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2023-2024 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]
Psychology Courses
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Psychology
Neuroscience (NEUR)
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NEUR 001 - Introduction to Neuroscience I Semester Hours: 3
Fall
An introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the vertebrate nervous system, with an emphasis on the various ways in which the brain coordinates behavior. The course topics will include the neuronal cell structure and cellular physiology, synapse structure and physiology, intra- and intercellular signaling systems, the gross organization of the brain and spinal cord, and development of the nervous system. This introduction to brain structure and function will be followed by a discussion of the neural correlates of behavior and cognition, particularly the processing of sensory information and the programming of motor responses.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
BIOL 112 , 113 ; PSY 001 . Credit given to this course or BIO 089, not both. May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis.
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Fall 2026
Psychology (PSY)
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PSY 001 - Introduction to Psychology Semester Hours: 3-4
Fall, Spring, Summer
The central goal of this course is to provide a general introduction to the field of psychology. Students will learn how to reason about human behavior, how to think critically about science, and how to apply psychological theory\ and findings to everyday problems and issues. Topics covered will include psychological methods, biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, learning, memory, personality, psychopathology, and social behavior.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
Prerequisite for all other psychology courses, except PSY 007 , 025 and 027 .
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PSY 001A - (BH) General Psychology Semester Hours: 3
This course number is used exclusively to identify an introductory course in psychology for transfer credit.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
Credit given for this course or PSY 001 , not both.
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PSY 003 - Current Psychological Issues Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Detailed exploration of several psychological topics of important social relevance (e.g., recent topics have included mental health, alcoholism, drug addictions, leadership). Topics vary depending on their social significance. Guest speakers representing topic relevant fields are featured. Students are required to submit independent research papers on each topic.
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PSY 007 - (BH) Fundamental Perspectives in Psychology Semester Hours: 3-4
Fall, Spring
Detailed examination of selected major areas of research in psychology.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
Although distribution credit is awarded for this course, no credit is given toward a major or minor in psychology .
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PSY 011 - Behavior Modification Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
Techniques of behavior modification through the application of basic principles of learning and behavior, namely reinforcement and punishment. Other techniques will be discussed, including token economies, self-management, behavioral contracts, systematic desensitization, and cognitive behavior modification.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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Fall 2026
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PSY 012 - Psychology and the Law Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
An examination of the ways psychological principles are applied to the criminal justice field, family law and civil litigation. Topics include victim research, jury selection and courtroom procedures, psychological assessment of the offender, child custody procedures and divorce suits.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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Fall 2026
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PSY 012F - First-Year Seminar Semester Hours: 3
Fall
This course gives first-year students the opportunity to work in a seminar format with a member of the faculty in an area of the faculty member’s research interests.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
The course is open to first-year students only. Topics vary by semester. Consult the class schedule for proper category listing. Students may take only one 012F or 012S seminar.
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PSY 012S - First-Year Seminar Semester Hours: 1-3
Spring
This course gives first-year students the opportunity to work in a seminar format with a member of the faculty in an area of the faculty member’s research interests.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
The course is open to first-year students only. Topics vary by semester. Students may take only one 012F or 012S seminar.
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Fall 2026
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PSY 014F - First-Year Seminar Semester Hours: 3-4
Fall
This course gives first-year students the opportunity to work in a seminar format with a member of the faculty in an area of the faculty member’s research interests.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
The course is open to first-year students only. Topics vary by semester. This course is offered for distribution credit; consult the Semester Planning Guide for proper category listing. Students may take only one 014F or 012F seminar and only one 014S or 012S seminar
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PSY 014S - First-Year Seminar Semester Hours: 3-4
Spring
This course gives first-year students the opportunity to work in a seminar format with a member of the faculty in an area of the faculty member’s research interests.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
The course is open to first-year students only. Topics vary by semester. This course is offered for distribution credit; consult the Semester Planning Guide for proper category listing. Students may take only one 014F or 012F seminar and only one 014S or 012S seminar.
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PSY 025 - (BH) Psychology of Prejudice Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
An introduction to prejudice that considers both the cognitive and social processes underlying prejudice and the nature of the minority experience. Specific topics include stereotyping, racism, sexism, social stigma, and prejudice reduction.
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PSY 026 - Psychology of Gender Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Exploration of current research into the perceptual, motivational, physiological, intellectual and interpersonal aspects of the behavior of women. Emphasis will be placed on sex-role development and the impact on the feminine personality of prevailing attitudes about women.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A . (Formerly Psychology of Women.)
