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2013-2014 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Physics
  

  • PHYS 560 - Undergraduate/Graduate Research

    (1-4 S.H.)

    An opportunity for advanced physics students to work with a faculty member on an independent research project. A written report and oral presentation are required on the results of the research. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as PHYS 460. See Undergraduate Catalog. Offered every semester. Grade only.


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  • PHYS 590 - Individual Problems in Physics

    (1-4 S.H.)

    An opportunity for the qualified advanced undergraduate or graduate to work independently. Topics may include research, development of special skills, selected readings, etc. Time arranged. May be repeated for a total of four credits. May be taken for undergraduate credit as PHYS 490. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisite: Consent of the physics advisor. Offered on demand as an arranged class. Grade only.


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Political Science
  

  • POLS 510 - Political Research Seminar

    (3 S.H.)

    Capstone experience that allows students to do original primary research utilizing the various primary research tools and approaches used in the study of practical phenomena and processes. Emphasis is placed on problem solving and critical thinking. Students will have a capstone experience in which they will apply knowledge gained in this and other courses to an original research problem. Survey research techniques will be studied and a practical survey project will be undertaken. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as POLS 410. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisite: POLS 280. (See Undergraduate Catalog.) Grade only.


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  • POLS 516 - Internship Program

    (1-12 S.H.)

    To provide practical experience in local, state, and national government and in public administration (limited enrollment). Credit arranged. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as POLS 416. See Undergraduate Catalog. Grade only.


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  • POLS 520 - Administrative Law

    (3 S.H.)

    An exploration of the law of Administrative process: Legislative, Executive and Judicial control of administrative action, the formal administrative process; administrative discretion; and with due consideration to the Federal Administrative Procedure Act. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as POLS 420. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: POLS 120 and POLS 320. (See Undergraduate Catalog.) Grade only.


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  • POLS 522 - American Foreign Policy

    (3 S.H.)

    A study of the contemporary foreign policy of the United States. The course includes an analysis of threats and issues originating from the external world and facing America, and the suitable American response, responsibilities and commitments. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as POLS 422. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: POLS 130 or consent of instructor. (See Undergraduate Catalog.) Offered every two years. Grade Only.


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  • POLS 526 - Politics of Public Budgeting

    (3 S.H.)

    An examination of the politics of budgeting at the state, local and national level. Consideration will be given to program planning, intergovernmental relations, the government and the economy, and reforms in budgetary systems. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as POLS 416. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: POLS 120 and POLS 228. (See Undergraduate Catalog.) Grade only.


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  • POLS 599 - Seminar

    (1-3 S.H.)

    The subject matter to be arranged by the instructor prior to the course being offered. The student may repeat the course without limitation on the number of credits as long as the subject matter is different. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as POLS 499. See Undergraduate Catalog. Grade only.


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Professional Science Master’s Program
  

  • PSM 602 - Scientific Ethics

    (1 S.H.)

    This course offers analysis of scientific ethics in private and public sector with the aim of preparing students for careers in applied scientific research and research management. Will also encompass overview in hazardous chemical, blood borne pathogen, and human subject research training. Fulfills scientific ethics training requirement for federal grant funding. Open only to students admitted to the PSM program. Lecture only. Offered yearly at WSU and via distance learning partners. Grade only.


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  • PSM 604 - Project Management for Science and Engineers

    (3 S.H.)

    This course focuses on concepts within the project management field and educates those enrolled on project selection, project definition, project planning and controlling projects and their scope, quality, cost, and risk. Other topics that are discussed include communicating through conflict, project negotiation skills, and using individual strengths specifically in Science or Engineering projects. Microsoft Project software usage is featured. Prerequisites: Admission to the Graduate school and PSM Program. Offered annually. Grade only.


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  • PSM 606 - Research Methods

    (2 S.H.)

