PSYC 100 General Psychology (4) Introduction to principles and methods utilized in the scientific study of human behavior. Emphasis will be on surveying the principles of sensation and perception, learning, motivation, emotion, intelligence, psychological testing, abnormal behavior, social psychology and the physiological bases of behavior. The format of this course is variable. Some sections will have a large lecture-small recitations format. Other sections will be single section classes.

PSYC 210 Applications in Human Development (4) A summary of the stages of human development including both cognitive and social changes. Not applicable to the psychology major, required for nursing majors.

PSYC 255 Personal and Social Adjustment (4) The dynamics of personal and social adjustment with an emphasis on stress, friendship, sexual needs, marriage, family, occupation and environment. Not applicable to the psychology major.

PSYC 290 Selected Topics in Psychology (1-4) A study of specific topics within any given areas of psychology or the application of some selected area of psychology to other areas within the social and/or natural sciences or humanities. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

PSYC 300 Statistics (4) Methods of descriptive and inferential statistics as applied to psychology. Measures of central tendency and variability, graphic presentation of data, T-test, chi-square, analysis of variance and correlation. Prerequisite: MATH 103 or equivalent, MUST be taken concurrently with PSYC 302.

PSYC 302 Computer application in Data Analysis (2) Introduction to the use of statistical software packages for performing data analysis. Emphasis will be on the types of procedures typically associated with psychological research. Topics include: basics of using microcomputers, data input, data manipulation, descriptive statistics, and the major parametric and nonparametric inferential statistical tests. Prerequisite: Must be taken concurrently with PSYC 300.

PSYC 305 Experimental Psychology (4) Introduction to quantitative and experimental techniques of psychology as a natural and social science. Course work covers experimental designs, data collection, evaluation and interpretation of results. Laboratory investigation of selected problems will be conducted in order that the student learn the principles involved in the design, execution and formal reporting of experiments. (3-2). Prerequisite: PSYC 300 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 310 Child Psychology (3) The development of human behavior and the factors that underlie that development. The course will cover the entire period of childhood with emphasis on behavior during the prenatal and infant periods, preschool years and school years up to puberty. Among topics treated are perception, emotion, language, intelligence, social behavior and thinking. Prerequisite: PSYC 100.

PSYC 312 Exceptional Child (3) The psychology of children who are mentally, emotionally, or physically impaired; or who are gifted academically or talented in other areas. There will be consideration of conditions leading to impairments, as well as the social and psychological results of impairment or exceptional talent. Prerequisite: PSYC 310 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 315 Adolescent Psychology (3) This course will introduce the student to the personality dynamics involved in the developmental phenomena of the teen years and with the significance of adolescence in the total life span. The physical, emotional, intellectual, educational, vocational, social and sexual areas of the adolescent's life are evaluated in light of recent experimental studies and of clinical experience. Special attention is paid to the impact of 20th century American culture and society on individual development, drawing on anthropological and sociological research for comparative data. Prerequisite: PSYC 100.

PSYC 317 Educational Psychology (3) Students are introduced to the major principles of laboratory learning as applied to conceptual learning, problem solving and the development of emotional behavior, attitudes, values and acquisition of skills. The major variables affecting efficiency of learning in the school learning-teaching situation will be studied. Instructional techniques based on psychological principles affecting motivation, learning, retention and transfer, as well as techniques for the measurement of student abilities and achievement will be studied. Prerequisite: PSYC 100.

PSYC 320 Psychology of Learning (3) An examination of the principles of conditioning, trial and error learning, problem-solving, conceptual learning, retention and forgetting. Prerequisites: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 320L Laboratory in Psychology of Learning (1) The laboratory includes an introduction to basic methodology and laboratory techniques used to establish these principles and the completion of assigned experiments dealing with selected problems in learning. (0-2.) Prerequisite: PSYC 305 and 320, or PSYC 305 and concurrent enrollment in PSYC 320.

PSYC 330 Motivation (3) A concentration on mainline motivation theories, primary types of motivation, recurrent issues in the history of motivational psychology and content areas of major interest. The course applies the systematic approach of psychological motivation to content areas of aggression, sexuality, achievement, affiliation and human gaming behavior. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 and Junior or Senior status in psychology or permission of instructor.