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PSY 027 - (BH) Positive Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
This course explores theoretical conceptions of positive psychology, scientific research in this domain, and the experiences and practices that enhance well-being. Positive psychology is the study of how human beings prosper in the face of adversity. Its goal is to identify and enhance the human strengths and virtues that lead to living the “good life.”
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis.
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PSY 033 - Industrial Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
Study of psychological principles and methods, and their application to personnel testing, interviewing, selection, training and development, and performance appraisal.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 034 - Organizational Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
Study of psychological principles and methods, and their application to work motivation, job satisfaction, leadership, communication, job design, and organizational development.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 035 - Psychology of Personality Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Personality organization, factors influencing development, methods of appraisal and personality theories.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 037 - Industrial Behavior Modification Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
An introduction to behavioral principles in organizations. Theoretical issues in organizational psychology and the quality of working life is examined from the perspective of laboratory based research of human behavior. The application of operant techniques to traditional industrial problems such as productivity, sales, attendance and safety. Management based on applied behavior analysis is contrasted with traditional motivational theories.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 040 - Statistics Semester Hours: 4
Fall, Spring, Summer
Topics include the role of statistics in the scientific method, descriptive statistics, z scores and the standard normal distribution, sampling distributions and statistical inference, hypothesis testing, the t distribution, simple and factorial analysis of variance, correlation and regression, and nonparametric statistics. (3 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory.)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A and one of the following courses: MATH 008 , 040 , 045 , 050 , 061 , 061A , 071 , 072 , or BAN 001 . Credit given for this course or SOC 180 .
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PSY 054 - Adolescent Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
Development of behavior from adolescence through maturity.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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Fall 2026
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PSY 057 - Clinical, Counseling and Community Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Theories, principles and practices for assessing personality and helping people in various settings to realize their potentials.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 058 - Theory and Principles of Psychotherapy Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Survey and classification of individual and group psychotherapies commonly used today. Comparative analysis of the principles and practices of the psychoanalytic, experiential and behavior schools of therapy as well as review of the different philosophical and psychological tenets which are basic to each of these systems.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 060 - Psychology of Physical Disability Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Psychological factors in disability and adjustment to disability.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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Summer Session I 2026
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PSY 061 - (BH) Comparative Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
Exploration of the ways in which comparisons among species have revealed general principles of behavior, including the roles of individual experience, evolutionary history, and physiological mechanisms. Specific topics include mating systems, parental care, aggression, cooperation, communication, and sensory systems.
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PSY 063 - Psychology of Aging Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
The current status of psychological knowledge about adulthood and aging. A broad topical coverage of the chronology of adult experience using a problem-centered, interdisciplinary approach to understanding adulthood, maturity and old age.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A . (Formerly Adult Psychology.)
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PSY 065 - Psychological Aspects of Psychotropic Medication Semester Hours: 1
Periodically
Current trends in psychotropic medication used to control atypical behavioral and emotional states. Emphasis will be on the positive and negative effects on normal and abnormal states.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 070 - Evolutionary Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
This course will focus on why we are the way we are (human nature). Evolutionary psych provides a scientific viewpoint to understand the ultimate origins of human nature. Topics covered include: Why do we enjoy fattening foods? Why do men and women differ so much in their interests? Why do men and women respond to sexual cues so differently? Why do people care so much about status? Where does sibling rivalry come from? Why do humans experience the emotions they do? Why are people so quick to form groups and label others as outsiders? Why is the world in a perpetual state of war? Is human behavior very different from other animals?
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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Fall 2026
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PSY 078 - Psychological Testing Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Review of basic measurement concepts. Examination of tests of intelligence, personality, attitude and special abilities. Ethical issues in psychological testing.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 085 - Psychological Aspects of Human Sexual Behavior Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Focus on behavioral, emotional and cognitive components of human sexual behavior. Normal and deviant syndromes are considered.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 087 - Sport Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
This course is designed to educate students on the relationship between the mind and body in sport. Students will learn how the mind influences sport performance and how sports performances influence the mind by acquiring an understanding of contemporary principles and theories developed in sport and psychology and then applying that to real sport situations in both recreational and competitive settings.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or PSY 001A
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PSY 089 - Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
Review and analysis of the current trend toward the integration of behavioral methodologies with diagnosed medical problems. Topics include the origins, theory and treatment regarding alcohol and chemical dependency, smoking, obesity, and stress-related disorders, as well as headache and other pain disorders.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or PSY 001A
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PSY 095 - Research Experience in Psychology Semester Hours: 1-3
Periodically
This work-study program provides students with an opportunity to apply academic and theoretical knowledge to the practice of conducting research. Work at an approved on-campus laboratory with mentorship from a faculty member is combined with reading and writing assignments, including an in-depth term paper that situates the research experience within the broader framework of psychological theory and scholarship.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
Successful completion of at least 18 s.h. of psychology with a psychology GPA of 3.0 or above. Permission of the Psychology Department research and internship coordinator. A minimum of 38 hours of work for each semester hour of credit: 28 hours of research work and 10 hours of academic work. May be repeated for credit up to a total of 3 s.h. May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis.
