2012-2013 Brenau University Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2012-2013 Brenau University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Project Management

  
  • PM 730 - Leadership of Project Teams

    (3)
    This course is devoted to studying the development and management of the project team. Concepts of small group dynamics involved in developing, managing, and terminating teams are studied. Issues of leadership, motivation, power and influence, conflict management, change management, risk management, communications, negotiation and the management of uncertainty are studied and integrated with the process of team building. Prerequisite(s): PM 620
  
  • PM 740 - Project Planning and Control Techniques

    (3)
    This course is devoted to the project planning and control process. Development of measurable project objectives is covered as well as work breakdown structure, sequencing of project activities, development of time and cost estimates, and creation of the project action plan and budget. Student teams will build a detailed plan for a small project using project management software (Microsoft Project). Prerequisite(s): PM 620
  
  • PM 750 - Strategic Issues: The Project Office

    (3)
    This course examines the strategic relationship between project management and the rest of the organization. The Project Management Office (PMO) is the functional department created to manage a large number of projects for the long-term benefit of the organization. Course examines strategic issues surrounding allocating resources, developing policies and systems needed to implement a large number of projects and assuring projects achieve stated goals. Prerequisite(s): PM 620, PM 730, MG 740, PM 740

Psychology

  
  • PY 101 - Introduction to Psychology *

    (3)
    The basic principles and concepts of psychology as a science of human behavior are presented, as well as a historical perspective of the field emphasizing major theoretical contributions. This course is a prerequisite for all courses in the major.
  
  • PY 101L - Introduction to Psychology Lab *

    (1)
    This is the laboratory course associated with PY 101. The course involves a hands-on learning experience that reinforces for students the content and concepts presented in the PY 101 class. The lab is required of psychology majors; it is optional for those students who are not psychology majors and who are not using PY 101 to meet a lab science requirement. The lab must be taken the same semester as the class.
  
  • PY 102 - Personal and Social Awareness *

    (3)
    This course is aimed at providing a didactic and experiential opportunity for students to develop knowledge and ability in the areas of self and social awareness. Topics include taking responsibility for oneself, development of personal identity and life-long learning strategies, and considering attitudes towards health in the areas of physical function, relationships and family, work, finances and spiritual traditions. The course addresses both the cognitive and affective aspects of learning with an emphasis on critical thinking, specifically with respect to discerning implication and application of newly acquired learning.
  
  • PY 202 - Survey of Human Growth and Development

    (3)
    The principles related to growth and development from birth to death. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
  
  • PY 203 - Human Sexuality *

    (3)
    The medical, biological, psychological, sociological aspects of human sexuality.
  
  • PY 215 - Psychology of the Workplace

    (3)
    This course is an overview of the field of industrial/organizational psychology. This includes the study of psychological methods to increase organizational effectiveness and employee wellbeing. Specific topics would normally include theories in and application of work motivation, leadership, personnel psychology, personalities at work, human factors an ergonomics, job stress, and diversity.
  
  • PY 250 - Stress Management

    (3)
    This course explores stress, its origins and its relationship to physiological, behavioral and emotional reactions. The impact of unmanaged stress is studied and stress-reduction methods are practiced. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
  
  • PY 290 - Death, Dying and Loss

    (3)
    The study of death and dying centers around issues that are rooted in the human experience. This course will explore the psychological and behavioral aspects of death and dying. Through readings, discussion, media presentations, fieldwork, and case studies, students will gain knowledge and understanding of psychosocial issues surrounding reactions to death and behavior patterns. These include coping with recent or impending death, attitudes toward death and dying, the fear of death, and children’s response to death. Cultural issues, healthcare and legal issues will also be included.
  
  • PY 301 - Research Methods

    (3)
    Research methods and designs used in psychological and health care research will be examined. Emphasis will be placed on the design and refinement of workable quantitatively based individual research projects. This course will provide the student with the opportunity to learn the basic principles of research. Upon completion of the course, the student will be a more enlightened consumer of research and should be able to prepare a research project. Prerequisite(s): MS 205
  
  • PY 301L - Research Methods Lab

    (1)
    This is the laboratory course associated with PY 301, and it is required of all students taking PY 301. The course involves the use of the statistical software SPSS or SAS. Students learn to set up data sets, carry out descriptive and inferential statistical analyses on data sets, and create graphs appropriate for the data being used.
  
