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4.00 Credits
This course introduces students to fundamental scientific methods in psychology. Students acquire a variety of research strategies ranging from observational to experimental. This includes the ability to design topic proposals, conduct basic research, gather data, perform statistical analyses, interpret results, critique published research, read and write in scientific style, and use the APA format. Prerequisites: Instructor approval, and completion of PSYC 1000, and STAT 2070. May be concurrently enrolled in STAT 2070.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed as a general introduction to the biological bases of behavior. Students learn the structural and functional properties of the human nervous system, although comparisons to other animals will be made. Students relate in detail healthy and impaired brain function to behavior. Topics include neural transmission, nervous system organization, sensation, perception, sleep, learning, memory, language, emotion, thirst, hunger cognition, movement, drug effects on behavior, consciousness, psychological disorders, and brain disorders. Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL 1003 or BIOL 1010 and PSYC 1000.
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3.00 Credits
Students examine the relationship between religion and human behavior, including theories of religion, the history of the psychology of religion, stages of religion development, religious experience and conversion, and religion and well being. Prerequisites: Completion of PSYC 1000 and ENGL 1010.
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3.00 Credits
Students learn how drugs affect behavior, including both psychotherapeutic agents and drugs with abuse potential. Included will be a brief introduction to the chemistry of the brain and how drugs may have their effects, as well as behavioral, social, historical, and medical aspects of each major class of psychoactive drugs. Prerequisites: Completion of PSYC 1000 and ENGL 1010 or consent of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Students gain knowledge in the development and behavior of children from conception through adolescence with emphasis on the major roles played by maturation and learning. Students examine development theory, research findings, and applications to current issues in child psychology. Prerequisite: Completion of PSYC 1000 and ENGL 1010, or instructor approval.
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3.00 Credits
Students examine the common problems of adjustment with an emphasis on understanding the psychological principles and social factors that bear on mental health. Prerequisite: Completion of PSYC 1000 and ENGL 1010, or instructor approval.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a general overview of abnormal behavior, emphasizing types, etiology and treatment methods. At the completion of this course, the students demonstrate an understanding of and describe and discuss facts, principles, and concepts that are basic to a scientific understanding of mental disorders. Students also demonstrate an understanding of the behavioral, biological, cognitive, genetic, and social contributions and aspects of mental disorders as well as the psychological and psychopharmacological treatments that have been shown to be effective for the specific mental disorders. Prerequisite: Six hours in psychology, including completion of PSYC 1000 and ENGL 1010.
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3.00 Credits
Students examine general theories and concepts of social psychology. In addition, students demonstrate the ability to apply the theories in the analysis of a specific issue or social setting. Topics include research techniques, social perception, social influence, social relations, and application. The entering student should have a solid understanding of basic concepts of psychology (PSYC 1000) as well as good writing skills (ENGL 1010). Prerequisite: Completion of PSYC 1000 and ENGL 1010, or instructor approval.
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3.00 Credits
Students practice using systematic knowledge from psychology to understand and explain individual human behavior within organizations. Students explore interactions in organizations by examining human perceptions, communications, small group dynamics, power, quality of work life and leadership. Students demonstrate how both organizational goals and personal goals fit within organizations. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 0810 or equivalent placement test score.
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1.00 Credits
Students consolidate the entire spectrum of their educational experience to design a post-graduation plan for transfer and/or employment. Students engage in a service learning project to enhance civic responsibility. Students reflect upon major competencies developed over their time as a student at LCCC. Students integrate their cumulative knowledge into a portfolio. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 1010, PSYC 2000, PSYC 2300, PSYC 2340, and PSYC 2380 or instructor consent.
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