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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
A broad-based approach is taken in order to understand human development across the life span, from conception to death. Issues studied include biological, social, and behavioral influences on development. A scientific approach is used in examining key past forces that shape the individual. (Students may not earn credit for 307 if they have taken 306.)
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1.00 - 4.00 Credits
Independent Studies hrs
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
A study of the biological foundations of behavior: the neural and glandular structures and functions, the sensory and motor equipment, and their significance for a psychological understanding of behavior. Psychopharmacology is discussed as it relates to drug effects on the neuron.Disorders that have a neurological (e.g., progressive supranuclear palsy) or developmental (e.g.,agenesis of the corpus callosum) are discussed.Offered fall semester, even numbered years.
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
The course investigates major contemporary theories of personality and its formation. Different viewpoints about the nature and functioning of personality are compared and evaluated. The concept of personality is related to such major issues of human nature as determinism vs. free will, rationality, hedonism and unconscious mechanisms. Spring semester.
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
A survey of the major principles, concepts and instruments employed in psychological assessment, diagnosis and counseling, with special attention to reliability, validity, and construction of tests, and interpretation of results.Offered based upon student demand and faculty availability.
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2.00 - 3.00 Credits
An introduction to theory, research and practice in behavior modification.It is intended that this course will function not only to familiarize the student with the field, but that it will assist in further reading and research. While the emphasis is "academic," theclinical and applied considerations will be an integral part of the course. Offered based upon student demand and faculty availability.
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
An introduction to the experimental methods, statistical analysis and procedures used in psychological research. Students participate in experiments, collecting data, analyzing data through statistics and writing results in APA style. Lecture and laboratory. Required for psychology majors. Normally taken fall semester of sophomore or junior year.
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
In-depth treatment of hypothesis testing, research design, data analysis, and sampling. Emphasis on application of scientific reasoning. Students conduct an empirical study from design through data collection, analysis, and reporting. Required of majors. Normally taken spring semester of sophomore or junior year. Prerequisite: PSY 320.
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
The rise and growth of modern psychology in its contemporary expressions. Attention is given to origins, major developments, and ongoing trends in psychological thought. The role of psychological thought in individual and societal change is considered. Required of majors. Normally taken fall semester senior year.Prerequisites:PSY 320,321,317.
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3.00 - 4.00 Credits
Exploration of clinical psychology as a profession with inquiry into professional relationships and organizations. Psychotherapeutic treatment of behavioral disorders, an introduction to psychological testing, recording of progress notes/reports,and legal/forensic issues are explored. Spring semester. Prerequisites: PSY 303, and two other PSY courses OR permission of instructor.
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