  • PY 306 - Psychology of Learning

    (3)
    An in-depth study of the history and current state of learning principles in psychology, including learning-related processes such as perception, memory, attention, and conditioning as well as practical applications of these principles to behavior modification. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
  
  • PY 309 - Abnormal Psychology

    (3)
    A review of the psychogenic and biological dynamics and treatments of abnormal behaviors. Emphasis on current DSM classifications. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
  
  • PY 310 - Psychology of Women

    (3)
    A study of the distinctive characteristics of women’s psychological development and experience with an overview of women’s roles across various cultures. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
  
  • PY 316 - Crisis Intervention

    (3)
    An in-depth study of the nature of crisis and a theory of intervention covering both maturational and situational crisis for individuals and the family.
  
  • PY 317 - Theories of Personality

    (3)
    An in-depth study of the major theories of personality including psychodynamic, humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and trait theories. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
  
  • PY 380 - Child Maltreatment and Advocacy

    (3)
    This course covers the history, comparative perspectives, the legal framework, responses to child maltreatment, the skills necessary to do the work, other pertinent issues pertaining to child maltreatment and child advocacy, and the future. The field of child maltreatment is fraught with controversy. Much of the class focuses on these controversies. The approach of the course will be from a variety of diverse, professional perspectives. The course is designed for students majoring in conflict resolution and legal studies, eduation, psychology, nursing, occupational therapy, or other areas where knowledge of child maltreatment and advocating for children might be necessary. Much of the work will be hands-on.
  
  • PY 405 - History and Systems of Psychology

    (3)
    A survey of the history of psychology covering antecedents of current psychological concepts through related disciplines, emergence of psychology as a science, and contributions of various ideological movements to psychology. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
  
  • PY 408 - Counseling and Therapy

    (3)
    A presentation of the roles, attitudes and necessary skills for beginning helping professionals. A review and exploration of the theories of counseling and psychotherapy followed by practical applications. Prerequisite(s): PY 317
  
  • PY 411 - Social Psychology

    (3)
    The attitudes and behavior of social groups from the psychological viewpoint with emphasis on the individual as an interacting member of social groups. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
  
  • PY 412 - Psychology Seminar

    (3)
    Seminar-oriented study in a topic psychological interest; limited to juniors and seniors.
  
  • PY 415 - Physiological Psychology

    (3)
    This course is required for the psychology major and is designed to provide the student with an in depth study of cognition, sensation, perception, motivation and learning. The laboratory component allows the student to manipulate data using interactive software. Prerequisite(s): PY 101
  
  • PY 420 - Psychology of Cultural Differences

    (3)
    An in depth exploration of issues related to cultural diversity including ethnocentricity, cross cultural communication, the origins of prejudice, the psychology of oppression, and the psychological significance of cultural identity. Prerequisite(s): PY 101 or SY 101
  
  • PY 430 - Psychology of Aging

    (3)
    The purpose of this upper division course is to provide an orientation to the aging process in adulthood and later life. Students will develop a working understanding of adult development and aging in theory, research, and practice. Course will be experiential with opportunity provided to demonstrate how these concepts can be applied to understanding and helping older adults along various disciplines. Cultural diversity issues will be presented and discussed.
  
  • PY 480 - Field Experience - Psychology

    (3)
    This course for graduating psychology seniors is required for graduation. It involves applied supervisied experience at an approved school or community setting along with a review, integration, and application of material learned throughout the student’s time as a Psychology major. A placement at an approved site is required for participation in this course. Placements shouldbe in place onthe first day of class. Students should work with the course instructor the semester before the course to secure a placement in a timely manner. Prerequisite(s): PY 101, PY 202
  
  • PY 481 - Applied Research

    (3)
    Designed to help students apply research skills through participation in ongoing research in the field of psychology. Opportunities will include some or all of the following research skills: literature searches; planning of outcome research protocols; participation in actual programs in the community for which outcome research is being done; collective data; data entry; data analysis; and involvement in writing/designing poster presentations and articles for publication. Prerequisite(s): PY 101, PY 202
  