PSYC 330L Laboratory in Motivation (1) Basic experimental procedures for investigating motivational processes under controlled and natural conditions. The traditional methodologies used are replications of procedures in major psychological and cognitive systems and are carried out in the laboratory setting. Students also are directed to developing variations of tried techniques for projects carried on outside the laboratory. (0-2). Prerequisite: PSYC 305 and 330, or PSYC 305 and concurrent enrollment in PSYC 330, or permission of instructor.

PSYC 335 Comparative Psychology (3) This course uses the study of animals in their natural environment as a model for understanding human behavior. As animal behavior and physiology can be understood as the result of natural selection, so too can human behavior and physiology. By so doing such topics as parental care, mate choice, communication, social behavior, territoriality, aggression and altruism are explored. Prerequisite: PSYC 100.

PSYC 335L Comparative Psychology Lab (1) The laboratory will focus on the study of animals in their natural environment, including humans. This will include field observations, literature reviews and replications of human studies. Prerequisite: PSYC 305 and PSYC 335 or PSYC 305 and concurrent enrollment in PSYC 335 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 340 Physiological Psychology (4) A functional integrative approach to psychophysiological mechanisms underlying behavior and mental processes. Emphasis will be on psychophysiological mechanisms, integrative action of the nervous system and the neurophysiological mechanisms involved in learning, perception, sensation, motivation and emotions. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 340L Laboratory in Physiological Psychology (1) Laboratory will include a study of selected problems in the areas of sensory-perceptual, learning, motivational problems relative to the participation of neurophysiological processes. (0-2). Prerequisite: PSYC 305 and 340, or PSYC 305 and concurrent enrollment in PSYC 340, or permission of instructor.

PSYC 345 Sensation and Perception (3) Emphasis will be on the methods and results of psychophysical, physiological and social approaches to the investigations of sensation and perception. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 345L Laboratory in Sensation and Perception (1) Laboratory investigations of selected problems in vision, audition and perception will be conducted in order to introduce the student to the basic principles involved in the design and execution of psychological experiments dealing with sensory-perceptual processes. (0-2). Prerequisites: PSYC 305 and 345, or PSYC 305 and concurrent enrollment in 345, or permission of instructor.

PSYC 346 Neuropsychology (4) Introduction to basic anatomical, neurological and biochemical mechanisms of behavior. Emphasis will be on neuroanatomy, endocrinology, psychochemistry, sensory-motor mechanisms and the internal environment. Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Prior familiarity with anatomy and physiology also is recommended.

PSYC 350 Social Psychology (3) An introductory study of the individual in society. Attention will be given to the concepts of role, attitude, interpersonal interaction, group membership and culture as determinants of individual actions. Prejudice, interpersonal attraction, power, leadership, mass phenomena and group efficiency will be considered. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 350L Laboratory in Social Psychology (1) This laboratory includes an introduction to basic research methodology in social psychology, both experimental and field. Participation requires completion of projects that involve design, data collection, analysis and written reports. (0-2). Prerequisites: PSYC 305 and 350, or PSYC 305 and concurrent enrollment in 350, or permission of instructor.

PSYC 362 Community Outreach I Pre-Professional Volunteer Services (2-4) The students choose among a variety of community-service projects exhibiting the applications of psychological principles in natural settings. Discussions, in-field instruction and end-of-term report. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 367 Behavior Modification I (3) A lecture course in which the students are exposed to the theoretical underpinning of behavior modification. Students contract for whichever grade they wish to earn. Points are awarded for steps of progress toward fulfillment of the contract. A self-modification project demonstrates to each student that he or she can bring some element of his or her own behavior under conscious control. (2-2). Prerequisite: PSYC 100 and 320, or permission of instructor.

PSYC 370 Theories of Personality (3) A survey of the major theories of personality with reference to supporting empirical data. Psychoanalytic, biological, social, factor analytic, field, stimulus- response, constitutional and biosocial theories will be considered. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 370L Laboratory in Personality (1) A laboratory course concerned with the experimental investigation of personality dynamics and the effects of individual differences on social interaction; stress and anxiety; response set; cognitive styles, risk-taking and subjective probabilities. Laboratory demonstrations and experiments conducted by the students are designed to clarify issues in the experimental study of personality and to provide experience with a wide variety of investigative techniques. (0-2). Prerequisite: PSYC 305 and 370, or PSYC 305 and concurrent enrollment in 370, or permission of instructor.

