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PSY 3313 PSYCHOLOGICAL STATISTICS Calculating statistics
and interpreting the results in solving problems in psychology.
(Prerequisite: PSY 1113 and 2333)
PSY 3353 PSYCHOLOGY OF LEARNING A survey of basic
theories and concepts related to the learning process. (Prerequisite:
PSY 1113)
PSY 3363 COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY This course is intended
to introduce the college student to the tenets of cognitive psychology including,
but not necessarily limited to a history of cognitive psychology,
models of cognitive psychology, an examination of the basic principles
and theories pertinent to the study of cognition including an exploration
of perception, attention, memory, linguistics, neurocognition, thinking
and intelligence, and information processing. (Prerequisite: PSY 1113)
PSY 3373 PSYCHOLOGY OF PERSONALITY A comprehensive
survey of contemporary and classical theories of personality,
personality development, and concepts used in understanding personality.
(Prerequisite: PSY 1113)
PSY 3393 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY An analysis of social
influences on behavior, the nature of attitudes and values, social interaction,
group dynamics, conformity, and leadership. (Prerequisite:
PSY 1113)
PSY 3413 PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN SEXUALITY An examination
of the biological and psychological determinants of human
sexual behavior. The course focuses on sexual development and
sex education. Current research findings serve as a basis for study.
Major consideration is given to the biological bases of sexuality, sexual
attitudes and behaviors, sexual diversity, sexual dysfunctions, and becoming
comfortable with one’s own sexuality. (Prerequisite: PSY 1113)
PSY 3433 RESEARCH METHODS IN PSYCHOLOGY A survey
of research methods used in the study of psychology, with student
preparation in planning and research study of a selected topic. (Prerequisites:
PSY 1113, 2333, and 3313)
PSY 3513 HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY Health and human behavior
are closely related. This course reviews the numerous studies
linking human behaviors and psychological variables to health status.
Health and illness can be influenced by exercise, diet, stress, social
relationships, coping behaviors, and psychological variables such
as hardiness. In addition to behavior influencing health, health can
also influence behavior. Health status may influence whether you go
jogging, stay in bed, or even choose a particular career. In short, this
course will examine the science that connects behavior to health and
health to behavior. (Prerequisite: PSY 1113; in addition, six (6) hours
of psychology are recommended)
PSY 4313 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY A study of the dynamics,
etiology, prevention and treatment of abnormal behavior, including
the anxiety and psychosomatic disorders, depressive disorders, social
and interpersonal disorders, psychoses, substance abuse disorders,
and other abnormal personality patterns. (Prerequisites: PSY 1113
and three additional upper division hours of psychology.)
PSY 4323 INDUSTRIAL-ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
The study of human behavior as it occurs in business and industrial
settings, including the psychological effect of management decisions.
(Prerequisite: PSY 1113)
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PSY 4353 PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING An introduction to
standardized psychological tests in various applied areas, administration,
scoring and interpretation of established tests and study of
ethical standards applied to the development and administration of
tests. (Prerequisites: PSY 1113 and 3313)
PSY 4373 PHYSIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY An introduction
to the structure and functions of the nervous and endocrine systems
and their effect and control upon behavior. (Prerequisite: PSY 1113.
BIOL 1114 or equivalent recommended.)
PSY 4393 HISTORY AND SYSTEMS OF PSYCHOLOGY A
survey of historical periods and influential theories and concepts
related to contemporary psychology with emphasis upon the evolution
of scientific method. (Prerequisite: 15 hours of Psychology or
departmental approval)
PSY 4443 INTERVIEWING SKILLS An introduction to the philosophy
and core processes of the helping interview. (Prerequisites:
permission required; senior standing)
PSY 4453 ADVANCED RESEARCH METHODS This course
requires the development of a research proposal involving the investigation
of psychological phenomena, which will be carried out
the following semester, while enrolled in PSY 4553. (Prerequisite:
PSY 3433)
PSY 4513 BEHAV MNGT & GUID FOR CHILDREN W/EX-
CEPTIONALITIES Development of competency applied behavioral
analysis procedures and methods for parent counseling regarding
exceptional children.
PSY 4543 FIELD EXPERIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY Practical
applications of psychology under professional supervision in a field
setting. (Prerequisite: Senior standing; PSY 4443 and 4980)
PSY 4553 ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECT This course
follows the successful completion of PSY 4453 and involves conducting
the research proposed in the previous course. Thus, this course
requires the collection of data, write-up of findings, and submission
of completed manuscript for presentation or publication, while under
the guidance of a faculty member (Prerequisite: PSY 4453)
PSY 4960 DIRECTED READING Individualized literature study
in some area of psychology selected in consultation with the professor.
(Prerequisite: departmental approval)
PSY 4970 SPECIAL STUDIES Individualized project selected in
consultation with the professor. (Prerequisite: Departmental Approval)
PSY 4980 SEMINAR Small group study of topic announced by
department (Prerequisite: permission required)
PSY 4990 RESEARCH Independent investigation designed in
consultation with the professor. (Prerequisite: departmental approval)
READING (READ)
READ 123 DEVELOPMENTAL READING Instruction in understanding
implicit and explicit details, drawing appropriate inferences
from the written message and making reasoned qualitative judgments
from passages. Covers a variety of topics and disciplines. (Req. of
students who lack high school credits in history; does not fulfill general
education requirements.)