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• POLS 445: American Foreign Policy

  3.00 Credits

  Lander University

  
  This course involves description and analysis of American foreign policy. The primary focus is upon how foreign policy is made, including the roles of the president, executive departments, Congress, intelligence community, public opinion, and the media. The course includes coverage of diplomatic, military, and foreign economic policy tools, and encourages evaluation of America's role in the world. Junior/senior status recommended. (Global Issues/Nonwestern Studies). Three semester hours.
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• POLS 490: Internship

  1.00 - 12.00 Credits

  Lander University

  
  Students participate in practical work experience related to the study of political science. Internship is supervised by a faculty member. A student must be in good academic standing and have completed 45 semester hours of credit. It is recommended that students complete at least three semester hours of credit in political science before participating in an internship. Only six semester hours of credit in internships may count toward fulfillment of major requirements. One to twelve semester hours.
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• POLS 499: Capstone Senior Seminar

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Lander University

  
  This course is designed to be one of the last classes a political science major takes and is structured so that students conduct independent research, synthesize their experiences in political science coursework, and prepare to apply their knowledge and skills after graduation. The research project will build upon analysis of political processes and course topics will include a political autobiography and skills to enable transition to graduate study and/or a career. Prerequisites: Senior or near-senior status. Three credit hours.
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• PSCI 111: General Physical Science

  0.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Lander University

  
  An introduction to the fundamental concepts of physics and their application to everyday lives. Topics include mechanics, properties of matter, heat, sound, electricity and magnetism, light, and atomic and nuclear physics. Three hours lecture, three hours of laboratory weekly. Prerequisite: Passing score on Mathematics Placement Exam or Math 100 or successful completion of one college leve math course. Four semester hours.
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• PSCI 112: Earth and Space Science

  0.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Lander University

  
  An introduction to the fundamental concepts of astronomy, geology, and meteorology and how they shape human understanding of the universe. Topics include the origin and characteristics of the solar system, stars, galaxies, cosmology, rocks and minerals, plate tectonics, and weather phenomena. Three hours lecture, three hours laboratory weekly. Four semester hours.
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• PSCI 451: Science Pedagogy

  3.00 Credits

  Lander University

  
  An exploration of problem based teaching methods such as laboratory techniques, demonstrations, and teaching resources. Special emphasis is placed on instructional implementations of the NSTA Standards (Content knowledge, content pedagogy, learning environments, safety, impact on student learning, professional knowledge and skills). Prerequisite: formal admission to Teacher Education Program. Note: must concurrently enroll in the associated integrated arts course and field experience. Three semester hours.
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• PSCI 499: Senior Seminar

  3.00 Credits

  Lander University

  
  This course provides instruction in topics related to professional careers or advanced study in the physical sciences. Provides instruction in the preparation and presentation of a professional seminar and accompanying research paper, principles of professional conduct, beginning a career in the sciences, resumes and applications, interviews, and advanced educational opportunities. Students will participate in evaluations for program assessment purposes. Course is open to juniors majoring in chemical engineering and seniors majoring in chemistry or environmental science. Three semester hours.
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• PSYC 101: General Psychology

  3.00 Credits

  Lander University

  
  This course introduces students to the fundamental laws, facts, problems, and fields of psychology and its relation and important applications to other fields. Prohibited to students currently enrolled in or having earned credit in PSYC 102. (General Education - Behavioral and Social Perspectives). Three credit hours.
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• PSYC 102: Intro to Psychology for Majors

  3.00 Credits

  Lander University

  
  Introduces psychology majors to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Emphasizes fundamental laws, research methods, facts, problems and fields of psychology and its relation and important applications to other fields. Prohibited to students currently enrolled in or having earned credit in PSYC 101. Prerequisite: psychology major or permission of instructor. Three credit hours.
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• PSYC 190: Careers in Psychology

  1.00 Credits

  Lander University

  
  This course is an introduction to career opportunities in the various fields of psychology. It provides information on the knowledge and skills expected of a psychology major. It presents aspects of psychology as a science and profession, and discusses the requirements for advanced degrees (MS, Ph.D.). Restricted to psychology majors. One credit hour.
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