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PSY 120
(3)
General Psychology.
An introductory survey
of basic principles of behavior; sensation and perception,
conditioning
and learning, memory and language, emotion and motivation,
intelligence, and social
influences on behavior, and other current topics appropriate
to a general understanding of the
broad field of psychology.
Psychology 120 partially satisfies Core Curriculum requirements
in Social Sciences, Area F-2
(1995) and Area E-2 (2005).
Offered every semester.
PSY 121
(3)
Brain and Behavior.
An introduction to
brain function, behavior and mental processes for students
with little or no background in psychology. An overview
of brain structure and function will be followed by examination
of how the brain is involved in sensation and movement, rhythms,
emotions, learning and memory, and psychological disorders.
Offered at departmental
discretion.
PSY 230
(3)
Developmental
Psychology.
Prerequisite:
PSY 120.
A survey of development
across the human life span from conception to death, with
special emphasis on the period of most rapid change prior
to adulthood.
Required for Psychology
majors.
Offered Spring Semester.
PSY 231
(3)
Abnormal Psychology.
Prerequisite: PSY 120.
A survey of historical
and contemporary conceptions of abnormal behavior including
assessment, theoretical perspectives, research, and treatment.
Offered Fall Semester,
even-numbered years.
PSY 232
(3)
Personality.
Prerequisite: PSY 120.
A survey of major theories
and their application to personality assessment and personality
development.
Offered Fall Semester,
even-numbered years.
PSY 236
(3)
Social Psychology.
Prerequisite:
PSY 120 or SOC 101.
A study of the characteristics
of individuals in relation to social groups, focusing
on interpersonal attraction, aggression, conformity, attitude
formation and change, socialization, and small group dynamics.
Psychology 236 and
Sociology 236 are cross-listed. Students may receive credit
for either, but not for both courses.
Psychology 236 and
Sociology 236 can be counted either for the Psychology or
the Sociology major, but not for both.
Offered Fall Semester,
odd-numbered years.
PSY 311
(3)
Tests and Measures.
Prerequisite: PSY 120
or EDU 230.
This course prepares
students in the theory of evaluation and statistical treatment
of psycho-educational testing.
Offered Spring Semester,
odd-numbered years.
PSY 312
(3)
Applied Psychology.
Prerequisite:
PSY 120.
An investigation of
the practical and professional application of psychological
principles, including topics in clinical, forensic and industrial/organizational
psychology. Students will also receive career information
on the graduate training required to prepare for a variety
of applied psychology specialities.
Offered at departmental
discretion.
PSY 321
(3)
Physiological
Psychology.
Prerequisite:
PSY 120.
An investigation into
how the central nervous system works and organizes information
for coherent behavior and thought processes. Injury and pathology
of the central nervous system will also be studied.
Required for Psychology
majors.
Offered Fall Semester.
PSY 322.
(3)
Educational
Psychology.
Prerequisite: PSY
120.
An introduction to the research and practices related to the
process of education from the
perspectives of the professions of education and psychology.
Emphasis will be placed on:
physical, cognitive, moral and psychological development;
learning theory; motivation; the
concept of intelligence and the exceptional child; and the
nature of testing and assessment in
the classroom.
Recommended for those interested in teaching and learning
in any setting.
Offered Spring Semester, odd-numbered years.
PSY 330
(3)
Theories of
Counseling.
Prerequisite:
PSY 120.
This course will expose
students to several major theories of counseling. Students
who are planning careers in psychology, social work, educational
guidance, pastoral counseling, and various areas of health
care should find the contents of this course especially useful.
Offered Fall Semester,
odd-numbered years.
PSY 332
(3)
Introduction
to the Exceptional Child.
Prerequisite: PSY 120
or EDU 230.
An introduction to
atypical or exceptional children in public schools, their
special challenges, and ways their specific needs can be met.
A field experience
requiring student visits to public schools is required for
this course.
Psychology 332 is required
for teacher certification.
Psychology 332 partially
meets Core Curriculum requirements in Social Sciences, Area
F-2
(1995) and Area E-2 (2005).
Offered Spring Semester.
PSY 350
(3)
Theories of
Learning.
Prerequisite: PSY 120.
A study of current
theories of how memory, acquisition of new information, forgetting
and retrieval are understood.
Offered at departmental
discretion.
PSY 401
(3)
History and
Systems.
Prerequisite: PSY 120.
This course will explore
psychology's roots and major divisions as defined by the American
Psychological Association.
Required for Psychology
majors.
Offered Fall Semester.
PSY 402
(3)
Experimental
Psychology.
Prerequisite: PSY 120.
Open to juniors and
seniors only. A laboratory course in which students will design
and conduct psychological experiments. A formal presentation
of results will be presented before the instructor and other
class members.
Required for Psychology
majors.
Offered Spring Semester.
PSY 480
(3)
Seminar in
Selected Topics.
Prerequisite: PSY 120.
Open to juniors and
seniors. A topic of interest to the student may be investigated
in depth. These might include substance abuse, dysfunctional
families, suicide, psychotherapy, etc.
Offered at departmental
discretion.
PSY 491,
492 (1-3)
Independent
Study.
Guided research in
psychology. Open to psychology majors with a “B” average in
the major and with the approval of the instructor
Offered at departmental
discretion.
PSY 495,
496 (1-3)
Internships.
Internships or practical
experience in an approved program of study.
Limited to majors in Psychology with a “B” average
and the approval of the instructor.
Subject to regulations and restrictions on page 56.
Offered at departmental discretion.
Note: For Sociology
course descriptions, see Sociology
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