PE 6013. Principles of Physical Education. Prerequisites: PE 2523, PE 4103, and three credit hours of physical education pedagogy methodology, or approval by department head. Basic principles of physical education and their application to the physical education program. Major schools of philosophical thought, leaders, and forces affecting past and present development of physical education.

PE 6023. Curriculum Development in Physical Education. Prerequisite: three credit hours of pedagogy methodology or approval by department head. A comprehensive study of curriculum development in physical education.

PE 6033. Exercise Physiology. Prerequisites: PE 4033, PE 2653, and PE 3663 or approval of department head. A study of the physiological changes in the human organism which accompany physical exercise and the implication of the changes for physical education.

PE 6043. Psychology of Motor Learning. Prerequisites: PE 2653 and PE 3663, or approval by department head. Provides an understanding of psychological principles involved in motor performance.

PE 6053. Biomechanics. Prerequisites: PE 2653, PE 3663, algebra or general mathematics, and physical science or physics, or approval by department head. The application of physics as it relates to human movement. Specific emphasis will be made on the mechanics and common injuries involved with selected sport or work related movements.

PE 6073. Exercise and Sport Behavior. Prerequisites: PE 4513 or approval by department head. The course provides an in-depth view of the psychological aspects of human behavior in sport and exercise settings.

PE 6083. Research Design and Statistics in Physical Education. Prerequisites: PE 4523 or approval by department head. Designed to familiarize the student with research literature, techniques, and statistical procedures used in physical education today.

PE 6881-3. Workshop. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour.

PE 6891-4. Independent Study. Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. The selected topic may not constitute any duplication of study leading to the accomplishment of a thesis.

PE 6993. Thesis Research. Directed research on a thesis topic selected by the student in consultation with a supervising professor.

PHSC (BIOL) 5003. History and Philosophy of Science. A course in the historical development and philosophical basis of modern science. May not be taken for credit after completion of PHSC (BIOL) 4003 or equivalent.

PHSC 6023. Concepts of Mining and Minerals Technology. Topics to be covered include geology of the mineral producing regions, Arkansas minerals, aspects of mineral economics, mining techniques, operations and equipment, mineral processing and use of minerals, mining law, mining health and safety, mine land reclamation, and the needs for mineral research. $5 laboratory fee.

PHSC (BIOL, LA) 6813. Science, Technology, and Human Values. Prerequisite: Bachelor's degree in one of the physical sciences. (Note: Those lacking such degree should enroll in LA 6813). An interdisciplinary introduction to the role of science and technology in shaping world views and addressing societal problems. Team taught by scientists and humanists.

PHSC 6881-3. Workshop. Prerequisite: EDFD 6003 or permission of instructor. The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour.

PHYS 6054. Concepts of Physics. Prerequisite: Eight hours of physics or consent of instructor. A study of mechanics, simple machines, heat, sound, wave motion, electricity, magnetism, light, and modern physics. Special emphasis will be placed on those aspects of lecture and laboratory most germane to the teaching of science in grades 7-12. The course will consist of lecture, laboratory demonstrations, and laboratory exercises that can be done using equipment available in most area high schools. $5 laboratory fee.

POLS 5103. Environmental Politics. Prerequisite: POLS 2013 recommended. An examination of environmental issues from a policy perspective. Although scientific questions are involved, emphasis is on the political process of environmental issues. Topics discussed include the actors, their power, limits to their power, and their impact on the environmental policy process. May not be taken for credit after completion of POLS 4103 or equivalent.

POLS 5403. Current Issues in Global Politics. Prerequisites: POLS 2013, POLS 3413 recommended. Contemporary issues in global politics studied through participation in ICONS, an international intercollegiate computer simulation network. One country (past countries include Sweden and the United Kingdom) will be studied in depth as a vantage point from which to assess global affairs. May not be taken for credit after completion of POLS 4403 or equivalent.

POLS (HIST) 5981-3. Social Sciences Seminar. A directed seminar in an area of social sciences. The specific focus will depend upon research under way, community or student need, and the unique educational opportunity available. The course may be repeated for credit if course content changes.

POLS 6003. Seminar in Recent American National, State, and Local Government. An investigation of selected governmental trends and problems in the contemporary United States with analysis of their social and economic ramifications.

POLS 6403. Seminar in Contemporary Foreign Policy and International Politics. Selected topics on the principles of international politics and/or the contemporary foreign policies of various major powers in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

POLS 6891-4. Independent Study. Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. The selected topic may not constitute any duplication of study leading to the accomplishment of a thesis.

PSY 6013. Psychology of Grief and Loss. Bereavement, grief and mourning as found in the current literature will be explored in depth utilizing a seminar approach. These concepts will also be applied to the study of loss in other areas.

PSY 6043. Brain, Mind, and Behavior. Designed for students with a limited background in biology and psychology. This course first examines the basic structure and function of the human brain. The mechanisms by which brain processes result in normal behavior and experience; how these processes change with development and aging; and how they participate in various neuropsychiatric disorders will be explored.

PSY 6053. Genetics, Evolution, and Society. Designed for students with a limited background in biology and behavioral sciences. Genetic and environmental contributions to various dimensions of personal functioning and social problems will be examined. These will include such areas as cognitive ability, personality, psycho pathology, crime and drug abuse.

PSY 6881-3. Workshop. Prerequisite: EDFD 6003 or permission of instructor. The workshop will require the equivalency of fifteen clock hours of instruction per credit hour.

PSY 6891-4. Independent Study. Open to graduate students who wish to pursue individual study or investigation of some facet of knowledge which complements the purpose of the University's graduate program. Students will be required to plan their studies and prepare formal written reports of their findings. The selected topic may not constitute any duplication of study leading to the accomplishment of a thesis.