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Faculty
Chair: Bruce Palmquist
Lind Hall 201
Associate Professors:
Michael Braunstein, Nuclear Physics, Astronomy
Bruce Palmquist, Science Education
Assistant Professors:
David Laman, Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics
Andrew A. Piacsek, Acoustics
Sharon L. Rosell, Nuclear Physics
Physics is a fundamental science in the sense that its ultimate goal is to understand and explain the structure of our universe. It is also a practical subject, and physicists continue to participate and contribute in many fields of human endeavor.
The Physics majors at emphasize the fundamental and practical nature of physics. Our students pursue the intellectual excitement of beginning to understand the structure of matter itself and the widely applicable experiences of problem solving, quantitative reasoning, and acquiring manipulative skills. Throughout our majors stress is placed on careful development of key concepts and skills in a logical sequence, often from an historical perspective. This emphasis is intended to produce the habits of independent study and self improvement essential to success after graduation.
The particular major followed by any student will be determined by that student's own career objective. The B.A. major is for students wishing a broad liberal education with an emphasis in physics. The B.S. Physics majors are designed for individuals planning careers in physics and related technical fields or in areas where a knowledge of basic scientific principles is useful. The Physics minor is for students who want an introduction to the ideas of classical and modern physics.
All Physics majors require four quarters of calculus and this sequence must be started at least concurrently with PHYS 181/181.1. Thus, it is vital that prospective Physics majors consult a departmental advisor early in their careers to plan efficient schedules. Failure to do so could mean requiring an additional year to complete degree requirements.
Physics Major (6250)
This major satisfies the Primary endorsement for Physics.
Required Courses CreditsPHYS 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, General Physics 15 CHEM 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, General Chemistry 10 MATH 172.1, 172.2, 272.1, 272.2, Calculus 20 PHYS 317, 318, Modern Physics 8 PHYS 331, Laboratory Practices and Techniques 3 PHYS 333, Modern Physics Laboratory 3 PHYS 381, 382, 383, Electromagnetic Theory 12 PHYS 494, Undergraduate Research 2 Department Approved Electives: 6 MATH 265, Linear Algebra I 4 Total 83 Students intending to teach at the high school level should obtain
adequate preparation in another field - mathematics is particularly recommended
since very few high school teaching assignments involve only Physics. The
Department of Physics will recommend for certification and endorsement to teach
high school physics, those students who complete a Bachelor of Arts degree or a
minor in Physics and have taken SCED 324 and PHYS 393. Prospective teachers
must also contact the Department of Curriculum and Supervision to determine its
requirements.
Physics Major (6250)
Required Courses Credits
PHYS 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1,
183, 183.1, General Physics 15
CHEM 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, General Chemistry 10
MATH 172.1, 172.2, 272.1, 272.2, Calculus 20
PHYS 317, 318, Modern Physics 8
PHYS 331, Laboratory Practices and Techniques 3
PHYS 333, Modern Physics Laboratory 3
PHYS 342, Thermodynamics 4
PHYS 351, 352, Analytical Mechanics 6
PHYS 361, Computational Physics 4
PHYS 363, Physical Optics 4
PHYS 381, 382, 383, Electromagnetic Theory 12
PHYS 474, Quantum Mechanics 5
PHYS 494, Undergraduate Research 4
MATH 265, Linear Algebra I 4
MATH 376.1, Elementary Differential Equations 3
Total 110
Students who intend to pursue graduate studies in Physics are strongly recommended to include the following courses in their electives:
MATH 376.2, Elementary Differential Equations (3)
PHYS 475, Quantum Mechanics (5)
Physics Major (6252)
Physics - Engineering Specialization (6252)
This is a joint five-year program leading to a degree from CWU and an Engineering degree from another institution.
Completion of the three-year program specified below will generally prepare the student to enter the third and fourth year courses of most engineering curricula, but it is solely the student's responsibility to apply and gain admission to an institution offering degrees in Engineering. Early consultation with Central's pre-engineering advisor is mandatory to ensure that specific additional requirements of particular pre-engineering curricula are also satisfied. After transfer to an accredited engineering program, completion of 26 credits of upper division engineering courses in that program, of Central's basic and breadth requirements, and a minimum total of 180 acceptable credits will satisfy remaining requirements for the B.S. degree at CWU with a major in Physics. It is the individual student's responsibility to submit an official transcript of the work completed after leaving CWU and to request awarding of this degree.
Required Courses Credits
PHYS 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1,
183, 183.1, General Physics 15
CHEM 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, General Chemistry 10
MATH 172.1, 172.2, 272.1, 272.2, Calculus 20
PHYS 317, 318, Modern Physics 8
PHYS 331, Lab Practices and Techniques 3
PHYS 351, 352, Analytic Mechanics (3,3) OR
IET 311, Statistics (4) and MET 327, 327.1
Technical Dynamics (5) 6-9
PHYS 381, 382, 383, Electromagnetic Theory 12
MATH 265, Linear Algebra 4
MATH 376.1, Differential Equations 3
Select upper-division engineering courses
in an approved engineering discipline in any
accredited engineering program 26
Total 107-110
Astronomy Minor (1350)
Students taking this minor to obtain a supporting endorsement in Physics must also complete SCED 324.
Required Courses Credits PHYS 101, 101.1, Astronomy 5
PHYS 102, Introductory Astronomy of the Solar System 4
PHYS 111, 111.1, 112, 112.1, 113, 113.1
Introductory Physics, Or
PHYS 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1
General Physics 15
PHYS 301, Stellar Astrophysics 4
PHYS 317, Modern Physics 4 PHYS 393, Laboratory Experience Teaching Physics or 2
PHYS 494, Undergraduate Research
MATH 172.1, 172.2, Calculus 10
Total 44
Physics Minor (6250)
This minor satisfies the Supporting endorsement for Physics.
Required Courses Credits
PHYS 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1
General Physics 15
PHYS 317, 318,, Modern Physics 8
PHYS 333, Modern Physics Laboratory 3
MATH 172.1, 172.2, Calculus 10
Choose one of the following: 3-6
PHYS 331, Laboratory Practices
and Techniques (3)
EET 312, Basic Electronics (4)
PHYS 342, Thermodynamics (4)
CHEM 381, Physical Chemistry (5)
PHYS 393, Laboratory Experience
in Teaching Physics AND
SCED 324, Science Education in the
Secondary Schools (6)
Total 39-42
To be recommended for a supporting endorsement for teaching Physics, students must take PHYS 393, Laboratory Experience in Teaching Physics (2) and SCED 324, Science Education in Secondary School (4).
Physics Courses
PHYS 101. Astronomy (4). An introduction to the variety of celestial objects and the phenomena associated with them. The course will also emphasize how we know and can continue to learn about the universe. The class will meet for six hours per week for lectures, labs, and evening observation sessions. Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 101.1.
PHYS 101.1. Astronomy Laboratory (1). Labs and evening observation sessions will meet once a week. Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 101.
PHYS 102. Introductory Astronomy of the Solar System (4). Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 101.1. Students taking both PHYS 101 and PHYS 102 are only required to take PHYS 101.1 a single time. An introduction to the sun, planets and other components of the solar system emphasizing what we know and how we know it..
PHYS 103. Physics of Musical Sound (3). Basic physical principles of sound, of how musical instruments produce sound, and how humans hear music. Three lectures and two hours laboratory per week. Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 103.1.
PHYS 103.1. Physics of Musical Sound Laboratory (1). Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 103.
PHYS 105. Processes in Physical Science - Physics (4). An introductory lecture-laboratory course in concepts of physics applicable to teaching in elementary school (K-6). Four class meetings and two hours laboratory per week. Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 105.1.
PHYS 105.1. Processes in Physical Science - Physics Laboratory (1). Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 105.
PHYS 111, 112, 113. Introductory Physics (4, 4, 4). Courses must be taken in sequence. Prerequisites, high school algebra and trigonometry. A broad coverage of physical topics including mechanics, heat, electricity and magnetism, waves, and light. Four class meetings and two hours laboratory per week. Not open to students with credit in PHYS 181/181.1, 182/182.1, 183183.1. Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 111.1, 112.1, 113.1.
PHYS 111.1, 112.1, 113.1. Introductory Physics Laboratory (1, 1, 1). Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 111, 112, 113.
PHYS 181, 182, 183. General Physics (4,4,4). Corequisites (or prior completion) MATH 172.1 (for PHYS 181), and MATH 172.2 (for PHYS 182). Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 181.1, 182.1, 183.1. Introduction to principles of Physics using calculus. Intended primarily for students in science and engineering disciplines. PHYS 181 emplasizes kinematics, dynamics and conservition principles; 182 emphasizes rotational dynamics, macroscopic systems and wave mechanics; 183 emphasizes electromagnetic fields and related phenomena. Formerly PHYS 211, 212, 213. Students may not receive credit for both.
PHYS 181.1, 182.1, 183.1. General Physics Laboratory (1,1,1). Introduction to the process of science primarily through experimental investigation. Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 181, 182, 183. Formerly PHYS 211.1, 212.1, 213.1. Students may not receive credit for both.
PHYS 296. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor.
PHYS 298. Special Topics (1-6).
PHYS 301. Stellar Asrtophysics (4). Prerequisites, PHYS 101, 101.1, PHYS 317, MATH 172.2. Application of physical principles to understanding processes and phenomena associated with stars.
PHYS 317, 318. Modern Physics (4,4). Prerequisite, PHYS 113 or PHYS 183. PHYS 318 requires PHYS 317, MATH 172.2. In 317, students will learn about relativity, particle physics, and history of modern physics. In 318, students will learn about quantum physics and atomic structure. Formerly PHYS 314, 315, 316. Students may not receive credit for both.
PHYS 331. Laboratory Practices and Techniques (3). Prerequisite, PHYS 183/183.1. One class meeting and six hours laboratory per week.
PHYS 333, 334. Modern Physics Laboratory (3,3). Prerequisites or corequisites, PHYS 318, PHYS 331 or by permission. One class meeting and six hours laboratory per week.
PHYS 342. Thermodynamics (4). Prerequisite or corequisite, PHYS 318. The laws of thermodynamics and its application to macroscopic systems.
PHYS 351, 352. Analytical Mechanics (3,3). Courses must be taken in sequence. Prerequisites, PHYS 183/183.1, MATH 272.2, MATH 376.1
PHYS 361. Computational Physics (4). Prerequisite, PHYS 351. Numerical methods of studying physical properties of realistic systems. FORTRAN, IMSL/MATH Library, and MATHEMATICA will be introduced.
PHYS 363. Physical Optics (4). Prerequisites, PHYS 183/183.1, MATH 272.2. Three class meetings and three hours laboratory per week.
PHYS 381, 382, 383. Electromagnetic Theory (4,4,4). Courses must be taken in sequence. Prerequisites, PHYS 183/183.1, MATH 272.2, MATH 265.
PHYS 393. Laboratory Experience in Teaching Physics (2). Prerequisite, permission of instructor. May be repeated for a total of six credits.
PHYS 396. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor.
PHYS 398. Special Topics (1-6).
PHYS 474, 475. Quantum Mechanics (5,5). Courses must be taken in sequence. Prerequisites, PHYS 318, PHYS 352. Methods of quantum mechanics and applications to physical systems. Examples from nuclear, atomic and molecular physics. Formerly PHYS 471, 472, 473. Students may not receive credit for both.
PHYS 481. Topics in Contemporary Physics (1). Prerequisite, permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit.
PHYS 490. Cooperative Education (1-12). An individualized contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. Prior approval required. May be repeated. Grade will be S or U.
PHYS 491. Workshop (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor.
PHYS 494. Undergraduate Research (2). Prerequisite, permission of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 12 credits.
PHYS 496. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor.
PHYS 498. Special Topics (1-6).
PHYS 499. Seminar (1). May be repeated for credit.
PHYS 595. Directed Research (1-5). Prerequisite, Permission of instructor. For graduate students. May be repeated for credit.
