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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a broad introduction to Forensic Psychology. Emphasis is on the role of forensic psychologists and other forensics professionals in a variety of legal matters. Students will learn about profiling, lie detection, insanity and competency, and child custody as well as several other issues related to the practice of forensic psychology. Cross-listed as FOR 301. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or by permission of instructor for FOR 103.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of theories and research concerned with human cognitive processes. Topics include attention, memory, problem solving, and concept formation. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or by permissio of instructor.
Prerequisite:
PSY101
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to allow students to explore in depth a specific topic or area of psychology. Topics will vary from year to year and might include coping and adaptation, history and systems of psychology, psychology of eating and eating disorders, or evaluation of self-help literature and programs. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the scientific method employed by psychologists. Topics include sampling, validity and reliability, experimentation, and field research. Students also conduct laboratory assignments on areas within learning, cognition, and social psychology. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 and 213 or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of individual characteristics from four conceptual strategies: psychoanalytic, dispositional, phenomenological, and behavioral. All conceptual strategies address issues of theory, assessment, research, and personality change. Emphasis is on enduring principles and contemporary issues, illustrated with selected examples and personal application. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or by permission of instructor.
Prerequisite:
PSY101
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3.00 Credits
A survey of concepts and data related to the arousal and direction of behavior. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101
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PSY101
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3.00 Credits
An overview of the principles and research associated with modern learning theory. Topics include classical conditioning, operant learning, reinforcement theory, and stimulus control of behavior. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or by permission of instructor.
Prerequisite:
PSY101
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3.00 Credits
An examination of human social behavior with an emphasis on social influences that people have upon the beliefs or behaviors of others. The course covers methods of inquiry as well as the scientific study of how we think about, influence, and relate to one another. Representative topics include conformity, persuasion, social cognition, prejudice, aggression, and interpersonal relationships. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101
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PSY101
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3.00 Credits
A study of definitions of normality and abnormality, functional and organic syndromes, theories of causation, and procedures for the diagnosis and modification of disturbed behavior. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or by permission of instructor.
Prerequisite:
PSY101
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3.00 Credits
The influence of drugs on behavior and psychological state. Topics include neuron morphology, neurochemistry, principles of pharmacology, and the action and effects of psychotropic drugs. Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 or permission of the instructor.
Prerequisite:
PSY101
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