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PSY 101 (3 credits)
Introductory Psychology
Introduction to major concepts and findings in psychology with
emphasis on basic processes underlying human behavior. Prerequisite for
all other psychology courses except PSY 306.
PSY 105 (3 credits)
Exploring Psychology
Designed to expose students to the world of psychology both experientially
and through readings. Students identify personal and professional goals
and values. Readings include topics in psychology, tailored to the interest
of the student.
PSY 208 (3 credits)
Human Development across the Life Span
Focuses on physical, cognitive, social, personality and moral
development through life span from infancy to old age. Cross cultural,
gender and minority issues will be integrated when appropriate. Prerequisite:
PSY 101.
PSY 210 (3 credits)
Educational Psychology
Investigates principles and practices related to learning and
variety of factors that affect it. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
PSY 215 (3 credits)
Multicultural Issues in Psychology
Study of the universals of human behavior as well as the differences
brought about by the specific needs, experiences and characteristics
of diverse populations. The course examines communication, understanding
and awareness among culturally different people. This course fulfills
the human diversity graduation requirement. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
PSY 301 (3 credits)
History and Systems in Psychology
Study of the major schools in psychological thought, including
philosophical and medical contributions to modern psychological views.
Prerequisite: PSY 101.
PSY 303 (3 credits)
Psychology of Personality
Study of theoretical approaches to personality structure and
development; contributions taken from psychodynamics, social, behavioral,
trait and phenomenological theorists. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
PSY 306 (3 credits)
Group Dynamics
Examination of forces involved in small group interaction. Small
group work sessions developed.
PSY 308 (3 credits)
The Psychology of Gender
Focuses on research in gender-related differences and gender
development from a variety of perspectives in psychology. Biological,
cognitive, behavioral, and social factors which influence emergence of
an individual’s gender are examined. Special emphasis will be placed
on an analysis of the consequence of stereotypes and gender roles for
individuals, relationships, psychological inquiry, and society as a whole.
This course fulfills the human diversity graduation requirement. Prerequisite:
PSY 101.
PSY 309 (3 credits)
Scientific Methods in Behavioral Science
Provides the essentials for understanding the significance and nature
of scientific methods in the behavioral sciences to enable students to be
critical consumers of research. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
PSY 310 (3 credits)
Experimental Psychology
Introduces students to various scientific techniques and procedures,
emphasizing experimental designs used in psychology. The course focuses
on how to turn theories into concrete and testable notions, evaluate studies,
avoid pitfalls, and remain ethical. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
PSY 314 (3 credits)
Counseling Theories and Techniques
Examination of the dynamics of counseling along with the basic techniques
and various methods utilized in the counseling setting. Prerequisite: PSY
101.
PSY 320 (3 credits)
Research Methods in Psychology
Introduces students to planning, conducting and reporting laboratory,
field and/or library research, by completing a research project in accordance
with recognized principles of scientific and ethical standards. Prerequisites:
MAT 208 or 209; PSY 101.
PSY 330 (3 credits)
Crisis Management in Mental Health Field
Presents applied therapeutic crisis intervention in a way that effectively
describes actual strategies. Endeavors occurring,” enabling them to
experience what a crisis worker experiences.
PSY 340 (3 credits)
Rehabilitation Psychology
Examines the psychological process involved in the recognition,
acceptance, and treatment of an emotional, physical, or cognitive impairment
from the perspective of the individual who experiences the impairment
as well as the professional involved in the rehabilitation process. Topics
will include attitudinal changes, motivation, adjustment, social interactions,
coping skills, competency, independence, and career planning as they
relate to both the consumer of services and the service provider. The
historical, legal, and philosophical background of the rehabilitation
process will be explored. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
PSY 350 (3 credits)
Industrial & Organizational Psychology
Explores application of psychological principles and results
of empirical research to the behavior of individuals in the workplace.
Topics include organizational issues (e.g., work motivation, job attitudes,
leadership, and organizational stress) and industrial issues (e.g., including
employee attraction, selection, placement, performance appraisal and
feedback, and ergonomics). Intrinsic connection between science and practice
is emphasized throughout course. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
PSY 360 (1 credit)
Tutorial in Psychology
Elective for juniors/seniors who have demonstrated competence
in introductory courses in Psychology, and are judged qualified to assist
students, one on one. Permission of departmental faculty required. May
be repeated.
PSY 403 (3 credits)
Psychopathology
Examination of maladaptive behavior. The etiology, clinical
picture and treatment of various syndromes are discussed. Prerequisite:
PSY 101.
PSY 405 (3 credits)
Social Psychology
Explores current research and principles of human social activity
with emphasis on nature of interpersonal behavior. Prerequisite: PSY
101.
PSY 408 (2 credits)
Senior Seminar
Capstone course including readings and discussion of original
literature on selected topics in psychology. Requires periodic seminar
presentations and oral/written reports, as well as the preparation of
a portfolio. Prerequisite: Senior (90 or more credits) psychology majors
only.
PSY 412 (2 credits)
Practicum I
Seniors select a practicum to gain experience in an area of
interest. Prerequisite: Senior (90 or more credits) psychology major;
PSY 101, 314. Co-requisite: PSY 422.
PSY 413 (2 credits)
Practicum II
Seniors select a practicum to gain experience in a second area
of interest. Prerequisite: second semester senior psychology major or
permission of instructor; PSY 101 and 314. Co-requisite: PSY 423.
PSY 422 (2 credits)
Practicum I Seminar
Weekly seminars focus on sharing and evaluating practicum experiences.
Integration of experiential learning with theory is stressed. Ethical
and professional concerns are examined. Prerequisite: Senior psychology
major. Co-requisite: PSY 412.
PSY 423 (2 credits)
Practicum II Seminar
Weekly seminars focus on ethical, clinical and professional
issues. Prerequisite: Senior psychology major. Co-requisite: PSY 413.
PSY 430 (3 credits)
Forensic Psychology
Presents theories and application of psychological knowledge
to the civil and criminal justice system. The content will cover activities
such as courtroom testimony, child custody evaluations, screening of
law enforcement candidates, clinical services to offenders and staff
of correctional facilities, research and theory in area of criminal behavior,
intervention and prevention programs. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
PSY 440 (3 credits)
Sports Psychology
Studies the behavioral, affective and cognitive reactions to
sport settings of both participants and fans. Theories and knowledge
of psychology will be presented in the context of applied, clinical,
educational and experimental sport psychology. It will be discussed how
this specialty of psychology provides services to athletes and coaches
based on psychological principles. Prerequisite: PSY 101. Cross-listed
with SM 440.
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December 12, 2006
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