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Faculty
Chair: James R. Brown, Jr.
Psychology Building 414
Professors:
James R. Brown, Jr., Political Thought, Middle East Politics, Russian Politics, American Political Culture
Robert C. Jacobs, Public Law and Government, American Politics, Constitutional Law, American Presidency
Michael A. Launius, Comparative Politics, Asian Politics, International Political Economy, International Politics
Rex Wirth, Public Administration and Public Policy, International Politics, Western Europe
Associate Professors:
Todd M. Schaefer, American Politics, Public Opinion, Congress, Campaigns and Elections, African Politics
Bang-Soon Yoon, Comparative Politics, Public Policy, Women and Politics, Korean Politics, Political Development
Instructor:
Stefanie Wickstrom, Latin America
The Department provides an opportunity for students to become knowledgeable about the general subject matter of political science, while also offering a variety of courses that can provide depth in an area of the student's interest. Flexibility in the selection of courses is stressed.
The Department requires all Political Science majors to participate in the end-of-major assessment exercise at the conclusion of their senior year. Information on the assessment requirement may be obtained from the department's main office.
Graduates of the Department enter career fields such as federal or state government, other public service vocations, secondary school teaching, business, public relations, and the like; or they continue on to graduate study in law or political science.
Political Science Core Requirements Credits
POSC 101, Introduction to Politics 5
POSC 210, American Politics 5
POSC 260, Comparative Politics 5
POSC 270, International Politics 5
Political Science Core Total 20
Political Science Major 47 credits (6295)
62 credits (6300)
Students may choose either a 47 credit major (6295) or a 62 credit major (6300). Those who have a second major or who have a minor in another discipline may opt for the 47 credit major.
Required Courses Credits
Political Science Core Requirements 20
Select from the following: 5
POSC 481, Early Political Thought (5)
POSC 482, Early Modern Political Thought (5)
POSC 483, Recent Political Thought (5)
POSC 489, Senior Assessment 2
Electives 20 or 35
47 credit major (20)
62 credit major (35)
Select from any other courses in this Department. (Any
transfer political science electives must be approved by
the Department.)
Total 47 or 62
Political Science Minor (6300)
Required Courses Credits
Political Science Core Requirements 20
Electives 10
Select from any other courses in this department.
(Any transfer political science electives must
be approved by the Department.)
Total 30
POSC 101. Introduction to Politics (5). The basic ideas around which political debate revolves and from which political institutions evolve.
POSC 210. American Politics (5). Origin and development of the United States government; structure, political behavior, organizations and processes; rights and duties of citizens. For general education (breadth) credit, a student must be enrolled in or have completed ENG 101.
POSC 230. State and Local Government (5).
POSC 260. Comparative Politics (5). Comparative political analysis, utilizing a variety of methods and theoretical approaches; application to selected western and non-western systems. Recommended to precede other courses in comparative politics. Formerly POSC 360. Student may not receive credit for both.
POSC 270. International Politics (5). Conditions and principles governing the contemporary nation-state system. Formerly POSC 370. Student may not receive credit for both.
POSC 298. Special Topics (1-6).
POSC 311. Women and Politics (5). The politics of human sexuality: men's and women's rights, sex roles, sexual discrimination, laws governing sexuality, and related issues.
POSC 312. Public Opinion and Political Communication (5). The formation, measurement, and political impact of public opinion. The relationship of mass media to American political attitudes and opinions.
POSC 313. The Legislative Process (5). The Congress of the United States, drafting of bills, legislative leadership, the committee system, relation to executive and judicial branches, pressure groups.
POSC 314. American Presidency (5). The office of the chief executive: its constitutional, political and administrative processes.
POSC 315. Political Campaigns and Elections (5). Evaluations of campaign techniques and practices; campaign financing and expenditures; voting behavior; election theory; elections and public policy.
POSC 318. Political Parties and Interest Groups (5). Theories of party systems; elitism and pluralism; party organization, functions, and activities; status, functions, and activities of interest groups in the public policy-making process.
POSC 320. Public Administration (5). Setting, purpose, functions and performance of public bureaucracy in the United States.
POSC 325. Introduction to Public Policy (3). Institutional context, politics and processes of agenda setting and policy formulation, implementation, evaluation, change and termination in the United States. Formerly POSC 220. Students may not receive credit for both.
POSC 340. Politics and American Capitalism (5). A survey of the interrelationship of the worlds of politics and business enterprise in American history; analysis of relevant philosophical and ideological arguments; case studies in such areas as industrial and trade policy.
POSC 341. Politics and Religion (5). The impact of religion upon American political thought and behavior.
POSC 342. U.S. Foreign Policy (5). Factors, processes and techniques in the formulation and execution of the foreign policy of the United States.
POSC 350. Introduction to Public Law (5). Legal bases and structure of governmental organization; fundamental doctrines and principles of constitutional, international and administrative law.
POSC 361. Latin American Politics (5). A comparative introduction to the political systems, cultures and histories of Latin America and to prominent theories on democracy and political and economic development.
POSC 362. Western European Politics (5). Comparative analysis of politics and government of selected European countries.
POSC 363. Russian and Soviet Politics (5). Evolution, patterns and comparative analyses.
POSC 366. Government and Politics of East Asia (5). An introduction to the politics and governments of selected East Asian countries. Focus will center on China, Japan, and Korea.
POSC 367. Politics of Japan (5). Investigation and analysis of politics and government in contemporary Japan.
POSC 368. Chinese Politics (5). Institutions, processes, policies and personalities of contemporary China.
POSC 369. Korean Politics (5). Political systems, institutions and processes of contemporary North and South Korea.
POSC 373. International Politics of the Pacific Rim (5). Political and economic relations of the contemporary Pacific Rim. Special focus on North America, the Soviet Union, and East Asia.
POSC 375. The Middle East and International Politics (5).
POSC 377. Model United Nations (2). May be repeated for credit.
POSC 378. International Political Economy (3). Political problems of management and development in the global economy and the prospects for creating improved mechanisms at the international level and for the less developed countries.
POSC 385. American Political Thought and Culture (5). The ideas and circumstances that have shaped the political culture of the U.S., as reflected in the works of selected political theorists, politicians and literary figures.
POSC 398. Special Topics (1-6).
POSC 429. Research Seminar in Public Policy (3). Prerequisites, POSC 320, POSC 325. Review of theory and methods, proposal for policy analysis, preparation and presentation of policy analysis.
POSC 451. Introduction to Constitutional Law (5). Role of the United States Supreme Court in shaping governmental structure of the United States.
POSC 452. The Constitution and Human Rights (5). Role of the United States Supreme Court in the development of political and social rights.
POSC 460. Contemporary Issues in Comparative Politics (3). Focus on a specific contemporary issue in the field of comparative politics, with an emphasis on in-depth analysis and utilization of available research tools. Subject matter will vary with the instructor and with the changing nature of world politics. May be repeated once for a maximum of six credits.
POSC 470. Contemporary Issues in International Relations (3). Focus on specific contemporary issue in the field of international politics, with an emphasis on in-depth analysis and utilization of available research tools. Subject matter will vary with the instructor and with the changing nature of world politics. May be repeated once for a maximum of six credits.
POSC 481. Early Political Thought (5). Plato to Machiavelli.
POSC 482. Early Modern Political Thought (5). Political thought in the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries.
POSC 483. Recent Political Thought (5). Political thought in the 19th and 20th centuries.
POSC 489. Senior Assessment (2). Required course for Political Science majors. Open only to seniors. A "capstone" course designed to assess students' mastery of fundamental knowledge of politics and of writing and analytical skills.
POSC 490. Cooperative Education (1-12). An individualized contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. Prior approval required. May be repeated. Grade will be S or U.
POSC 496. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor.
POSC 498. Special Topics (1-6).
POSC 499. Seminar (1-5).
Undergraduate Courses/Programs on Reserve
The following courses are on reserve and may be offered subject to program needs: POSC 376. International Organization (3).
Participating Departments: Anthropology, Biological Sciences and Psychology
The Central Washington University Bachelor of Science in Primate Behavior and Ecology program provides majors with interdisciplinary perspectives on the behavior and ecology of non-human primates in both captive and free ranging settings. It serves as background for graduate study in the behavior, ecology or phylogeny of primates, as well as for care-giving careers with primate laboratories, zoos or other captive facilities.
The uniqueness of this program lies in its combination of a specific focus on undergraduate education and a strong interdisciplinary orientation. This program has two full time faculty whose research and teaching focus is on the non-human primates and five other full time and part-time faculty in related fields participating in this interdisciplinary program. The broad, interdisciplinary course offerings, the resources available and the commitment of the University and the faculty to undergraduate education make this program ideal for focused undergraduate students.
A double major is REQUIRED for pursuit of the Primate Behavior and Ecology Major: students must also complete a 45-70 credit major in Anthropology, Biology, or Psychology. As some Primate Behavior and Ecology Core requirements and electives can count as credits toward both degrees, the actual amount of additional coursework needed to fulfill the requirements of the second major may be as low as 27 credits.
Primate Behavior and Ecology Major (6400)
Introductory Level (100-200) Credits
ANTH 110, 110.1, Introduction to Biological
Anthropology 6
PSY 101, General Psychology 5
BIOL 110, Basic Biology 5
BIOL 111, Plant Biology 5
BIOL 112, Animal Biology 5
Sub Total 26
Core Requirements Credits
ANTH 313, Primate Social Behavior 4
BIOL 360, General Ecology 5
PSY 300, Research Methods in Psychology 5
PSY 301, Learning 5
PSY 362, Introductory Statistics 4
PRIM 220, Introduction to Primate Laboratory
Procedures 2
PRIM 320, Laboratory Work in Primatology 2
ANTH 496 or PSY 495 or BIOL 496 1
Two of the following courses: 8
ANTH 412, Long Term Primate Studies (4)
ANTH 416, Pongid Behavior (4)
ANTH 418, Primate Evolution (4)
*ANTH/BIOL/PSY 499, Seminar 2-4
Electives by Advisement 6-8
Total 69-73
Additional credits required to complete
A major in Anthropology/Biology/Psychology 27-51
Total 97-124
PRIM 220. Introduction to Primate Laboratory Procedures (2). Laboratory procedures to ensure physical, social and psychological well being of captive primates: handling, sanitation, safety, medical care, diet, USDA requirements, and socio-psychological factors.
PRIM 320. Laboratory Work in Primatology (1-3). Prerequisite, PRIM 220 and permission of instructor. Laboratory research and/or practical experience under the supervision of a program professor. May be repeated up to a maximum of 6 credits; may be taken concurrently with and as a supplement to other 3-400 level ANTH/BIOL/PSY/PRIM courses. Graded S or U.
Visit the http://www.cwu.edu/~psych/ department home page.