    Instruction in research methods, including designing, planning and conducting research. Students will gain experience in background research using scientific literature, experimental design, writing a research proposal, planning a research budget, data quality control and assurance procedures, preparing for field and laboratory research, settling realistic goals and deadlines for project completion, and verbal and written presentation. Course activities and lectures will be adapted into specific student projects. Some lecturing, but the course delivery style will emphasize the value and importance of peer-to-peer review, discussion, and collaboration in completing scientific research. Prerequisite: Admission to the PSM Program or permission of the instructor. Offered once per year. Grade only.


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  • STAT 602 - Statistical Methods for Research

    (3 S.H.)

    This course will give students an overview of the use of statistics in research. In particular, it will focus on aspects of study design and subsequent statistical analysis. The study design topics covered include: observational studies, experiments, surveys, randomization, blocking, repeated measures, and factorial experiments. Statistical analysis techniques covered include: a review of significance tests and confidence intervals, regression, ANOVA/ANCOVA, nonparametric methods, and methods of analysis for categorical and ordinal data. Prerequisites: Admission to the PSM program and completion of an introductory statistics course. This course will be offered online on an annual basis Grade only.


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Psychology
  

  • PSY 500 - Independent Study or Research

    (1-3 S.H.)

    Independent study or research for credit under the guidance of a faculty member with prior consent. May be repeated. Teaching assistantships and field experiences may be available but only on a P/NC basis. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as PSY 400.See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: PSY 210 and as determined by the instructor. (See Undergraduate Catalog.) Offered each semester. Grade only.


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  • PSY 518 - Behavioral Pharmacology

    (3 S.H.)

    An analysis of the psychological, sociological, and physiological factors related to pharmacological treatment of psychological disorders and chemical dependency. In addition, a discussion of traditional medicine and drug development will be included. This course does not meet teacher certification. It is designed for non-education majors. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as PSY 418. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: PSY 210 and PSY 303. (See Undergraduate Catalog.) Offered every two years. Grade only.


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  • PSY 520 - Abnormal Psychology

    (3 S.H.)

    The origins, development, and treatment of abnormal behavior. Topics include mood, anxiety and schizophrenic disorders, as well as selected topics, which may include somatoform and dissociative disorders, lifespan related disorders, substance use disorders, organic disorders, psychological aspects of illness, and prevention. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as PSY 420. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: PSY 210 and 3 additional semester hour credits in psychology. (See Undergraduate Catalog.) Offered each semester. Grade only.


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  • PSY 523 - Psychopathology of Childhood

    (3 S.H.)

    This course will examine the common mental health disorders of childhood and adolescence. A developmental psychopathological framework will be applied to the examination of the disorders. Disorders likely to be covered are anxiety, mood, conduct, pervasive developmental disorders (e.g., autism), and learning, among others. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as PSY 423. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: PSY 210, PSY 250 and PSY 420 (See Undergraduate Catalog.) or PSY 520 - Abnormal Psychology . Offered yearly. Grade only.


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  • PSY 525 - Organizational Psychology

    (3 S.H.)

    An analytical survey of theory and research in organizational socialization, decision-making, motivation, leadership and the use of power and authority, communication, organizational change and development, and the evaluation of organizational effectiveness. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as PSY 425. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: PSY 210. (See Undergraduate Catalog.) Offered yearly. Grade only.


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  • PSY 598 - Seminar in Psychology

    (1-3 S.H.)

    A variable topic course involving in-depth study of a specialized subject area within psychology. May be repeated with different topics. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as PSY 498. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: PSY 210 (See Undergraduate Catalog.) and as determined by the instructor. Offered as available. Grade only.


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Recreation, Tourism and Therapeutic Recreation
  

  • RTTR 514 - Recreational Leadership

    (3 S.H.)

    A study of leadership principles, leadership techniques and leadership theories. Required recreation leader competencies and group dynamic issues also will be addressed. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as RTTR 414. See Undergraduate Catalog. Grade only.


