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PSY 240 Developmental Psychology
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Human development from conception through adulthood. Includes physical, cognitive, emotional and social development
and potentials at various ages. Also includes research methods used in developmental psychology.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100A and 100B, or 101.
Information: Prerequisite(s) may be waived with consent of instructor before enrolling in this class.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PSY 250 Introduction to Social Psychology
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Introduction to major theories and research findings of social psychology. Includes research focus and methods, social
influence on individual behavior, effects of culture and gender on social behavior, self-perception and attitudes, and social
perceptions and international relations.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100A or 101.
Information: Prerequisite(s) may be waived with consent of instructor before enrolling in this class.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PSY 254 Psychology of Love and Compassion
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Introduction to theory and research on the psychology of love and caring. Includes applications to mental, physical and
spiritual health. Also includes gender behaviors and expectations in loving relationships.
Recommendation: Completion of PSY 100A or 100B or PSY 101.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PSY 265 Normal Personality
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Psychological functioning and coping behaviors for normal personality development. Includes personal learning and
growth, stages of personality development, role development, work and leisure, wellness, and managing stress. Also
includes love, sexuality, relationships, loneliness and solitude, death and loss, and meaning and values.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100A or 101.
Information: Prerequisite(s) may be waived with consent of instructor before enrolling in this class.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PSY 270 Meditation
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Theoretical principles and selected traditions of meditation self-awareness. Includes principles and techniques of
meditation, meditation traditions, literature of meditation, meditation arts, and psychology and physiology of meditation.
Information: Same as HUM 270.
Offered: Spring.
PSY 271 Sport Psychology
3 cr. hrs. 3 periods (3 lec.)
Examination of psychological factors that influence sport performance and coaching behaviors and the psychological
effects that sport and exercise involvement have on the participant. Includes an introduction to sport psychology and sport
history, psychological principles of behavioral development and control, social psychological dimensions of sport and
exercise, personality assessment, the study of special athletic populations, coaching roles and behavior, and exercise
psychology.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100A or 101.
Information: Prerequisite(s) may be waived with consent of instructor before enrolling in this class.
Offered: May not be offered this year, check class schedule.
PSY 289 Psychology Research Methods SUN# PSY 2290
4 cr. hrs. 6 periods (3 lec., 3 lab)
Introduction to scientific methodologies used in psychological research. Includes experience in using a range of
psychological research methods for students.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100A and 100B, or PSY 101; and completion of PSY 230 and WRT 101 with a grade of C or better.
Recommendation: Designed for students planning to major or minor in psychology.
Information: Prerequisite(s) may be waived with consent of instructor before enrolling in this class.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
PSY 296 Individual Studies in Psychology
1-6 cr. hrs. 1-6 periods (1-6 lec.)
Exploration of special interest areas. Content to be determined by student and facilitator-instructor.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 100A or 101.
Information:
Prerequisite(s) may be waived with consent of instructor before enrolling in this class.
May be taken for 1 to 6 credit hours.
Offered: May not be offered this year, check class schedule.
PSYCHOLOGY
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