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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Students will be introduced to the theory and research of mental processes from the initial sensation of information to the complex utilization of that information. Topics for study include sensation, perception, memory systems, comprehension, language, concept formation, and problem solving. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
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3.00 Credits
Students will explore of a wide variety of psychological issues concerning how gender issues impact both women and men. The course will foster an understanding of how the study of women's issues and gender has evolved in psychology, focusing on the biological, cognitive, and socio-cultural influences that impact our experiences with emphasis on critical analysis and discussion of research. Specific topics will include a historical review of women's roles in our culture, gender differences and similarities, biological sex differences, gender role development, gender stereotypes, relationships, sexuality, gender in the workplace, health and fitness, and psychological disorders. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides the student with an introduction to the theories and principles of behavior modification. Students will learn the fundamentals of behavioral analysis and treatment. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
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3.00 Credits
Students will be introduced to the field of personality. Major theories of personality will be covered, including those of Freud, Jung, Horney, Dollard and Miller, Wilson, Maslow, and Rogers. Contemporary applications and Internet resources will be integrated with historical perspectives in this fully on-line course using streaming audio lectures with PowerPoint slides, online discussions both live and asynchronous, web research, and online testing. Prerequisite: PSY 101.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the primary psychological issues involved in understanding the period of adolescence. Physical, emotional, social, and cognitive factors will be related to current social problems. PSY 101 strongly recommended.
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3.00 Credits
The primary objective of this advanced seminar for junior and senior psychology majors (others may register with instructor approval) is to expand the students' ability to think critically about psychology as it is represented in the media. Every major media outlet has reporters assigned to the science beat. Their mission is to publish noteworthy results BEFORE the peer-reviewed articles actually reach the public. Psychology majors should have the ability, and take on the responsibility of serving as "information leaders" as theyhelp others interpret psychology as it is presented in the media.
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3.00 Credits
The primary objective of this capstone course is to explore current issues in psychology, especially those that are of interest to students. Students will read, analyze, and discuss original research. A final project of a research paper and formal presentation is required. This course is designated as "communication intensive" and fulfils that corerequirement. Seniors only.
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3.00 Credits
Courses are devised and rotated to reflect a variety of exciting contemporary topics.
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4.00 Credits
The senior psychology major is given the opportunity to gain practical experience in a variety of fieldwork settings, examples of which include counseling centers, hospitals, nursing homes, prisons, businesses, and schools. This internship is available to seniors with good academic standing in the major and approval of the major advisor.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of values capable of sustaining meaningful adult existence in the 21st century. The course includes an historical overview of Catholicism's contributions to the contemporary search for life's meaning and value with emphasis on the evolving role of women in the church.
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