Phoenix College Catalog 2009-10

Phoenix College 2009–2010 CATALOG | 309
PSY215
Introduction to Sport Psychology
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
Application of the psychological, behavioral,
social, cognitive, and humanistic perspectives
in psychology to sport. Includes topics such
as optimal performance, correlation,
motivation, co-action effect, selfactualization,
psycho-behavioral techniques,
self-efficacy, and the general health benefits
of sport participation. Prerequisites:
PSY101 with a grade of 'C' or better or
permission of instructor.
PSY218
Health Psychology
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
Behavioral and mental foundations of health,
wellness, illness, and disease, and
psychological dimensions of medical
intervention. Prerequisites: PSY101 with a
grade of "C" or better, or permission of
instructor.
PSY230
Introduction to Statistics
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
An introduction to basic concepts in
descriptive and inferential statistics, with
emphasis upon application to psychology.
Consideration given to the methods of data
collection, sampling techniques, graphing of
data, and the statistical evaluation of data
collected through experimentation. Required
of psychology majors. Prerequisites:
PSY101 with a grade of 'C' or better and
MAT092 or equivalent, or permission of
instructor.
PSY231
Laboratory for Statistics
1 credit(s) 2 period(s) lab
Applications of inferential and descriptive
statistics to computers in the field of
psychology. Corequisites: PSY230.
PSY240
Developmental Psychology
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
Human development from conception
through adulthood. Includes: physical,
cognitive, emotional and social capacities
that develop at various ages. Recommended
for students majoring in nursing, education,
pre-med, and psychology. Prerequisites:
PSY101 with a grade of 'C' or better or
permission of the instructor.
PSY250
Social Psychology
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
The scientific study of how people’s
thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are
influenced by other people and situations.
Includes how we think about ourselves and
others, persuasion and influence, sexual and
romantic attraction, friendship and helping
others, aggression and prejudice.
Prerequisites: PSY101 with a grade of 'C'
or better or permission of the instructor.
PSY266
Abnormal Psychology
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
Distinguishes between normal behavior and
psychological disorders. Subjects may
include stress disorders, problems with
anxiety and depression, unusual and
abnormal sexual behavior, schizophrenia and
addictive behaviors. Causes and treatments
of psychological problems and disorders are
discussed. Prerequisites: PSY101 with a
grade of "C" or better, or permission of
instructor.
PSY277
Psychology of Human Sexuality
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
Survey of psychological and physiological
aspects of human sexual behavior. Emphasis
placed on the integration of the cognitive,
emotional, and behavioral factors in sexual
functioning. Prerequisites: PSY101 with a
grade of "C" or better, or permission of
instructor. Student must be 18 years or
older.
PSY290AB
Research Methods
4 credit(s) 6 period(s) lecture & lab
Planning, execution, analysis, and written
reporting of psychological research. Surveys
the literature, procedures, and instruments
in representative areas of psychological
research. Prerequisites: ENG101, ENG107
or equivalent. Prerequisites or
Corequisites: PSY230 (or equivalent) with
a grade of "C" or better, or permission of
instructor.
PSY298
Special Projects
1-3 credit(s) 1-3 period(s) lab
Organized and tailored around the interests
and needs of the individual student.
Structured to provide an atmosphere of
individualized research and study paralleled
by professional expertise and guidance.
Professional-type facilities and equipment
are made available for student use. Allows
the best aspects of independent study and
individualized learning to be combined to
maximize student development.
Prerequisites: None.
RDG – Reading
In college, most courses involve reading
and studying. Thus it is critical for
students to know and apply appropriate
skills that will enhance academic progress
and success. The Reading Department
offers a wide variety of reading/studybased
courses at different levels. These
courses have been designed to develop
and improve students' skills so that they
can attain personal and/or academic
goals. Please Note: For CRE (Critical
Reading) courses, see page 253.
RDG008
Phonics
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
Designed for students who are learning
English as a second language. Includes the
study of the speech sounds used in English
as represented by the written symbols of
the alphabet; recognition of spelling patterns
and resulting pronunciation; and diacritical
markings. Prerequisites: Reading
placement score (CELSA).
RDG010
Reading English as a Second Language I
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
Designed for students who are learning
English as a second language. Provides
students with skills needed to become
proficient readers in English. Teaches sound
symbol relationships of the English alphabet.
Expands essential vocabulary for daily
communication both in isolation and context.
Includes development of reading
comprehension skills. Prerequisites:
Appropriate ESL placement test score.
RDG020
Reading English as a Second Language
II
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
Designed for students who are learning
English as a second language. Includes
continued development of vocabulary and
reading comprehension skills. Prerequisites:
Appropriate ESL placement test score or
grade of "C" or better in RDG010 or
permission of instructor.
RDG030
Reading English as a Second Language
III
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
Designed for students who are learning
English as a second language. Includes
instruction for more advanced vocabulary
and reading comprehension skills.
Prerequisites: Appropriate ESL placement
test score or grade of "C" or better in
RDG020 or permission of instructor.
RDG031
Advanced Vocabulary for ESL Speakers
(Non-Native Speakers)
3 credit(s) 3 period(s) lecture
Designed to expand and improve reading
vocabulary skills. Emphasis on understanding
advanced vocabulary in both context and
isolation through practice and review.
Vocabulary building strategies which will aid
in on-going study of words. Emphasis on
both learning and using more advanced
vocabulary effectively. Prerequisites:
RDG020 with grade of C or better, or
permission of instructor. Course Note:
Recommended for reading students at ESL
Levels III and IV.
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