PSYC 101. General Psychology. 3-3-0. Prerequisite: Eligibility for enrollment in ENGL 101 or higher. An introduction to the science and profession of psychology. [LCCN: CPSY 2013] (42.0101)
PSYC 131. Helping Individuals and Families. 3-3-0. Principles and techniques of helping individuals and families (35.0101)
PSYC 203. Personal and Social Adjustment. 3-3-0. Meaning and characteristics of adjustments; varieties, causes, and prevention of maladjustments; development of well adjusted personality; principles of mental hygiene that facilitate and maintain healthy personality. (42.9999)
PSYC 204. Psychology of Personality. 3-3-0. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. Major contemporary theories; emphasis on the development and structure of personality. (42.9999)
PSYC 205. Applied Psychology. 3-3-0. Overview of the practical value of psychology and its application to the quality of life and the human potential, mental and physical health, education, industry, the environment, consumer behavior, crime and law enforcement. (42.9999)
PSYC 206. Child Psychology. 3-3-0. Prerequisite: Completion of 30 or more non-developmental hours. Behavior and activities of the child through late childhood with special attention to such topics as heredity and early development, motor and emotional development, mental and social growth, and play of the child. Clinical methods emphasized. Credit toward graduation may not be earned in this course and PSYC 212. [LCCN: CPSY 2313] (42.2703)
PSYC 207. Organizational Psychology. 3-3-0. Principles of contemporary human management in various life work styles. (42.2804)
PSYC 208. Statistics. 3-3-0. Prerequisite: C or better in a non-remedial MATH. An introduction to descriptive and inferential statistical methods. (42.9999)
PSYC 209. Research Designs and Methods. 3-3-0. Prerequisites: C or better in ENGL 102 and PSYC 208 or consent of instructor. Co-registration required in PSYC 219. Application of scientific methodology to the study of human and animal behavior. (42.2704)
PSYC 210. Adolescent and Adult Development. 3-3-0. Prerequisite: Completion of 30 or more non developmental hours. Life span approach to the development of the individual from adolescence through early adulthood. Credit toward graduation may not be earned in this course and PSYC 212. [LCCN: CPSY 2213] (42.2703)
PSYC 211. Social Psychology. 3-3-0. The individual and interpersonal relationships; cultural forces as they affect attitude, social learning, perception and communication of the individual and the group. [LCCN: CPSY 2413] (42.2707)
PSYC 212. Life Span Developmental Psychology. 3-3-0. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. Physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development across the life span. Credit toward graduation may not be earned both in this course and PSYC 206, 210, or 220. [LCCN: CPSY 2113] (42.2703)
PSYC 219. Research Designs and Methods Lab. 1-1-1. Prerequisites: C or better in ENGL 102 and PSYC 208. Co-registration required in PSYC 209. A laboratory course to accompany PSYC 209. Emphasis on the acquisition of research skills, including reviewing the literature, collecting and analyzing data and writing in APA style. (42.2704)
PSYC 220. Middle School Child Psychology. 3-3-0. Prerequisite: Completion of 30 or more non-developmental hours. Lifespan approach to the development of the individual from fourth to eighth grade. Clinical methods emphasized. Ten hours of field experience required. Credit toward graduation may not be earned in this course and PSYC 212. (42.2703)
PSYC 232. Psychology of Creativity in Early Childhood. 3-3-0. Experiential activities designed to foster and support optimal cognitive development for young children. (19.0706)
PSYC 234. Changing Home and Family. 3-3-0. Application of principles of family life. (19.0704)
PSYC 301. Abnormal Psychology. 3-3-0. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. Dynamics of abnormal disorders of psychological origin, disorders associated with brain pathology, and the diagnosis and treatment of abnormal behavior. (42.9999)
PSYC 302. Psychological Measurement. 3-3-0. Basic principles of psychological testing with critical consideration of standardization, reliability, validity, test construction, and uses and misuses of tests of intelligence, achievement, personality, aptitude, attitude, and interest. (42.9999)
PSYC 303. History of Psychology. 3-3-0. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. Historical development of psychology from Ancient Greek philosophy to modern times. Emphasis upon modern psychology (late Nineteenth Century to present). (42.9999)
PSYC 305. Physiological Psychology. 3-3-0. Prerequisites: 6 hours of Biology. Nervous system structure and functions. The correlation of physiological processes with behavior. (42.2706)
PSYC 309. Psychology of Learning. 3-3-0. Concepts and principles of learning within the context of the major theories; recent developments in the field of learning. (42.9999)
PSYC 311. Educational Psychology. 3-3-0. Prerequisite: PSYC 206 or 210. The application of psychology to teaching and learning. Emphasis is on practical application in the school setting. Ten hours in field experience required. Designed primarily for education majors. Others admitted at the discretion of the instructor. (42.2701)
PSYC 312. Applications of Research Methods. 3-1-4. Prerequisites: C or better in PSYC 209 and in either PSYC 305 or 309. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: ENGL 366 or 368 or 468. Executing and reporting the results of psychological research studies. Emphasis on the acquisition of research skills including reviewing the literature, collecting and analyzing data, and writing in APA style. (42.2704)
PSYC 313. Health psychology. 3-3-0. Prerequisites: C or better in PSYC 101 and 6 hours of Biology. This survey course will examine the contributions of psychological research to the understanding, prevention, and treatment of a variety of health concerns. (42.2810)
PSYC 360. Parenting. 3-3-0. The parenting role with emphasis on the stages of childhood and adolescence. (19.0704)