PSYC 372 Abnormal Psychology (3) Introduction to major neurotic, psychotic, psychosomatic and organic syndromes. Examination of the nature, extent, causes, conditions and treatment of abnormal behavior. Prerequisite: PSYC 370 or 430 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 373 Interviewing (3) An introduction to the basic principles of clinical interviewing. The various major systems of psychotherapy are reviewed. Basic interviewing skills also are acquired through the use of role plays, simulations and videotaped practice interviews. Prerequisite: PSYC 370, PSYC 372, or PSYC 430; or concurrent enrollment in PSYC 370, PSYC 372, or PSYC 430; or permission of instructor. Must register for PSYC 373L concurrently.

PSYC 373L Interviewing Lab (1) A laboratory experience that provides opportunities to practice interviewing skills. Prerequisite: Concurrent registration with PSYC 373.

PSYC 374 Psychological Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence (3) Consideration of childhood and adolescent psychological disorders and their development. Major emphases are the relationship of psychological disorders to psychological development, and to subsequent adult disorders. Prerequisite: PSYC 210 or PSYC 410, or both PSYC 310 and PSYC 315. Recommended: PSYC 370 and PSYC 372.

PSYC 375 Psychological Assesment (4) An introduction to the principles and methods of psychological testing in the measurement of human traits and abilities. The fundamental concepts of test theory and test construction, as well as the evaluation and interpretation of test results will be considered for tests in areas of intelligence, aptitude, achievement and personality. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 and 300.

PSYC 385 Psychology of Sex, Gender & Sexuality (4) This course will discuss sex, gender, and sexuality on the basis of psychological research and theory. Coverage will include psychobiological, psychological, and social bases of sexual behavior, reproductive function across the lifespan, sexual dimorphism, social roles and gender identity. These topics will be discussed from a variety of perspectives, including social, comparative and developmental psychology, sociobiology, and developmental psycholobiology. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 399 Seminar-in-Residence I, II (1-4) A new teaching concept featuring intensive week-long courses will be offered primarily in spring and/or summer but occasionally in fall or winter semesters. A series of intensive lectures will be held during a four-day week. On Friday evening the class will move to appropriate off-campus facilities for a weekend seminar session. The weekend session will consist of films, lectures, psycho-drama, role-playing and discussion sessions with resource people appropriate to the content of the course. Following the weekend session the class will meet for a four-hour final summary evaluation session. The specific content area will vary, but will be announced when the course is scheduled. A registration fee will be required for the cost of the weekend. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or its equivalent with permission of instructor. (May enroll each time a different topic is offered.)

PSYC 400 Advanced Statistics (4) A second course in statistics that considers such topics as advanced analysis of variance and related analyses, non-parametric techniques and regression analysis. Prerequisite: PSYC 300 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 410 Life Span Human Development (3) A survey of human development over the total life span, from conception to death. Emphasis on psychosocial development, with additional discussion of biological and sociocultural contexts; methods for studying human development; and theories that address developmental changes on cognition, behavior, personality, social roles and interpersonal relationships. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior status in psychology, education, social work or permission of instructor. Recommended prior completion of one of the following: PSYC 210, PSYC 310, PSYC 315, or PSYC 373.

PSYC 411 Field Study in Life Span Human Development (1) Students are involved in voluntary semi-professional service, directed observation or supervised research in a local agency for young children or for the aged, or in an agency that assists adults who are experiencing a major life event or life transition. Time commitment varies depending on the needs of the specific field site. Students spend time in class preparatory to service and receive training at the agency. Prerequisite: Prior completion of or concurrent enrollment in PSYC 410.

PSYC 418 Research Methods in Educational Psychology (3) This course will direct itself to the study of experimental designs and appropriate methods used in the study of psychological questions in educational settings. The course will include parametric and non-parametric statistics appropriate for research done in classrooms or schools. The emphasis will be on various experimental designs used to study psychological variables significant in the process of education. Prerequisite: PSYC 317 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 425 Cognitive Processes (3) The main purpose of this course is to enable the student to examine critically the theories and related research in the area of complex human behavior. The course will explore the following areas: verbal learning and language development, formation and use of concepts, problem solving approaches and strategies, creative thinking, judgment, and decision making. The emphasis will be on research methodology and research findings in these areas. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 and also recommended: PSYC 305..