Faculty Chair: Philip Tolin
Psychology Building 421
Professors:
Richard V. Alumbaugh, General Experimental, Aggression, Psychometrics
Terry L. De Vietti, Physiological Psychology, Experimental
James L. Eubanks, Organization Development, Performance Management and Training, General Experimental
Roger S. Fouts, General Experimental, Language Acquisition, Primate Behavior, Comparative Psychology
Eugene R. Johnson, School Psychology, Psychological and Educational Evaluation, Exceptional Children
Susan D. Lonborg, Counseling Psychology, Psychotherapy Research, Psychology of Women, Substance Abuse, Sports Psychology
John L. Silva, Emeritus, Clinical, Counseling, Testing
Anthony J. Stahelski, Organization Development, Social Psychology, Small Group Interaction
Stephanie Stein, School Psychology, Behavior Disorders in Children, Lifespan Development, Psychopathology
Elizabeth M. Street, Educational Psychology, Learning Theory, Exceptional Children, Behavioral Analysis
Warren R. Street, Social Psychology, History of Psychology, General Experimental, Computer Methods
Philip Tolin, Sensation and Perception, Human Factors, Experimental
Lisa L. Weyandt, School Psychology, Developmental Neuropsychology, Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder
Associate Professors:
W. Owen Dugmore, Counseling, Psychology of Adjustment
Stephen B. Schepman, Organization Development, Work Motivation, Personality Theories
Terrence J. Schwartz, Educational Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Statistical Analysis
Wendy A. Williams, General Experimental, Operant Conditioning and Animal Behavior
Assistant Professors:
Jeffrey A. Daniels, Counseling Psychology, Counseling Self-Efficacy
J. Phillip Diaz, School Psychology, Educational Psychology, Pediatric
Neuropsychology
Marte Fallshore, Human Learning and Memory, Development of Expertise, Statistics, Cognition, Humor
Sally Kennedy, Counseling Psychology, Identity Development, Values and Attitudes
Megan D.Matheson, General Experimental, Primate Behavior, Comparative Psychology
Jeffrey M. Penick, Counseling Psychology, Health Psychology, Adult Development
Lecturer: Mark Soelling, Clinical, Educational, Developmental Psychology
The Department of Psychology offers an important behavioral science component of the university's liberal arts curriculum. As part of the General Education program, courses in psychology assist students in developing a broadened world view through their understanding of behavior. Our courses also provide students in other majors psychological knowledge and skills that are instrumental to effective action in their area of study. Through our major courses of study students can develop an understanding of the perspectives, content, and methodology of the science and practice of psychology, and prepare for graduate study.
Students wishing to apply for admission to the Psychology major or minor are required to register with and be advised by a member of the department faculty. Contact the department office for current admission requirements. The Department reserves the right to change requirements as circumstances warrant. Application forms may be obtained from the department office.
Students who have not met the admission criteria may be admitted conditionally. However, only students who are fully admitted to the major or minor are eligible to enroll in PSY 301, PSY 461, or PSY 490.
The eligibility requirements for admission to the psychology department honors program include the following:
1. Admission to the program:
The student must be a Psychology major, at least a junior but not more than a first quarter senior; and have completed all core courses with a GPA of at least 3.25 in those courses and have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0. The student must apply in writing to the Department Chair, with a supporting letter of recommendation from a member of the faculty who agrees to supervise the student's work to completion.
2. Requirements and Procedures:
The student will register for 4-6 credits in PSY 497, Undergraduate Honors Thesis. In consultation with the supervising faculty member, the student chooses a three-person faculty committee. Plans for the honors project, generally an empirical research study, must be approved by the entire committee. The project will culminate in a written research report and a formal defense of the thesis.
PSY 490 is a contracted field experience with a business, industry, government, or social service agency. In addition to the university requirements for a contracted field experience, the Department of Psychology has additional requirements that must be met if permission is to be granted to enroll in PSY 490. These requirements are as follows:
1. Senior standing
2. Full admission to a 60-credit Psychology major
3. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher or three letters of recommendation from Psychology faculty.
Psychology Major
45 credits (6485)
60 credits (6490)
The Psychology major is intended for students who wish a liberal arts background in behavioral science or who intend to pursue graduate study in psychology. A faculty advisor can recommend electives appropriate to the student's objectives.
Students may choose either a 45 credit major (6485) or a 60 credit major (6490). Those who have a second major or who have a minor in a related discipline may opt for the 45 credit major.
Psychology Core Requirements Credits
PSY 101, General Psychology 5
PSY 300, Research Methods in Psychology 5
PSY 301, Learning 5
PSY 362, Introductory Statistics 4
PSY 363, Intermediate Statistics 4
PSY 461, History and Systems of Psychology 5
Psychology Core Total 28
Required Courses Credits
Psychology Core Requirements 28
Select one or more courses from each of the
following clusters:
Cluster I. 4
PSY 346, Social Psychology (4)
PSY 444, Tests and Measurements (4)
PSY 456, Industrial and Organizational
Psychology (4)
Cluster II. 3-4
PSY 313, Developmental Psychology (4)
PSY 447, Psychology of Adolescence (3)
PSY 452, Adult Development and Aging (4)
Cluster III. 3-5
PSY 450, Perception (4)
PSY 460, Cognitive Psychology (5)
PSY 473, Psychology of Thought and Language (4)
PSY 478, Physiological Psychology (3)
PSY 478.l, Techniques in Physiological
Psychology (2)
Cluster IV. 4-5
PSY 445, Clinical, Counseling and Community
Psychology (5)
PSY 449, Abnormal Psychology (4)
PSY 453, Theories of Personality (5)
*Department approved electives 0-19
45 credit major (0-3)
60 credit major (14-18)
*May include a maximum of five lower division credits
Total 45-60
Psychology: Teaching Major (6507)
or Area Endorsement
Secondary teachers with a major in Psychology must also complete a major in another discipline in which the major portion of a full-time teaching assignment can be expected. This combination will qualify the student for teaching both psychology and the second major field.
Non-majors who seek a subject area endorsement to teach psychology at the secondary level should contact the Psychology Department Chair or the Director of Certification for information.
Psychology Minor (6500)
The Psychology minor is designed to provide an informed background in the discipline of psychology while complementing a variety of majors. The minor consists of a common set of core courses plus additional upper-division courses in psychology. Students may choose a general psychology minor or a minor emphasizing development or community psychology. A list of approved electives is available in the department office. Or, in consultation with a faculty advisor, the student may choose a minimum of 11 upper division elective credits appropriate to individual interests or professional goals.
Required Courses Credits
PSY 101, General Psychology 5
PSY 300, Research Methods in Psychology* 5
PSY 303, Analysis of Everyday Behavior 4
PSY 346, Social Psychology 4
Approved upper division Psychology electives 11-14
Total 29-32
*Students majoring in Law & Justice, Sociology,
or Social Services may substitute another upper-
division psychology course for PSY 300.
PSY 101. General Psychology (5). An introduction to the science of behavior.
PSY 205. Psychology of Adjustment (5). The nature of the adaptive process and the means by which people adjust to their environment.
PSY 235. Relationships and Personal Development (3). Also listed as FCSF 235. Students may not receive credit for both. May not be used for breadth if SOC 248 has been taken.
PSY 275. Community Development in Residence Halls (3). By Permission only. Components of successful student development in residential settings. Educational philosophy of residence halls, community development and problem solving. Credits do not apply toward Psychology major or minor.
PSY 295. Laboratory Experience in Psychology (1-5). Permission of Department Chair required. PSY 101 recommended. May be repeated. Not more than 5 credit hours may be applied to a psychology major. Grade will be S or U.
PSY 298. Special Topics (1-6).
PSY 299. Seminar in Psychology (3).
PSY 300. Research Methods in Psychology (5). Prerequisites, PSY 101 and MATH 130.1. It is recommended that PSY 362 be taken concurrently. Four hours lecture plus 2 hours laboratory each week.
PSY 301. Learning (5). Prerequisites, PSY 300, 362 and admission to the Psychology major or minor. It is recommended that PSY 363 be taken concurrently. Conditioning, memory and cognitive processes. Four hours lecture per week plus 20 hours of laboratory.
PSY 303. Analysis of Everyday Behavior (4). Prerequisite, PSY 101. Environmental, cognitive, and biological influences on behavior in daily life.
PSY 304. Effective Thinking (4). The nature, function, and limits of intelligence; interactions with emotions and values; analyzing and constructing arguments; problem solving techniques; conflict management; group processes and leadership.
PSY 313. Developmental Psychology (4). Prerequisites, PSY 101. Students may not receive credit for both PSY 313 and PSY 314.
PSY 314. Human Development and the Learner (4). Development through the life cycle. Prerequisite, admission to teacher education program or on a space available basis with permission of the Chair, and PSY 101. Student may not receive credit for both PSY 314 and PSY 313.
PSY 315. Educational Psychology (4). Prerequisites, PSY 313 or PSY 314, and either admission to the teacher education program or on a space available basis with permission of the Chair. Learning theories, instructional principles, evaluation processes, classroom management.
PSY 340. Teaching of Psychology (3). Prerequisites, completion of course in which teaching or assisting is to be done and approval of Department Chair. May be taken twice for credit. Grade will be S or U.
PSY 346. Social Psychology (4). Recommended prerequisite, PSY 101. Social influences on individual behavior.
PSY 350. Sleep and Dreaming (3). Prerequisite, PSY 101 with PSY 300 recommended. Research and theory concerning the functions and dysfunctions of sleep and dreaming. Theories of dream interpretation and control.
PSY 355. Environmental Psychology (4). Behavioral responses to everyday natural and artificial environments.
PSY 362. Introductory Statistics (4). Prerequisite, MATH 130.1 or equivalent course in mathematics. Descriptive statistics and introduction to inferential statistics.
PSY 363. Intermediate Statistics (4). Prerequisite, PSY 362. Analysis of variance and selected non-parametric inferential techniques.
PSY 396. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of the instructor. May not be repeated, except by honor students.
PSY 398. Special Topics (1-6).
PSY 401. Psychology of Sport (4). Prerequisite PSY 101. Current theory and research on sports psychology; application of psychological interventions in sports and fitness.
PSY 425. Advanced Chemical Dependency Counseling (3). Prerequisite, admission to the Chemical Dependency program (Community Health) or Master's degree program in Psychology. Individual, group and family counseling as it relates to chemical dependency treatment and recovery.
PSY 437. Diagnosis and Assessment of Chemical Dependency (3). Prerequisite, admission to the Chemical Dependency program (Community Health) or Master's degree program in Psychology. Examinations of the practice of diagnosis and assessment of chemical dependency.
PSY 438. Chemical Dependency and the Family (3). An overview of theory and research regarding chemical dependency in the family with a conceptual understanding of models and methods that shape treatment.
PSY 444. Tests and Measurements (4). Prerequisite, PSY 315 or 362. Psychological and educational tests, theory and practice.
PSY 445. Clinical, Counseling and Community Psychology (5). Prerequisite, PSY 101, PSY 449 recommended. History, current trends, fields of employment, professional ethics, methods of psychological diagnosis and treatment.
PSY 446. Experimental Personality and Social Psychology (4). Prerequisites, PSY 346 and 363. Research methods, theories, and review of selected topics.
PSY 447. Psychology of Adolescence (3). Prerequisite, PSY 101. Physiological, cognitive, and social aspects of maturation; problems of vocational choice and of increasing autonomy.
PSY 448. Sexual Behavior (4). Prerequisite, PSY 101. The scientific study of the learned and innate bases of sexual behavior in humans and lower animals.
PSY 449. Abnormal Psychology (4). Prerequisites, PSY 101 and four additional credits in psychology. Symptoms, etiology and treatment of psychopathology and behavior problems.
PSY 450. Sensation and Perception (4). Prerequisites, PSY 300 with BIOL 201 recommended. Research, theoretical models of sensory and perceptual processes.
PSY 452. Adult Development and Aging (4). Prerequisite, PSY 313 or 314 recommended. Principles of adult psychological development and the aging process. Examination of adult behavior, life styles, crises in adult development, and cognitive, personality, and intellectual changes with aging.
PSY 453. Theories of Personality (5). Prerequisites, PSY 101 and four additional credits in psychology or permission of instructor.
PSY 454. The Helping Interview (3). Theory and practice of supportive interviewing skills.
PSY 455. Behavioral Medicine and Health Psychology (4). Prerequisite, PSY 101. PSY 300 recommended. The application pf psychology to the understanding of illness and to its prevention and treatment with special emphasis on current health topics (e.g., stress, HIV/AIDS).
PSY 456. Industrial and Organizational Psychology (4). Prerequisite, PSY 362 or permission of instructor. Application of psychological principles to personnel and organizational problems in labor, industry, government, education, and the military.
PSY 460. Cognitive Psychology (5). Prerequisite, PSY 300. Methods and theories of human cognitionand information processing.
PSY 461. History and Systems of Psychology (5). Prerequisite, PSY 301 and admission to the Psychology major or minor.
