PSYCHOLOGY COURSES (PSY)

203 Educational Psychology (3) S. Application of the basic principles of perception, motivation, learning, personality, intelligence, developmental psychology, and social psychology to the classroom situation. May not be applied to General Education Requirements (Sciences).

206 Introductory Psychology (3) F, S, SU. Survey of the biological, experimental (including sensory processes, learning, memory, and motivation), social, personality, and developmental processes. In addition to these content areas, an understanding of scientific methodology will be studied.

216 Introductory Psychology Laboratory (1:3) (Prerequisite/Corequisite: 206) F, S. The main focus will include hands-on experiences with scientific methodology used in psychology including observation of phenomenon, data collection, data analysis, critical analysis of findings, and report writing.

220 Careers in Psychology (1:1) F, S. Provides general knowledge concerning careers that may be pursued in Psychology. Topics include strategies in making career decisions, how to apply to graduate schools and how to seek bachelor's level jobs. Entry-level evaluation of the major will occur. May not be applied to satisfy the General Education Requirements (Sciences).

230 Psychology of Family Life (3) (Prerequisite: 206 or permission of department) F, SU. Application of principles and concepts from clinical, developmental, educational, social, health, learning, motivation, and cognitive psychology to the biopsychosocial challenges of marriage and family life. May not be applied toward the Psychology major.

300 Leadership and Group Dynamics (3) (Prerequisite: 206 or Sociology 201) (Same as Sociology 360) F, S, SU. Designed to provide the student with the main theoretical constructs concerning leadership and to introduce him/her to the leadership process. Emphasis is placed on the dynamics of the interaction of the group. May not be applied to satisfy the General Education Requirements (Sciences).

302 Quantitative and Psychometric Methods (3) (Prerequisite: 206, 216, Mathematics 114, Computer Science 150 or permission of department) F, S, SU. Survey of psychometric theory of correlational analysis, norms, reliability, validity and item analysis. Topics also discussed will include fundamental descriptive statistics and an introduction to inferential statistical analysis.

303 Research Methodology (3:2-2) (Prerequisite: 302) F, S, SU. Introduction to the experimental method in the study of behavior, with laboratory exercises to provide practical knowledge and skill in experimental design and technical writing. Advanced inferential statistics.

304 Brain and Behavior (3) (Prerequisite: 206, Biology 105) F. Study of the role of the nervous system in the generation of behavior, feelings, and thoughts. Attention will be given to methodologies used by neuroscientists-particularly physiological psychologists-to study the nervous system and behavior. Primary emphasis will be on the role of neuronal activity in "normal" behavior; however, problems (e.g. addiction, amnesia, mental illness) will be studied as examples of some products of a malfunctioning nervous system.

310 The Psychological Focus (3) (Prerequisite: 206) F, S, or SU. In-depth study of an area of interest within psychology, including literature review and consideration of the relevant applications to contemporary society. May be taken twice with departmental approval.

311 Sport Psychology (3) (Prerequisite: 206 or permission of department) S. Introduction to the field of sport psychology emphasizing the application of basic principles of psychology to the understanding of and competitive effectiveness in various sports. Topics addressed may include the warm-up phase of sport, relaxation and concentration, confidence building, visualization, analytical thinking, stress management, motivation and pressure, effective practice techniques, and the interaction of personality with sport. Teaching methods may include lecture and discussion, as well as student research and experiential exercises in sport psychology.

314 Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine (3) (Prerequisite: 206) F. Introduction to the affective, behavioral, and cognitive aspects of health and illness. Topics include such issues as lifestyle change, stress management, and chronic pain, as well as a survey of specific physical diseases which are known to involve a dominant psychological component.

315 Child Behavior: Growth and Development (3) F, S, SU. Study of heredity and environment; maturation, intelligence, achievement; classical conditioning; operant conditioning and language acquisition; anxiety; and methodological advances in child psychology. May not be applied to General Education Requirements (Sciences).

316 Adolescent Behavior: Growth and Development (3) F, S, SU. Study of the adolescent today; his/her intellectual behavior; attitudes, and values toward sex, the family, school, peers, delinquency, drugs, activism, work, and his/her personality. May not be applied to General Education Requirements (Sciences). May not be applied toward the Psychology major.

Psychology 317, Applied Behavior Analysis (3) (Prerequisite: 206) F. Overview of current research in experimental and applied behavior analysis directed toward the understanding of simple and complex animal and human behavior. Review of applications of behavior analysis in such applied areas as parenting, education, and psychological treatment of disabilities and disorders.

319 Social Psychology (3) (Prerequisite: 206) F, S. An overview of classic and contemporary research in social psychology. A wide range of topics will be covered that relate to everyday social life drawn from the areas of attitudes and persuasion, social cognition and self-processes and interpersonal relationships.

321 Learning and Cognition (4:3-3) (Prerequisite: 303) F, S, or SU. Provides students with hands-on laboratory experience in the area of learning and cognition. Topics include data design, data collection, data interpretation, and APA-style reports on instrumental and classical conditioning, perception, attention, memory, thinking, and language.

322 Sensation and Perception (4:3-3) (Prerequisite: 303) F, S, or SU. Study of sensory and perceptual processes in humans. Coincident with the presentation of the topics will be a discussion and evaluation of classical (psychophysics) and contemporary (decision analysis) methodological strategies used in research.

