100 courses with the subject PSYC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Minor: 18 Credits Complete the requirements for the special education minor or a minor in
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Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A study of current topics in psychology with an emphasis on current research.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 An introduction to computers with an emphasis on basic applications such as: word processing, the production of documents, presentations, and spreadsheets, and the uses of databases and statistical analysis software.
A study of coping mechanisms and adjustment strategies for meeting the everyday demands of life and dealing with special psychological problems, such as stress, depression, anxiety, deviant sexual behavior, sexual dysfunction, and other everyday problems. Prerequisite: PSYC 210.
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Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This course is designed to help prepare psychology majors for employment and/or graduate education. The emphasis will be on critical foundational skills such as communication skills, problem-solving, self- management, critical thinking skills, behaviors and attitudes, feedback, interpersonal skills, responsibility, and stress management. The primary objective of the course is to assist students in developing academic, career, and professional goals and in developing and executing plans to reach their goals.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This course is designed to teach the basic mechanics of writing in psychology. Topics to be addressed will include the orderly and precise presentation of ideas and concepts, clarity and economy of expression, proper citation and referencing of sources, as well as the preparation of documents that reflect the standards of the American Psychological Association (APA).
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 An overview and investigation of theory and relevant empirical findings that explore the development and functioning of the healthy human personality with additional attention given to personality dysfunction and disorders.
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Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 An introduction to adult development that includes a survey of major developmental principles, theories, and current research in the areas of biological, cognitive, social, personality, and emotional growth and transition acros the span of adulthood.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A survey of the history, theories, and applications of clinical and counseling psychology, with an emphasis on analyses of the various approaches to counseling and therapy.
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Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This course is designed to provide an introduction to positive psychology. Positive psychology focuses on the scientific study of human strengths and virtues. The course will examine human behavior that is effective, valuable, and results in positive contributions to human functioning and health.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This course provides an overview of psychological variables that impact participation and performance in sports, exercise, and recreational activities. Emphasis is given to the developmental principles and theories in the areas of cognitive, emotional, social, personality, and physical development, and how they relate to the athlete, coaching, and sporting environment.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A study of psychological and social factors that influence performance in work settings, such as group processes, leadership, ethics, as well as employee selection, training, motivation, and satisfaction, with an additional emphasis on the analysis and design of jobs and organizations.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1 A lecture and laboratory course covering the design, implementation, analysis, and interpretation of experimental research, surveys, and other research in areas of general psychology, such as learning, memory, and perception, and social psychology. 963
The course is designed to teach students the basic mechanics of writing in psychology. Topics to be discussed in this course will include orderly and precise presentation of ideas, smoothness and economy of expression, and the preparation of manuscripts according to the standards of the American Psychological Association. Prerequisites: PSYC 210, PSYC 233.
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Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A study of background and contemporary research relating behavior to biological processes. Data on neural and hormonal systems are summarized and used in examining such complex behaviors as learning, perception, and motivation.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A study of applications of learning and behavior change theories and laboratory findings to behavior- related concerns in educational, clinical, healthcare, and social settings, with emphasis on empirical research demonstrating the effectiveness of behavior modification and cognitive/behavioral techniques. 964
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A survey of clinical, counseling, and developmental literature, theory, and research on the causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders in children and adolescence.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A survey of the major methods of assessing and evaluating organizational related variables, including measurement, basic statistical concepts relative to evaluation, and applications of testing.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A survey of the development of psychology in historical and socio-cultural perspective. A review of the major historical and contemporary systems of psychology, and their relation to the philosophy of science and to the selection of problems and methodologies.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A study of the effect of pharmacological agents on the brain and behavior. This class fosters a multilayered approach, from the receptor level to system and behavioral level. Every drug and its psycho-physiological effects are discussed in the social context where it occurs.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 965
Internet of Things: 3 Credits
or approved equivalents from an accredited college or university Transferable Major Courses: 32 Credits Validation of previous nursing education, 32 nursing credit hours transferred successful completion of NURS 300 and NURS 320. Transferred ADN courses accepted are: NUR 112 NUR 113 NUR 114 NUR 212 NUR 213 or approved equivalents from an accredited college or university Upper Division Courses: 32 Credits
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This senior seminar will explore how various areas of psychology conceptualize and investigate the relationship between sexuality and gender. The study of gender/sexual relations will be approached from many different perspectives, including individual, social, cultural, historical, and biological. Sources will include journal articles, books, and fictional stories.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Understanding language is an important part of understanding human behavior. Different areas of scientific study emphasize different aspects of language processing. This class reviews the biological bases of language development, word recognition, meaning and use of language, as well as language production. Combining insights from neuroscience and psycholinguistics, this class has a cognitive emphasis and it 966
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This course focuses on understanding the evolution, expression, organization, and modification of animal behavior. Behavioral variation as well as the conservative nature of many behavioral responses will be addressed. The course will consider how the study of behavior in animals other than humans may help us to understand human behavior as well as to better conserve threatened or endangered species.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A structured course designed to give students hands-on research experience in psychology. Students will design and implement a research study that culminates in the creation and presentation of this research.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A study of selected topics examining the functional interrelationships of the history, research, theory, and application of psychology in various areas. Through coursework that emphasizes critical thinking activities and written/ oral communication, students will integrate and apply learning from their psychology program of study in a comprehensive manner that helps prepare them for graduate education and/ or 967
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 The aim of the Biopsychology Laboratory is to introduce students to paradigms for the explanation and study of behavior that are characterized by a focus on the functioning of the nervous system. This lab will examine these functions within the broader framework of the structures of behavior (innate and acquired), as well as functional systems (sensation, perception, motor control and cognition).