  • PY 482 - Applied Psychology Teaching Experience

    (3)
    Based on the adage “To Teach is To Learn Twice”, this courses is designed to prepare psychology students who are graduate school bound to develop basic teaching assistantship skills through participation in class management, class structure, teaching methodology and instruction. During the teaching experience, students will be able to apply psychological principles to the teaching-learning process while both revisiting and reviewing a certain topic within psychology and developing a basis for future teaching experiences and assistantships. Prerequisite(s): PY 101, PY 202
  
  • PY 483 - Advanced Special Topics

    (3)
    Designed to give advanced junior and senior psychology students an opportunity to pursue a special topic of interest in more depth within the field of Psychology. This course would be an excellent companion to accompany and undergraduate research thesis in psychology.
  
  • PY 601 - Research Methodology and Evaluation

    (3)
    Overview of research methods and designs used in social sciences and organizational research including common experimental, quasi-experimental, and correlational designs. Upon completion of this course, the student will be a more enlightened consumer of research and should be able to prepare an independent research project. Prerequisite(s): PY 301
  
  • PY 602 - Human Growth and Development

    (3)
    The principles related to human growth and development from conception to death are studied. The areas of physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and moral development are included. Emphasis is given to the most widely held theories and research in lifespan development. Both normal and abnormal development are examined.
  
  • PY 607 - Acquired/Learned Bases of Behavior

    (3)
    This course is an in-depth study of the historical and contemporary learning theories, including an application of these principles to the typical issues of learning, teaching, behavior modification, and counseling.
  
  • PY 612 - Psychopathology

    (3)
    This course will provide an overview of the DSM-IV-TR diagnostic system, an evaluation of the pros and cons associated with diagnostic system, and an introduction to alternative methods of diagnosis. The course is designed to train students to recognize and diagnose psychological disorders. Students will also be expected to become familiar with evolving information about the disorders, including differential diagnostic information, comorbidity rates, and issues related to the development and treatment of the various disorders across the lifespan. Prerequisite(s): PY 309
  
  • PY 617 - Theories of Psychotherapy/Individual Bases of Behavior

    (3)
    Review of several theoretical approaches to psychotherapy with special emphasis on applications and critical evaluation. Specific issues in psychotherapy theory formulation and evaluation will also be discussed.
  
  • PY 620 - Social & Cultural Foundations/Bases of Behavior

    (3)
    A study of the ways in which the social and cultural differences influence psychological functioning and social behavior at individual, interpersonal, and systemic levels. This includes the cultural context of relationships as well as issues and trends in a multicultural and diverse society related to such factors as culture, ethnicity, nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation, mental and physical characteristics, education, family values, religious and spiritual values, socioeconomic status and unique characteristics of individuals, couples, families, ethnic groups, and communities.
  
  • PY 650 - Professional Development

    (1)
    This 3-class ongoing course (1 credit hour per class for total of 3 credit hours) emphasizes issues relevant for professional development of the clinical counseling therapist. Emphasis will be placed on skills necessary for practice including setting up a practice or working for a mental health organization, caseload management, professional credentialing requirements, charting, professional writing and presenting. Topics such as professional relationships, balancing work/career, technological competency/literacy, professional organizations, and advocacy processes for a variety of clientele will also be discussed. In addition, current topics relevant to the clinical counseling therapist will be discussed such as prescription privilege, updates in APA guidelines or DSM changes, and the role of therapist as a health care professional working in a team setting.
  
  • PY 651 - Professional Development

    (1)
    This 3-class ongoing course (1 credit hour per class for total of 3 credit hours) emphasizes issues relevant for professional development of the clinical counseling therapist. Emphasis will be placed on skills necessary for practice including setting up a practice or working for a mental health organization, caseload management, professional credentialing requirements, charting, professional writing and presenting. Topics such as professional relationships, balancing work/career, technological competency/literacy, professional organizations, and advocacy processes for a variety of clientele will also be discussed. In addition, current topics relevant to the clinical counseling therapist will be discussed such as prescription privilege, updates in APA guidelines or DSM changes, and the role of therapist as a health care professional working in a team setting.
  