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  • RTTR 517 - Special Topics in Recreation, Tourism and Therapeutic Recreation

    (1-3 S.H.)

    Typically offered on a workshop basis. Subject matter determined by department. Course may be repeated when offered with different subject matter, content, and title. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as RTTR 417. See Undergraduate Catalog. Grade only.


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  • RTTR 544 - Leadership In the Natural Environment

    (3 S.H.)

    Exploration of the out-of-doors as a medium to master the ability to apply different learning and leadership models to an ecosystem philosophy. Engagement in a process that connects future leaders to the sustainability of self, the group dynamic and their environment. Grade only.


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  • RTTR 601 - Research Methods

    (3 S.H.)

    Methods and techniques of research potential and completed problems analyzed with view to selection of topics. Grade only.


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  • RTTR 613 - Independent Study in Recreation, Tourism and Therapeutic Recreation

    (1-3 S.H.)

    A problems discovery and identification course. Each student selects a problem for intensive study and files a written report of his/her investigation and suggested solutions or recommendations. Prerequisites: Advance consent of cooperating faculty member and approval of topic outline. Grade only.


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  • RTTR 626 - Planning of Facilities in Recreation, Tourism or Therapeutic Recreation

    (3 S.H.)

    Principles and standards for facility planning, construction, use and maintenance. Grade only.


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  • RTTR 633 - Administrative Problems in Recreation, Tourism and Therapeutic Recreation

    (3 S.H.)

    A study of administrative problems in recreation, tourism or therapeutic recreation. Grade only.


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  • RTTR 640 - Measurement Techniques

    (3 S.H.)

    Principles of measurement and interpretation of recreation, tourism and therapeutic recreation tests/tools. Grade only.


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  • RTTR 641 - Current Literature and Research in Recreation, Tourism and Therapeutic Recreation

    (3 S.H.)

    A survey of professional literature and research in the fields of recreation tourism or therapeutic recreation. Grade only.


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Sociology
  

  • SOC 505 - Models and Strategies of Intervention

    (3 S.H.)

    An in-depth study of therapeutic methodologies and skills used in correctional services. Special emphasis is on reality therapy to assist individual clients and small groups with behavioral and cognitive changes. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SOC 405. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: SOC 210 or permission of instructor. Limited to 20 students. Offered each semester. Grade only.


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  • SOC 512 - Sociology of Gender and Sexuality

    (3 S.H.)

    This course explores the sociological study of gender, sex and sexuality. The course will cover the following topics: the definitions and social construction of gender and sex; sociological theories of gender, sex and sexuality; and gender, sex and sexuality based inequalities. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SOC 412. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: SOC 150. Offered yearly. Grade only.


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  • SOC 523 - Race Relations and Minority Groups

    (3 S.H.)

    This course examines race and ethnic relations. It explores the concepts pertaining to such relations, e.g., discrimination, minorities, prejudice. It looks at the theories, which attempt to explain prejudice and discrimination. It looks at the various minority groups from both current and historical perspectives. Finally, the course looks at oppression and the impact of oppression on people’s lives. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SOC 423. See Undergraduate Catalog. Offered twice yearly. Grade only.


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  • SOC 531 - Social Class and Power

    (3 S.H.)

    Social classes, their membership, and their use of social, economic and political power. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SOC 431. See Undergraduate Catalog. Offered periodically. Grade only.


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  • SOC 534 - Sociology of Health and Illness

    (3 S.H.)

    Social factors associated with the incidence and treatment of illness and the social organization of medical institutions and distribution of medical services. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SOC 434. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisite: SOC 150. Offered periodically. Grade only.


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  • SOC 535 - Advanced Topics in Family Sociology

    (3 S.H.)

    This course serves to introduce students to the study of topics specific to the sociology of families. Topics may include: family formation, family change, family dissolution, parent-child relationships, work and family, aging families, among other topics. The focus of this course will be on U.S. families. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SOC 435. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisite: SOC 212. Offered each semester. Grade only.