PSYC 425L Laboratory in Cognitive Processes (1) An advanced laboratory dealing with research techniques in cognitive processes. (0-2). Prerequisite: PSYC 305 and 425, or PSYC 305 and concurrent enrollment in 425, or permission of instructor.

PSYC 430 Psychoanalytic Theory (3) A study of psychoanalytic theory, both as a theory of personality and motivation, and as a treatment modality for emotional disorders. Case material will be included to illustrate the use of psychoanalysis in treatment. Prerequisite: PSYC 330 or 372 or 373, or permission of instructor.

PSYC 453 Industrial/Organizational Psychology (3) Survey of theories of individual behavior in complex organizations, including job analysis, personnel selection and appraisal, satisfaction, morale, leadership, organizational and social context of human work, physical and psychological environments and consumer behavior. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or Junior status.

PSYC 455 Group Dynamics (3) Forces influencing the behavior of a group's members, cohesiveness, social structure, emotional factors, leadership and the development of groups. Students will be given the opportunity to practice skills of group membership, including various leadership functions. Prerequisite: PSYC 350 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 462 Community Outreach II Professional Work Services (2-4) An experimental consideration of the interface between the student's general undergraduate education in psychology and her/his usual employment in community, social or mental health services. Systematic observation of psychological principles that are explicitly or implicitly applied in on-the-job settings. Observation, oral presentation, anecdotal reporting and thematic seminars led by students and their guests. This course is intended for students who have independently secured and maintained their own employment in local community services, social services and mental health agencies. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 470 Health Psychology (3) Explores links between health and our behavior, thoughts, emotions and social relationships. It uses methods of psychology research and practice to help prevent disease, promote recovery and promote adaptation with ongoing health problems. The course covers: research methods; personality as related to stress and coping; health behaviors; several specific medical conditions; rehabilitation; health communication; and the social construction of health and illness. Prerequisite: PSYC 100 and junior standing.

PSYC 473 Introduction to Clinical Psychology (3) The nature and scope of clinical psychology and the role of the clinician. Assessment and behavior modification will be emphasized. Prerequisite: PSYC 372 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 482 Field Placement Seminar (2) Seminar-discussion dealing with mechanics, structures, functions, values and attitudes critical to an understanding of organization of field placement. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior in psychology or permission of instructor.

PSYC 483 Field Placement Experience (1-4) Students will be involved in field experiences related to various areas in psychology. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in PSYC 482 or permission of instructor.

PSYC 484 Ethical, Professional and Philosophical Problems in Psychology (2) A consideration of ethics, professional responsibility and philosophy of science as the psychologist confronts them in research, teaching, consultation, private practice and clinical settings. Prerequisite: 20 hours of Psychology or permission of instructor.

PSYC 488 History and Systems of Psychology (4) Psychophysics, dynamic psychology, instinctivism, psychoanalysis, individual differences and parapsychology will be traced to their origin in early Greek philosophy; survival through the dogmas of the Dark and Middle Ages; and their post-Renaissance emergence as principles of behavior that are distinct from philosophy. Emphasis will be upon the evolution of scientific psychological thinking from "devil theory" to classical empiricism and from the Aristotelian method to the Galilean mode of experimental science. Prerequisite: Senior status and completion of core requirements in psychology or permission of instructor.

PSYC 490 Selected Topics in Psychology (1-4) A study of specific topics within any given area of psychology or the application of some selected area of psychology to other areas within the social and/or natural sciences or humanities. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

PSYC 491 Workshop (Title to be Announced) (1-4) Study of problem-oriented subjects for people already working in psychological services with the intent of continuing their professional growth. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

PSYC 493 Directed Reading in Psychology (1-4) Student must submit a plan of study for approval before enrolling. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

PSYC 494 Senior Research (1-4) Student must submit a plan of study before enrolling. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

PSYC 497 Senior Seminar (2) An overview of current major issues and research in personality, learning, perception-cognition, social psychology and motivation. Each major issue will be integrated with seminars developed in conjunction with guest lectures and field experiences in relevant settings. Prerequisite: Senior status and completion of core requirements in psychology or permission of instructor.

PSYC 499 Teaching of Psychology (4) Learning how to teach through participation in the instructional process. (1-4). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor and a major in psychology.

Last updated: 19-June-97