PSY 462. Computer Methods for Social Science (4). Prerequisite, at least one course in statistics. Assumes no prior computer experience. How to produce descriptive and inferential statistics and simple graphs using Minitab and SPSSX. Same as CS 462. Students may not receive credit for both.
PSY 465. Psychology and the Law (3). How the discipline of psychology contributes to our understanding of matters related to the law.
PSY 467. Child Psychopathology (3). Prerequisites, PSY 313 or 314 or permission of instructor. Discovery and treatment of the severely maladjusted child; the home, school, and community in relation to the child's mental health; relevant resources and research.
PSY 470. Evolutionary Psychology (4).
PSY 473. Psychology of Thought and Language (4). Prerequisite, PSY 300. Symbolic processes, concept formation, problem solving, language development. Formerly PSY 373. Students may not receive credit for both.
PSY 476. Drugs (4). Common drugs, psychotherapeutic agents and hallucinogens. Behavioral effects and physiological mechanisms.
PSY 478. Physiological Psychology (3). Prerequisite, BIOL 201 or permission of instructor. Problems, methods and techniques of neurophysiology and the physiology of human and infrahuman behavior patterns.
PSY 478.1. Techniques in Physiological Psychology (2). Surgical techniques, ablation techniques, electrical stimulation of the brain, and various methods used in recording responses. One lecture and one two-hour laboratory per week. Must be taken concurrently with PSY 478.
PSY 483. Psychology of Women (3). Prerequisite, PSY 101 or permission of instructor. The psychology of women from a social psychological perspective, which examines gender and situation and male-female interaction.
PSY 484. Violence and Aggression (3). Prerequisite, PSY 101 with PSY 346 recommended. Violence and aggression directed toward self, others, and society. Problems of prevention and treatment, related ethical and legal issues.
PSY 487. Group Processes and Leadership (3). Human relations in group situations. Grade will be S or U. Same as EDCS 487. Students may not receive credit for both.
PSY 488. Group Dynamics and the Individual (3). Prerequisite, PSY/EDCS 487 or permission of instructor. A human interaction laboratory to facilitate the development of self-insight, understanding of the basis of interpersonal operators in groups and the acquisition of skills in diagnosing individual, group, and organized behavior. Grade will be S or U. Same as EDCS 488. Students may not receive credit for both.
PSY 490. Cooperative Education (1-12). Prerequisite, contact the Department office. An individualized contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. Prior approval required. May be repeated. Grade will be S or U.
PSY 491. Workshop (1-6).
PSY 495. Directed Research (1-5). Prerequisite, permission of instructor. May be repeated. Not more than four hours of PSY 295 and PSY 495 combined may be applied to a 45-credit Psychology major, and not more than 10 hours combined, to a 60-credit major. Grade will be S or U.
PSY 496. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor. May be repeated by honors students only.
PSY 497. Undergraduate Honors Thesis (2-6). Prerequisite, admission to the Departmental Honors Program. May be repeated up to a total of six credits. Research supervised by three-member committee of the Department of Psychology.
PSY 499. Seminar (1-5). May be repeated.
The following courses are on reserve and may be offered subject to program needs: PSY 404, Psychology of the Gifted (3). PSY 475, Instrumentation of Psychology (2). PSY 477, Neurological Basis of Behavior (4).
Coordinator: Rex Wirth
Office: Psychology 481
The Public Policy program is interdisciplinary. It consists of a major in one of the participating disciplines and an interdisciplinary Public Policy major built around a core sequence drawn from Economics, Geography and Political Science.
Public Policy is not a free standing major. It is normally taken in conjunction with a major in Economics (General Economics or Managerial Economics options) or Geography or Political Science. Students who combine majors in Public Policy and either Geography or Political Science will receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Policy and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Geography or Political Science. Economics majors will receive two Bachelor of Science degrees. As some Public Policy requirements and electives count toward both degrees or majors, the actual amount of additional course work needed to fulfill the requirements of the second degree or major may be as low at 17 credits.
Public Policy Major (6600)
The Public Policy program is interdisciplinary. It consists of a disciplinary major and an interdisciplinary Public Policy major build around a core sequence drawn from Economics, Geography and Political Science.
Public Policy Core Credits
ECON 201 Principles of Economics Micro 5
ECON 202 Principles of Economics 5
POSC 320 Public Administration 5
POSC 325 Introduction to Public Policy 3
GEOG 346 Political Geography 4
GEOG 384 Introductory Cartography and GIS 5
ECON 332 Public Finance 5
POSC 429 Research Seminar in Public Policy 3
Total 35
All Public Policy majors must complete as part of the double major, or with electives from related fields, a specialization of at least three (3) courses (9-15 hrs) and if no research tools are required in the disciplinary major, a research tool elective (OMIS 221, PSY 362, MATH 311, SOC 364, or other by advisement.)
Faculty
Program Director: Martha J. Kurtz
SCI 302F
Associate Profesesors:
Martha J. Kurtz, Chemistry and Science Education
Bruce Palmquist, Physics and Science Education
The primary function of the Science Education Program is preparing people to teach science. Coursework in science pedagogy is offered for students in the teacher preparation programs as well as for teachers in the schools. The Science Education Program works with science departments in the design and operation of degree programs for students who are preparing to teach in the secondary schools. We believe that students learn via the active construction of knowledge. To facilitate that process, all of our instruction follows the learning cycle model.
Our program seeks to help student become facilitators of learning in a diverse world. To that end, the Science Education Program has the following goals. An effective teacher:
• Exhibits a breadth and depth of understanding of natural sciences necessary for their grade level endorsement as summarized in the Washington State Academic Learning Requirements for Science.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills by
a. developing age-appropriate lessons using auditory, visual and kinesthetic components
b. developing age-appropriate lessons which relate science and technology to the everyday lives of students based on students' needs, interests and abilities
c. selecting appropriate modeling, discussion and laboratory exercises to help students learn science
d. problem solving in science
• Demonstrates competence in the appropriate uses of educational technology which support science learning.
• Analyzes and evaluates her or his own teaching behavior and effectiveness and implements change based on these observations.
• Fosters a positive attitude toward teaching and learning science, toward continual professional dvelopment in the science, and can compare and contrast science with other ways of knowing.
Students seeking endorsement for certification to teach a specialized science at the high school level must satisfactorily complete the teaching major within the specific science department. Students desiring to become middle or junior high school specialized teachers of science must obtain a teaching major in one or more of the following areas: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences or Physics. All students are advised to work toward a second major or minor endorsement. All students enrolled in science majors leading to certification are required to have an approved schedule on file with a Science Education advisor as early as possible and before endorsement for student teaching.
Department Approved Elective Courses 10BIOL 101, 110, 111, 112, 200, 220, 300 CHEM 101, 111, 111.1, 112, 112.1, 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1 ENST 301 GEOG 107 (no lab) GEOL 180 (no lab), 200, 210, 270 PHYS 101, 101.1, 103, 103.1, 111, 111.1, 112, 112.1, 211, 211.1, 212, 212.1
Science Education-Broad Area Science Teaching Minor (7145)
This minor prepares students with majors in Biology Teaching (1602), Chemistry Teaching (1851), Earth Science Teaching (2600) or Physics Teaching (6250) to teach middle school or junior high science and leads to a Broad Area Science Endorsement (WAC 180-82-355). Science teaching majors must complete the appropriate courses in the three disciplines shown below that are outside their major. For example, a Biology major would need to fulfill the Chemistry, Earth Science and Physics requirements shown below. Completion of this minor and a Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science or Physics teaching major leads to a Broad Area Science Endorsement. If you are interested in this minor, please see a science education advisor as soon as possible. This program may result in students taking more than 4 years to complete their degree (depending on advising, high school preparation and degree choice).
Required Courses Credits(Complete all three areas not covered in major program) Biology BIOL 110, General Biology 5 BIOL 111, Plant Biology 5 BIOL 112, Animal Biology 5 Subtotal 15 Chemistry CHEM 181, 181.1, General Chemistry 5 CHEM 182, 182.2, General Chemistry 5 CHEM 183, 183.1, General Chemistry 5 Subtotal 15 Earth Science GEOL 145, Physical Geology OR GEOL 150, Geology of National Parks 4 GEOL 145.1, Physical Geology Lab 1 GEOL 350, Northwest Geology 4 GEOL 210, Introduction to Geologic Field Methods (4) OR PHYS 101, 101.1, Astronomy (5) 4-5 Subtotal 12-13 Physics PHYS 111, 111.1, 112, 112.1, 113, 113.1, Introductory Physics OR PHYS 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1, General Physics 15 Subtotal 15 Total 42-45
Science Education - Elementary Education Minor (7150)
Admission to this minor is limited to students majoring in elementary education (2870), early childhood education (2550), or special education (7810 or 7820). This minor does not lead to endorsement as a specialized science teacher.
There are three main goals for this minor. Students who complete this minor will:
1. develop a deeper understanding of the earth, life and physical sciences,
2. build an appreciation for the variety of methods in different fields of science, and
3. acquire skills and knowledge leading to quality teaching of a variety of science subjects.
Required Courses CreditsThree lower division science course with labs (select a course from three of the following five areas: biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, and astronomy. 13-15 SCED 322, Science Education in Elementary School 3 SCED 420, Inquiry Activities for Elementary School Science 3 SCED 422, Advanced Teaching Strategies in Elementary Science 3 SCED 301, Interdisciplinary Science Inquiry 5 Total 27-29
SCED 301. Interdisciplinary Science Inquiry (5). Prerequisites, three lower division science courses with labs (select a course from three of the following five areas: biology, chemistry, physics, earth science and astronomy. Students will use concepts from biology, chemistry, earth science and physics to actively investigate the world and learn specific science processes. Six lecture/lab hours per week.
*SCED 322. Science Education in the Elementary School (3). Techniques, selection of materials and appropriate subject matter for the various grade levels. Demonstrations and student investigative activities for use in classroom science teaching.
*SCED 324. Science Education in the Secondary Schools (4). Prerequisite, EDCS 311. Should be taken before student teaching. Techniques and materials appropriate for teaching science at the secondary level. Demonstration and experiments for use in teaching.
SCED 398. Special Topics (1-6).
SCED 420. Inquiry Activities for Elementary School Science (3). Prerequisite, SCED 322. An inquiry-based course which approaches science teaching from the standpoint of the processes of science and their utilization.
SCED 422. Advanced Teaching Strategies in Elementary Science (3). Prerequisite, SCED 322 or permission of instructor. This course is designed to give students experience and training in the preparation of unique materials and teaching strategies in the area of science, as well as perfect techniques already possessed by the teacher.
SCED 442. Development of Special Materials (2) . Prerequisite, permission of instructor.
SCED 491. Workshop (1-6).
SCED 495. Science Education Research (1-3). Prerequisite, SCED 324 or concurrent enrollment. This course introduces pre-service science teachers to qualitative and quantitative methods of action research. Course requires completion of a research project of the student's design.
SCED 496. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor.
SCED 498. Special Topics (1-6).
*Enrollment is subject to being fully admitted to the Teacher Education Program.
The following program is on reserve and may be offered subject to program needs: B.S., Science-Mathematics Education Major.
Program Coordinator: Beverly Heckart
L and L 100-I
Social Science programs are designed to provide students with a study of human society which is interdisciplinary in nature. Major areas of study are carefully constructed from the disciplines of anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, and sociology. Professional methodology courses in the teaching of the social sciences are offered for those students preparing to teach.
Social Science credits obtained in international programs may be used in major programs either as elective credits or as substitutions for required courses. In either case, however, consent for such application must be obtained in writing from both the academic department concerned and the Social Science program coordinator or designee prior to the experience being obtained. The program coordinator will assist students with individual problems. Students are encouraged to seek advice from the coordinator when designing programs of study. Any deviation from program requirements as listed in the catalog requires approval of the program coordinator and the Dean of the College of The Sciences. Internship and contracted field experiences are available through various Social Science Departments. For further information, see the appropriate Social Science Chair.