PSYC 370. Applied Perspectives on Aging. 3-3-0. Application of concepts and principles from the social, familial, and psychological perspectives of aging in current society to community settings. (30.1101)
PSYC 377. Community Health and Wellness. 3-3-0. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and 232. Concepts and topics as they relate to strengthening and guiding communities towards overall health and wellness. (42.2802)
PSYC 399. Career Planning for Psychology Majors. 1-1-0. Prerequisite: PSYC 204. Planned around the interests and needs of the students to introduce them to the world of work, and/or graduate programs. (42.9999)
PSYC 401. Senior Research Seminar. 3-1-4. Prerequisites: C or better in PSYC 208, 209, 301, 302, 303, 305, 309, 312, and 399 or consent of instructor. A capstone course for graduating senior psychology majors. Requires successful completion of both internal and external examinations covering prerequisite courses as well as submission of an acceptable senior project. (42.2704)
PSYC 402. Psychology of Counseling. 3-3-0. Prerequisites: PSYC 204 and junior standing. Theories of counseling and their application to educational, social welfare agencies, mental health and private practice. (42.2803)
PSYC 406. Research in Psychology. 3-3-0. Prerequisites: Psychology major, senior standing and permission of the instructor. Designed for psychology major planning to attend graduate school. Emphasis on the development and utilization of basic research skills. May be repeated for credit if content differs. (42.9999)
PSYC 407. Special Topics in Psychology. 3-3-0. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. In depth reading, study and/or presentation in a specialized area of psychology. May be repeated for credit when content differs. (42.9999)
PSYC 408. Comparative Psychology. 3-3-0. Animal and human behavior from an evolutionary perspective. (42.9999)
PSYC 448. Applied Family Resource Management. 3-3-0. The application of principles of family resource management. (19.0707)
PSYC 461. Families in Crisis. 3-3-0. Helping families and individuals in crisis situations. (42.2808)
PSYC 464. Professional Practice in Family Services. 3-3-0. Prerequisites: PSYC 131 and 234, and senior standing. Theory and practice of interviewing, helping, and enabling individuals and families in a community agency setting. (42.2803)
PSYC 471. Families and Addiction. 3-3-0. Family systems, life cycle transitions, developmental theory, multicultural and diversity issues related to addiction. (42.2811)
PSYC 475. Comprehensive Exams. 2-2-0. Prerequisite: Must be a graduating senior in Psychology. Students will complete the internal and external comprehensive exams for Psychology majors. Additionally, students will receive instruction and guidance on the proper way to complete graduate applications and resume/curriculum vitae development. (42.9999)
PSYC 480. Multicultural Concepts. 3-3-0. Philosophical and theoretical perspectives on current practices in multiculturalism work with individuals. (19.0707)
PSYC 481. Scholarly Writing and Professional Communication in Psychology. 3-3-0. Must be a graduating senior in Psychology Pre-Counseling program; concurrently enrolled in PSYC 482, 483, and 484. The application of research and written skills related to specific interests in psychology. (42.9999)
PSYC 482. Pre-Counseling Seminar. 3-3-0. Prerequisite: Psychology Pre-Counseling major. Must be taken in the last 12 hours of coursework in conjunction with PSYC 481, PSYC 483 and PSYC 484. Synthesis and application of theoretical concepts, professional development, and application to the workforce. (42.9999)
PSYC 483. Pre-Counseling Internship I. 3-0-12. Prerequisite: Permission of department head. 180 hours of work experience in the intern’s major field of interest in child, family, and social services. (42.2803)
PSYC 484. Pre-Counseling Internship II. 3-0-12. Prerequisites: Permission of department head and completion of PSYC 483. 180 hours of work experience in the intern’s major field of interest in child, family, and social services. (42.2803)
PSYC 506. Applied Behavior Analysis. 3-3-0. Techniques for remedying and preventing problem behavior and for developing acceptable behavior in school and school settings. Su and Fa only. (42.2806)
PSYC 507. Statistical Analysis and Research Methods. 3-3-0. Research design, statistical analysis of data, and program evaluation of psychological and counseling services. Su and Fa only. (42.9999)
PSYC 523. Crisis Prevention and Intervention. 3-3-0. Review of principles and research related to resilience, strategies to support crisis prevention, and evidence-based strategies for effective crisis response and recovery. Su only. (42.805)
PSYC 530. School Psychology Externship I. 3-2-8. Prerequisites: PSYC 504 and 505, 516 or 519 and 527 and recommendation of program faculty. Supervised field experience in an approved public school setting or other agency serving school age children. A part time placement with primarily training but some service functions. S or U assigned upon completion of course. (42.2806)
PSYC 531. School Psychology Externship II. 3-2-8. Prerequisites: PSYC 514 and 530. Supervised field experience in an approved public school setting or other agency serving school age children. A part time placement with emphasis given to more complex consultation and individual/group problems. S or U assigned upon completion of course. (42.2806)
PSYC 532. School Psychology Internship I. 6-0-35. Prerequisites: Completion of all course work and approval of Department head. Full time supervised off campus placement in an approved public school setting. S or U assigned upon completion of course. (42.2806)
PSYC 533. School Psychology Internship II. 6-0-35. Prerequisite: PSYC 532. Full time supervised off campus placement in an approved setting with emphasis given to more severe or complex cases/situations. S or U assigned upon completion of course. (42.2806)
PSYC 598. Specialist’s Comprehensive Examination in School Psychology. 0-0-5. Prerequisites: Approval of major professor and program committee chair. S or U assigned upon completion of the examination. (42.2806)