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3.00 Credits
Psychological investigation of developmental factors in the crucial period of adolescence and analysis of youth problems in contemporary society. Offered annually in the Spring semester. Prerequisite: PSY 101. This course develops and assesses the skills and competencies for the program student learning outcome of Specific Focuses in Psychology. In addition, this course also addresses the program student learning outcomes of 1) Scientific Method and its Application in the Field of Psychology and 2) Cross-Cultural Psychology.
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Introduction to quantitative research methodology and design; the research process; measurement; sampling; ethics in social research; survey, experimental and field research. As one of the requirements for this course, students will complete a research paper. Offered annually in the Spring semester. Prerequisite: PSY 315. This course develops and assesses the skills and competencies for the program student learning outcome of the Scientific Method and its Application in the Field of Psychology. In addition, this course also addresses the program student learning outcomes Cross-Cultural Psychology.
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This course examines vocational values, interests, and aptitudes in the identification and development of a career in the Behavioral Sciences, specifically Behavioral Sciences (Sociology, Social Services), Criminal Justice, Environmental Studies, and Psychology. The vital role of a student's academic background is explored relative to creating a goodness-of-fit between the student and the world of work. Students will be introduced to career guidance programs, develop a career personality profile, generate a career road map, and investigate/utilize career development tools and techniques. A broad spectrum of resources will be explored against the backdrop of local, national, and international job market trends, and the goals, interests and abilities of the job seeker. Behavioral Science Division requirement, cross-listed as AN/CJ/ENV/GE/SO 327. Offered annually in the Fall semester. Prerequisite: PSY 101
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3.00 Credits
Role of psychology in human experience as it relates to sexuality; development of individual self-concepts regarding sexuality as they relate to socially accepted behavior. Offered annually in the Fall semester. Prerequisite: PSY 101. This course develops and assesses the skills and competencies for the program student learning outcome of Specific Focuses in Psychology. In addition, this course also addresses the program student learning outcomes of 1) Scientific Method and its Application in the Field of Psychology and 2) Cross-Cultural Psychology.
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3.00 Credits
Study of the development, treatment, and prevention of psychological disorders. Presentation of the dynamics of abnormal behavior from a biological, psychological, and socio-cultural context. Current research and assessment tools will also be covered. Offered each semester. Prerequisite: PSY 101. This course develops and assesses the skills and competencies for the program student learning outcome of Life Span Development. In addition, this course also addresses the program student learning outcomes of 1) Scientific Method and its Application in the Field of Psychology and 2) Cross-Cultural Psychology.
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3.00 Credits
The subfield of psychology that deals with work in commercial and industrial settings. Areas covered include job morale, satisfaction, organizational effectiveness, growth, and change. The field covers the individual worker plus the worker in a group setting. Offered annually in the Spring. Prerequisite: PSY 101. This course develops and assesses the skills and competencies for the program student learning outcome of Applied Psychology. In addition, this course also addresses the program student learning outcomes of 1) Scientific Method and its Application in the Field of Psychology and 2) Cross-Cultural Psychology.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the science and practice of community psychology. It provides an overview of theory, research and action in community psychology, which is the study and application of psychological solutions to communitybased problems. It explores the relationship between stressful environments, supportive social systems and individual and family well being to the development of mental illness. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite: PSY 101. This course develops and assesses the skills and competencies for the program student learning outcome of Specific Focuses in Psychology. In addition, this course also addresses the program student learning outcomes of 1) Scientific Method and its Application in the Field of Psychology and 2) Cross-Cultural Psychology.
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3.00 Credits
This field of psychology deals with the relationship between psychological states, social contexts, and physical reactions. The course will examine the relationship between psychology and health exploring such topics as stress, illness, exercise, nutrition, sleep, coping skills, relaxation, social support, and life-style changes. The focus of the course will be on stress management, adaptation to change, and preventative psychology. Offered each semester. Prerequisite: PSY 101. This course develops and assesses the skills and competencies for the program student learning outcome of Applied Psychology. In addition, this course also addresses the program student learning outcomes of 1) Scientific Method and its Application in the Field of Psychology and 2) Cross-Cultural Psychology.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an in-depth overview of the rapidly growing field of positive psychology. Positive psychology is a scientific approach to maximizing human potential, well-being, and happiness. The course focuses on the psychological aspects of a fulfilling and flourishing life. Human resiliency, optimism, self-esteem, empathy, friendship, love, creativity, spirituality, humor, stress management, coping, human strengths, positive outcomes, resources, wellness and positive contexts/institutions are all central to the field of positive psychology. The domain of positive psychology will also be examined from Daoist, Confucian, and Buddhist perspectives. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite: PSY 101 This course develops and assesses the skills and competencies for the program student learning outcome of Specific Focuses in Psychology. In addition, this course also addresses the program student learning outcomes of: 1) Scientific Method and its Application in the Field of Psychology and 2) Social and Cross-Cultural Psychology, 3) and Applied Psychology.
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3.00 Credits
This course is a psychological, philosophical, theological, ethical, biological, and social inquiry into the nature of death. It examines issues including life after death, assisted suicide, right to die, relationship of the medical system and right to life, bereavement, death system, and Eastern approaches to death. Fulfills interdisciplinary course requirement. Crosslisted as PH/RE 463. Offered alternate years. Prerequisites: PSY 101 or RE 103. This course develops and assesses the skills and competencies for the program student learning outcome of Specific Focuses in Psychology. In addition, this course also addresses the program student learning outcomes of 1) Scientific Method and its Application in the Field of Psychology and 2) Cross-Cultural Psychology.
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