  • PY 660 - Advanced Special Topics

    (1 to 3)
    This course is designed to give psychology graduate students a chance to pursue a special topics of interest in more depth within the field of clinical counseling psychology. This course would be an excellent companion to accompany the research thesis in psychology masters program.
  
  • PY 680 - Thesis Preparation

    (1)
    This course is designed to supplement thesis work during the completion of the masters degree in clinical counseling psychology.
  
  • PY 681 - Thesis I

    (2)
    This course is designed to support thesis work during the completion of the masters degree in clinical counseling psychology. Prerequisite(s): PY 601
  
  • PY 682 - Thesis II

    (2)
    This is the second thesis course that is designed to provide ongoing support for the student as he/she completes his/her thesis. This course can be registered for repeatedly until the student orally defends the thesis, makes required revisions, and turns in the final thesis for binding. Prerequisite(s): PY 601
  
  • PY 700 - Ethics and Professional Orientation

    (3)
    This course emphasizes the ethical and legal issues inherent in psychology, with emphasis on the development of advanced analytical skills necessary for effective personal and professional responses. Case studies, readings, and seminar discussions are designed to challenge learners to consider the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of persons receiving services, those paying for services, and those providing services. The course will focus on the psychological aspects of ethics and legal issues as they relate to the professional identity of being a master’s level clinical counseling psychologist. The course will review legal and ethical dilemmas and decisions faced in psychological practice, including research, assessment, teaching, therapeutic intervention, consultation, and court testimony. Emphasis will be placed on a review of professional guidelines and the process of ethical decision-making.
  
  • PY 701 - Statistics

    (3)
    This is a 3 hour advanced statistics course. The course reviews statistical concepts and procedures used in research in the behavioral sciences and introduces advanced statistical concepts and procedures. The course is placed towards the end of the sequence of required courses with the intent that students have gathered their thesis data by the time they register for this course. The course, then, will enable the student to learn about various statistical procedures and help the student to determine the most appropriate use of statistical analyses for various types of data, including his/her thesis data. The course is computer intensive in that the student is required to apply the knowledge learned during class time through the analysis and interpretation of data using one of the primary statistical packages for behavioral sciences (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences [SPSS]). Prerequisite(s): PY 601
  
  • PY 703 - Psychotherapy I: The Helping Relationship

    (3)
    This course involves intensive study of the major therapeutic approaches to counseling and psychotherapy. The course will focus on appropriate evaluation of the theories and critical decision-making regarding the application of the various theories in therapeutic practice. Specific case examples will be used to illustrate and practice applications of theory to professional practice. Prerequisite(s): PY 612
  
  • PY 705 - Assessment I: Cognitive Appraisal

    (3)
    This course will provide an overview of various psychometric instruments used in cognitive assessment as well as training in how to appropriately evaluate an instrument. Furthermore, the course will provide training in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of cognitive assessments, with the primary focus on the Wechsler Scales.
  
  • PY 706 - Assessment II: Personality Appraisal

    (3)
    An introduction to the theory, administration, and interpretation of personality assessment instruments, with primary emphasis on the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory. Prerequisite(s): PY 705
  
  • PY 714 - Biological Bases of Behavior

    (3)
    This course integrates principles of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neuropathology as a basis for understanding neurological function, disease, and mental illness.
  
  • PY 720 - Clinical/Counseling Practicum I

    (3)
    Designed to provide students with practical supervised experience in counseling, psychometric assessment, and report writing in approved practicum sites. Students will have on-site supervisors but will also have weekly classroom meetings with the faculty supervisor. This will allow students to receive additional supervision and to share their experiences and learn from one another through presentation of their cases and formalized case conceptualizations. Prerequisite(s): PY 703
  
  • PY 730 - Psychotherapy II: Group Dynamics & Group Counseling

    (3)
    Group development and dynamics and their importance in the therapy process and outcome are examined. Emphasis is given to the application of various psychotherapeutic approaches in the group setting.
  
