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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed for the student who wishes to gain a broad perspective on the entire range of human development, from conception to old age. We explore the common principles which describe developmental changes across all ages, as well as the differences in thought, emotion and behavior from age to age. The theories of Piaget and Erikson are particularly useful to understand both the commonalities as well as the differences.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Study and descriptions of various forms of abnormal behavior and the relation between abnormal behavior and values. Various models em- ployed to understand abnormal behavior are evaluated. Prerequisite: Psychology 101.
  • 4.00 Credits

    We will study principles of development from infancy through middle childhood. We examine social, emotional, cognitive changes, as well as the role of parents, schools, and community in supporting that development. Learning to observe and/or interview children is an important part of the course. Prerequisite: Psychology 101.
  • 4.00 Credits

    We will study physical, cognitive, emotional, social and moral development during the period of transition from childhood to adulthood. We will look at the influence of family, peers, schools and culture by using different theoretical perspectives to analyze case studies. Prerequisite: Psychology 101.
  • 1.00 - 4.00 Credits

    From time to time, the department will offer special topics in psychology, based on particular interests of department members or the availability of visiting faculty.
  • 1.00 - 4.00 Credits

    Students may arrange to pursue topics of individual interest upon making an individual agreement with a faculty member.
  • 1.00 - 4.00 Credits

    In a placement at a social service, mental health, research, or child care agency, the student will participate in the activities of the agency, supervised by the on-campus supervisor as well as an agency supervisor. Students will participate in on-campus discussions of readings which raise a variety of ethical issues. In a journal, students will reflect upon their experiences. In a formal paper, students will analyze and discuss the organizational structures and staff-client relationships. Permission of instructor required. We expect that students who enroll in Field Experience (298) will have minimal background in psychology (perhaps only General Psychology and a one-credit-hour course) and/or want to observe at an agency that does not provide training or allow undergraduates direct interaction with clients. We expect that students who enroll in an Internship (498) will have a more extensive background in the social sciences and will be trained by the agency to work with clients. Will be offered every year. Students must arrange an internship prior to registration for the term in which they plan to complete their hours at the agency. Hours worked at the agency may be completed during any term. On-campus discussions will be arranged as needed.
  • 4.00 Credits

    This course will focus on the methods used in program and policy evaluation. The topics will include instruments design, data collection procedures, needs assessment and utilization of findings. The role and responsibilities of evaluators will be examined. Material will be drawn mainly from the literature dealing with health and social service delivery systems. Prerequisite: Mathematics 108 or Psychology 215.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course examines the philosophical, historical, legal and ethical foundations of services for individuals with disabilities. Characteristics of specific disabilities, etiology, and socio-psychological implications are explored. Categorical and non-categorical classification systems; assessment, diagnosis and evaluation; and educational adaptations and assistive technologies are included. Participants will explore the impact on families of disabilities at different life stages, from infancy and early childhood to adolescence and adulthood. Includes observation at a community site. Also listed as Education 324.
  • 4.00 Credits

    An examination of the physiological correlates of behavior with emphasis on the nervous and endocrine systems. Beginning with neuroanatomy, the course will examine vertebrate and invertebrate nervous systems, sensory and motor processes, mechanisms of arousal, and nervous system development. Laboratories focus on the relations between physiology and behavior, and will prepare students for further independent work. Prerequisites: Psychology 101, either Biology 215 or Psychology 215 , and Biology 152. Also listed as Biology 327. Materials fee of $50.
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