Social Science Major 60 credits (7400)
Students graduating from this program must attain a 2.5 GPA in the major and complete an exit survey upon graduation.
Required Courses CreditsANTH 130, Cultural Anthropology 5 ECON 202, Principles of Economics Macro 5 GEOG 308, Cultural Geography 5 HIST 302, Introduction to History 3 POSC 210, American Politics 5 PSY 101, General Psychology 5 SOC 107, Principles of Sociology 5 Electives 27 Select upper division courses from only one of the following disciplines: Anthropology, Economics, Geography, History, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology Total 60
Social Science: Teaching Secondary Major (7403)
This major satisfies the Primary endorsement for Social Studies.
Designed for social studies teaching at the junior high, middle school, and high school levels. Transfer students must take at least 10 credit hours of work in approved social science courses at CWU prior to application for endorsement for student teaching. Students taking this major are required to complete the professional education program requirements offered through the Curriculum and Supervision Department.
Required Courses CreditsANTH 107, General Anthropology, OR ANTH 120, Introduction to Archaeology 5 ECON 101, Economic Issues, OR ECON 102, World Economic Issues, OR ECON 201, Principles of Economics Micro, OR ECON 202, Principles of Economics Macro 5 GEOG 108, Introduction to Human Geography, OR GEOG 304, Economic Geography, OR GEOG 308, Cultural Geography 5 GEOG 215, Concepts of GIS 3 GEOG 352, Geography of North America, OR GEOG 355, Geography of the Pacific Northwest, OR GEOG 366, Geography of the Middle East, OR GEOG 371, Geography of Europe, OR GEOG 470, Geography of South America, OR GEOG 471, Geography of Middle America, OR GEOG 474, Geography of China, OR GEOG 475, Geography of Asia 3-5 HIST 101, 102, 103 (Select 2 courses), World Civilization 10 HIST 143, 144, United States History 10 HIST 301, Pacific Northwest History 3 HIST 338, Conquest and Compromise: Indians and Europeans in North America Since 1492, OR HIST 342, History of Black America to 1865, OR HIST 343, History of Black America since 1865, OR HIST 346, Women in American History, OR HIST 354, American Environmental History, OR HIST/ECON 348, Economic History of the United States OR ECON/HIST 388, Economic History of Europe Since 1760, OR ECON 346, Comparative Economic Systems 5 HIST/SOC 421, Methods and Materials in the Social Sciences, Secondary 3 POSC 210, American Politics 5 SOC 107, Principles of Sociology 5 Electives in upper-division courses in only one of the above areas 15 *Students shall complete an exit survey tailored to the program as a final assessment of their performance in the program. Total 77-79 *Western Civilization may be substituted.
SOSC 298. Special Topics (1-6).
SOSC 399. Seminar (1-5).
SOSC 421. Methods and Materials in the Social Studies- Secondary (3). Prior completion of EDCS 311 recommended. Same as HIST 421. Students may not receive credit for both.
SOSC 491. Workshop (1-6).
SOSC 496. Individual Study (1-6).
SOSC 498. Special Topics (1-6).
SOSC 499. Seminar (1-5).
Visit the http://www.cwu.edu/~sociolog/ department home page.
Faculty
Chair: Kirk Johnson
Farrell Hall 409
Professors:
Laura L. Appleton, Sex Roles, Social Movements, Theory
William L. Benson, Sociology of Organizations, Medical Sociology, Theory
John R. Dugan, Statistics, Methodology, Social Psychology
Kirk A. Johnson, Criminology, Delinquency, Victimation, Organizations, Methods
David E. Kaufman, Sociology of Education, The Media, Community and Urban Life
Charles L. McGehee, Child Abuse, Comparative
Associate Professor:
Delores Cleary, Criminology, The Life-Course, American Society, Minorities, Ethnic Studies
Assistant Professor:
Nelson Pichardo, Ethnic Studies, Social Movements
Nancy Wessel, Link Project, Family, Child Abuse, Social Change
Through its curriculum, the Department of Sociology provides opportunities for students to understand the major conceptual and methodological tools used by sociologists and others to understand society. Students will be encouraged to: 1) see society as a concrete, day-to-day behavior of human beings; 2) grasp the relationship between history, society and the individual's own life; 3) realize that social patterns are tools for the accomplishment of human ends and are not necessarily unalterable facts of life; and 4) develop the ability to observe critically and analyze social phenomena.
In providing these intellectual skills, the Sociology major is relevant to a wide variety of academic and occupational pursuits and is concerned with developing skills of analytic thought and practice in areas including the social services profession, labor and business organization, personnel work, government program administration and graduate study.
Students who major in Sociology and Social Services are required to register with the Department, at which time an advisor will be selected. In order to develop a Program of Study, students are required to meet once a quarter with their advisor. Further information on specific courses, the faculty and career opportunities is available in the Department office. Students must complete an end of major assessment prior to graduation.
Students taking this major are required to complete the professional education program requirements offered through the Curriculum and Supervision Department.
1. The Sociology Department's honors program is designed for students who wish to explore a particular research problem in depth.
2. The program is open to Sociology majors who have completed 20 credit hours in sociology and have achieved a junior standing.
3. The student: (a) selects an honors advisor and designs a research project in consultation with him/her; (b) writes a letter of application to the Chair of the Department; and, (c) if accepted, completes a research paper that is approved and supervised by his/her honors advisor and a second member of the department.
4. Credit for this paper may be obtained through Sociology 497.
Sociology Major (7595)
Students selecting this major must complete a minor or a second major.
Required Courses CreditsSOC 107, Principles of Sociology 5 SOC 350, Social Theory 5 subtotal 10 Select one course from each of the following categories: 14-20 Social Control SOC 344, Juvenile Delinquency (4) SOC 345, Deviance (5) SOC 346, Criminology (5) SOC 349, Law and Society (4) Social Structure SOC 326, Demography of Contemporary World Populations (4) SOC 380, Social Ecology (5) SOC 445, Social Inequality (5) SOC 459, Organizations (5) SOC 460, Community Structure and Organization (4) Social Institutions SOC 330, Sociology of Leisure (5) SOC 338, Political Sociology (3) SOC 351, Sociology of Work (5) SOC 357, Sociology of Families (4) SOC 367, Sociology of Religion (5) SOC 425, Sociology of Education (5) Social Process SOC 307, Individual and Society (5) SOC 320, Death and Dying (5) SOC 325, Aging (4) SOC 340, Social Interaction (5) SOC 356, Sex Roles in Society (5) SOC 362, Social Movements (5) SOC 369, Mass Media and Society (3) Sociology Total 24-30 Electives in Sociology 15-21 Total 45
Sociology Major (7600)
Required Core Courses Credits SOC 107, Principals of Sociology 5 SOC 350, Social Theory I 5 SOC 364, Data Analysis in Sociology 5 SOC 363, Methods of Social Research 5
Sub Total 20
Select one course from each of the
following sub-fields: 14-20
Social Control 4-5
SOC 344, Juvenile Delinquency (4)
SOC 345, Deviance (5)
SOC 346, Criminology (5)
SOC 349, Law and Society (4)
Social Structure 4-5
SOC 326, Demography of Contemporary World
Populations (4)
SOC 445, Social Inequality (5)
SOC 459, Organizations (5)
SOC 460, Community Structure and Organization (4)
SOC 380, Social Ecology (5)
Social Institutions 3-5
SOC 351, Sociology of Work (5)
SOC 357, Sociology of Families (4)
SOC 367, Sociology of Religion (5)
SOC 338, Political Sociology (3)
SOC 330, Sociology of Leisure (5)
SOC 425, Sociology of Education (5)
Social Process 3-5
SOC 307, Individual and Society (5)
SOC 320, Death and Dying (5)
SOC 325, Aging (4)
SOC 340, Social Interaction (5)
SOC 356, Sex Roles in Society (5)
SOC 369, Mass Media and Society (3)
SOC 362, Social Movements (5)
Sociology Core Total 34-40
Electives in Sociology 20-26
Total 60
Sociology Major (7600)
This program is suggested for students preparing for graduate study.
Required Courses CreditsSOC 107, Principles of Sociology 5 SOC 350, Social Theory I 5 SOC 363, Methods of Social Research 5 SOC 364, Data Analysis in Sociology, or equivalent 5 SOC 450, Social Theory II 5 SOC 464, Applied Data Analysis 4 SOC 493, Sociological Research 5 Subtotal 34 Select one course from each of the following categories: Social Control SOC 344, Juvenile Delinquency (4) SOC 345, Deviance (5) SOC 346, Criminology (5) SOC 349, Law and Society (4) Social Structure SOC 326, Demography of Contemporary World Populations (4) SOC 380, Social Ecology (5) SOC 445, Social Inequality (5) SOC 459, Organizations (5) SOC 460, Community Structure and Organization (4) SOC 365, Minority Groups (5) Social Institutions SOC 331, Sociology of Sport (3) SOC 338, Political Sociology (3) SOC 351, Sociology of Work (5) SOC 357, Sociology of Families (4) SOC 367, Sociology of Religion (5) SOC 425, Sociology of Education (5) Social Process SOC 307, Individual and Society (5) SOC 320, Death and Dying (5) SOC 325, Aging (4) SOC 340, Social Interaction (5) SOC 356, Sex Roles in Society (5) SOC 362, Social Movements (5) SOC 369, Mass Media and Society (3) Subtotal 48-54 Electives in Sociology 21-27 Total 75 **A maximum of 5 credits of elective lower-division coursework may be counted toward the major. PSY 363, Inferential Statistics, is an approved elective.
The social service major is designed for students interested in working in the human services delivery systems. Students are required to have a strong grounding in sociology as well as the applied field of social services. The course work introduces students to critical issues in the field and offers students the opportunity to work within agencies in the community.
The major requirements are such that students are encouraged to organize their program of study to include a minor degree in an area of interest or specialization outside of Sociology. Some areas that fit well with this major include psychology, ethnic studies, family studies, gerontology, women studies, community health and the like.
Required Courses Credits Practice AreaSOC 301, Introduction and History of Social Service Agencies 4 SOC 310, Social Service Methods and Casework 3 PSY 454, The Helping Interview 3 ***SOC 490, Cooperative Education 4 Analytic Area **SOC 350, Social Theory I 5 *SOC 364, Data Analysis in Sociology 5 SOC 363, Research Methods 5 SOC 489.1, Senior Capstone Seminar 4 Macro Considerations in Social Services SOC 411, Comparative Social Service Systems 4 SOC 442, Social Welfare Policy 4 Social Organization Area (Choose one course 4 SOC 415, Urban Society (4) Soc 460, Community Structure and Organization (4) Contemporary Society Area (Choose one course) 5 SOC 365, Minority Groups (5) SOC 356, Sex Roles in Society (5) SOC 3991, Seminar on Racism (5) **SOC 445, Social Inequality (5) Elective Credits in Sociology 12 Total 62 *MATH 130.1 or an equivalent course is a prerequisite for SOC 364. **SOC 107 is prerequisite for SOC 350 and 445. ***Additional credits in SOC 490 may count toward graduation.
Required Courses CreditsSOC 107, Principles of Sociology 5 *Electives in Sociology 20 Total 25 *SOC 490, Cooperative Education, does not count toward the minor. A maximum of 5 credits of elective lower-division coursework may be counted toward the minor.
Required Courses CreditsSOC 301, Introduction and History of Social Service Agencies 4 SOC 310, Social Service Methods and Casework 3 SOC 442, Social Welfare Policy (4) OR 4 SOC 460, Community Structure and Organization (4) PSY 454, The Helping Interview 3 Electives in Sociology 16 Total 30 *SOC 490, Cooperative Education, does not count toward the minor. A maximum of 5 credits of elective lower-division coursework may be counted toward the minor.
