36 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.
on human behavior as revealed through psychological investigations. Prerequisite to all psychology courses.
development and learner, and the nature of the learner in school settings. A critical look at the procedures of 143
which are modified by society in the formation and motivation of individual conduct and conviction. The method of social inquiry and experimentation demonstration. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. (Social Science General Education Course). Previously RPS 217
learn, focusing primarily on classical and operant conditioning, and social learning theory, with a strong emphasis on application of such theories to real- life situations. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. (Social Science General Education Course). Previously RPS 300
orientation, intimate relationships, and sexual behavior is examined. The course is taught referencing respected authorities in each of three basic categories: biophysical, psychological-emotional and sociocultural. Prerequisite: None. (Social Science General Education Course) Previously RPS 308
categories of exceptionality. Primary emphasis will focus on the characteristics of the exceptional child. In addition, students will receive a cursory overview of special education rules and regulations and their implications for delivery systems, transition plans, and identification and placement procedures. General topics covered may include collaborative partnerships in the school setting, family partnerships, philosophical, historical, and cultural foundations of special education, legal foundations of special education, pre-referral and Individualized Education Program (IEP) procedures. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211 and RPS 212 or PSYC 212. Previously RPS 311
nature, etiologies, syndromes, therapies, and prognosis of clinical disorders and behavioral health issues. Case studies illustrating patterns of behavior of various DSM diagnoses will be utilized. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. (Social Science General Education Course) Previously RPS 314
developmental process from the prenatal period through senescence. An in-depth look at behavioral changes that occur at various stages of development as functions of heredity and environment will also be explored.
personality which are modified by society in the formation and motivation of individual conduct and conviction. The method of social inquiry and experimentation demonstrated. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. (Social Science General Education course). Previously RPS 317 168
introduction to developmental psychology and to the scientific study of development. This course will explore the physical, cognitive, and socioemotional processes of development from the prenatal period through adolescence.
evaluation of personality theories and their supporting evidence. This course will explore various theoretical perspectives about what makes individuals unique. Psychodynamic, behavioral, humanistic, trait and cognitive theories will be examined. The personality disorders associated with the current version of the DSM will also be explored. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. (Social Science and Writing Intensive General Education Course). Previously RPS 319 144
small group structure and process, with consideration of relevant research. Cohesiveness, conformity, power, inter- group and intro-group conflict and cooperation are studied as aspects of group structure and process. Students observe and participate in small group processes. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. (Social Science General Education Course). Previously RPS 320
of introduction of Psychology that is ideal for students who plan to major or minor in Psychology, complete the ETS GRE subject test in Psychology or that have a science- teaching, scientific or library arts orientation. A focus is placed on interpretation and reconstruction of psychological knowledge. Prerequisite: RPS211 or PSYC 2211. Previously RPS 321
psychological experiences of African Americans and individuals of the African Diaspora, examining the cultural and experiential variations arising from differing economic, social, and geographic conditions on the lived experience of Black people, as regards identity development, educational attainment, and political, artistic, and athletic expression on the world stage. Prerequisite: None. (African American and Social Science General Education Course). Previously RPS 325
and sociocultural concerns of black Americans from several psychological perspectives. Cognitive, affective, and psychomotor styles of black people. Research techniques to study this behavior, a review of the available research on black experiences, and a study of changes in the dynamics of relationships of black people in American society.
will be discussed. Focus is placed on the individual and the conditions that the workplace can create. Topics covered will include motivation, stress, group behavior, and initiating change in the workplace. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. (Social Science General Education Course). Previously RPS 330
principles of statistical techniques used in psychology. Topics include descriptive statistics (frequency distributions, measures of central tendency, and correlational analyses), and a brief introduction to statistical inference (normal curve, sampling theory, test of statistical hypotheses, t-test, chi-square, and others). Prerequisite: MAT 002 or MATH 0002 or higher. Previously RPS 331
the basic principles of statistical techniques used in psychology. Topics include additional statistical inference (t- test, analysis of variance, and manova). This course provides first-hand experience in the practical use of statistical techniques and methods. Prerequisite: MAT 002 or MATH 0002 or higher. Previously RPS 332
functioning, including development of the nervous system, the physiology of cognition, memory, eating and sleep, hormonal function, and the physiological bases of behaviors such as eating disorders, mental illness, and criminality. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. Previously RPS 405
the functioning of sensory and perceptual processes are examined by investigating how the visual, auditory, 145
the history, theory, and practice of psychological testing. Emphasis will be focused on the nature, use, and limitations of typical tests of intelligence, achievement, neuropsychological functioning, aptitudes, and personality.
scientific methodology used throughout the many disciplines of psychology. In this first part of a two-course sequence, students are introduced to research, ethics in research, measures, and aspects of descriptive research designs. Prerequisites: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. (Information Literacy Intensive General Education Course). Previously RPS 410
RPS410 that introduces students to aspects of Correlational and experimental research designs. Students will produce a culmination research paper based on empirical data using human participants. Prerequisites: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211, and RPS 410 or PSYC 4410. (Information Literacy Intensive General Education Course). Previously RPS 411
dynamics of human effort and behavior. The concepts principles, postulates, research methods, and research findings on drives, needs, instincts, and other goal-seeking behavior are studied. Prerequisites: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211, Previously RPS 415.
psychology and closely related fields. An in-depth look at diagnostic instruments and methods, therapeutic theories and techniques used to treat individuals and groups will be explored. Professional roles and opportunities for clinical psychologists will also be explored. Prerequisite: RPS211 or PSYC 2211. (Writing Intensive General Education Course). Previously RPS 420
objective the integration of theoretical concepts from various fields of psychology. Students taking this course will be required to draw upon content learned in previous psychology courses to develop a thesis paper on a significant issue within the field of psychology. Students will also explore post baccalaureate opportunities through graduate school and employment searches and interview. Prerequisites: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211, and Seniors only. (Writing Intensive General Education Course). Previously RPS 445
exploration of topics not typically covered in an existing course. Course content varies by semester and will be announced in the preceding semester. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. Previously RPS 460
advanced content, and exploration of topics not typically covered in an existing course. Course content varies by semester and will be announced in the preceding semester. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. Previously RPS 461
advanced content, and exploration of topics not typically covered in an existing course. Course content varies by 146
advanced content, and exploration of topics not typically covered in an existing course. Course content varies by semester and will be announced in the preceding semester. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. Previously RPS 463
advanced content, and exploration of topics not typically covered in an existing course. Course content varies by semester and will be announced in the preceding semester. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. Previously RPS 464
advanced content, and exploration of topics not typically covered in an existing course. Course content varies by semester and will be announced in the preceding semester. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. Previously RPS 445
advanced content, and exploration of topics not typically covered in an existing course. Course content varies by semester and will be announced in the preceding semester. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. Previously RPS 466
advanced content, and exploration of topics not typically covered in an existing course. Course content varies by semester and will be announced in the preceding semester. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. Previously RPS 467
advanced content, and exploration of topics not typically covered in an existing course. Course content varies by semester and will be announced in the preceding semester. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. Previously RPS 468
content, and exploration of topics not typically covered in an existing course. Course content varies by semester and will be announced in the preceding semester. Prerequisite: RPS 211 or PSYC 2211. Previously RPS 469 Sociology-related Course Descriptions
Source: Cheyney University of Pennsylvania's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
