Covers a wide range of quantitative methods used in policy research and their applications. Topics may include decision-making under uncertainty, fundamentals of microeconomics, mathematics of economic efficiency, cost-benefit analysis, system optimization, budgeting, fundamentals or probability, risk assessment, risk perception, risk communication, and decision analysis. Includes practical exercises, as well as readings and discussion, of various strengths and weaknesses of the different methods.
Different topics are offered and, in a number of cases, cross-listed with other departments. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours on different topics. Requisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
Studies linear and nonlinear programming, the simplex method, duality, sensitivity, transportation, and network flow problems, some constrained and unconstrained optimization theory, and the Kuhn-Tucker conditions, as time permits. Department enforced prereq., MATH 3130 or MATH 3135 or APPM 3310. Instructor consent required for undergraduates. Same as MATH 4120, APPM 5120. Requisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
Examines the moral status of nonhuman animals, and its implications for the common use of animals as food and experimental subjects for humans. Recommended prereqs., PHIL 3100 and 12 hours philosophy course work. PHIL 4120 and 5120 are the same course. Requisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
Selected topics in Spanish and/or Spanish American literature. May be repeated up to 7 total credit hours. Same as SPAN 7120. Requisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
Surveys principles of genetics of quantitative characteristics. Topics include gene frequencies, effects of mutation, migration, and selection. Also looks at correlations among relatives, heritability, inbreeding, crossbreeding, and selective breeding.
Surveys primate biology, behavior and ecology using a life history approach. Using a comparative approach, this course explores life history as mammals, as primates and as humans by focusing on evolutionary decisions that occur during different life stages. Same as ANTH 4125. Requisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
Explores the colonial era of American history from the pre-Columbian period to the end of the Seven Years' War. Topics include pre-contact Native societies, exploration, European settlement and Native American responses, labor system and the rise of slavery, imperial wars, and the developments in religion, society, politics and culture. Same as HIST 4125. Requisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
Gain fluency in established techniques and styles of master illustrators and painters. Famous illustrations are technically analyzed and copied in this exploration of intent, process, technique and style. Other mediums incorporated include pastels, color pencils, pen and ink and gouache. Painting supplies must be supplied by the student. Same as THTR 4125.
Traces the development of the United States as a superpower. Details American power and diplomacy in World War II and the rise of the national security state in the Cold War. Explores the Korean, Vietnam and Persian Gulf Wars, and the era of modern-day globalization. Same as HIST 4126. Requisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
Develops understanding of the ballet canon through practice of major solos from Romantic, Classical, and Neo-Classical ballets. For the advanced classical ballet student. Enrollment by audition only. May be repeated up to 2 total credit hours. Meets with DNCE 4128. Requisites: Restricted to Dance (DNCE) graduate students only.
Introduces major topics and themes in Asian history. Analyzes readings relating to topics such as imperialism, cultural agency, gender, race, nationalism, decolonization, and revolution. May be repeatable for up to 6 total credits hours provided the topics vary. Requisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
Survey of Chinese literature from the tenth to the nineteenth century, with readings in primary and secondary sources. Focuses on the major literary works, genres, figures, and movements of the Song through the Qing dynasties. Requisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
Treats various topics and genres, as needs and resources dictate. Gives special attention to theoretical and critical analysis of Hispanic literature with greatest emphasis on contemporary trends. Genres might include narrative, poetry, and theatre. May be repeated up to 7 total credit hours. Same as SPAN 7130. Requisites: Restricted to graduate students only.
Core graduate course on affective science and fulfills APA Cognitive and Affective Aspects of Behavior Requirement. Introduces students to a diverse array of theoretical and empirical issues related to the study of human emotion. Evolutionary theories of emotions; cognitive and behavioral aspects of emotion; neurobiological mechanisms; development of emotion; and psychopathology and emotion. Requisites: Restricted to Psychology (PSYC) graduate students only.