  • PY 731 - Career Counseling

    (3)
    An introduction to the theories and implementation of the career choice process. Emphasis is placed on the nature and use of educational-occupational information in assisting individuals to explore the world of work and develop meaningful career plans. The course includes lab experiences consisting of administering, scoring, and interpreting career inventories. Students also learn about computer assisted career development including the Georgia Career Information System.
  
  • PY 740 - Clinical/Counseling Practicum II

    (3)
    A more in-depth version of PY 720; designed to provide students with practical supervised experience in individual and group counseling, psychometric assessment, and report writing in approved practicum sites. Students will have on-site supervisors but will also have weekly classroom meetings with the faculty supervisor. This will allow students to receive additional supervision and to share their experiences and learn from one another through presentation of their cases and formalized case conceptualizations. Prerequisite(s): PY 705, PY 720, PY 730
  
  • PY 750 - Professional Development

    (1)
    This 3-class ongoing course (1 credit hour per class for total of 3 credit hours) emphasizes issues relevant for professional development of the clinical counseling therapist. Emphasis will be placed on skills necessary for practice including setting up a practice or working for a mental health organization, caseload management, professional credentialing requirements, charting, professional writing and presenting. Topics such as professional relationships, balancing work/career, technological competency/literacy, professional organizations, and advocacy processes for a variety of clientele will also be discussed. In addition, current topics relevant to the clinical counseling therapist will be discussed such as prescription privilege, updates in APA guidelines or DSM changes, and the role of therapist as a health care professional working in a team setting.
  
  • PY 755 - Clinical Counseling Specialty Practicum

    (3)
    This course is designed to provide students with practical supervised experience in counseling, psychometric assessment, and/or report writing in approved practicum sites related to the chosen specialty area. Students will have on-site supervisors but will also have weekly classroom meetings with the faculty supervisor. This will allow students to receive additional supervision and to share their experiences and learn from one another through presentation of their cases and formalized case conceptualizations.
  
  • PY 760 - Clinical/Counseling Internship

    (3)
    PY 760 is designed as the final practical supervised experience course in counseling, psychometric assessment, and report writing. This is an intensive course involving 500 hours of applied practice work. Students will have on-site supervisors but will also have weekly classroom meetings with a faculty supervisor. This will allow students to receive additional supervision and to share their experiences and learn from one another through presentation of their cases and formalized case conceptualizations. Prerequisite(s): PY 720, PY 740
  
  • PY 799 - Applied Experience

    (3 to 6)
    This course is designed for psychology masters students to fulfill the specialization option requirements. Each experience is tailored to meet the individual student’s needs and interests. The applied experience is for the purpose of fulfilling specialization options within the masters program. It may involve placement in a mental health setting, research experience, shadowing a particular professional, or work in a variety of settings including schools, women’s shelters, orphanages or child development centers. The experience should be negotiated between student and psychology graduate program advisers. The student is required to complete 100 hours during the semester of the applied experience.

Sociology

  
  • SY 101 - Introduction To Sociology *

    (3)
    Basic concepts and principles of sociology as a science of human behavior with emphasis on group behavior.
  
  • SY 150 - Exploring Chinese Culture: A Sociological Perspective *

    (3)
    This course provides a sociological perspective on modern day China by reviewing key elements of China’s culture and history. This course will be taught in a format that combines direct instruction (lecture) with exploration activities of various types.

Spanish

  
  • SH 101 - Elementary Spanish I w/ Lab *

    (3)
    Designed for the student with limited or no previous knowledge of the language. Development of basic conversational, reading, and writing skills. Introduction to the culture of the target language and emphasis on developing sensitivity to and appreciation for cultural differences. Laboratory work required. Note(s) Students may not receive credit for both SH 101 and SH 111.
  
  • SH 102 - Elementary Spanish II w/ Lab *

    (3)
    Continued emphasis on development of skills and cultural awareness begun in SH 101. Laboratory work required. Prerequisite(s): SH 101 (111) Note(s) Students may not receive credit for both SH 102 and SH 112.
  
  • SH 111 - Elem Spanish for Health Care Personnel I w/ Lab *

    (3)
    Learners in this program will become familiar with specialized medical vocabulary and basic Spanish grammar. Note(s) No prior knowledge of Spanish is required. Students may not receive credit for both SH 101 and SH 111.
  