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Special Education
  

  • SPED 500 - Education of Exceptional Children/Youth

    (3 S.H.)

    An overview of information to assist human service professionals in understanding the educational, vocational and other transitional needs of individuals in preschool through post-school who are speech impaired, learning disabled, emotionally disturbed, behaviorally disordered, deaf, blind, mentally disabled, physically disabled, health impaired or gifted. IDEA, ADA and SEC 504 as well as parent participation are stressed. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SPED 400. See Undergraduate Catalog. Offered twice yearly and summer. Grade only.


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  • SPED 505 - Student Management Systems

    (3 S.H.)

    A study of management systems used in modern preschool through high school education settings with emphasis upon preventive, proactive techniques. Both regulated and unregulated management systems for regular education and special education students are taught. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SPED 405. See Undergraduate Catalog. Offered twice yearly. Grade only.


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  • SPED 510 - Introduction to Assessment/Methods

    (3 S.H.)

    An introduction to the basic components of Special Education assessment, curriculum, instruction and IEP development. Standardized and informal assessment procedures and their relationship to direct instruction are emphasized. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SPED 410. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: SPED 500 - Education of Exceptional Children/Youth , SPED 505 - Student Management Systems , EDUC 304 or equivalent, EDUC 311 or equivalent; methods courses in math and reading recommended. Concurrent enrollment in SPED 631 - Field Experience . Departmental permission to enroll. Offered twice yearly. Grade only.


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  • SPED 514 - Multisensory/Comprehensive Language Arts Instruction I

    (5 S.H.)

    The first of a two course sequence (SPED 514/ SPED 515 - Multisensory/Comprehensive Language Arts Instruction II ) in literacy methods. This first course examines the integration of reading, writing, listening, and speaking competencies in a unified literacy curriculum for learners from kindergarten through grade 12. Instructional emphasis is placed upon learning the sound/symbols associations for all levels of written language including the multisensory essential teaching techniques in literacy instruction based on the original work of Orton and Gillingham. Instruction encompasses linguistic rules and the structure of English from elementary to the highest levels of vocabulary, and matching appropriate instructional strategies with the present knowledge of learners and their language learning capabilities. A required supervised practicum is integral to the course. WSU students enrolled in this course must demonstrate mastery of the skills learned by teaching students with reading difficulties under supervised conditions. This two-course sequence meets the Minnesota Board of Teaching reading competency requirements. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SPED 414. See Undergraduate Catalog. Grade only.


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  • SPED 515 - Multisensory/Comprehensive Language Arts Instruction II

    (5 S.H.)

    The second of a two-course sequence (SPED 514 - Multisensory/Comprehensive Language Arts Instruction I /515) in literacy methods extends the examination of reading, writing, listening, speaking, and viewing competencies into all areas of language arts. The focus will be on applying multisensory teaching techniques based on the original work of Orton and Gillingham to all the areas needed for literacy competencies: word decoding and encoding, comprehension skills, written expression skills, vocabulary development, and knowledgeable use of grammar. This will also include assessment of an individual’s specific instructional needs and ways to adapt instruction of essential concepts to fit those needs at all levels of literacy required by learners from kindergarten through high school. A required supervised practicum is integral to the course. WSU students enrolled in this course must demonstrate mastery of the skills learned by teaching students with reading difficulties under supervised conditions. This two-course sequence meets the Minnesota Board of Teaching reading competency requirements. Prerequisite: SPED 514 - Multisensory/Comprehensive Language Arts Instruction I . Grade only. Note: May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SPED 415. See Undergraduate Catalog.


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  • SPED 520 - Special Education Administrative Procedures

    (3 S.H.)

    An overview of special education delivery models including finances, legislation, philosophic considerations, least restrictive approaches, parent involvement and due process safeguards. Local, state and federal rules and regulations are studied as are federal legislation including IDEA, ADA, and Section 504. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SPED 420. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisite or co-requisite: SPED 500 - Education of Exceptional Children/Youth . Offered twice yearly and summer. Grade only.