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PSY 099 - Internship in Psychology Semester Hours: 1-3
Periodically
This work-study program aims at providing students with an opportunity to apply academic and theoretical knowledge to practical situations. Work in an approved government or non-government agency or research institution is combined with reading and writing assignments, including an in-depth term paper that situates the internship experience within the broader framework of psychological theory and scholarship.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
Successful completion of at least 18 s.h. of psychology with a psychology GPA of 3.3 or above. Permission of Psychology Department internship coordinator. A minimum of 38 hours of work for each semester hour of credit: 28 hours of on-site work and 10 hours of academic work. Also required, but not counted as part of the 10 hours of academic work, are a minimum of three meetings with a faculty adviser – one at the beginning, another at mid-term, and the final at the end of the work experience. Grades will be based on both on-site evaluation and academic work. An on-site evaluation of “poor” will result in a grade no higher than a C. May be repeated for up to a total of 3 s.h. May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis.
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PSY 100 - Departmental Honors Candidacy: Research Semester Hours: 3-4
Fall, Spring
The research for and the writing of a substantial essay in the field of psychology such as a major literature review or an original experiment.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A . Open only to senior psychology majors who are eligible for and desire to graduate with departmental honors. Interested students must secure the written permission of a full-time faculty member who will supervise the project. An oral defense will be conducted at the conclusion of the project.
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PSY 101 A-Z - Major Concepts in Psychology Semester Hours: 1
Periodically
An in-depth exploration of a significant historical, theoretical, empirical or methodological concept in the field.
Current Special Topics
PSY 101B: The Psychology of Social Media: Likes, Memes, and Addiction
Discussion of psychological aspects of social media, including its influence in new forms of social interaction, recreation, happiness, body image, education, politics, and cyberbullying; with a strong focus on its addictive power and how to overcome it.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Specific titles and course descriptions for special topics courses are available in the online class schedule.
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PSY 102 - Major Figures in Psychology Semester Hours: 1
Periodically
An in-depth exploration of the contributions of one major theorist, researcher or practitioner in the field. The goal of the course is to gain understanding of the impact of this psychologist’s life and work on the progress of psychological inquiry and perspective.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A . Subjects vary, topics to be announced.
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PSY 110 - Principles of Learning and Behavior Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
Basic concepts and principles of associative learning, with an emphasis on associative learning phenomena and mechanisms (i.e., classical and instrumental conditioning) in nonhuman animals.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 139 - Psychopathology Semester Hours: 3
Psychopathology
An in-depth examination of the description, etiology, course, and treatment of psychological disorders, including current theory and research related to these diagnoses.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A . Credit given for this course or PSY 039, not both. (Formerly Abnormal Psychology)
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PSY 141 - Research Methods and Design Semester Hours: 4
Fall, Spring, Summer
Major principles of research and data collection techniques in experimental psychology. Laboratory work with animals and/ or human beings includes research in selected topics. An oral presentation is required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 040 or BIO 100 or equivalent. Students are advised to take this course no later than their junior year.
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PSY 151 - Independent Readings in Psychology Semester Hours: 1-4
Periodically
Individual written report based on assigned readings.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A . Open only to seniors with permission of department chairperson.
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PSY 152 - Independent Readings in Psychology Semester Hours: 1-4
Fall, Spring
Individual written report based on assigned readings.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A . Open only to seniors with permission of department chairperson.
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PSY 153 - Child Development Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring, Summer
Development of human behavior from the prenatal period through childhood.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A . Credit given for this course or PSY 053, not both. (Formerly PSY 053.)
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Fall 2026
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PSY 159 - Social Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring, Summer
Survey of major topics, including social perception, social influence, attitudes, self-concept, prejudice, and group processes.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 164 - Cognition Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
Presentation and discussion of explanatory models, experimental results, and conclusions for the phenomena of memory, problem-solving, skill acquisition, language, and decision making.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 166 - Sensation and Perception Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
An introduction to the basic psychological and physiological processes by which we gather information about the world around us, including vision, hearing and attention.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 170 - Clinical Neuropsychology Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
Introduction to the relationship between neurological and neurochemical functioning and behavior disorders. Topics may include clinical case histories of schizophrenia, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, stroke, aphasia, amnesia, dyslexia, epilepsy and drug abuse.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 171 - History of Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
The historical development of significant psychological concepts, theories and systems. The focus and far-ranging content of this course serves to provide an overall synthesis of the major subfields of psychology.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 173 - Senior Seminar Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Investigation of problems of theoretical interest in several areas of psychology. Sections will be planned for different topics.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A . Permission of instructor.
