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2011-2012 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]
Psychology Courses
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Psychology
Psychology (PSY)
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PSY 1 - 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 7, 25 and 27. Credit given for this course or New College SPB1, not both. Four-s.h. sections open only to first-year students enrolled in the FYC program.
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PSY 1A - (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 1 , not both.
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PSY 3 - 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, interpersonal abuse, sexuality). Topics vary depending on their social significance. Guest speakers representing the fields of psychology, psychiatry and social work are featured. Students are required to submit independent research papers on each topic.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A . Recommended for second-semester freshmen and sophomores.
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PSY 7 - (BH) Fundamental Perspectives in Psychology Semester Hours: 3-4
Fall, Spring, Summer
Detailed examination of selected major areas of research in psychology, such as natural and artificial intelligence, and physiological and psychological aspects of emotionality.
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 11 - Behavior Modification Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring
Major principles of behavior modification through the application of reinforcement and token economies, techniques of selfcontrol, desensitization, relaxation and biofeedback will be studied.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A . (Formerly PSY 111.)
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PSY 12 - Psychology and the Law Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring
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 1 or 1A . Credit given for this course or New College SPG 10, not both.
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PSY 12S - 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 12F or 12S seminar.
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PSY 14F - 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 14F or 12F seminar and
only one 14S or 12S seminar
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PSY 14S - 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 14F or 12F seminar and
only one 14S or 12S seminar.
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PSY 25 - (BH) Psychology of Prejudice Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
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 26 - Psychology of Women Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
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 1 or 1A . Junior standing or higher.
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PSY 27 - (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 33 - Industrial Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring, Summer
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 1 or 1A . Credit given for this course or New College SPG 19, not both.
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PSY 34 - Organizational Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring, Summer
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 1 or 1A .
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PSY 35 - Psychology of Personality Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring, Summer
Personality organization, factors influencing development, methods of appraisal and personality theories.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A . Credit given for this course or New College SPG 2, not both.
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PSY 37 - Industrial Behavior Modification Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
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 1 or 1A .
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PSY 39 - Abnormal Psychology Semester Hours: 3
The description, etiology, course, and treatment of psychological disorders.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A . Credit given for this course or New College SPG 14, not both.
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PSY 40 - 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, 3 hours laboratory.)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A and one of the following courses: MATH 8 , 40 , 45 , 50 , 61 , 61A or 71 . Credit given for this course, BIO 100 , or SOC 180 .
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PSY 53 - Child Development Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring, Summer
Development of human behavior from the prenatal period through childhood.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A . (Formerly Child Psychology.)
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PSY 54 - Adolescent Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring, Summer
Development of behavior from adolescence through maturity.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A .
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PSY 55 - Psychology of the Mentally Retarded Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
The physical, intellectual, social and emotional characteristics of the mentally retarded. Special consideration will be given to the various categories of mentally retarded children, to their educational requirements and their adjustment needs in the home and community. Related research findings will be summarized and evaluated.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A .
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PSY 57 - Clinical, Counseling and Community Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
Theories, principles and practices for assessing personality and helping people in various settings to realize their potentials.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A .
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PSY 58 - Theory and Principles of Psychotherapy Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
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 1 or 1A .
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PSY 60 - Psychology of Physical Disability Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
Psychological factors in disability and adjustment to disability.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A .
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PSY 61 - (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 62 - Psychology of Dreams Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
The psychology of primary process thinking. Major theories of dreaming, e.g., Freud, Jung, Hall, Perls, etc. The course will deal with both theories and empirical data as well as practical applications.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A .
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PSY 63 - Adult Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
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 1 or 1A .
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PSY 65 - 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 1 or 1A .
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PSY 70 - Evolutionary Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Once a Year
A critical examination of theory and research in evolutionary psychology, an approach that draws upon the insights of evolutionary biology, cognitive psychology, and the neurosciences to explain the mechanisms of human thought and behavior as evolutionary adaptations to the challenges faced by our ancestors. The course will cover the application of this approach to such topics as sex roles, morality, food preferences, cooperation and war.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A .
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PSY 76 - The Psychology of Hypnosis Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
Major theories of hypnosis. The phenomena elicitable under hypnosis and its clinical application and techniques. The course will cover both research and clinical applications.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A , permission of instructor.
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PSY 78 - 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 1 or 1A . (Formerly PSY 178.)