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Examines broad range of questions about how the nervous systems are organized, and how they function to generate behavior. These questions are explored using the analytical tools of molecular and cell biology, genetics, systems anatomy, and physiology. The student will focus on an advanced understanding of central nervous system processes.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This course is designed to provide an overview of emotion, focusing on a variety of theoretical perspectives: cognitive, biological, developmental, evolutionary, historical, and social/cultural. Emphasis will be placed on the examination of the neural and neurohormonal correlates of emotional behaviors and emotional experiences. Emphasis is placed upon the similarity between the emotional behaviors of humans and other species and in determining both normal and abnormal human emotional experiences.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This course is designed to convey the historical antecedents of evolutionary psychology and provide a reasonably thorough and balanced assessment of its methods, potential, and the criticisms leveled against it. 968
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Systematic review of various topics on issues of psychological relevance, such as stress management, and sexual reinstatement.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Supervised library, laboratory, and/or field research in psychology on a student's topic of choice (topic determined in consultation with a faculty supervisor).
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Supervised library, laboratory, and/or field research in psychology on a student's topic of choice (topic determined in consultation with a faculty supervisor).
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Supervised library, laboratory, and/or field research in psychology on a student's topic of choice (topic determined in consultation with a faculty supervisor).
Lecture Hours: 3 969
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Supervised library, laboratory, and/or field research in psychology on a student's topic of choice (topic determined in consultation with a faculty supervisor).
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This course provides a graduate level foundation for quantitative reasoning with a focus on the interpretation and application of descriptive and inferential statistics for use in psychology and related fields. It includes instruction on hypothesis formulation and testing as well as computer-based data calculation and analysis.
psychological research. Prerequisite: PSYC 500. PSYC 509 (3-3-0) Advanced Designs and Analysis: A study of advanced statistical inference, including the analysis of variance, multiple comparison techniques and multivariate models including multiple and partial regression, combined with advanced principles of research designs that fit these statistical models. Prerequisite: PSYC 505
A study of advanced statistical inference, including the analysis of variance, multiple comparison techniques and multivariate models including multiple and partial regression, combined with advanced principles of research designs that fit these statistical models. Prerequisite: PSYC 501
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This statistics course covers statistical methods using a practical approach. Common statistical tests and their implications will be considered in relation to research design and program evaluation.
and evaluative research, the techniques, designs, and administration of program evaluation. Topics covered include entry issues, goal setting research for planning and implementation. Prerequisite: PSYC 505.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A study of the issues and influences of gender, sexual orientation and the major racial/ethnic and cultural groups in the United States on the theoretical and research paradigms in psychology. The course expands students' frame of reference concerning human diversity and encourages application of major themes.
social, emotional and physical development across the lifespan. PSYC 520 (3-3-0) Behavior Therapy: A study of the principles of behavior therapy and their applications to behavior problems in various settings with an emphasis on behavior modification and cognitive behavior therapy.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A study of the principles of behavior therapies and their applications to behavior problems in various settings with an emphasis on behavior modification and cognitive behavior therapy.
professionals, including legal and ethical standards (APA and ACA) in professional practice, testing, and research. This course also deals with the expectations and problems confronting psychologists in industrial, clinical, and professional organizations. Pre-requisite: Permission of instructor.
comparative analyses of the research support for the various theories.
including relevance of biological, personal, cognitive, developmental, social, environmental, and cultural variables to health and illness. Health, illness, health and illness behavior will be studied with the aim of greater understanding of health issues, the individual's relationship to these issues within individual, cultural, and cross-cultural contexts. PSYC 550 (3-3-0) Psychopathology: A study of the etiology, symptomology, diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders, encompassing a multicultural perspective, with an introduction to and laboratory on the use of the Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). PSYC 555 (3-3-0) Cognitive Aspects of Behavior: A study of the theories, principles, and current research in the cognitive sciences in relation to basic psychological research and applications to counseling. Special emphasis is placed on information processing, memory and the interface between cognition and affect. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. PSYC 575 (3-3-0) Biological Aspects of Behavior: A study of brain functions in relation to intelligence, speech, memory, emotions, and visual-spatial abilities, with attention to individual differences in both normal and brain-damaged persons. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3 272
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A study of the theories, principles, and current research in the cognitive sciences in relation to basic psychological research and applications. Special emphasis is placed on information processing, memory and the interface between cognition and affect.