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PSY 174 - Senior Seminar Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Investigation of problems of theoretical interest in several areas of psychology. Sections will be planned for different topics.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 040 or equivalent.
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PSY 177 - Behavioral Neuroscience Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
Biological bases of language, sensation, perception, movement, arousal, sleep, motivation, emotionality, learning, memory, mental disorders, and drug-taking behavior.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 179 - Practicum in Psychological Testing Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Practice under supervision of administration and evaluation of tests suitable for use in job analysis and personnel psychology.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A . No liberal arts credit.
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PSY 180 - Work Motivation: Theory and Applications Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Examination of modern developments in motivational psychology as they pertain to individual behavior in organizational settings and their practical applications. Four approaches are examined. The first approach focuses upon need-motive-value strategies such as need fulfillment theories, intrinsic motivation and equity/justice theories. The second approach attends to expectancy-value formulations of behavior with attention directed toward VIE theory. A third approach involves an examination of the self-regulation-cognitive approach embodied in goal setting theory. The final theoretical perspective involves an analysis of the behavioral (operant) and social learning views of work motivation. The course focuses on the practical implications of motivational theory, with an emphasis upon job satisfaction, work design and reward systems.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 181 - Leadership and Group Processes Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Presents a broad review and analysis of leadership in organizations and groups. Examines organizational workgroups within the perspective of the organization as a system. Topics include functions, history, theories, and styles of leadership. Gender issues, cross-cultural perspectives, leader-member relations, group development, communication, conflict, decision making, and self-managed teams are also examined.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 034 and 141 .
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PSY 182 - Advanced Data Analysis Semester Hours: 1
Periodically
Advanced data analytic skills such as multiple regression, path analysis, and MANOVA are taught using statistics software.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 040 or equivalent.
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PSY 183 - Capstone Research Integration Course Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Provides a capstone experience in which students integrate the knowledge and understanding of organizational behavior and leadership that they acquire in other courses in the concentration. Students work together in small groups on a single project throughout the term. Each group selects a research topic in consultation with the instructor. The project requires that data be collected from an industrial, public, voluntary, or non-profit organization. Using valid diagnostic procedures, students examine the psychological, structural, environmental, political, and cultural factors that affect organization systems.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 001 or 001A .
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PSY 190 - Research Seminar: Cognitive Psychology Semester Hours: 4
Periodically
Problems and methods of research on selected areas of human cognition, such as perception, memory, and problem solving. Oral presentations are required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 141 , and either 164 or 166 .
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PSY 192 - Research Seminar: Animal Learning and Cognition Semester Hours: 4
Periodically
Problems and methods of research in learning and cognition in both human and nonhuman animals, involving basic behavioral mechanisms (e.g., learning by trial-and-error and reinforcement), as well as complex cognitive processes (e.g., insightful problem-solving and tool-use). Oral presentations will be required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 141 and 110 . (Formerly Research Seminar: Operant Behavior.)
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PSY 194 - Research Seminar: Neuroscience Semester Hours: 4
Fall, Spring
Problems and methods of research in neuroscience, including biopsychology, cognitive neuroscience, and clinical neuropsychology. Experimental designs involving neuroimaging, EEG, and other advanced methodologies will be discussed. Oral presentations will be required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 141 and either 166 , 170 or 177 . (Formerly Research Seminar: Behavioral Neuroscience.)
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PSY 196 - Research Seminar: Developmental Psychology Semester Hours: 4
Fall, Spring
Problems and methods of psychological research focusing on children and adolescents. Examination of basic experimental designs and consideration of ethical issues in developmental psychological research. Oral presentations are required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 141 and 153 .
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PSY 197 - Research Seminar: Industrial/Organizational Psychology Semester Hours: 4
Once a Year
Problems and methods of psychological research in organizational and industrial settings. Examination of basic experimental designs. Fieldwork will be included. Oral presentations are required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 141 and either PSY 159, PSY 033 or PSY 034 .
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PSY 198 - Research Seminar: Social Psychology Semester Hours: 4
Periodically
Review of research in selected areas of social psychology. Laboratory activities involving data collection and analysis will be included. Oral presentations are required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 141 and 159 .
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PSY 199 - Research Seminar: Clinical Psychology Semester Hours: 4
Once a Year
Evaluation of clinical research in the areas of assessment and diagnosis, psychopathology models and psychotherapy effectiveness. Oral presentations are required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 141 and PSY 139 .
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