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• POL 156: Modern Political Systems

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  An introduction to how different governments throughout the world operate. Democratic and authoritarian systems are examined to observe how they respond to the demands of their citizens and how decisions are made. Emphasis on Great Britain, the former USSR, China and Japan with additional examples from the "developing world."
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• POL 200: Constitutional Powers & Civil Liberties

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  A study of the development of the American system of government, from the theories and factors involved in creating our Constitution, to the powers of government granted under it. The development of individual rights and liberties as guaranteed by the Constitution will be examined with reference to the interpretation of the Constitution and Bill of Rights by the U.S. Supreme Court.
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• POL 220: Research Methods in the Social Sciences

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  An introduction to basic social science methods of research and analysis will be presented. Examination will be conducted of various research techniques, data collection strategies, and analytical tools. Research procedures and statistical techniques are identified. Problem solving by research and identification of contemporary criminal justice research sources will be investigated. Prerequisite(s): CPT 150
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• POL 255: American State and Local Government

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  Examines the principles and practice of government and politics in our state and communities in the light of federalism. Particular emphasis is placed on state practice and local government in Pennsylvania.
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• POL 256: International Relations

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  Examines contemporary international controversies and problems in relation to the major forces that shape the policies of nations. Attention is given to the state system, instruments of policy, regionalism, the factors of power and international organizations
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• PSY 160: General Psychology

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  General Psychology is an introduction to the study of human behavior. Psychology is presented as both a biological and a social science. Facts, principles, processes, theories and research are explored in the course of study. The course will include the application of the scientific method, analysis of human behavior and synthesis of the components and causation of human behavior.
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• PSY 161: Human Growth and Development

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  Using a developmental lifespan approach to human development, this course focuses on biological, cognitive and social domains of development and their interplay. Emphasis is on the importance of maintaining an ecological perspective. Major theories of human development at all stages of the lifespan are discussed. Prerequisite(s): PSY 160
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• PSY 163: Physiologic Psychology

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  This course explores the relationship between neuroscience and psychology, offering a comprehensive look at the brain and its corollary behavior. Also included in the course are brain anatomy, normal functions, and examples of representative pathology in the various spheres of brain functioning. Prerequisite(s): PSY 160
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• PSY 165: Educational Psychology

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  This course presents cognitive, behavioral, and affective theories of development and their relevance in academic settings. Emphasis is on the importance of understanding multicultural and humanistic issues to maximize academic development. Exceptional populations and non-traditional testing techniques and alternate methods of student and teacher evaluation will be discussed, including their strengths and weaknesses in academic settings. Prerequisite(s): PSY 160
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• PSY 167: Death and Dying

  3.00 Credits

  Westmoreland County Community College

  
  This reading/writing course on death and dying covers four major perspectives: changing meanings of death and dying, the experience of death, survivors of death and dilemmas of death. Death and dying cannot be separated from life and living. We should learn the facts of death to better understand and improve our lives. We must study death as scientifically trained, self-aware, compassionate human beings.
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