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3.00 Credits
Students will explore research design, analyses, and computer applications in the areas of cognition, learning, sensation and perception, and development using a variety of hands-on methods. Prerequisites: PSYC 340 Statistical Procedures and PSYC 391 Research Methods.
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3.00 Credits
This course offers in-depth discipline specific cross-cultural study designed to enhance the intercultural emphasis of various academic majors. The course includes class meetings followed by travel to various locations throughout the world. Students will use core disciplinary knowledge to serve, learn and interact with other cultures. (Offered in May Term. Students must meet eligibility requirements.) Additional course fee is required.
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3.00 Credits
Students will develop skills in understanding and critically evaluating educational and psychological tests (measures of ability, achievement, personality, and vocational interest). Also, modern principles of "psychometrics" - data-based analysis of test items, scores, and interpretations - will be emphasized, particularly the reliability and validity of items and scales. Students will have hands-on experience with various tests and will computer-analyze sample data from test development projects. Prerequisites: PSYC 150 General Psychology and PSYC 340 Statistical Procedures. Recommended: PSYC 391 Research Methods.
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3.00 Credits
Using psychophysical techniques, students will study sensory systems, including vision, audition, olfaction, taste, touch, and kinesthesis. Classic and current theories of perception and sensation will be discussed. Prerequisite: PSYC 150 General Psychology.
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3.00 Credits
A study of the nature, causation, and treatment of the major psychiatric and behavioral disorders. Prerequisite: PSYC 150 General Psychology.
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3.00 Credits
Examines the complex interaction of psychological and sociological forces involved in substance abuse and addictions. Etiology, treatment options, and efficacy of treatments are reviewed. Prerequisite: PSYC 381 Counseling.
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3.00 Credits
This course will cover topics such as the human experience of the divine, the psychology of religious development, the psychology of dogmatic beliefs, ritual religious psychopathology, the psychology of conversion, and the psychology of faith. The course will also discuss and critique the body of research on religious behaviors. Prerequisite: PSYC 150 General Psychology.
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3.00 Credits
The history of the various schools of psychology, their origins, distinguishing characteristics, major contributions, theoretical positions, and contemporary issues are investigated. Required for psychology majors and minors. Prerequisite: PSYC 150 General Psychology.
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3.00 Credits
This course explores human sexuality from psychological, cultural, biological and spiritual perspectives. Topics include the physiological, psychological, and cultural variables associated with the development and manifestation of sexual identity and sexual behavior. Special attention is given to the Christian perspective and response to a highly sexualized culture.
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2.00 - 10.00 Credits
may be applied toward a psychology major. Prerequisite: upper-division majors only and by permission. Recommended: PSYC 381 Counseling or other 300-level psychology course.
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