SOC 101. Social Problems (5). An introduction to the study of contemporary issues such as poverty, military policies, families, crime aging, racial and ethnic conflict, and the environment.
SOC 107. Principles of Sociology (5). An introduction to the basic concepts and theories of sociology with an emphasis on the group aspects of human behavior.
SOC 205. American Society (5). Introduction to the social structure and processes of American society; emphasis on institutions such as government, family, schools, and religion, and processes such as conflict, change, stratification, mobility, and communication.
SOC 210. Culture of Poverty (5). The culture associated with poverty in contemporary U.S., and its place in the wider society.
SOC 248. Marriage and Families (5). Marriage as a social institution, courtship and family interaction. May not be used for breadth if FCSF /PSY 235 has been taken.
SOC 265. Computer Applications in the Social Sciences (3). Computer skills for effective social science research and report writing; internet searches, home pages, graphical and textual transfers, spreadsheets from imported data and CD-ROM use. Two hours of lecture and two hours of lab.
SOC 271. Sociological Analysis (3). The logic of sociological investigation and explanation.
SOC 291. Workshop (1-6).
SOC 296. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor.
SOC 299. Seminar (1-5). Prerequisite, permission of instructor.
SOC 301. Introduction and History of Social Service Agencies (4). Introduction to the fields of social welfare, health services and corrections; organization and function of agencies. Formerly SOC 201. Student may not receive credit for both.
SOC 302. International Links (4). Prerequisite, participation in the LINK program. An orientation course for students participating in the Link program who will be going to Mexico.
SOC 307. Individual and Society (5). An analysis of the relationship between social structure and the individual.
SOC 310. Social Service Methods and Casework (3). Prerequisite, SOC 301 or permission of instructor. Casework interviewing techniques and skills, traditional and contemporary methods, emphasis upon developing a personal casework style.
SOC 320. Death and Dying (5). An analysis of social attitudes, practices, and institutions associated with death and dying in American society.
SOC 325. Aging (4). Problems and advantages of growing old in society; post-parental families, retirement, the economics of pensions, importance of interaction in old age, residential facilities, geriatric medicine, and dying.
SOC 326. Demography of Contemporary World Populations (4). Demographic analysis, fertility and the birth control movement, mortality and life expectancy, and migration. Involves use of computers.
SOC 327. Sociology of Health (4). The social causes of disease and illness behavior, organization of medical care and comparative health systems.
SOC 330. Sociology of Leisure (5). The emergence of leisure as a major social institution and its impact on society, culture and personality.
SOC 331. Sociology of Sport (3). Sports and games as social phenomena.
SOC 333. Genealogy (1). Kin names, pedigrees, family trees, and ancestral histories. Research with records, family documents, and interviews.
SOC 338. Political Sociology (3). Major theories of power in society. Analysis of the political/economic structure of society as it determines the differential access to social power by different social groups.
SOC 340. Social Interaction (5). Face-to-face contact, communication and social psychological features of groups.
SOC 343. Child Abuse (4). An analysis of the causes, consequences of and prospects for dealing with the phenomena of child abuse and neglect in American society.
SOC 344. Juvenile Delinquency (4). Prerequisite, SOC 107. A study of social factors causing delinquency in youth; major theories, analysis of treatment and control.
SOC 345. Deviance (5). A survey of approaches to the field of deviance with emphasis on contemporary work and focus on the problematics of the field.
SOC 346. Criminology (5). A study of the adult criminal, criminal behavior, and criminality in human societies.
SOC 347. Industrial Sociology (3). An analysis of the social relations within industrial organizations; the relationship between industrial organizations, and institutions and processes in the broader society.
SOC 348. Women and Crime (4). Prerequisite, SOC 346. This course will critically asses the current theoretical and empirical literature on female criminality and social control.
SOC 349. Law and Society (4). Prerequisite, SOC 107. Origin, maintenance and change of legal structures and processes in society with particular emphasis on legal institutions in American society.
SOC 350. Social Theory I (5). Prerequisite, SOC 107 or permission of instructor. An introduction to social theory through study of early social thinkers, emphasizing the works of Durkheim, Marx, and Weber.
SOC 351. Sociology of Work (5). An historical view of the impact of technology on society and social change. Importance of work as an institution. How work relates to the other social institutions, to culture, and to the development of personality.
SOC 352. Punishment and Corrections (5). Origin, maintenance, structure and function of institutions of punishment and correction with particular emphasis on American society; problems of change in punishment and corrections.
SOC 355. Culture and Personality (4). A cross-cultural analysis of personality as a function of cultural organization and transmission. Same as ANTH 355. Students may not receive credit for both.
SOC 356. Sex Roles in Society (5). A review and analysis of the development, maintenance, and consequences of masculine and feminine social roles.
SOC 357. Sociology of Families (4). Theory and research about familial interaction and society.
SOC 362. Social Movements (5). Causes, organizational problems, and consequences of revolutions, and political, religious and social movements.
SOC 363. Methods of Social Research (5). Principles and applications of Social Research Methods. Sophomore standing. Prerequisites: 364, 464, 493.
SOC 364. Data Analysis in Sociology (5). Prerequisite, MATH 130.1 or equivalent.
SOC 365. Minority Groups (5). Prerequisite, SOC 107 or ETS 101 or permission. Study of the social formation of minority groups in American society, their historical development, current conditions, and issues.
SOC 367. Sociology of Religion (5). The social organization of religious experience in small and large societies and the relationship of religious beliefs to human life.
SOC 369. Mass Media and Society (3). Relationship of the mass media to social institutions; including philosophy, responsibilities, regulations and criticism. Same as COM 369, students may not receive credit for both.
SOC 370. Social Change (5). Social processes, institutional development and revolutions.
SOC 373. Social Groups (5). Principles of social behavior within and between groups.
SOC 380. Social Ecology (5). The structure and development of human communities as they interact with environmental conditions.
SOC 388. Women in Management (3). An examination of the ways in which American sex roles, together with corporate cultural practices and organization structures, affect women's attainment of and performance in managerial roles within business, educational, and professional organizations. Same as MGT 388. Formerly SOC/MGT 368. Student may receive credit for one course only.
SOC 392. Field Experience in Sociology (1-15). Prerequisite, SOC 363 and permission of instructor. Supervised field experience at a location to be selected by the instructor and the students. The instructor will accompany students into the field, help in the selection of a project, and assist in evaluation of student work.
SOC 398. Special Topics (1-6).
SOC 399. Seminar (1-5). May be repeated.
SOC 399.1. Seminar on Racism (5). Prerequisite, one of the following: SOC 101, 107, 365, or ETS 101. An advanced level of study examining the nature and dynamics of social forces in American society that produce the phenomena of racism. The changing forms of racism that occur historically at the intersection of class and gender oppression.
SOC 411. Comparative Social Service Systems (4). Prerequisite, major in Social Service, SOC 301 or permission of instructor. A cross-culture comparison of social service programs and policies in various countries. Students may not receive credit for both SOC 311 and SOC 411.
SOC 415. Urban Sociology (4). Prerequisite, SOC 107 and 10 credits of 300 level sociology, or permission of the instructor. Growth, structure, and functions of the city; their relationships to surrounding and rural areas, urban ecological patterns, planning, and the problems of urban living.
SOC 425. Sociology of Education (5). Impact of culture on schools. Examination of contemporary social trends and relationships among church, school and government; contributions of sociology to the area of education in its broadest sense.
SOC 442. Social Welfare Policy (4). Review of U.S. social welfare policy, emphasis on 20th Century social policies influencing nature of welfare state, and delivery of social services.
SOC 445. Social Inequality (5). Prerequisite, SOC 107. The distribution of wealth, power and prestige in society.
SOC 450. Social Theory II (5). Prerequisite, SOC 350. Study of selected modern social theories, including structural functionalism, conflict theory, exchange theory, symbolic interactionism, ethnomethodology and the dramaturgical school.
SOC 459. Organizations (5). Theory and research on the structure and development of organizations.
SOC 460. Community Structure and Organization (4). Prerequisite, SOC 107 and 10 credits of 300 level sociology work. Community formation from inner city to rural hamlet. Changes in community institutions and organizational life related to industrialization, politics, social stratification and ethnicity. Students will conduct field research on specific community functions and social structures.
SOC 464. Applied Data Analysis (4). Prerequisite, SOC 364 or equivalent. Application of statistical methods to the analysis of social data and statistical computing. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.SOC 470. Contemporary Social Thought (4). Prerequisite, SOC 450 or permission of instructor. Prospects for sociology theory.
SOC 488. Colloquy (1-3). Prerequisite, one course in Sociology issues. Current literature in sociology. May be repeated for credit.
SOC 489.1. Capstone in Social Service (4). Prerequisite, senior standing or permission. This capstone course is designed for social service majors in the sociology program as a final course in their major. Course integrates theoretical and substantive issues and prepares students for a job search in related fields or graduate school pursuits. Grade will be S or U.
SOC 490. Cooperative Education (1-12). An individualized contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. Prior approval required. May be repeated. Grade will be S or U.
SOC 491. Workshop (1-6).
SOC 493. Sociological Research (1-15). Prerequisites, SOC 350, 364, 465 and permission of instructor. Individual research project. This course may be repeated up to a maximum of 15 credits.
SOC 496. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, 10 hours or more in sociology.
SOC 497. Honors Thesis (1-5). Prerequisite, admittance to Honors Program. May be repeated up to a total of 5 credits.
SOC 498. Special Topics (1-6).
SOC 499. Seminar (1-5).
The following courses are on reserve and may be offered subject to program needs. SOC 207, Sociology of Attitudes (5); SOC 303, Sociology of Disaster (3); SOC 375, Sociology of Conflict (5); SOC 385, Comparative Sociology (5); SOC 455, Collective Behavior (5); SOC 475, Communication and Human Relations (5); SOC 481, Philosophy of the Social Sciences (5).
Faculty
Chair: George W. Bellah
McConnell 106
Professors:
Wesley Van Tassel, Acting, Directing, Theatre Management, Playwriting and Literature
Mark C. Zetterberg, Scenic and Lighting Design, Technical Direction, Theatre History and
Literature
Associate Professors:
Brenda J. Hubbard, Producing Artistic Director, Acting, Directing, Theatre
History and Literature
Scott R. Robinson, Costume, Scenic, and Lighting Design, Costume Technology
Assistant Professors:
George W. Bellah, Acting, Directing, Stage Movement, Stage Combat
Derek Lane, Production Manager, Scenic and Lighting Design and Technology, Stage
Management
Michael J. Smith, Acting, Directing, Voice, Literature
Lecturers:
Dave Barnett, McConnell Stage Management, Technical Director, Scene Technology, Drafting
Trisha Bellah, Child Drama, Creative Drama, Children's Theatre
The Theatre Arts major offers students classroom instruction and practical production opportunities in a lively and disciplined setting. Upon completion of the major, students are prepared to pursue theatre as a career, to teach theatre at the secondary level, or to continue studies in a graduate program. Students without primary interest in theatre arts are also encouraged to participate in the program. Many of the classes serve students majoring in other disciplines.
Theatre Arts offers minors in six specializations; Teaching Theatre K-12, Theatre Generalist, Performance, Design and Technology, Youth Drama, and Theatre Management.
Admission to any theatre arts course which has prerequisites requires either a suitable placement test score or a grade of C- or better in each listed prerequisite to that course. Students must check course catalogue for all prerequisites.
Theatre Arts Core Requirements CreditsTH 107, Introduction to Theatre 4 TH 166, Theory of Play Production 3 TH 261, Costume Technology 2 TH 267, Scene Technology 2 TH 268, Lighting Technology 2 TH 269.1, Basic Acting 2 TH 301, 401, Production Application 9 TH 329, Directing I 3 TH 363.1, 363.2, Theatre History 8 TH 363.3, OR TH 330, OR TH 430 4 TH 393, 493, Production Laboratory 6 TH 495, Senior Research Project 2 Dramatic Literature Elective 4 Theatre Arts Core Total 51 NOTE: Electives in all specializations must have prior approval by student's theatre advisor.
