of international law; relationship to international organizations and world order; issues of national sovereignty, human rights, conflict resolution, international property rights, world trade, environmental change, and other topics.

    Preparation for Course
    P: Y109 or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Undergraduate Level, Eligible for Graduate Credit
  

  • POLS Y371 - Workshop in International Topics

    Includes such topics as development of the international system, politics of food and populations, law of the sea, human rights, trade, U.S. foreign policy, United Nations issues, etc.

    Cr. 3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Notes
    May be repeated once for credit with permission of department advisor.
    Dual Level Course
    Undergraduate Level, Eligible for Graduate Credit
  

  • POLS Y381 - History of Political Theory I

    An exposition and critical analysis of the major political philosophers and philosophical schools. I. From Plato to Machiavelli. II. From Machiavelli to present.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Undergraduate Level, Eligible for Graduate Credit
  

  • POLS Y382 - History of Political Theory II

    An exposition and critical analysis of the major political philosophers and philosophical schools. I. From Plato to Machiavelli. II. From Machiavelli to present.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Undergraduate Level, Eligible for Graduate Credit
  

  • POLS Y392 - Problems of Contemporary Political Philosophy

    An extensive study of one or more great philosophical thinkers, movements, or problems. Subject will vary with instructor and year. Current information may be obtained from the political science department.

    Preparation for Course
    P: Y105 or consent of instructor.

    Cr. 3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Notes
    May be repeated once, with the permission of the department advisor.
    Dual Level Course
    Undergraduate Level, Eligible for Graduate Credit
  

  • PSY 523 - Introduction to Theories of Psychotherapy

    A survey of the major approaches to psychotherapy, including their theory of illness and cure. Three traditions are represented: psychoanalytical (e.g., Freud, Adler, Jung), behavioral (e.g., Miller and Dollard, Wolpe, Stampf), and cognitive-phenomenological (e.g., Rogers, Kelly, Binswanger).

    Preparation for Course
    R: introductory course in theory of personality (e.g., PSY 420).

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PSY 526 - Psycholinguistics

    An introduction to the descriptive devices, central issues, and varying methodologies of psycholinguistics.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 235 or 350.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PSY 532 - Psychological Disorders of Childhood

    A review of the nature, causes, and consequences of deviations from normal childhood development. Emphasis is placed on the two most common types of psychological problems in childhood: mental retardation and behavior disorders.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 235 and 350.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PSY 540 - History of Psychology

    A review of the philosophical, theoretical, and methodological issues that entered into the development of modern psychology. Emphasis is placed on historical themes that continue to be active in the science and profession of psychology. (Psychology majors enrolled in PSY 540 are required to take the Psychology Department Exit Exam.)

    Preparation for Course
    P: Senior class standing and 12 credits in psychology.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PSY 550 - Introduction to Clinical Psychology

    The case-study method, including a discussion of the importance of historical information, the contribution of clinical tests to diagnosis, and a general survey of prevention and treatment techniques.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 12 credits in psychology.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PSY 590 - Individual Research Problems

    Opportunity for students to study particular problems in any field of psychology or initiate themselves into research techniques under the guidance of a member of the staff.

    Preparation for Course
    P: 12 credits in psychology and consent of instructor.

    Cr. 1-3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • PSY 592 - Advanced Special Topics

    Various topics that may change from semester to semester are presented by psychology faculty.

    Preparation for Course
    P: Junior standing and 12 credits in psychology.

    Cr. 1-3.
    Notes
    May be repeated for credit.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • SE 520 - Engineering Economics

    Provide an overview of financial accounting principles and basic economic concepts that drive project selection, design, and development. Topics include the time-value of money, investment return, depreciation, budgeting, cash flow, risk, and cost management. The course will emphasize the linkage between project scope and cost management with special attention to cost estimation and earned-value cost management techniques.

    Preparation for Course
    P: Senior or graduate standing in an engineering or science degree program.

    Cr. 3.
    Notes
    For graduate engineering courses presented by tape delay from West Lafayette, contact Continuing Engineering Education in West Lafayette, 765-494-7015.
    Dual Level Course
    Dual-Level, Undergraduate-Graduate
  

  • SOC P510 - Seminar on Organizations and the Individual

    Focuses on the interplay between social structural factors and individual actions. Examines basic principles of social organizations, as well as variations in types of organizational arrangements. Explores impact of organizational structures on individual behavior and attributes, and the implications of various behavioral strategies adopted by individuals functioning within organizations.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC P514 - Health and Healthcare Issues

    An investigation of health and the healthcare system in the United States with focus on issues, problems, and alternatives for policy reform.

