30 courses with the subject PSY, 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.
PSY 100Introduction to Psychology
An introduction to the basic areas of psychology with emphasis on understanding human experience and the application of empirical methods to human behavior.
PSY 100 or SOC 100 . A study of the theories and methods of the field of social psychology. Topics include: interpersonal communication, social cognition, obedience, conformity, aggression, helping the self, stereotyping and prejudice. Cross-listed SOC 201 . Hours: 3
PSY 100 . Study of theories, research, and current understanding of child development emphasizing conception through early childhood and addressing through adolescence. Physical development, perceptual and neurological development, cognition, social and emotional development both typical and atypical is considered in contexts of family, peers, and education, and community. Hours: 3
PSY 100 . This course investigates how evolutionary principles shape body and mind. In the same way that physiological systems (e.g., cardiovascular, respiratory, immune) can be described as products of natural selection, psychological systems (e.g., language, memory, emotions) can be described as mental adaptations acquired by the same processes. Hours: 3
PSY 100 . Thus course is designed to give students insight into the ways in which psychological methods have been utilized in the various disciplines within the field. Such as, this course will provide an overview of the marriage between psychological content and research method, with a focus on providing a broad understanding of the field of psychological science. Requirements may include an individual or group project on a particular discipline of interest.
PSY 100 . This course focuses on the theoretical and practical implications of primary descriptive and inferential analyses for the purpose of scientific research. Goals of the course are twofold: to provide students with 1) core knowledge in the foundations of descriptive and inferential techniques (e.g., ability to calculate and interpret a t-test for independent means) and 2) experience with using statistical software (i.e., SPSS) to analyze data sets. Students will gain valuable skills in data analysis that constitutes a key piece of the psychological research process.
PSY 100 Introduction to major and historical theories of personality. Emphasis is given to the research within the psychology of personality. Students receive the opportunity to integrate the personality perspectives into a global theory of personality. Three credits. Hours: 3
PSY 100 . In depth exploration of the adolescent period of life, with a focus on understanding the complex processes shaping youth development. This course examines prominent theoretical frameworks focusing on physical maturation, cognitive growth, and socioemotional well-being. Special attention will also be given to applications including relevant educational and public policy that impact youth. Hours: 3
PSY 100 . The study of human psychological development across the lifespan from prenatal development to death. Major developmental theories focusing on physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development are discussed, with special consideration given to the bidirectional influences inherent in a developmental psychobiological systems framework. Hours: 3
PSY 100 . This course explores the intimate relationship of neural and mental processes. Special emphasis is given to the structure and function of the brain, how our understanding of the world is an “active construction” of neural processes, and the physical and philosophical issues associated with how brain activity is associated with mental life. Hours: 3
PSY 100 . Application of psychological principles and techniques to the fields of health and medicine. The critical role of emotional, behavioral, cognitive, and social factors in health will be emphasized. Includes coverage of topics in physiological psychology including the structure and function of bodily systems (nervous, immune, endocrine) and the relationship between mind and body. Hours: 3
PSY 100 . Introduction to the study of disorders of mental, emotional, and behavioral functioning as currently understood within the discipline of psychology. Emphasis is placed upon the history of understanding of mental illnesses and the various perspectives that explain their causes and treatment. Students will have a basic understanding of current clinical research and diagnostic methodology. Students will have the opportunity for in-depth research into specific topics within the field.
PSY 351Research Methods I Non-experimental Methods
PSY 237 and PSY 251 . The focus of this course is on the variety of non-experimental research methods (e.g., survey research and observational methods) and statistical techniques used by psychological researchers. Topics include descriptive and qualitative methods and analyses. Requirements include the completion of an original research proposal.
PSY 374Drugs and Behavior
A course designed to survey the latest information on drug use and its effects on society as well as on the individual.
PSY 100 . The study of a special topic or issue in psychology not covered in depth in other courses. A research paper is required. May be Repeated May be repeated each time the topic changes. Hours: 1
PSY 382Special Topics
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PSY 100 . The study of a special topic or issue in psychology not covered in depth in other courses. A research paper is required. May be Repeated May be repeated each time the topic changes. Hours: 2
PSY 383Special Topics
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PSY 100 . The study of a special topic or issue in psychology not covered in depth in other courses. A research paper is required. May be Repeated May be repeated each time the topic changes. Hours: 3
PSY 100 . This course provides students with knowledge and application of standardized procedures for psychological assessment. Assessment principles will be examined, in addition to the variety of psychological constructs that are studied via standardized methods, including intelligence, language, and personality. Hours: 3
PSY 100 and Junior or Senior standing. This course is designed to deepen students’ understanding of how neural and mental processes contribute to consciousness, the very “feeling” of being alive. Special emphasis is given to the physical and philosophical issues associated with the most baffling problem in the sciences of psychology and neurology: the conscious experience. Hours: 3
PSY 253 or PSY 332 . An in-depth exploration of basic theories and techniques of psychological counseling. Special attention is given to varieties of counseling, basic issues in the field, and ethical concerns. Hours: 3
PSY 100 . The focus of this course is on the ways in which people process, represent, retain, and think about information. A core foundation in cognitive theory and research will include the examination of various cognitive processes, including attention, perception, memory, language, reasoning, and metacognition. Hours: 3
PSY 451Research Methods II Experimental Methods3
Choose two courses from each of the following dimensions: 18 Dimension A:
PSY 351 and Senior standing. This course is designed as a capstone experience for all psychology majors. Students will utilize knowledge gained throughout their comprehensive coursework to develop and carry out an original experimental investigation. Completion of the empirical study will culminate in the production of a research manuscript using APA-style.
Permission of the instructor. Field work in some area of specialization in a school, business, social, mental health, or criminal justice setting. One class period dealing with professional and ethical concerns will also be required. Internships require daytime availability. Hours: 3
PSY 100 . The focus of this course is on the history of psychological inquiry and major movements in the field. Consideration is given to the core philosophical roots of understanding the mind and behavior, in addition to the historical evolution of psychology as a science. Hours: 3
Departmental approval. Independent study in which the student proposes, designs, and carries out a research project that deals with a problem area in psychology. This course includes conferences with instructor, familiarity with journal literature, and a complete write-up and presentation of the research in publication form at a conference. Hours: 3
PSY 499Senior Honors Thesis
3.0 6 hours of REL courses are taken as in- class honors and REL 499 is taken to complete the thesis 3.0 SOC 498 Senior Honors Research and 68
