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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Spring Semester An examination of major theoretical models used in counseling, and applications of theories to the counseling process. A background in both abnormal psychology and personality theory will be presupposed. Prerequisite: Any 2000-level PSY course.
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Fall Semester Studies the emerging field of Neuroscience, with a focus on theories of how brain function creates our higher psychological processes, e.g., attention, memory, perception, and language. Problems to be explored include the role of brain mechanisms in human development, learning, motivation, emotion, sexuality, aggression, addiction, and mental illness. Specific attention will be devoted to the neuropsychology of learning disabilities. Prerequisite: Any 2000-level PSY course.
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Offered Periodically This course examines both the physiological and psychological nature and consequences of stress and trauma. The primary objective is to familiarize students with methods, theories, and research in the study of stress. Topics will include basic models of stress, arousal, and emotion; learned helplessness; life change and stress; behavioral style, personality, and their links to illness; social support; crowding; institutional and organizational stress; post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and stress management. Readings will be derived from primary journal articles, as well as from chapters from books written by experts in the area. Prerequisite: Any 2000-level PSY course.
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3.00 Credits
Offered Periodically This course examines the topic of prejudice as viewed by Social Psychology. The goal of the course is to familiarize students with current and classical social-psychological theory and research regarding prejudice, especially prejudice related to race and culture. Topics will include historical approaches to understanding prejudice, personality approaches, social categorization and stereotyping, “modern” racism, the social consequences of prejudice,and ways to combat prejudice. Because some of the topics may be controversial, students will be expected to view such topics in a dispassionate, scientific manner. Prerequisite: Any 2000-level PSY course.
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This course concerns the application of psychological principles, theory and research to the problems of human beings working in business and industrial settings. The course will survey major topics in human resources (e.g. personnel selection and training), organizational behavior (e.g. leadership and motivation), and job design and workplace characteristics (e.g. workplace technology and occupational health). Students will learn the techniques and procedures that can achieve the goal of developing capable, satisfied and productive employees. Prerequisite: Any 2000-level PSY course.
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3.00 Credits
Spring Semester This course will study the social, psychological and cultural forces that promote violence among people and the consequences of violence and terror. It will examine the use of violence and its impact on victims. Particular attention will be given to the effects of traumatic stress on law enforcement and public safety practitioners, and the role of community cohesion in moderating the effects of disaster and terror. Prerequisite: Any 2000-level PSY course.
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3.00 Credits
Alternate Fall Semesters This course will explore the various theories and studies detailing the development of moral thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Problems in character development will be addressed, along with strategies for fostering morality. Consideration will be given to the effects of temperament, gender, family and culture. Prerequisite: Any 2000-level PSY course.
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3.00 Credits
Spring Semester Critically examines the relationship between behavior and health vs. illness. Topics explored will include the effects of diet, stress, smoking, obesity, exercise, and drug usage on our longterm health. We will also examine the relationship between lifestyle and behavior and heart disease. Special attention will be devoted to the relationship between sexual behavior and sexually transmitted diseases such as AIDS. This course satisfies the wellness requirement. Prerequisite: Any 2000-level PSY course.
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3.00 Credits
Provides an opportunity for Junior and Senior Psychology majors to obtain supervised experience tutoring Psychology students. Prerequisite: Any 2000-level PSY course.
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3.00 Credits
Fall Semester This course examines the social, psychological and interpersonal impact of Internet use on users and society. Topics include the origins and evolution of the Internet; social characteristics of Internet users; the dynamics of computer-mediated communication and social influence; Internet use, addiction and depression; and the development of romantic relationships on-line. The course format will consist of discussion and informal presentations. Grades are based on class participation, in-class presentations, an exam, written assignments and a final project. Readings will be selected from the writing of the instructor and internationally recognized experts in this fascinating and emerging area of study. Students will be encouraged to construct a personal web site and to demonstrate their knowledge of Internet technology. Prerequisite: Any 2000-level PSY course.
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