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3.00 Credits
For students of all disciplines who wish to learn more about the stress response. Sources of stress, physiological and psychological responses to stress and other components of stress will be investigated. Students will be given relaxation training through several alternative approaches. Includes examinations from the text, completion of self-appraisals, and self-exploration through written exercises. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Examine sources of stress and theoretical underpinnings. 2. Identify personal sources of stress and the components involved. 3. Create stress reduction strategies that can be directly applied to stress related behaviors. 4. Explain stress from and emotional and biological perspective.
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3.00 Credits
For students of all disciplines wishing to expand their awareness of the effects of drugs on the human body, to learn more about local, state, and federal laws regulating the use of drugs and alcohol, to become acquainted with information which identifies and describes characteristics of users, and to recognize healthy lifestyles as a viable alternative to substance abuse. Course requires reading, in-class oral presentation, and examinations from the textbook. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate basic knowledge of the theoretical background of substance use and prevention. 2. 2. Explain the positive and negative impacts of drug use and abuse to society and individual. 3. Describe the health problems and risks associated with both illicit and legal drug use. 4. Classify major classifications of drugs and identify their methods of administration. 5. Identify and describe the physiological and psychological effects of major drug types.
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3.00 Credits
Fulfills Social/Developmental Psychology requirement for Psychology majors. The scientific study of how individuals' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by other people. Topic areas include identity, social perception, attitudes, persuasion, conformity and obedience, stereotypes and prejudice, group conflict, aggression and violence, helping behavior, and interpersonal relationships. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe how an individual's thoughts, feelings and behaviors are influenced by other people. 2. Examine how intentional and implied cognitive and emotional processing influences perceptions and interactions with others. 3. Describe and demonstrate how evidence relating to social influences and correlates of human behavior are obtained. Prerequisite: PSY 1010 (Grade C or higher); or instructor permission. FA, SP
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3.00 Credits
Fulfills Social & Behavioral Science General Education and is an approved Global and Cultural Perspectives course. Provides a basic understanding of the academic and scientific study of human sexuality with an emphasis on diversity in human sexuality. Human sexuality is examined from multiple perspectives; including historical, religious, biological, psychological, sociological, anthropological, and political; as well as medical, ethical and legal issues. The course is intended to provide an in-depth, college-level understanding of the foundations and diversity of human sexuality. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Build basic knowledge of sexuality theories and perspectives. 2. Investigate research findings related to issues of sexuality. 3. Describe sexual anatomy and physiology, as well as sexual health. 4. Explain sexual deviance and pathology. FA, SP
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4.00 Credits
Required of Psychology majors. An introduction to and application of statistical methods in psychological research. Students will design and measure psychological constructs; select, compute, and interpret descriptive and inferential statistics; use computer technology to facilitate statistical analyses; accurately represent the results of statistical analyses; and critically analyze methodological and statistical arguments. Combined lecture/lab. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply basic statistical formulas in the analysis of real-world data. 2. Utilize software in the analysis of statistical data. 3. Format and write statistical results in APA style. 4. Analyze basic statistical results. Prerequisites: PSY 2000 (Grade C or higher); and MATH 1040; or instructor permission. FA, SP
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4.00 Credits
Required of Psychology majors. An introduction to the research process; deductive and inductive reasoning in science, the nature of theory, hypothesis testing and the use of empirical data; scientific knowledge and its applications. Naturalistic, case study, correlation, and experimental research methods in Psychology will be examined. Combined lecture / lab. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Define terminology and explain concepts fundamental to research design and methodology. 2. Apply skills in using library resources for reviewing psychological literature, and understand and critically evaluate research articles collected. 3. Conduct research, perform SPSS analysis and interpret the results, and complete both a written and oral presentation of research in appropriate APA style. Prerequisites: PSY 3000; or instructor permission. FA, SP
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3.00 Credits
Required of Psychology majors seeking a Bachelors of Arts degree. An introduction to the research process; deductive and inductive reasoning in science, the nature of theory, hypothesis testing and the use of empirical data; scientific knowledge and its applications. Naturalistic, case study, correlation and experimental research methods in Psychology will be examined. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Define appropriate terminology and explain concepts fundamental to research design and methodology. 2. Evaluate research articles that demonstrate understanding and critical analysis of a topic. 3. Conduct a thorough literature review, including a complete written report in appropriate APA style. 4. Explain to others the details of research studies through an oral presentation. Prerequisites: MATH 1040 (Grade C or higher); AND PSY 2000 (Grade C or higher); or instructor permission. FA
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4.00 Credits
Develop competence in data collection, data analysis, and informative presentation of data, in particular with regard to single-subject research designs and individualized intervention plans. Emphasize legal and ethical considerations when conducting behavior analysis. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLO's) ** Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: 1) Demonstrate an understanding of ethical application of behavior analysis in real-world settings; 2) Apply appropriate skills in appropriate internship setting under authorized supervision; 3) Acquire enough supervised hours (currently 315) to qualify for BCaBA certification. Prerequisites: PSY 1010, MATH 1040. FA (even)
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3.00 Credits
For Behavioral Science majors and others interested in gender issues from a psychological perspective. Examines the topic of gender behaviors and attitudes that relate to (but are not entirely congruent with) biological sex. Discusses biological influences on gender, gender differences, gender development, and the influence of gender on various dimensions of daily life. Offered in rotation; consult class schedule. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Articulate basic knowledge of the theoretical background of gender theories. 2. Investigate the differences and similarities of gender and sex. 3. Analyze the equalities and inequalities in a cultural context regarding gender and sex. 4. Reflect on personal experience with gender and identity. Prerequisites: PSY 1010; or instructor permission.
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3.00 Credits
An historical and theoretical exploration of deviant behavior specifically analyzing particular forms of deviant behavior such as murder and rape, among other crimes. These topics will be discussed using the criminal thinking approach, sociopathic and psychopathic behavior analysis, and life course perspectives. Dual listed with CJ 3100 (students may only take one course for credit). **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Analyze examples of human behavior and relate them to the human condition. 2. Demonstrate appropriate terminology for describing deviant human behavior. 3. Apply research methods appropriate to psychology for understanding and evaluating the validity of popular claims about deviant human behavior. Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1010D (Grade C or higher for either), AND CJ 1010 or PSY 1010 (Grade C or higher for either); or instructor permission.
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