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  • SPED 530 - Characteristics of Students with Disabilities

    (3 S.H.)

    This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the characteristics of students who are developmentally disabled, learning disabled, or emotionally/behaviorally disordered. Implications for planning instruction and issues related to field of Special Education are identified. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SPED 430. See Undergraduate Catalog. Offered twice yearly. Grade only.


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  • SPED 533 - Practicum DD- Moderate to Severe Developmental Disabilities

    (3 S.H.)

    This field experience covers appropriate instruction and case management for individuals with moderate to severe developmental disabilities. Students find school or community placements, such as extended school year programs, summer camps, respite care, and group homes, but must have approval and enroll before beginning practicum. Working or volunteering with a designated supervisor, practicum students complete a minimum of 45 contact hours. A portfolio and letter of verification is required. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SPED 433. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: Sophomore status. Offered both semesters and summers. P/NC only.


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  • SPED 540 - Assessment/Methods for Students with Developmental Disabilities

    (3 S.H.)

    Knowledge and skills for professional entry-level assessment and program development/adaptation for students with developmental disabilities including transition and paraprofessional supervision. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SPED 440. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: SPED 631 - Field Experience ; concurrent enrollment in SPED 655 - Internship ECSE or LD or DD  (Internship DD); can also be taken before SPED 655 - Internship ECSE or LD or DD . Departmental permission to enroll. Offered yearly. Grade only.


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  • SPED 545 - Assessment/Methods for Students with Learning Disabilities

    (3 S.H.)

    Advanced skills and understanding of academic, processing and behavioral assessments, curriculum and instruction for planning the least restrictive educational programs for students with learning disabilities. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SPED 445. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: SPED 631 - Field Experience ; concurrent enrollment in SPED 655 - Internship ECSE or LD or DD  (Internship LD); can also be taken before SPED 655 - Internship ECSE or LD or DD . Departmental permission to enroll. Offered twice yearly. Grade only.


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  • SPED 550 - Early Childhood Special Education Foundations

    (2 S.H.)

    This course is designed for teacher candidates of special education: early childhood. The course will focus on the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and history and context of developmental delays and disabilities and medical conditions as a foundation on which to base practice. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SPED 450. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: SPED 500 - Education of Exceptional Children/Youth  and SPED 505 - Student Management Systems . Offered one semester each year at WSU-Rochester. Grade only.


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  • SPED 551 - Early Childhood Special Education Assessment, Planning, & Placement

    (4 S.H.)

    This course is designed for teacher candidates of special education: early childhood. The course will focus on understanding referral, assessment, planning, and placement practices specific to teaching children from birth through age six who exhibit a broad range of developmental delays or disabilities or medical complications. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SPED 451. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: SPED 500 - Education of Exceptional Children/Youth  and SPED 505 - Student Management Systems  Offered one semester each year at WSU-Rochester. Grade only.


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  • SPED 552 - Early Childhood Special Education Instructional Design & Implementation

    (4 S.H.)

    This course is designed for teacher candidates of special education: early childhood. The course will focus on understanding how to use individual family services plans and individual education program plans to design and implement developmentally appropriate instruction for young children with developmental delays or disabilities or medical conditions.  May also be taken for undergraduate credit as SPED 452. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisites: SPED 500 - Education of Exceptional Children/Youth  and SPED 505 - Student Management Systems . Offered one semester each year at WSU-Rochester. Grade only.


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  • SPED 655 - Internship ECSE or LD or DD

    (15 S.H.)

    Demonstration of competencies by the student teacher in professional entry-level knowledge and skills in assessment and program development/adaptation for students with disabilities in all-day, supervised school settings. Student teaching experience is fulltime daily for a full semester. Prerequisites: Advance application; departmental permission required to enroll. Concurrent enrollment in SPED 540 - Assessment/Methods for Students with Developmental Disabilities . Offered twice yearly. P/NC only.


