General Catalog for 2009-10
(PSYC) Psychology
- 1013.0 General Psychology
- An introductory course dealing with elementary principles, terminology
- and various aspects of different branches of the subject.
- Fall/Spring
- 2033.0 Human Development
- A study of human mental, physical, emotional, and social development
- from conception through old age. Prerequisite: PSYC 1013.
- Fall/Spring
- 2053.0 Statistics
- A course in descriptive and inferential statistical techniques with
- emphasis on analysis of experimental data. Both manual and computer
- procedures will be covered. Prerequisite: CORE 1033.
- Fall
- 2063.0 Research Methods I.
- The basic principles involved and the techniques used in experimenta-
- tion, research and laboratory techniques. Prerequisites: PSYC 1013.
- [CAC-W]
- Spring
- 2093.0 Professional Issues.
- This course provides psychology majors and minors with information re-
- garding post-baccalaureate degree options. Students will explore the
- options of graduate training and employment opportunities and learn
- how to prepare for both. Students will learn how to use skills and
- knowledge obtained in psychology to help them decide which option will
- best help them achieve their life goals.
- Spring Even Yrs
- 3013.0 Social Psychology
- A study of the group's influence on the individual. Includes such
- topics as person perception, attribution, interpersonal attraction,
- attitudes, conformity, obedience, prejudice and group behavior.
- Also listed as SOCI 3013.
- Fall
- 3023.0 Learning
- A study of the principles and theories of learning. Prerequisite:
- PSYC 1013.
- Spring Even Yrs
- 3053.0 Research Methods
- A study of research methods in psychology. A research project and
- paper must be completed and accepted by the Department. Prerequisite:
- PSYC 2063. [CAC-O]
- Spring
- 3064.0 Neuroscience
- An introduction to the biological substrate of behavior and exper-
- ience, especially as expressed in neuroanatomy, neurophysiology and
- behavioral neuroscience. Prerequisite: CORE 2323 or BIOL 1014. Also
- listed as BIOL 3064.
- Spring
- 3073.0 Psychological Testing
- A survey of the major principles, concepts and instruments employed in
- psychological evaluation. Prerequisites: PSYC 1013, 2053.
- Fall
- 3093.0 Abnormal Psychology
- A study of mental and emotional deviations and illnesses. Consider-
- ation is given to the incidence, causes, symptoms, dynamics, prognosis
- and theories of treatment of various conditions. Prerequisite: PSYC
- 1013.
- Fall
- 3103.0 Personality Theories
- A survey of personality theories with emphasis on modern day
- approaches. Prerequisite: PSYC 1013.
- Spring
- 4002.0 Advanced Statistics
- A continuation of PSYC 2053. This course focuses on advanced inferen-
- tial statistical techniques and the use of computerized statistical
- programs, SPSS in particular. Prerequisites: PSYC 2053 or consent of
- instructor.
- On Demand
- 4003.0 History of Psychology
- A historical survey of the development of psychology within intellec-
- tual and socio-cultural contexts. Prerequisite: Six Junior-Senior
- hours in Psychology. [WAC].
- Fall
- 4013.0 Counseliing Psychology.
- An introduction to clinical psychology as represented by selected con-
- temporary approaches. Prerequisites: PSYC 1013; PSYC 3093, 3103
- recommended.
- Spring
- 4033.0 Cognition
- An experimental and theoretical study of the basic mental processes
- involved in thought. Prerequisite: PSYC 1013. Also listed as PHIL
- 4033.
- Fall
- 4043.0 Perception
- A study of the process by which humans become aware of their environ-
- ment through the organization and interpretation of sensory
- information. Prerequisite: PSYC 1013.
- Spring Odd Yrs
- 4053.0 Topical Seminar.
- This course examines a specialized domain of psychology not covered in
- the department's general course offerings. Students will explore a
- variety of primary and secondary sources. Because a different topic
- will be offered each year, the course may be repeated once for credit.
- Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
- Spring
- 4061.0 Senior Research
- A course designed to give the student additional experience in
- conducting individualized psychological experimentation. Prerequi-
- site: PSYC 3053.
- Fall/Spring
- 4801.0 4801-4893. Special Studies in Psychology
- A course designed to broaden the student's psychological knowledge
- through directed study or research. Prerequisites: Junior or Senior
- standing, and instructor's permission.
- On Demand