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  • 4.00 Credits

    4 hours; 4 credits A review of theories of dream interpretation within the context of the recent data collected in sleep and dream laboratories. Major theories will be compared and contrasted. Basic physiological correlates of dreaming will be discussed and empirical findings of content analysis presented. The structure and function of dreams will be compared to the structure and function of hallucinations, myths, and fairy tales. Prerequisites: ENG 151; and PSY 202 or PSY 226
  • 5.00 Credits

    3 class hours, 5 fieldwork hours; 5 credits Introduction to the principles of counseling, psychological and philosophical issues in counseling, the interview and its role in counseling. This course includes five hours per week of fieldwork experience in a school guidance setting or another psychological service. Students must reserve one day per week for this fieldwork assignment. Prerequisites: PSY 202 and permission of the instructor
  • 4.00 Credits

    4 hours; 4 credits This course will bring together two major cognitive psychology approaches to studying memory, theoretical and applied. The theoretical topics will cover the history of research on memory; classical laboratory research on short-term, working, and long-term memory; and memory impairments. The applied topics will include memory in everyday life, memory and the law, and memory improvement. Prerequisite: PSY 288 or PSY 232
  • 4.00 Credits

    4 hours; 4 credits Group experience as a path to effective interpersonal relationships. The course aims to provide an understanding of the nature of group goal setting and leadership training. Explored are one’s attitudes toward oneself and their relationship to ethnic groups and social action. A variety of encounter techniques will be used to achieve course aims. Prerequisites: At least 12 credits of psychology courses numbered 200 or higher, including at least two from PSY 202, PSY 212, PSY 226, PSY 362; and permission of the instructor
  • 4.00 Credits

    4 hours; 4 credits Critical study of a selected area of psychology. Students will be encouraged to work on experimental, theoretical, and applied problems. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
  • 4.00 Credits

    4 hours; 4 credits Introduction to the methods and theory of applied behavior analysis with a special focus on individuals with developmental disabilities. Topics include, but are not limited to, classical and operant conditioning, reinforcement theory, schedules of reinforcement, stimulus control, single-subject design, development of treatment programs, assessment procedures, data analysis, token economies, and professional responsibilities and ethics. All students will receive supervised experience in behavior modification settings using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Prerequisite: PSY 333
  • 4.00 Credits

    4 hours; 4 credits Behavioral principles will be related to complex processes such as attention, memory, and concept formation. Students will read and discuss relevant literature, design and conduct research projects related to the subject matter, and write reports describing the results of projects. Prerequisites: At least three of the following courses: PSY 242, PSY 266, PSY 288, PSY 330, PSY 333; or permission of the instructor
  • 1.00 Credits

    2 class hours; 1 credit A means of helping incoming freshmen to develop educational and career goals through a group process of self-awareness with an emphasis on learning as a cooperative venture. In addition to providing information relative to the College setting, the course offers a systematic vehicle for interaction between student and counselor. A major theme throughout is a focus on the responsibility of the student for his or her own life and college career. The course also offers assistance with basic study skills and study habits.
  • 4.00 Credits

    4 hours; 2 credits; 4 equated credits An analysis of personal and contemporary issues that affect the everyday life of students. Emphasis is on topics that play a major role in student development and the educational process such as adjustment to college life, strategies for change, and insights into personal success.
  • 3.00 Credits

    3 hours; 3 credits A learning approach that provides study techniques geared to college success. The course focuses on the use of an inquiry method for new subject matter by which students learn to identify the component parts of complex principles and ideas in content courses. Topics include note taking, time management, reading and writing techniques, information mapping, and test taking strategies. Informal feedback mechanisms are included to help students assess their own progress. Prerequisite: Permission of the department
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