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Department of Psychology
Psychology is the science of behavior, both animal and human. Course offerings in Psychology are designed to provide students with information which will promote an attitude of increased objectivity concerning the behavior, feelings, and attitudes of other people as well as themselves. Such an attitude is desirable in everyone but is especially desirable in those students who wish to major or minor in Psychology.
Course Listing
PSYC 1301
General Psychology
An introduction to Psychology through the scientific study of human and animal behavior. Students receive an overview of the many and diverse fields of psychological study. Fall and Spring.
PSYC 2320
The Profession of Psychology
An introduction to productive careers in Psychology and Counseling. Course will cover career opportunities, undergraduate and graduate career tracks, licensure options, and differences in professional rank at the Masters and Doctoral levels. Designed for those majoring in Psychology. Usually offered in the spring semester only.
PSYC 2330
Helping and Human Relationships
The sophomore level course offers an introduction to human relationships, with a particular emphasis on the nature of the counselor-client relationship, basic listening skills, and ethical considerations for the counselor.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1301. Usually offered in the fall semester only.
PSYC 3303
Statistics for Psychological Research
The study of the basic statistical concepts and techniques required for participation in and an understanding of psychological investigations. (Same as BQBA 2399, MATH 3303, and SOCI 3303). Fall and Spring.
Prerequisites: MATH 1306 or equivalent.
PSYC 3310
Developmental Psychology
Development of the human being from birth through old age, studied in terms of basic psychological principles. Major theories of child development will be considered.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1301. Fall and Spring.
PSYC 3315
Abnormal Psychology
An introduction to the symtopmatology and etiology of behavioral, emotional, and mental disorders, with consideration of modern therapeutic approaches.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1301. Fall and Spring.
PSYC 3316
Child and Adolescent Psychology
A focus on children and adolescents and their specific and unique psychological concerns.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1301. Usually offered once a year.
PSYC 3319
Social Psychology
A background in historical and contemporary social psychological theories. An analysis of social factors at work in the development of the individual through childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1301. Usually offered only once a year.
PSYC 3323
History of Systems of Psychology
A survey of the major theories and theoretical systems and their historical development. Includes an integration of Christian beliefs, the student's own philosophical presuppositions, and current psychological theories.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1301. Fall and Spring.
PSYC 3331
Neurophysiological Psychology
The study of the biological and neurological bases of behavior. There will be an emphasis on description, causes, and treatments of cognitive disorders. Offered once every two years.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1301.
PSYC 3350
Psychology of Memory, Learning, and Problem Solving
Taking the cognitive point of view, this course treats man as an active processor of information. Methods to improve memory, learning, and problem solving and shown from both the informational and practical perspectives.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1301. Offered once every two years.
PSYC 3370
Forensic Psychology
This course examines the interface between psychology and the law. It will cover the application of scientific and professional prinicples of pscyhology in the legal system.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1301. Usually offered in the evenings in the fall only.
PSYC 4090
Senior Evaluation
Students majoring in psychology must complete the psychology achievement examination prior to graduation. Offered in the spring, fall, and summer. $25 fee for exam.
PSYC 4190-4490
Independent Study
This course is designed to meet individual needs and interests in Psychology. It may be repeated for credit when the material studied is changed.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Any semester.
PSYC 4191-4491
Seminar
A study of selected topics in Psychology. Offerings vary from semester to semester.
PSYC 4310
Psychological Tests and Measurements Dynamics
A study of the process and instruments for evaluating the cognitive and emotional status of the human being. Investigation is made into methods for determining test validity and reliability. Lab fee.
PSYC 4311
Theories of Learning
A study of the major theoretical positions on learning. Includes analysis of associational, behavioral. and cognitive theories.
PSYC 4312
Psychology of Personality Theory
Intensive study of some of the major theories of personality examined in the light of recent research. Extensive use of case material.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1301. Offered once a year.
PSYC 4316
Experimental Psychology
A survey emphasizing the principles and methodology of research in human and animal behavior. Directed experience in the design and analysis of actual experiments and other research techniques. Lab fee.
PSYC 4320
Theories of Counseling
An intensive and analytical look at various major perspectives on counseling. Both modern and historical viewpoints of counseling are covered. Special emphasis given to counseling applications in today’s society. Lab fee.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1301. Offered once per year.
PSYC 4350
Psychology of Leadership
A study of the theories of leadership and of leadership behavior. Assessment of leadership styles and skills will provide the basis for individual programs of development.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1301 and junior or senior classification. Offered once per year.
PSYC 4351
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
The application of psychological theories, principles, methods, and research techniques to the science of I/O psychology in order to develop an understanding of the aims and goals of the field of problem solutions in industry and organizations.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1301 and junior or senior classification. Usually offered once per year.
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