This course will introduce students to the relationship between brain malfunction and behavior. The emphasis of the course will be the assessment and early diagnosis of lesions that disrupt brain functioning. Topics to be examined will include neuropsychological assessment of language disorders such as asphasia and anomia, disorders of visuo-spatial perception, brain injury, memory disorders, and dementia (e.g. Alzheimer's disease) . Other topics to be discussed include the teaching of intervention strategies for neurological disorders. Prerequisite: Undergraduate course in Physiological Psychology or permission of instructor. Course Descriptions 87
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A study of brain functions in relation to intelligence, speech, memory, emotions, and visual-spatial abilities, with attention to individual differences in both normal and brain-damaged persons.
A study of brain functions in relation to intelligence, speech, memory, emotions, and visual-spatial abilities, with attention to individual differences in both normal and brain- damaged persons. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
theories, significant research, and applications of biofeedback techniques. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. PSYC 603 (3-3-0) Psychopharmacology: A study of the use and abuse of psychoactive drugs and their behavioral and neurophysiological effects in normal and clinical populations. Prerequisite: PSYC 575 or permission of instructor. PSYC 605 (3-3-0) Clinical Neuropsychology: This course will introduce students to the relationship between brain malfunction and behavior. The emphasis of the course will be the assessment and early diagnosis of lesions that disrupt brain functioning. Topics to be examined will include neuropsychological assessment of language disorders such as aphasia and anomia, disorders of visuo-spatial perception, brain injury, memory disorders, and dementia (e.g. Alzheimer's disease). Other topics to be discussed include the teaching of intervention strategies for neurological disorders. Prerequisite: PSYC 575 or permission of instructor. PSYC 611 (3-3-0) Theories of Counseling: An exploration of the philosophy and theories of counseling, the roles and responsibilities of counselors, practical ethics, and current issues in counseling. PSYC 612 (3-3-0) Techniques and Process in Counseling: A study of the process and development of the essential skills and techniques used in counseling psychology. This course includes a laboratory experience. Prerequisite: PSYC 611
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A study of the use and abuse of psychoactive drugs and their behavioral and neurophysiological effects in normal and clinical populations.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This course will provide an in-depth exploration of major themes of social and interpersonal communication including a review of well-established psychological theories of communication and evidence-based models of communication. The course will span various contexts of interpersonal communication including intimate, professional, and social.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 An exploration of the philosophy and theories of counseling, the roles and responsibilities of counselors, practical ethics, and current issues in counseling.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This course introduces students to the field of community counseling by studying the history and principles behind contemporary community counseling practice, the development of professional identity, and the acquisition of relevant skills and competencies. Topics covered include the role of community counselors, 274
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This course is a study of theory and evidence-based counseling practices related to the etiology, neuropsychology, symptoms (as identified in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders), psychosocial correlates, and treatment of substance-related disorders. This course will incorporate an integrative perspective (e.g., person centered, systems, cognitive behavioral, and multicultural). It will address issues related to dual diagnosis, explore relevant ethical and legal standards, and provide information on professional certification or licensure.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Administration, scoring and interpretation of intelligence, memory and achievement tests with adults and children. Psychometric properties and report writing are covered.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A study of the evaluation, selection, use, and interpretation of psychological tests in development, clinical and counseling settings.
A study of the etiology, symptomology, diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders, encompassing a multicultural perspective, with an introduction to and laboratory on the use of the Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Prerequisite: PSYC 530 or PSYC 611.
administration, scoring, and interpretation of objective tests (such as the MMPI). Also covered are behavioral assessment techniques including direct observation approaches. Prerequisite: PSYC 550 PSYC 630 (3-3-0) Techniques in Crisis Intervention: A study of the theory, skills, and techniques of emergency psychological intervention and counseling with persons experiencing intense situational and emotional distress. PSYC 631 (3-3-0) Career Counseling: A survey of theories of vocational development, methods of developing a career information program, and procedures for providing interrelated personal, social, educational and vocational counseling. PSYC 632 (3-3-0) Theory and Practice of Family Counseling: A study of the major theories and classifications of marriage and family counseling approaches and practices. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
A study of the theory, skills, and techniques of emergency psychological intervention and counseling with persons experiencing intense situational and emotional distress. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 A survey of theories of vocational development, methods of developing a career information program, and procedures for providing interrelated personal, social, educational and vocational counseling.