323 Motivation and Emotion (4:3-3) (Prerequisite: 303) F, S, or SU. Survey of current perspectives of emotion and motivation theory and research. Basic nature of emotion and its functions will be covered. Both primary and secondary motivational systems are covered. The laboratory provides students with hands-on laboratory experience in the area of motivation and emotion. Topics include research design, data collection, data analysis, data interpretation, and APA-style reports on motivation and emotion research.

325 Abnormal Psychology (3) (Prerequisite: 206 or permission of department) F, S, or SU. Historical survey of various forms of mental illness and maladjustment, including mental deficiency and anti-social behavior. Specialized methods of therapy, research, and theoretical concerns are emphasized.

326 Theories of Personality (3) (Prerequisite: 206) F, S, or SU. Survey of biological, intrapersonal, and social theories of personality. Evaluation of research methodology and assessment techniques as they relate to theories is reviewed.

334 Life Span Development (3) (Prerequisite: 206) F, S, or SU. Survey of major theories of development across the life span. Includes physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and moral aspects of development and issues presented in a developmental context. Research methods and empirical results of significant studies are covered.

390 Psychological Testing (3) (Prerequisite: 206) F. A review of psychometric principles and a survey of tests dealing with intelligence, special aptitudes, personality, and attitudes.

470 Senior Research (3) (Prerequisite: Senior standing and one Experimental Core course) F, S, or SU. Directed psychological research under the supervision of faculty member. Research content will vary depending upon faculty and student's research interests. All individual research is reviewed by a faculty committee.

496 Senior Project (3) (Prerequisite: Senior standing and one Experimental Core course) F or S. Students with faculty supervision will develop a project that will require integrative use of psychological concepts. The project will result in a written summary documenting the student's understanding of the psychological concepts employed.

497 Special Studies (3), (2), or (1) (Prerequisite: permission of department) F or S. Open only to juniors and seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher in their major courses. A maximum of 3 semester hours may be earned. All individual research projects are reviewed by three faculty members from two different disciplines.

498 Academic Internship in Psychology (3) (Prerequisite: Senior standing and one Individual Differences Core course) F, S. Directed psychology internship in various settings. Course content will depend on internship site. Students will be expected to relate internship experiences to the psychological literature.

499 Senior Seminar (3) (Prerequisite: Semester of graduation or permission of department) F, S, or SU. Course integrates various content areas around major psychological themes. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, writing and oral expression. Evaluation of core knowledge and skills of the major will occur.

501 Biological Basis of Behavior (3) F. Survey of basic neuroanatomy and physiology of the nervous system. Emphasis on ways in which the environment affects behavior via the nervous system. Current research relevant to biological basis of behavior is reviewed. With written departmental approval, seniors may take courses numbered 500-599 for either undergraduate or graduate credit. Designation of credit as undergraduate or graduate must be made at registration. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors may not take 500-level courses.

530 Interviewing and Case Formulation (3) F. Examination of fundamental skills used in the helping interview with emphasis on assessment and case conceptualization models, case report writing, and basic counseling strategies. Particular attention toward ethical and professional issues. With written departmental approval, seniors may take courses numbered 500-599 for either undergraduate or graduate credit. Designation of credit as undergraduate or graduate must be made at registration. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors may not take 500-level courses. Students must be concurrently enrolled Psychology 600C, Psychological Intervention Practicum

531 Psychological Assessment: Intelligence, Abilities, and Achievement (3) F, S. Review of measurement statistics, psychometric theory and examination of frequently used intelligence, ability, adaptive behavior, and achievement tests. Skill development in test administration, scoring and interpretation of test results and psychological report writing. Examination of cultural diversity, ethical issues, and emerging technology in psychological assessment. With written departmental approval, seniors may take courses numbered 500-599 for either undergraduate or graduate credit. Designation of credit as undergraduate or graduate must be made at registration. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors may not take 500-level courses. Students must be concurrently enrolled in Psychology 600B, Psychological Assessment Practicum.

536 Behavioral Assessment and Intervention (3) S. Review of functional behavioral assessment procedures and behavioral intervention strategies, especially manipulation of antecedent conditions and contingency management; program evaluation using single case research designs; computerized expert systems and data analysis; statute, case law and ethical issues involved with behavioral intervention. Special emphasis on behavioral intervention with children and adolescents in the school setting. Coverage of direct intervention and indirect intervention through consultation with parents, teachers, and paraprofessionals. With written departmental approval, seniors may take courses numbered 500-599 for either undergraduate or graduate credit. Designation of credit as undergraduate or graduate must be made at registration. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors may not take 500-level courses. Students must be concurrently enrolled in Psychology 600C, Psychological Intervention Practicum.

545 Prevention of Substance Abuse (3) F. An overview of the prevention field emphasizing current models and community strategies. Included would be environmental, regulatory approaches as well as discussion of public policy issues, systems level. With written departmental approval, seniors may take courses numbered 500-599 for either undergraduate or graduate credit. Designation of credit as undergraduate or graduate must be made at registration. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors may not take 500-level courses.

599 Psychology of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (3) SU. Critical analysis of the current literature in assessment, diagnosis, learning characteristics, and social and emotional adjustment of individuals with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities. Review of educating and training, school and community programs, current legislation, and regulations. With written departmental approval, seniors may take courses numbered 500-599 for either undergraduate or graduate credit. Designation of credit as undergraduate or graduate must be made at registration. Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors may not take 500-level courses.

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