Courses CreditsTheatre Arts Core Requirements 51 Generalist Electives 24 A minimum of 9 credits of electives must be in 301, 401, or 332. Total 75
Courses CreditsTheatre Arts Core Requirements 51 TH 269.2, 269.3, Basic Acting 4 TH 369.1, 369.2, Intermediate Acting 6 TH 301, 401, Production Application 9 Specialization electives 5 Total 75
Courses CreditsTheatre Arts Core Requirements 51 TH 266, Theatre Drafting 2 TH 301, 401 Production Application 9 TH 366, Elements of Theatre Design and Rendering Technique 3 Select from TH 361, Stage Costuming, OR TH 367, Stage Scenery, OR TH 368, Stage Lighting 3 Select from TH 461, Costume Design, OR TH 467, Scenic Design, OR TH 468, Lighting Design 4 Specialization elective 3 Total 75
Courses CreditsTheatre Arts Core Requirements 51 TH 312 Creative Dramatics in School and Leisure 3 TH 313, Children's Theatre 3 TH 420, Drama in the classroom 5 Select from TH 301, 401, Production Application, OR TH 492, Practicum in Producing and Touring Theatre 6 Specialization electives 7 Total 75
Courses CreditsTheatre Arts Core Requirements 51 TH 350.1, 350.2, Theatre Management I, II 6 Select: ADMG 146, Basic Accounting, OR ACCT 301, Financial Accounting Analysis 5 Select: ECON 101, Economic Issues, OR ECON 201, Principles of Economics, Micro, 5 Select: HRM 381, Management of Human Resources, OR MKT 360, Principles of Marketing, OR MGT 380, Organizational Management 5 Select from TH 301, 401 Production Application, OR TH 332, New Play Production 3 Total 75
This major satisfies the Primary endorsement for Drama.
A student should have a minor leading to endorsement in English, Social Studies, History, or Music. Also, see University requirements for teacher certification. Students taking this major are required to complete the professional education program requirements offered through the Curriculum and Supervision Department.
Required Courses CreditsTH 107, Introduction to Theatre 4 TH 166, Theory of Play Production 3 TH 207, Introduction to Child Drama 3 TH 261, Costume Technology 2 TH 267, Scene Technology 2 TH 268, Lighting Technology 2 TH 269.1, Basic Acting 2 TH 269.2, Basic Acting: Movement 2 TH 269.3, Basic Acting: Voice 2 TH 312, Creative Dramatics 3 TH 313, Children's Theatre 3 TH 329, Directing I 3 Select from: TH 361, Stage Costuming, OR TH 367, Stage Scenery, OR TH 368, Stage Lighting 3 Select from: TH 363.1, 363.2, 363.3, Theatre History 8 TH 420, Drama in the Schools K-12 5 TH 429, Directing II 3 Department approved electives in Dramatic Literature 4 Total 60
Required Courses CreditsTH 107, Introduction to Theatre 4 TH 166, Theory of Play Production 3 TH 269.1, Basic Acting 2 TH 301, 401, Production Application, OR TH 393, 493, Production Laboratory 3 Specialization electives 18 Total 30 *All Minors require a minimum of 30 credits.
*ELECTIVES for both majors and minors. Electives must be selected from the approved list of courses in the specializations.
Teaching Grades 4-12 Specialization Electives: Minor Only
Take TH 312 Creative Dramatics PLUS select from any electives in Performance (8456), Design and Technology (8457), or Youth Drama (8458). Also, see University requirements for endorsement.
Theatre Generalist Specialization Electives (8455)
Select from any electives in Performance (8456), Technology and Design (8457), Youth Drama (8458), or Theatre Management (8459).
Performance Specializations Electives (8456)
Select from: TH 269.2, Basic Acting: Movement (2) TH 269.3, Basic Acting: Voice (2) TH 270, Theatrical Makeup (2) TH 301, Production Application (3+) TH 312, Creative Dramatics (3) TH 329, Directing I (3) TH 330, Playwriting (4+) TH 332, New Play Production (3+) TH 333, Stage Combat (2) TH 342, Voice and Dialects (2) TH 343, Singing for Actors (1+) TH 350.1, Theatre Management I (3) TH 350.2, Theatre Management II (3) TH 352, Stage Dance (2#) TH 360, Stage Management (3) TH 369.1, Intermediate Acting I (3) TH 369.2, Intermediate Acting II (3) TH 401, Production Application (3+) TH 429, Directing II (3) TH 430, Playwright's Workshop (4+) TH 444, Acting Styles (4+) TH 445, Audition Techniques (2) TH 475, Acting for Film and Television (3) TH 492, Practicum in Producing and Touring Theatre (3#)
+ may be repeated for credit
# maximum credits in specialization
Select from: TH 261, Costume Technology (2) TH 266, Theatre Drafting (2) TH 267, Scene Technology (2) TH 268, Lighting Technology (2) TH 270, Theatrical Makeup (2) TH 301, Production Application (3+) TH 332, New Play Production (3) TH 350.1, 350.2, Theatre Management I, II (3,3) TH 353, Stage Properties (3) TH 354, Scene Painting (3) TH 356, Theatre Sound (3) TH 360, Stage Management (3) TH 361, Stage Costuming (3) TH 366, Elements of Theatre Design and Rendering (3) TH 367, Stage Scenery (3) TH 368, Stage Lighting (3) TH 384, Puppetry (3) TH 401, Production Application (3+) TH 461, Costume Design (4) TH 465, Costume and Fashion Drawing (3) TH 467, Scenic Design (4) TH 468, Lighting Design (4) TH 489, Career and Portfolio Preparation (3)
+ may be repeated for credit
Select from: TH 207, Intro to Child Drama (3) TH 269.2, Basic Acting: Voice (2) TH 269.3, Basic Acting: Movement (2) TH 301, Production Application (3) TH 312, Creative Dramatics (3) TH 313, Children's Theatre (3) TH 330, Playwriting (4) TH 332, New Play Production (3) TH 333, Stage Combat (2) TH 342, Voice and Dialects (2) TH 350.1, 350.2, Theatre Management I, II (3,3) TH 352, Stage Dance (2) TH 360, Stage Management (3) TH 369.1, 369.2 Intermediate Acting I, II (3,3) TH 384, Puppetry (3) TH 401, Production Application (3) TH 420, Drama in the Schools, K-12 (5) TH 429, Directing II (3) TH 430, Playwrights Workshop (4) TH 444, Acting Styles (4) TH 492, Practicum in Producing and Touring Theatre (3#)
# Maximum in Specialization
Take these courses: TH 261, Costume Technology (2), OR TH 267, Scene Technology (2), OR TH 268, Lighting Technology (2) TH 350.1, Theatre Management I (3) TH 350.2, Theatre Management II (3) TH 360, Stage Management (3) PLUS select two of the following courses: ECON 101, Economic Issues (5) ADMG 146, Basic Accounting (5) ECON 201, Principles of Economics: Micro (5) ACCT 301, Financial Accounting Analysis (5) MKT 360, Principles of Marketing (5) MGT 380, Organizational Management (5) HRM 381, Management of Human Resources (5)
TH 101. Appreciation of Theatre and Film (4). Viewing, discussing, and comparing film and live theatre performance.
TH 107. Introduction to Theatre (4). Overview of the basic elements of the theatre arts and dramatic structure, and the environment for production of plays. Attendance at assigned outside events is required.
TH 166. Theory of Play Production (3). Theories of production are examined through basic script analysis, protocol procedures, job descriptions, and communication.
TH 207. Introduction to Children's Drama (3). Prerequisite, TH 166 or permission of instructor. History and aesthetics of children's drama: includes storytelling, improvisational theatre, production techniques, touring theatre, and puppetry. Appropriate for students in education, leisure services, and theatre.
TH 261. Costume Technology (2). Prerequisites, TH 166 or permission of instructor. Basic theory and study of costume construction and fabrication for the theatre. Emphasis on terminology, safe operating procedures of sewing machinery, basic stitches, and fabric identification.
TH 266. Theatre Drafting (2). Prerequisites, TH 107 and TH 166 and permission of instructor. Supervised study and practice drafting theatrical sets and properties.
TH 267. Scene Technology (2). Prerequisites, TH 166 or permission of instructor. Scene construction, rigging, painting and shifting techniques. Participation in production work is required.
TH 268. Lighting Technology (2). Applied study of lighting instruments, lighting accessories, hanging, cabling, focusing, lighting control systems, safety, maintenance and inventory control. Participation in production work is required.
TH 269.1. Basic Acting (2). Theory and practice of the essentials of acting craft, including subtext, objectives, and beginning character and play analysis. TH 269.1 same as DR 269. Students may not receive credit for both. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
TH 269.2. Basic Acting: Movement (2). Prerequisite, TH 269.1 or permission of instructor. Exploration of various basic physical characterization techniques and movement skills, inlcuding observation and imitation, physical improvisation, and mask work. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
TH 269.3. Basic Acting: Voice (2). Prerequisite, TH 269.2 or permission of instructor. Exploration of basic principles and practice of vocal production, including relaxation, support, resonance, range, interpretation, and articulation. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
TH 270. Theatrical Makeup (2). Prerequisite, TH 107 or permission of instructor. The history, functions, materials and techniques of makeup as a theatrical art. Production application required.
TH 298. Special Topics (1-6).
TH 300, 400. Rehearsal and Performance (1-2). Open only to non-majors participating in Theatre Arts productions. May be repeated for credit.
TH 301, 401. Production Application (3,3). Skills learned in the classroom are applied to production work for public presentation. Different sections will be offered for participants in each area of the production team. May be repeated for a total of 15 credits.
TH 312. Creative Dramatics in School and Leisure (3). Theory and practice of dramatic improvisation as a stimulus for learning and creative recreation. Focus on exploratory drama for language acquisition and social interaction.
TH 313. Children's Theatre (3). Prerequisite, TH 107 or permission of instructor. Elements of creating and producing the theatre event for the child audience. Play production for children, improvisation in playwriting and story theatre. Same as DR 473. Students may not receive credit for both.
TH 329. Directing I (3). Prerequisites, TH 107, TH 166, TH 269. Basic theories, script analysis and fundamentals of directing the play.
TH 330. Playwriting (4). Prerequisite, TH 107 or permission of instructor. Fundamentals and practice in dramatic writing techniques and styles. Same as DR 410. May be repeated to a maximum of eight credits.
TH 333. Stage Combat (2). Prerequisite, 2269.1 or permission of instructor. The study and practice of basic skills, techniques, and safety factors used in staging and performing violence for the stage and media. Focus is on falls, rolls, and unarmed combat. May include use of one historical weapon.
TH 342. Voice and Dialects (2). Prerequisite, TH 269.3. Advanced voice training for the actor. Study of phonetics, scansion, phrasing, and dialects.
TH 343. Singing for Actors (1). Prerequisite, TH 269.3 or permission of instructor. Study of the mechanics of signing as applied to presentation of theatrical show music. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits.
TH 350.1, 350.2. Theatre Management (3,3). Prerequisites TH 107 and TH 166 or permission of instructor. Policy and practice of theitre administration including budgets, contracts, box office, purchasing, staffing, marketing and audience development.
TH 352. Stage Dance (2). Study and directed practice of individual and group dance in modern musical and opera productions. Open to all students participating in dramatic productions. Same as DR 310. Students may not receive credit for both.
TH 353. Stage Properties (3). Prerequisite, TH 107, TH 166, TH 267 or permission of instructor. Research, methodology, design and construction of stage props and furniture.
TH 354. Scene Painting (3). Study in the methodology and skills of scene painting, materials, and techniques.
TH 356. Theatre Sound (3). Prerequisite, TH 166. Design, operation and technology of theatrical sound systems.