  • SH 112 - Elem Spanish for Health Care Personnel II w/ Lab *

    (3)
    Continued increase in vocabulary and improvement of conversational skills to enhance the quality of care to patients. Prerequisite(s): SH 101 (111) Note(s) Students may not receive credit for both SH 102 and SH 112.
  
  • SH 115 - Applied Spanish (beginner) *

    (3)
    Opportunities for guided study of Spanish at the Elementary level through a study abroad experience approved through the Modern Language faculty. Credit approval must be secured in advance after submission of the course description, language learning goals and objectives, instructional strategies, and evaluation procedures; course may involve significant traditional coursework prior to a short, intensive, one week study abroad experience or may consist of 3 to 4 week programs in a Spanish speaking country. Students will also be evaluated by departmental testing at the end of the experience. Prerequisite(s): SH 101 Note(s) Students who take SH 115 to substitute for the SH 101 level course may request permission to repeat SH 115 one additional time to meet the SH 102 level requirement.
  
  • SH 201 - Intermediate Spanish I w/ Lab *

    (3)
    Continued study of grammar and vocabulary with increases emphasis on writing skills. Special focus on use of past tenses, pronoun objects, and more complex structures. Prerequisite(s): SH 102 (112)
  
  • SH 202 - Intermediate Spanish II w/ Lab *

    (3)
    Continuing focus on expanding knowledge of Spanish vocabulary and students’ ability to use more complex sentence patterns in speaking and writing. Increased emphasis on reading skills. Prerequisite(s): SH 201
  
  • SH 211 - Intermediate Spanish for Healthcare Personnel *

    (3)
    An intermediate-level Spanish language program for student and practicing health professionals, useful in a variety of instructional settings, from traditional residential courses to distance learning. Prerequisite(s): SH 102 (112)
  
  • SH 215 - Applied Spanish (intermediate) *

    (3)
    Opportunities for guided study of Spanish at the intermediate level through a study abroad, service learning or internship experience. Credit approval must be secured in advance through the Department of Humanities after submission of the course description, language learning goals and objectives, instructional strategies, and evaluation procedures. Students will also be evaluated by departmental testing at the end of the experience. Prerequisite(s): SH 102 Note(s) May be repeated for credit one time.
  
  • SH 250 - Introduction to Hispanic Literature w/ Lab

    (3)
    Taught in Spanish, this course introduces students to the study of literature with emphasis on development of reading skills and techniques for discussing and writing about literature. Prerequisite(s): SH 201 or SH 202
  
  • SH 300 - Directed Independent Study

    (3)
    Opportunities for guided but independent study of some area of special interest to the student. Projects may vary from literature study to structured study of aspects of the foreign culture or study of specific vocabulary for careers. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the department. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.
  
  • SH 301 - Advanced Conversation and Composition w/ Lab *

    (3)
    Review of language structures and vocabulary of particular difficulty to English learners of Spanish. The course emphasizes complex sentence structures and increased fluency in conversation and composition. Prerequisite(s): SH 202
  
  • SH 303 - Hispanic Civilization and Culture *

    (3)
    Taught in Spanish, this course focuses on historical and political events, philosophy, art, music, and cultural practices and values as they are reflected in Hispanic societies. Prerequisite(s): A 200-level course in Spanish or permission of the department. SH 201 or SH 202 or SH 250.
  
  • SH 390 - Special Topics in Spanish w/ Lab *

    (3)
    This course may focus on specific periods or authors in Hispanic literature, on language, history, or culture. A topic will be announced each time the course is offered, and the course may be repeated as topics change. Readings, assignments, and class discussions will be in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): SH 250
  
  • SH 401 - Directed Independent Study in Spanish

    (3)
    Opportunities for guided but independent study of some area of special interest to the student. Projects may vary from advanced study in literature to career-related language study or in-depth study of a particular aspect of Hispanic culture. Note(s) Departmental Approval Required.