    Preparation for Course
    P: graduate standing.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC P517 - Social Stratification and Social Practice

    This course examines social stratification as both an area of scientific inquiry and sociological practice. Course content covers the historical and cross-cultural variations in social stratification, systems of inequality, and the social policies associated with addressing inequality.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC P540 - Principles of Sociological Theory and Practice

    This course will introduce graduate students to the theoretically informed practice of sociology. Students will develop the ability to use social theory in the analysis of society and social life.

    Preparation for Course
    P: undergraduate course in social theory.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC P550 - Statistical Techniques for Sociological Practice I

    Course focuses on how to use statistical analysis to answer common questions in the practice of sociology, as well as on what statistical techniques are useful to answer sociological practice questions, and how to apply them and interpret their results. Specific methods to be covered include documentary, ethnographic, survey, experimental design, secondary data analysis, social indicators, focused literature reviews, and library research techniques.

    Preparation for Course
    P: one basic undergraduate statistics course.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC P560 - Topics in Sociological Practice

    This is a graduate seminar in selected topic areas in sociology, exploring the nature of sociological practice within each area (e.g., policy issues and/or intervention strategies as applied to health).

    Cr. 3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC P562 - Topics in Policy Analysis

    Graduate seminar in selected topic areas in sociology, focusing on the analysis of social policy with each area.

    Preparation for Course
    P: graduate standing.

    Cr. 3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC P570 - Applied Research Methods

    Course covers the methodological tools and practical knowledge needed to conduct applied social research. Students will be exposed to a variety of methods and will learn how to choose the most appropriate method for specific research problems and settings, and understand advantages and disadvantages for each.

    Preparation for Course
    P: undergraduate course in sociological research methods.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC P576 - Graduate Seminar in Sociological Pedagogy

    Develop and refine personal teaching philosophy, learn the standards of good course design, explore learning styles, and examine best practices in course delivery and students assessment. Exposure to the field of the scholarship of teaching and learning.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC P578 - Mediation and Conflict Resolution Strategies

    Explores the nature of conflict in human social relations and strategies for conflict resolution. Students will learn and practice techniques for proactively and constructively dealing with interpersonal and intergroup conflict. Successful completion of course will enable student to be a certified community mediator in a variety of disputes.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC P695 - Independent Research in Sociological Practice

    Provides the student an opportunity to engage in independent research under the guidance of a faculty member. The student works with a faculty member in developing and carrying out a research plan. Course requirements are negotiated between the student and the supervising faculty member.

    Preparation for Course
    P: permission of instructor and completion of P540, P550, and P570.

    Cr. 1-3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC P697 - Professional Development

    Will cover professional socialization into the practice of sociology, professional ethics, and developing a career as a practicing sociologist. Students will develop a research proposal and obtain all necessary approvals. May be taken multiple times; only 3 hours will count toward degree.

    Preparation for Course
    P: all other core courses and 6 hours of approved electives.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC P698 - Practicum in Sociological Practice

    Must complete all other course work and have approved proposal. Work with client organization as a practicing sociologist, produce written report, and give a presentation of the findings. Only 6 hours will count toward completion of degree requirements.

    Preparation for Course
    P: permission of the program director.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC P699 - Master’s Thesis Research

    Students must finish all other coursework and have approved proposal. Students will carry out an approved research project, produce a thesis, and give a presentation of their findings. May be taken multiple times; only 6 hours will count toward degree.

    Preparation for Course
    P: Permission of program director.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC S516 - Seminar in Sociology of Family

    Review of the field with research emphasis; critical evaluation of current thought and policy; projects.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC S518 - Seminar in Sociology of Religion

    Review of the field, drawing chiefly on sociological sources but giving consideration to anthropological, psychological, and historical materials. Stress on origins, religious movements, and interrelationships between collective religious behavior and social organization.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC S521 - Seminar in Deviant Behavior

    Readings and research on selected topics in deviance.

    Cr. 3-9.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC S528 - Research in Criminology

    Each student selects a problem in regard to delinquency or crime on which he or she works for one or two semesters; class discussions on theories of criminal behavior.

    Cr. 3-6.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC S560 - Topics in Sociology

    Selected topics in social organization and social psychology, including, but not limited to, the sociologies of work, sex roles, education, mental illness, science, sociolinguistics, socialization, deviance, sexual patterns and variations, and small-group processes.

    Cr. 3.
    Variable Title
    (V.T.)
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
  

  • SOC S574 - Medical Sociology

    The social organization of medical care. Considers patterns of morbidity and mortality, social epidemiology of disease, social effects of disease, cost and use of medical services, modes of medical practice, hospital organization, and programs for medical care.

    Cr. 3.
    Dual Level Course
    Graduate Level
 

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