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PSY 85 - Psychological Aspects of Human Sexual Behavior Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring, Summer
Focus on behavioral, emotional and cognitive components of human sexual behavior. Normal and deviant syndromes are considered.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A .
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PSY 88 - Theories and Practice of Interviewing Semester Hours: 3
Periodically
Emphasis upon the data obtained from the initial interview, reporting of test findings and establishment of rapport.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A . No liberal arts credit.
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PSY 89 - 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 1 . Same as PHA 116 , however, psychology students must register for PSY 89 .
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PSY 99 - 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 - Honors in Psychology 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 1 or 1A . 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.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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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 1 or 1A . 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 learning and conditioning with animals and human beings.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A .
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PSY 139 - Psychopathology Semester Hours: 3
Fall, January, Spring, Summer
An in-depth examination of current theory and research related to the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A .
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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 preentation is required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 40 or equivalent. Students are advised to take this course no later than their junior year.
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PSY 150 - Contemporary Developmental Science Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring
Intensive examination of selected areas of research on age-related changes in behavior, cognition and social interaction.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A .
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PSY 151 - Independent Readings in Psychology Semester Hours: 1-4
Fall, Spring
Individual written report based on assigned readings.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A . 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 1 or 1A . Open only to seniors with permission of department chairperson.
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PSY 159 - Social Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring
Study of basic issues including social perception, prejudice, attitude theory and methodology.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A . Credit given for this course or New College SPG 9, not both.
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PSY 164 - Cognition Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring, Summer
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 1 or 1A . (Formerly Perception and Cognition.)
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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 1 or 1A .
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PSY 170 - Clinical Neuropsychology Semester Hours: 3
Fall
Introduction to the relationship between neurological and neurochemical functioning and bahavior 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 1 or 1A .
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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 1 or 1A .
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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 1 or 1A . 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 40 or equivalent.
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PSY 177 - Behavioral Neuroscience Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring
Biological bases of language, sensation, perception, movement, arousal, sleep, motivation, emotionality, learning, memory, mental disorders, and drug-taking behavior.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 1 or 1A . Credit given for this course or New College SPG 13/NGG 1. (Formerly Biopsychology.)
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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 1 or 1A . No liberal arts credit.
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PSY 180 - Work Motivation: Theory and Applications Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
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 1 or 1A .
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PSY 181 - Leadership and Group Processes Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
Presents a broad review and analysis of leadership in organizations and
groups. Examines organizational work groups 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 34; SOC 81 or PSY 141.
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PSY 182 - Advanced Data Analysis Semester Hours: 1
Once a year
Advanced data analytic skills such as multiple regression, path analysis, and MANOVA are taught using statistics software.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 40 or equivalent.
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PSY 183 - Capstone Research Integration Course Semester Hours: 3
Once a year
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 1 or 1A .
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PSY 190 - Research Seminar: Cognitive Psychology Semester Hours: 4
Once a year
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 , 166 , 170 , or 177 .
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PSY 192 - Research Seminar: Operant Behavior Semester Hours: 4
Every other year
Study and selected applications of behavioral laws typical of such problem areas as motivation, discrimination learning, punishment, etc. Practical experience with procedures and apparatus used with animal subjects will be provided in weekly laboratory sessions. Oral presentations are required.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 141 .
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PSY 194 - Research Seminar: Behavioral Neuroscience Semester Hours: 4
Periodically
Problems and methods of research in selected areas of biopsychology, such as magnetic resonance imaging and electroencephalography. Oral presentations are required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 141 and either 166 , 170 or 177 . (Formerly Research Seminar: Physiological Psychology; Research Seminar: Biopsychology.)
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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 either PSY 53 or PSY 150 .
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PSY 197 - Research Seminar: Industrial/Organizationl 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 11 , PSY 33 or PSY 34 . (Formerly Research Seminar: Industrial Psychology.)
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PSY 198 - Research Seminar: Social Psychology Semester Hours: 4
Every other year
Experience in selected areas including small group processes, attitude change, leadership, laboratory exercises and fieldwork will be included. Oral presentations are required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.)
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
PSY 141 and PSY 159 or equivalent.
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Summer Session I 2026
Summer Session II 2026
Summer Session III 2026
Fall 2026
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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 either PSY 39 or PSY 57 or PSY 139 .
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Summer Session I 2026
Summer Session II 2026
Summer Session III 2026
Fall 2026
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