Special Education

  
  • SE 202 - Field Experience in Special Education

    (1)
    Students are required to spend a total of three field experiences. The course numbers present a developmental sequence, and students will register for SE 202 first, SE 302 second, and SE 402 last. A full range of chronological ages is also required as placement choices. Placements in P-2 & 3-5; 6 - 8th; and 9 - 12th are required. The placements must also present diverse learner populations (i.e., cultural diversity, rural, and urban). Students enroll for 1 semester hour of field experience each semester for a combined total of 3 semester hours.
  
  • SE 300 - Teaching Learners with Special Needs

    (3)
    Definition of exceptionalities and introduction to children with disabilities in schools. The primary focus of this class is the educator’s role and responsibilities in meeting the needs of students with exceptionalities. The course covers characteristics, legal provisions, and pre-referral procedures, and instructional accommodations.
  
  • SE 302 - Field Experience in Special Education

    (1)
    Students are required to spend a total of three field experiences. The course numbers present a developmental sequence, and students will register for SE 202 first, SE 302 second, and SE 402 last. A full range of chronological ages is also required as placement choices. Placements in P-2 & 3-5; 6 - 8th; and 9 - 12th are required. The placements must also present diverse learner populations (i.e., cultural diversity, rural, and urban). Students enroll for 1 semester hour of field experience each semester for a combined total of 3 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): SE 202
  
  • SE 402 - Field Experience in Special Education

    (1)
    Students are required to spend a total of three field experiences. The course numbers present a developmental sequence, and students will register for SE 202 first, SE 302 second, and SE 402 last. A full range of chronological ages is also required as placement choices. Placements in P-2 & 3-5; 6 - 8th; and 9 - 12th are required. The placements must also present diverse learner populations (i.e., cultural diversity, rural, and urban). Students enroll for 1 semester hour of field experience each semester for a combined total of 3 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): SE 302
  
  • SE 407 - Test & Measurements for Exceptional Children

    (3)
    Overview of testing theory and practice, including observation and measurement techniques. Emphasis on utilizing evaluation results to determine eligibility, support professional diagnosis, and plan and assess interventions.
  
  • SE 408 - Applied Behavioral Analysis

    (3)
    Principles of applied behavior analysis adapted to the educational and behavioral needs of students with disabilities.
  
  • SE 409 - Language Development & Disabilities

    (3)
    Comprehensive overview of typical language and cognitive development, delayed language and communication, assessment and intervention procedures appropriate during the preschool and school years.
  
  • SE 410 - Nature of Mild Disabilities

    (3)
    Comprehensive lifespan overview of the learning, social, emotional and physical characteristics of persons with mild disabilities. History, legislation, early intervention, family involvement and community responses are included. Observations are required in PreK-12 grade settings. Prerequisite(s): SE 300
  
  • SE 411 - Methods and Materials of Mild Disabilities

    (3)
    The study and application of curricula, methods, materials, I.E.P. preparation, classroom organization and management for students (P-12) with mild disabilities. Prerequisite(s): SE 410
  
  • SE 480 - Senior Portfolio Review

    (0)
    Students are required to complete their senior electronic portfolio at the end of student teaching
  
  • SE 493A - Student Teaching Mild Disabilities - Planning & Materials

    (3)
    Experiences in classroom and school setting (10 weeks) under direction of Brenau supervisor, supervising teacher, and other appropriate school personnel. Demonstrated performance of competencies required in teaching is essential for successful completion of experience.
  
  • SE 493B - Student Teaching Mild Disabilities - Classroom Management

    (3)
    Experiences in classroom and school setting (10 weeks) under direction of Brenau supervisor, supervising teacher, and other appropriate school personnel. Demonstrated performance of competencies required in teaching is essential for successful completion of experience.
  
  • SE 493C - Student Teaching Mild Disabilities - Professional Behavior

    (3)
    Experiences in classroom and school setting (10 weeks) under direction of Brenau supervisor, supervising teacher, and other appropriate school personnel. Demonstrated performance of competencies required in teaching is essential for successful completion of experience.
  
  • SE 495A - Internship in Teaching - Special Education

    (3)
    Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements in teaching students with mild disabilities. Students wishing to pursue an internship must be employed on a Georgia Non-renewable Teaching certificate.
  