essential skills and techniques applicable to family counseling. This course includes a laboratory experience. PSYC 634 (3-3-0) Group Counseling: A study of the group counseling processes with emphasis on understanding the basic concepts and principles, and the development of group counseling skills through laboratory experience. PSYC 640 (3-3-0) Social Aspects of Behavior: A focus on current research and theory in selected topics related to social psychology, such as attitudes, dehumanization, conformity, aggression, and effective group functioning and change. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
Electives**Choose two graduate courses with advisement *PSYC 632 and PSYC 633 may be substituted by students pursuing the Family Counseling emphasis in Counseling Psychology. **Must select two courses from SOCI 570, SOCI 624, or SOCI 640, or equivalent, for the Family Counseling emphasis in Counseling Psychology to meet the educational requirements for the North Carolina Marriage and Family Counselor. B. Mental Retardation/Emotionally Handicapped
A focus on current research and theory in selected topics related to social psychology, such as attitudes, dehumanization, conformity, aggression, and effective group functioning and change. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
research related to human growth and development. Survey and evaluation of the basic philosophies, recognized theories, and supportive research related to the growth and development of children. Prerequisite: PSYC 516 PSYC 642 (3-3-0) Psychology of Aging: An in-depth study of the theories and research related to the processes in adult development and aging. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
An in-depth study of the theories and research related to the processes in adult development and aging. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
psychology majors for the teaching of psychology at the junior and community college level and as teaching assistants. The course involves syllabus preparation, selection of instructional material, testing, evaluation, and demonstration lectures. Prerequisites: Completion of 18 credit hours in graduate psychology program and permission of Instructor. PSYC 671 (3-3-0) Seminar in Selected Topics in Psychology: Special areas of psychological research and theory that are not traditionally offered in other graduate courses in psychology will be offered in a seminar forum. These offerings will be based on both student interest and need, and faculty experience, and proficiencies. May be repeated PSYC 672 (3-3-0) Seminar in Current Issues in Psychology: Intensive study of current topics in various areas of psychology. This course focuses on recent advances in major psychological theories, major methodological problems involved in utilizing various theories for experimental and applied research, ethical issues, and public policies. Completion of 18 credit hours in graduate psychology program and permission of Instructor. May be repeated
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Fundamental mechanisms of genes and gene expression related to psychological processes. Genetic, environmental, and epigenetic induction of normal and pathological behavioral, cognitive, and emotional structure and function, including behavioral plasticity are examined. Human disorders and disease and application to genetic counseling emphasized.
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and/or psychotherapy with clients at campus and/or local agencies. May be repeated. Prerequisite: PSYC 680. PSYC 685 (3-3-0) Independent Study: Individual study in an area of interest to student under the supervision of a psychology faculty. Prerequisite: Permission of department chair. PSYC 691 (3-3-0) Directed Study: Supervised research on a topic of choice approved by a committee of three faculty members, with an oral examination required. Prerequisites: PSYC 500, PSYC 505, and the completion of 24 semester hours of graduate psychology courses, and the comprehensive examination. May be repeated. Grades are In Progress (IP), Satisfactory (S) or Unsatisfactory (U) PSYC 693 (3-3-0) Thesis Research: An extensive research experience in an approved topic of choice. Prerequisite: PSYC 500, PSYC 505, and the completion of 24 semester hours of graduate psychology course. May be repeated. Grades are In Progress (IP), Satisfactory (S) or Unsatisfactory (U)
community services/settings. To be taken in conjunction with PSYC 680 (Counseling Practicum). Weekly seminars for consultation and discussion with a supervisor on topics such as case management and evaluation, referral procedures, ethical practices, and inter-professional ethical considerations.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Advanced supervised counseling experiences in community services/agencies. To be taken in conjunct with
Individual study in an area of interest to student under the supervision of a psychology faculty. Prerequisite: Permission of department chair.
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 This course provides students with an in-depth review of the major themes of psychology taught throughout FSU's MA Program in Psychology and serves as a culminating program experience. Students will establish a professional portfolio to include samples of their academic work, professional resources, and documents designed to prepare them for career obtainment and advancement in psychology-related fields. 279
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Supervised research on a topic of choice approved by a committee of three faculty members, with an oral examination required.
An intensive review of the theories and models underlying psychological tests and measurement procedures. The course will focus on the study of the psychometric properties of test instruments and the valuative criteria used to assess the reliability and validity of psychological measures. Prerequisite: PSYC 390. d
*PSYC 681 may be substituted for PSYC 680 by students pursuing the Family Counseling emphasis in Counseling Psychology. Specialty Area 21 Credits Choose one option from the following areas:
This course is required for students that have completed their course work and the number of thesis hours for credit required in their graduate degree program. Students who will continue to use University resources in completing their thesis must enroll in this course.
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