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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Considers the processes of learning and memory based on contemporary research and theory. Focuses on how learning processes work in animals and humans, as well as the practical aspects of the psychology of learning. Winter, odd years. Prerequisite: PS 111.
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3.00 Credits
Teaches how the brain and central nervous system may be divided by function, the relationship between the biological potential of the organism and behavior, and how observable behavior has evolved over time. Focuses on the factors that arouse, sustain and direct the behavior of humans and animals. Fall, even years. May have course fee. Prerequisites: PS 111, plus six hours of psychology and BI 101, or instructor's consent.
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3.00 Credits
Studies the dynamics of abnormal behavior including etiology, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of emotional disorders, psychoses, substance abuse and childhood disorders. Winter, odd years. Prerequisite: PS 111.
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2.00 Credits
Studies the psychological, biological and social aspects of alcoholism and other drug addictions with an introduction to group, individual and pharmacological treatment methods. Fall, odd years. Prerequisites: PS 111 or instructor's consent.
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3.00 Credits
Studies the way in which people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by the real or imagined presence of other people. Topics covered include attitudes, conformity, interpersonal relationships, aggression, and prejudice. Fall, odd years. Prerequisite: PS 111 or SO 211.
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3.00 Credits
Extensive coverage of the basic concepts and methods, major theories and results of research in the field of personality. Fall, even years. Prerequisite: PS 111.
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3.00 Credits
Introduces psychological tests and measuring such things as intelligence, achievement and personality; stresses critical evaluation of their reliability, validity and appropriate use and interpretation. Fall, odd years. Prerequisites: PS 111 and instructor's consent.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Course similar to PS 280 except requires more background. May be repeated with different topics. As needed. Prerequisites: PS 111 and nine hours of psychology or instructor's consent.
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3.00 Credits
Examines group processes and development, as well as treatment methods. The course will include an examination of research findings and theoretical approaches to group counseling. Emphasis will be given to psycho-educational groups for special populations and problems.
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3.00 Credits
Provides an overview of mental health services in the correctional setting. Emphasis is given to various theories, assessment strategies, and treatment modalities commonly utilized in the correctional environment. Issues associated with treating typical populations (e.g. male and female adults, male and female juveniles) as well as special populations (e. g. gangs, seriously mentally ill, elderly, death row, disabled, psychopath) will be explored. Students will also be exposed to ethical and legal issues associated with mental health work in the correctional setting and will have opportunity to research a particular area of interest within the field.
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