Department of Psychology
Courses
Prepares students to be successful undergraduate Psychology majors and introduces possible careers and educational requirements.
Principles and methods in the scientific study of behavior.
For the superior student.
Pre-req: Admitted Honors College with a score of 1.
Modes of personal and social adjustment; assessment and treatment techniques.
Course covers paraprofessional mental health career options; community resource utilization, deinstitutionalization, crisis/interpersonal intervention and special populations. On-site observation experience required.
Pre-req: PSY 201.
Orientation to the philosophy of science; survey of methods in behavior study; elementary statistics.
Pre-req: (PSY 201 with a minimum grade of D or PSY 201H with a minimum grade of D) and (MTH 121 with a minimum grade of D or MTH 121B with a minimum grade of D or MTH 122 with a minimum grade of D or MTH 125 with a minimum grade of D or MTH 127 with a minimum grade of D or MTH 130 with a minimum grade of D or MTH 132 with a minimum grade of D or MTH 140 with a minimum grade of D or MTH 140H with a minimum grade of D or MTH 160 with a minimum grade of D or MTH 220 with a minimum grade of D or (STA 150 with a minimum grade of D and STA 150L with a minimum grade of D) or (STA 150B with a minimum grade of D and STA 150L with a minimum grade of D) or MTH 229 with a minimum grade of D or MTH 229H with a minimum grade of D).
This course surveys how psychology and psychological issues are presented, researched, and applied in multiple modalities of popular culture.
Pre-req: PSY 201.
Investigation of such putative paranormal events as ESP, clairvoyance, UFO's, ghosts, astral projecttion, astrology, and related topics. Emphasis on evaluation of evidence using the scientific method and scientific criteria.
Pre-req: PSY 201 with a minimum grade of D or PSY 201H with a minimum grade of D.
Course covers behavioral theory, antecedent motivators, functional analysis, reinforcement regimes; preparing and following treatment plans, defining measurable goals/objectives, monitoring progress.
Pre-req: PSY 205.
Methodology and research in psychology. 2 lec-2 lab.
Pre-req: PSY 223 with a minimum grade of D.
Methodology and research in sensory and perceptual processes.
Pre-req: PSY 223 with a minimum grade of D.
A multifaceted study of aggressive behavior in humans and other animals. Topics include biological and learned components of aggression, sex differences in aggression, violent crimes and personalities, media violence, and control of personal and group aggesssion.
Pre-req: PSY 201 or PSY 201E or PSY 201H and (PSY 302 or PSY 311 or PSY 408).
Mental test theory and applicatons.
Pre-req: PSY 223 with a minimum grade of D.
This course will provide an advanced study of topics regarding change throughout the lifespan. Emphasis will be on understanding the interactions of biological, psychological and social factors.
Pre-req: PSY 311.
An intermediate level presentation of descriptive and inferential statistics as applied in behavioral research. 2 lec-2 lab.
Pre-req: PSY 223 with a minimum grade of D.
A systematic study of the application of psychological methods and principles in business and industry. Emphasis is on research methods, motivation, training, leadership, personnel selection, employee safety, and job satisfaction.
Pre-req: PSY 201 with a minimum grade of D or PSY 201E with a minimum grade of D or PSY 201H with a minimum grade of D.
Analysis of how signs, symbols, and archetypes influence the individual and collective psyche via film.
Emic and etic cultural concepts are considered from an American (subcultural) and international perspective. Cultural influences on healing, health and service are covered.
Pre-req: PSY 201 with a minimum grade of D or PSY 201H with a minimum grade of D.
Understand, identify, and give critical analysis to the psychological and social factors that promote the support and belief of conspiracy theory.
An examination of the historical and philosophical antecedents of contemporary psychology.
Pre-req: (PSY 201 with a minimum grade of D or PSY 201H with a minimum grade of D) and PSY 223 with a minimum grade of D and PSY 323 with a minimum grade of D.
Examination of how childhood attachments, bonds, and relationships affect and influence adult perspectives on love, expectations, intimacy, fidelity, and commitment.
Pre-req: PSY 311.
The course will offer students applied observational/research experience in Personnel/Human Resource Departments under the supervision of professionals within the fields of Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Human Resources. (PR: Psy 4l8 or Psy 420 and Permission.)
Students work 6 hours per week in a local clinical setting where they have the opportunity to observe individual and group therapy, psychological testing, staff meetings, etc. PR: l2 hours of PSY including 408 and Permission of Instructor
Pre-req: PSY 408.
This course is designed to provide students with an introductory experience to teaching in psychology.
This course is designed to provide students with an introductory experience to teaching in psychology.