Liberal Arts and Science - Manchester Community College ...

COURSES
Psychology
PSY* 104: Psychology of Adjustment
(formerly PSYC 120: Understanding Self and Others)
Personal growth and development through awareness of one’s impact on others
and the impact of others on oneself. (Fa,Sp,Su) 3 credits
PSY* 111: General Psychology I
(formerly PSYC 111: General Psychology)
The survey of psychology as a behavioral science, including its scientific
origins, the physiological basis of behavior, human development, learning,
memory, thinking, intelligence, motivation and emotion. Class: 3 hours per
week. (Fa,Sp,Su) 3 credits
PSY* 112: General Psychology II
(formerly PSYC 112: Advanced General Psychology)
A study of research and measurement techniques in psychology; sensation,
perception, abnormal patterns of behavior, major therapies, altered states of
consciousness, personality and social psychology. Prerequisite: PSY* 111.
(Fa,Sp) 3 credits
PSY* 125: Psychology of Aging and Mental Health
(formerly PSYC 125)
The course will offer a realistic portrait of the personal experiences of late life
and highlight the mental health issues that confront human beings as they
age. (Sp) 3 credits
PSY* 154: Assistive Technology in Early Childhood (Birth - 5)
Assistive technology is defined by PL 100-407 as any device, piece of
equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially or off the
shelf, modified or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve
functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. In order to provide appropriate
services to children with disabilities, an understanding of assistive
technology is essential. The goal of this course is to promote an understanding
of the use of assistive technology by children with disabilities aged birth
through 5. (Fa) 1 credit
PSY* 163: Children With Disabilities
(formerly PSYC 163: Children With Disabilities and Their Families)
This course is a general introduction to children with disabilities, their families
and their education. The course includes discussion of the psychological, medical
and sociological aspects of children with disabilities and their relationship to
family, community and especially the educational system. The course emphasis
is on the inclusion of children with disabilities within family, community and
school. (Fa,Sp) 3 credits
PSY* 164: Assistive Technology for Students with Disabilities (K-12)
The goal of this course is to promote an understanding of the use of Assistive
Technology for learners with disabilities. Assistive Technology can be utilized
to promote participation in the least restrictive educational environment and
provide students with access to and maximum participation in the mainstream
educational curriculum. (Fa) 1 credit
PSY* 173: Adults with Disabilities
(formerly PSYC 173)
This course is a general introduction to adults with disabilities and the issues
faced by them in current American society. The emphasis is on issues relating
to full inclusion in neighborhoods, community associations, workplaces and
leisure-recreation experiences. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and
its powerful implications for full community inclusion by men and women with
disabilities will be examined. (Sp) 3 credits
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PSY* 174: Assistive Technology for Adults in the Workplace, Home and
Community
The goal of this course is to promote an understanding of the use of Assistive
Technology by adults in the workplace, at home and in the community. Activities
in which assistive technology can be used to facilitate independence will
be addressed. Finding the resources necessary to acquire needed assistive
technology will also be a focus of this course. (Fa) 1 credit
PSY* 183: Learning Process and Disabilities
(formerly PSYC 183: The Learning Process and Disabilities)
This course explores various learning theories, especially behavior modification,
as they relate to children and adults with disabilities. Included will be an
introduction to the biological aspects of the brain and learning. Ethical questions
regarding the application of certain learning theories will be examined.
(Fa) 3 credits
PSY* 184: Assistive Technology
Assistive technology is defined by PL 100-407 as any device, piece of equipment,
or product system, whether acquired commercially or off the shelf, modified
or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional
capabilities of individuals with disabilities. In order to provide appropriate
services to children and adults with disabilities, an understanding of assistive
technology is essential. The goal of this course is to promote an understanding
of the use of and types of assistive technology for use by people with disabilities
throughout the life span. Class: 3 hours per week. (O) 3 credits
PSY* 193: Issues/Trends in Disabilities
(formerly PSYC 193: Issues and Trends in Disabilities)
This course will examine current legal, ethical, community, family and personal
support issues affecting children and adults with disabilities and their families.
Through the study of literature, newsletters and media accounts and by listening
to the leaders and advocates of today, students will more fully understand the
challenges and opportunities of people with disabilities. (Sp) 3 credits
PSY* 201: Life Span Development
(formerly PSYC 124: Developmental Psychology)
A survey of physical, cognitive, social and emotional changes as they are
influenced by heredity and environment from conception to death. Class: 3
hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY* 111. (Fa,Sp,Su) 3 credits
PSY* 203: Child Development
(formerly PSYC 234)
An evaluation of current issues, theories, and research in the area of child
development. This study of physical, cognitive and socioemotional development
includes: genetics, development of self, language, play, learning, intelligence,
personality, and social interactions from conception through age twelve. Emphasis
is on normal development. Class: 3 hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY*
111. (Fa,Sp) 3 credits
PSY* 206: Adolescent and Adult Development
(formerly PSYC 244)
An exploration of current problems, theories and research in adolescent
and adult development. A basic exploration of physical, cognitive, and socioemotional
changes and the psychological dynamics which accompany them
including adjustments, changing roles, and social relationships. Class: 3 hours
per week. Prerequisite: PSY* 111. (Fa,Sp) 3 credits
PSY* 210: Death and Dying
(formerly PSYC 117: Psychology of Death, Grief and Loss)
Examine the processes of death, dying and grieving. Death and loss as they
relate to major developmental life tasks are also studied, including the effect
Next Semester Offered Designations: Fa = Fall, O = Occasional, Sp = Spring, Su = Summer