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  • SPED 660 - Collaborative Consultation

    (3 S.H.)

    Overview of consultation methods utilized by special education and other professionals with teachers, related service personnel, parents and students including the education, legal and ethical factors involved in case management. Specific focus on and development of collaborative consultation skills. Offered alternate years. Grade only.


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  • SPED 661 - Research Design

    (2 S.H.)

    Overview of research methods in special education including research design and applications, basic statistical procedures for the analysis of data in multiple and single subject design. Offered alternate years. Grade only.


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  • SPED 662 - Research Seminar

    (2 S.H.)

    A seminar in which student research and selected examples of research reported in the literature are critically evaluated. Students will have an opportunity to design data based research projects and submit them for peer/faculty critical review. Prerequisites: SPED 661 - Research Design . Offered alternate years with SPED 661 - Research Design . Grade only.


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  • SPED 690 - Independent Study

    (1-3 S.H.)

    The independent pursuit of a topic in research, project development or selected readings, in consultation with the instructor. Application during preceding semester required. May be repeated for credit. Advisor approval required. Offered according to demand. Grade or P/NC.


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  • SPED 695 - Workshop

    (1-3 S.H.)

    Subject matter arranged by the department on special topics. The course may be repeated when offered with different subject matter and title. Offered according to arrangement. Grade or P/NC.


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  • SPED 698 - Professional Paper

    (2 S.H.)

    The course is a capstone research project for the master’s degree serving as a culminating experience that integrates the knowledge and skills of the graduate program in a way that produces new information or organizes and presents existing information in a new way. The student must work closely with the advisor from the earliest stages of exploring the possibility for a topic and receive periodic feedback as the various phases of the project are encountered and addressed. A formal proposal is to be submitted for the project and a second graduate faculty member serves as a reader during the project. Offered as needed on an individual basis only. Grade only.


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  • SPED 699 - Master’s Thesis

    (4 S.H.)

    A scientific research project showing evidence of the candidate’s ability to plan a study, prepare a research proposal, review literature, gather information, and prepare a formal, written report of findings followed by an oral report to the thesis committee. Prerequisites: advisor approval, application during preceding semester. Offered as needed on an individual basis only. Grade only.


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Statistics
  

  • STAT 525 - Modern Methods of Data Analysis

    (3 S.H.)

    An introduction to the use of the computer as a powerful tool in data analysis. Topics will include statistical graphics, supervised learning methods for regression and classification problems, and unsupervised learning methods for clustering and dimension reduction. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as STAT 425. See Undergraduate Catalog.  Prerequisite: STAT 360 or permission of instructor. Offered alternate spring semesters. Grade only.


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  • STAT 540 - Epidemiology

    (3 S.H.)

    A general introduction to the concepts and methods of epidemiology as they are applied in a variety of disease situations. Topics include modeling the disease process in a population; retrospective, prospective and observational studies; rates, ratios and data interpretation; and evaluation of epidemiological information. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as STAT 440. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisite: An introductory statistics course. Offered alternate years. Grade only.


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  • STAT 589 - Special Topics

    (1-3 S.H.)

    Exposure to statistical topics not included in other courses. May also be taken for undergraduate credit as STAT 489. See Undergraduate Catalog. Prerequisite: Determined by topics. Offered on demand. Grade only.


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  • STAT 600 - Problems in Statistics

    (1-4 S.H.)

    Designed to allow post-baccalaureate students an opportunity to study statistical topics in depth under the supervision of a faculty member. May be repeated to a total of 4 S.H. On demand. Grade only.


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  • STAT 601 - Statistical Methods for Health Care Research

    (3 S.H.)

    Application and interpretation of statistical techniques in the health profession. Prerequisites: STAT 110 or equivalent, and registration in a graduate nursing degree program. Offered yearly. Grade only.


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