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Course Criteria
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4.00 Credits
The logic of scientific thought in the preparation and execution of psychological research, focusing on the role of the experiment in psychology. Includes the preparation of a literature review and a research proposal. Prerequisite: Upper division standing; PSYC 349 and 349L
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4.00 Credits
Advanced class on the early development of cognition and perception. Topics include physiological basis of perception, color perception, oculomotor development, speech perception, intermodal perception, proprioception memory, language, intelligence, social cognition, and contextual influences, with theoretical perspectives on the nature of cognitive development and their application. Prerequisite: Upper division standing, PSYC 234, PSYC 349 and 349L.
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4.00 Credits
An advanced class on early cognitive development with particular focus on the development of language, social cognition, and problem-solving skills. Theoretical perspectives and methods of inquiry are examined and critiqued, and practical application of empirical findings is emphasized. Prerequisite: Upper division standing, PSYC 234, PSYC 349 and 349L.
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4.00 Credits
Psychological and social implications of death and dying as experienced by the terminally ill patient and significant others. Introduction to investigative techniques in homicide and suicide; analysis of equivocal deaths; the psychological autopsy. Offered alternate years.
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3.00 Credits
Variable content to focus on the interface of psychology and one or more disciplines.
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the application of psychological topics to law, including the legal process; trials and juries; eyewitness testimony; presentation of scientific evidence; and the use of social science in the legal system. Prerequisite: PSYC 104.
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4.00 Credits
An examination of religious behavior from a psychological (theoretical and methodological) perspective. Focus is on the development of religion and religious socialization; religious experience; religion and death; the social psychology of religious organizations; coping and adjustment; and religion and mental disorder. Prerequisite: PSYC 104.
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4.00 Credits
Focuses on the perception and cognition of music. Topics include the sense and perception of sound, timbre, consonance, dissonance, musical scales, attention and memory of melody, rhythm, and the organization of time, and cross-cultural universals. Prerequisite: PSYC 104.
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4.00 Credits
Application of psychological theory and research methods to political science topics. Examination of the way that politics is influenced by characteristics of people (abilities, personalities, values, attitudes), as well as the way that people are influenced by the political environment (institutions, information, norms). Major theories and approaches in personality and social psychology are used to explore the topics of political leaders, political followers, public opinion, tolerance and intolerance, and international relations. Prerequisite: PSYC 104. (Identical to PLSC 488E.)
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to sport and exercise psychology as an academic discipline with a focus on using empirical evidence in an applied fashion. The ways in which psychological factors influence participation and performance in sport and exercise will be examined, as well as the effects of exercise/sport on psychological well-being of an individual. Topics include goal-setting; team cohesion; psychological skills training; competition anxiety; self-confidence and motivation; coach-athlete communication; attention, concentration, and imagery; and burnout in athletes. Crosslisted with PETH 418E.
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