TH 360. Stage Management (3). Prerequisites, TH 166 and 269.1 or permission of instructor. Techniques, communication methodology, resources, practices and technical training for the stage manager.
TH 361. Stage Costuming (3). Prerequisites, TH 261 or permission of instructor. Further study of construction and fabrication for the stage. Emphasis on patterning, dyeing, and distressing costumes for the stage.
TH 363.1. Theatre History I (4). Prerequisite, TH 107 or permission of instructor. From origins to the Elizabethan Era.
TH 363.2. Theatre History II (4). Prerequisite, TH 107 or permission of instructor. From the Elizabethan period to Ibsen.
TH 363.3. Theatre History III (4). Prerequisite, TH 107 or permission of instructor. From Ibsen to the present.
TH 366. Elements of Theatre Design and Rendering Techniques (3). Prerequisite, permission of instructor. Study of line, color, movement, texture, mass and proportion in theatre design and conceptualization. Rendering techniques for stage design in a wide range of media.
TH 367. Stage Scenery (3). Prerequisites, TH 166 and TH 267. Advanced stage scenery construction techniques are studied and applied.
TH 368. Stage Lighting (3). Prerequisites, TH 266 and TH 268 or permission of instructor. Study of electricity, optics, color, distribution, projecting, drafting, lighting paperwork, and methods for lighting productions.
TH 369.1. Intermediate Acting I (3). Prerequisites, TH 107 and TH 269.3 or permission of instructor. Character interpretation and scene study through script analysis and scene work.
TH 369.2. Intermediate Acting II (3). Prerequisites, TH 107 and 369.1 or permission of instructor. Character interpretation and scene study through script analysis and scene work.
TH 371. Greek and Roman Drama (4) Prerequisite, TH 107 or permission of instructor. Major playwrights and plays related to historical and social trends.
TH 373. American Drama (4). Prerequisite, TH 107 or permission of instructor. Major playwrights and their works.
TH 375. Asian Theatre (4). Prerequisite, TH 107 or permission of instructor. Survey of the traditional theatre, puppetry and dance-drama forms of Asia. Historical development. Cultural and aesthetic aspects of the text in performance. Influence on contemporary world theatre.
TH 381. British Drama (4). Prerequisite, TH 107 or permission of instructor. Origins to present. Same as ENG 381. Students may not receive credit for both.
TH 382. Ethnic Drama (4). Study of contemporary American multicultural plays by people of color and other ethnic groups.
TH 383. Contemporary World Drama (4). Prerequisite, TH 107 or permission of instructor. Selected Post First World War plays from around the world are studied. Formerly DR 470. Students may not receive credit for both.
TH 384. Puppetry (3). Prerequisite, TH 166 or permission of instructor. Survey of puppetry principles and their application to the classroom, recreational facility and theatre. Production techniques. Analysis of literature adaptable to theatre form.
TH 393, 493. Theatre Production Laboratory (1,1). Prerequisite, permission of instructor. Practical experience in all aspects of theatre production to better prepare for career opportunities. Each may be repeated for a total of three credits to a maximum of six credits.
TH 398. Special Topics (1-6).
TH 420. Drama in the Schools K-12 (5). Prerequisites, TH 107, 166. Theatre appreciation, play production, curriculum development, verbal and nonverbal skills, traditions and trends in the application of drama education in the K-12 classroom are explored and practiced.
TH 429. Directing II (3). Prerequisites, TH 329 and permission of instructor. Script study emphasizing the specific artistic and logistical preparation involved in directing a play. Culminates in directing selected scenes.
TH 430. Playwright's Workshop (4). Prerequisite, TH 330 or permission of instructor. Practice in dramatic writing through staged reading or workshop production of an original work. May be repeated to a maximum of eight credits.
TH 444. Acting Styles (4). Prerequisite, TH 369.1 and permission of instructor. Practice in applying skills of performance to special textual needs, including stylized comedy, modern realism, and heightened language. Same as TH 544. Student may not receive credit for both.
TH 445. Audition Techniques (2). Prerequisites, TH 369.1. Exploration and practice of techniques and materials required for professional auditions.
TH 461. Costume Design (4). Prerequisites, 261, 361,and 366 or permission of instructor. Basic principles of design related to theatrical costumes. The role of the costume designer in planning and developing a sketch from the initial reading of the script through production, research, production meetings, and rendering technique. Formerly DR 361 and DR 461. Students may not receive credit for both.
TH 465. Costume and Fashion Drawing (3). Sketching design ideas for theatrical costumes and street clothing in three dimensional form with textural effects and color to present a realistic appearance on paper.
TH 467. Scene Design (4). Prerequisite, TH 366 and 367 or permission of instructor. Study, research, practice and applied use of scenic design techniques and theory.
TH 468. Lighting Design (4). Prerequisite, TH 366 and TH 368 or permission of instructor. Conceptualization, design and application of theatrical lighting using contemporary stage lighting practices.
TH 470. Summer Theatre Workshop (1-6). Prerequisite, permission of instructor. Intensive practical experience with an approved summer theatre. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
TH 475. Acting for Film and Television (3). Prerequisite, TH 369.1. Study and practice of the techniques of performing for the camera and of recording voice-overs. May be repeated for credit.
TH 487. Theatre Pedagogy (3). Student will be given individualized instruction in teaching practices and will participate in journal writing, critiquing, counseling, coaching, advising, leading discussion and grading.
TH 489. Career & Portfolio Preparation (3). Prerequisites, declared Theatre major, junior or senior status. Techniques and practice in preparation of professional portfolio, resumes and letters of application for employment in the entertainment industry.
TH 490. Cooperative Education (1-12). An individualized contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination. Prior approval required. May be repeated. Grade will be S or U.
TH 491. Workshop (1-6).
TH 492. Practicum in Producing and Touring Theatre (3, 6, 12.) Prerequisite, permission of instructor. Lecture, demonstration, and participation in producing and touring a show. A maximum of 3 credits may be applied to the specialization.
TH 495. Senior Research Project (2). Prerequisite, permission of advisor and majority consent of the theatre faculty. Senior students shall present a research paper in a major area of interest. May be repeated one time for credit.
TH 496. Individual Study (1-6). Prerequisite, TH 107 or permission of instructor.
TH 498. Special Topics (1-6).
TH 499. Seminar (1-5).
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Director: Bang-Soon Yoon
Psychology 473
Women Studies is an interdisciplinary program which provides a frame of reference for understanding the contemporary and historical experience, roles, and contributions of both women and men. With the increasing participation rate of women in the labor force and politics, this subject is becoming increasingly important in preparing all students for life and work in the year 2000 and beyond. The objectives of women studies are:
1. To explore existing knowledge about women in a variety of disciplines.
2. To critically assess the traditional disciplines in the light of new data concerning women.
3. To provide an academic foundation for students planning careers in women studies or related fields.
4. To promote research about women within existing disciplines. Women Studies offers an interdisciplinary minor as described below. With approval of the Director of Women Studies, the student will select appropriate electives to meet personal and professional goals. With faculty advisement, interested students may construct individualized majors in Women Studies through the interdisciplinary major program.
Women Studies Minor (8650)
Required Courses Credits
WS 201, Introduction to Women Studies 5
Select a minimum of three courses from the
following: 11-15
ANTH 356, Gender Roles in Cross
Cultural Perspective (4)
ENG 335, Studies in Wonen's Literature (4)
HIST 346, Women in American History (5)
POSC 311, Women and Politics (5)
PSY 483, Psychology of Women (3)
(Prerequisite, PSY 101 (5))
SOC 356, Sex Roles in Society (5)
Department approved electives 5-9
Electives may include courses not selected
as requirements from the list above. Other
possible electives are ENG 230, Women in
Literature (3), ENG 335, Studies in Women's
Literature (3), SOC 388, Women in Management (3)
as well as special topics, individual study, and
seminar courses in women studies and related departments.
Total 25
WS 201. Introduction to Women Studies (5). A survey of women studies from an interdisciplinary perspective. Basic terms, concepts, theories and research methodologies will be introduced. Gender-related issues will be examined from the historical, cross-cultural and cross-national perspectives.
WS 491. Workshop (1-6).
WS 496. Individual Study (1-6). May be repeated.
WS 498. Special Topics (1-6).
WS 499. Seminar (1-5) May be repeated.
These programs are planned for two groups of students - those who wish one or two years of college work prior to entering an occupation and those who wish to do preprofessional work for one, two, three or four years before entering a professional school, university or college.
The programs described are not to be considered unalterable. They represent patterns that generally agree with the requirements of many professional schools. Since there are many variations in the requirements of the professional schools, students should, after consulting the catalog of the institution from which they expect to earn a degree, select courses required by that institution. The following pre-professional programs are offered: Pre-Dentistry; Pre-Dietetics; Pre-Engineering; Pre-Law; Pre-Medicine; Pre-Occupational Therapy; Pre-Optometry; Pre-Pharmacy; Pre-Physical Therapy; Pre-Veterinary.
Advisor: Dr. Linda Raubeson
Department of Biological Science
Science Building 338L (509) 963-2734
At least three years of college work are required for admission to dental school but most students enter with a Bachelor's degree. Any major is acceptable (with most students choosing Biology or Chemistry) provided the dental school admission requirements are met. Some schools offer an Early Scholars Program to students who show outstanding academic achievement and emotional maturity. Equally important is a background in the social sciences and the humanities. There are no firm requirements in these subjects. Students applying to dental school must have taken the Dental Aptitude Test.
Required Courses CreditsCHEM 181, 181.1, 182, 182.1, 183, 183.1 (General Chemistry) 15 CHEM 361, 361.1, 362, 363, 363.1 (Organic Chemistry) 8-13 *CHEM 431, 431.1, 432 (Biochemistry) 8 MATH 163.1, 163.2 (Pre-Calculus) 10 PHYS 111, 111.1, 112, 112.1, 113, 113.1 (General Physics) 15 BIOL 110, 111, 112, 220 (General Biology) 20 BIOL 323 (Microbiology) 5 Highly Recommended Courses *BIOL 354 (General Vertebrate Embryology) 5 *BIOL 353 (Comparative Anatomy) AND 6 *BIOL 455 (Zoophysiology) OR 5 BIOL 355 AND BIOL 356 (Human Anatomy & Physiology) (10) BIOL 454 (Histology) 4 BIOL 321 (Genetics) 5 BIOL 426 Medical Microbiology or other microbiology 5 *University of Washington recommendations
Upon completion of these courses and the general education courses of the University, the student will almost have earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology. (See catalog for details)
Advisor: Dr. Ethan Bergman RD, CD, FADA
Department of Family and Consumer Sciences
Michaelsen Hall 135 (509) 963-2366
A registered dietitian (RD) is an expert on foods and how they affect human health. An RD is registered by the American Dietetic Association (ADA) as an individual who has completed an approved or accredited four-year undergraduate program. The B.S. in Food Science and Nutrition (Nutrition and Dietetics specialization) is a developmentally accredited program. In addition, the individual must complete a 900+ hour accredited supervised practice experience at one of over 200 dietetic internship. Finally, individuals must then pass the registration examination to attain the RD credential. Please see the advisor for more information. Dietitians may work in hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes as clinical dietitians, for government and public health agencies as community dietitians, and in food service departments of hospitals, schools, nursing homes, and restaurants as management dietitians. In addition, dietitians also are employed as researchers, educators, and as consultants in a variety of settings.
Advisors:
Assistant Professor, Michael Braunstein
Lind Hall 203F, (509) 963-2761
Assistant Professor, Sharon Rosell Lind Hall 203C,( 509) 963-2757
Department of Physics
Most colleges of engineering accept students into their programs only after they have successfully completed a pre-engineering course of study. This usually takes the first two or three years of a student's college career, and can be done at a community college, at CWU, or at another university. Then the student must transfer to the engineering school of his or her choice and apply fo