  • SE 495B - Internship in Teaching - Special Education

    (3)
    Specifically designed as a school experience to meet certification requirements in teaching students with mild disabilities. Students wishing to pursue an internship must be employed on a Georgia Non-renewable Teaching certificate.
  
  • SE 601 - Field Experience in Special Education

    (1)
    Students are required to spend a total of three field experiences. The course numbers present a developmental sequence and students will register for SE 601 1st, SE 602 2nd, and SE 603 last. Placement choices are in grades P-2 & 3-5; 6-8; or 9-12. The placements must present diverse learner populations (i.e., cultural diversity, rural, urban) Students may only enroll for one semester hour of field experience during each semester for a combined total of three semester hours.
  
  • SE 602 - Field Experience in Special Education

    (1)
    Students are required to spend a total of three field experiences. The course numbers present a developmental sequence and students will register for SE 601 1st, SE 602 2nd, and SE 603 last. Placement choices are in grades P-2 & 3-5; 6-8; or 9-12. The placements must present diverse learner populations (i.e., cultural diversity, rural, urban) Students may only enroll for one semester hour of field experience during each semester for a combined total of three semester hours. Prerequisite(s): SE 601
  
  • SE 603 - Field Experience in Special Education

    (1)
    Students are required to spend a total of three field experiences. The course numbers present a developmental sequence and students will register for SE 601 1st, SE 602 2nd, and SE 603 last. Placement choices are in grades P-2 & 3-5; 6-8; or 9-12. The placements must present diverse learner populations (i.e., cultural diversity, rural, urban) Students may only enroll for one semester hour of field experience during each semester for a combined total of three semester hours. Prerequisite(s): SE 602
  
  • SE 604 - Introduction to Special Education

    (3)
    This course provides students with an introduction to the field of special education and the methodologies used to teach students with disabilities in the general education classroom. Broad areas to be covered in this course are areas of exceptionality, major trends and issues in special education with emphases on collaboration and inclusion, service delivery models, roles of general, special class teachers and related professionals.
  
  • SE 605 - Special Education for Classroom Teachers

    (3)
    This course is designed to prepare the educator to effectively teach the range of students found in the typical elementary or middle grade general education classroom. The latest laws and regulations for students with disabilities as well as trends and issues in special education are addressed. Practical strategies for managing classroom behavior, collecting observational data and communicating the results with parents and other professionals, organizing learning environment, and planning accommodations and modification for students with disabilities in the general education classroom are explored.
  
  • SE 607 - Assessment of Learning Potential

    (3)
    Advanced study of assessment with emphasis on interpretation for educational and other decisions.
  
  • SE 608 - Advanced Applied Behavioral Analysis

    (3)
    Applied behavioral analysis is based on the discipline devoted to the understanding and improvement of human behavior. Emphasis is placed on designing procedures to systematically evaluate and intervene with socially important behaviors using single-subject research designs.
  
  • SE 710 - Learners with Mild Disabilities

    (3)
    Cognitive, social, emotional and learning characteristics of learners with high-incident disabilities, incenting learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, and mild intellectual disabilities. Observations are required in PreK-12 settings. Prerequisite(s): SE 300 or SE 605
  
  • SE 711 - Methods and Materials of Mild Disabilities

    (3)
    Study of theories, principles, methods, materials, and evaluative measures designed to meet the individual needs of students with mild disabilities. Prerequisite(s): SE 710
  
  • SE 730A - Student Teaching SE: Planning and Materials

    (3)
    Experience in classroom and school setting (10 weeks) under direction of Brenau supervisor and clinical supervisor. Demonstrated performance of competencies is essential for successful completion of student teaching experience.
  
  • SE 730B - Student Teaching SE: Classroom Procedures

    (3)
    Experience in classroom and school setting (10 weeks) under direction of Brenau supervisor and clinical supervisor. Demonstrated performance of competencies is essential for successful completion of student teaching experience.
  
  • SE 730C - Student Teaching SE: Professional Behavior

    (3)
    Experience in classroom and school setting (10 weeks) under direction of Brenau supervisor and clinical supervisor. Demonstrated performance of competencies is essential for successful completion of student teaching experience.
 

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