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economic development, and selected thematic areas such as
child survival, HIV/AIDS, and global tobacco control. The
course will contextualize current efforts in global health from
historical and likely future trends. Readings will be drawn from
a range of disciplinary perspectives, including nursing,
history, political science, economics, sociology, and
anthropology. A major goal of this course is to equip students
with selected critical perspectives and the resources needed
as public health professionals and global citizens within an
increasingly smaller, complex, and interdependent world.
PSYCHOLOGY (PSYC)
PSYC 1301 Introduction to Psychology (3-3-0) [#]
An
overview of the scientific aspects of psychology with
emphasis on learning, perception, motivation, physiology,
human development and the philosophy of science.
Fall,
Spring.
PSYC 2099 (1-4 credits) Special Topics-
Topics offered on
demand reflecting general interest areas within the field not
covered by existing catalog courses.
PSYC 2300 Life Span Development (3-3-0) [#]
An
introduction to developmental psychology. The course will
present a view of the entire life span, with special emphasis
on child and adolescent foundations of the entire life
sequence.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1301 or Instructor consent.
Spring, Fall
PSYC 3099 (1-4 credits) Special Topics
Topics offered on
demand reflecting subject areas, trends, and developments
within the field not covered by existing catalog courses.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1301.
PSYC 3301, 4301 Directed Study
An opportunity for a major
or minor in psychology to investigate an area of special
interest. May include field observation, field training, papers,
readings, etc.
Prerequisite: 12 hours in psychology and
permission of the Department Head. Field studies or
placement must include a supervisor in the agency. May be
repeated for credit with change of topic.
PSYC 3302 Psychology of Learning (3-3-X)
A broad view of
the field including classical, operant, and verbal learning.
Applications of principles to applied areas in clinical and
research psychology are covered. This course is for
psychology majors and minors and other students interested
in the topic. This course will not count toward teacher
certification; for certification see PSYC 3333.
Prerequisite:
PSYC 1301.
PSYC 3303 Abnormal Psychology (3-3-0)
An examination
of the field of abnormal psychology including disorders
utilizing the DSM IV nomenclature. Historical background,
philosophical and ethical issues, psychological and social
viewpoints, causes and treatments of abnormal behavior are
examined.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1301. Fall, Spring
PSYC 3306 Child and Adolescent Psychology (3-3-0)
An
in-depth coverage of the basic developmental processes and
principles of psychological functioning in physiological,
cognitive, social, and personality spheres occurring from
conception through adolescence.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1301.
Fall, Spring
PSYC 3307 Human Sexuality (3-3-0)
An introduction and
overview of the many aspects of human sexuality including
the psychology, philosophy and physiology of sexuality.
Summer
PSYC 3308 Introduction to Research Methods in
Psychology (3-3-0)
An examination of the foundations of
research methodology. This course will provide students with
a concise knowledge base for experimental and non-
experimental techniques as well as training in appropriate
statistical analysis for various research designs. SPSS data
analysis training will include descriptive, inferential, and
correlational statistics.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1301. Spring,
Summer
PSYC 3309 Advanced Research and Statistics in
Psychology (3-3-0-)
This course will provide students with an
advanced psychological research experience. Students will
conduct, analyze, and interpret the results of psychological
research project while learning and utilizing statistical
analyses.
Prerequisite: PSYC 3308 or consent of instructor
.
PSYC 3310 Substance Abuse (3-3-0)
An overview of
biological, psychological and social factors that influence an
individual’s drug use and/or abuse behavior. Current major
drug categories are covered in this survey course, including
prescription and over-the-counter medications. Treatment
options are also discussed, as well as the impact drug abuse
has on the individual and their family.
Spring.
PSYC 3311 Mythbusters (3-3-0)
This course will examine
some of the most prevalent misconceptions (Myths) about
psychology that permeate the general public. These myths
will be debunked by critically thinking about psychological
research.
Summer
PSYC 3312 Psychological Statistics (3-3-0)
(Also MATH
3312) Descriptive and inferential statistics for students in
education, social science, and natural science as well as in
mathematics. Topics to be discussed will include measures of
central tendencies, probability, estimations and predictions,
variance and correlation. May be counted toward a
mathematics major or minor only by students seeking teacher
certification in mathematics or by students who are minoring
in mathematics on the BBS degree.
This course does not
satisfy requirements for Social and Behavioral Sciences in the
Foundational Curriculum. Students must have a TI-30 (or
equivalent) calculator. Prerequisite: MATH 1420 for MATH
3312; MATH 1301 or 1310 for biology, psychology, or
sociology credit. Spring, Summer
PSYC 3313 Psychological Disorders in Film
This course
will explore symptoms of some of the most common and more
fascinating psychological disorders as they have been
portrayed in film. Psychological symptoms, treatment, social
stigma, and rights of persons with mental illness will be
discussed. This course cannot be substituted for PSYC 3303.
PSYC 3314 Risk and Resilience in Children and
Adolescents (3-3-0)
An examination of the life events and
cultural contexts that influence the physical and psychological
wellbeing of the children and adolescents. This course will
explore the risk factors and protective mechanisms
associated with family disruption, bereavement, chronic
disorders, trauma, and other childhood stress factors.
Summer
PSYC 3330 Statistics for the Social Sciences (3-3-0)
(Also
SOCI 3330, SCWK 3330, POLS 3330) An introduction to
descriptive and inferential statistics for social science and
social work majors. Development of skills in research
analysis.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1301 Fall.
PSYC 3333 Educational Psychology (3-3-X)
(Also COHD
3333) For teacher education majors only. This course will give
students the opportunity to critically examine theory and
research related to the process of learning. Students will
utilize various strategies of exploration, observation,
discussion, and problem solving to enhance their
understanding of learners, the learning process, and the
learning environment. Students will complete a fifteen hour
field experience activity as part of the course requirements.
Fall, Spring.
PSYC 3335 Psychology of Crime (3-3-0)
(Also CRIJ 3335)
An examination of diverse theories of criminal behavior with
an emphasis on biological, psychological, and sociocultural
perspectives. Various approaches to intervening with
offenders based upon these perspectives are also
emphasized. The effects of criminal behavior on the
individual, the family, and the larger society are examined.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1301.Fall
PSYC 3337 Adult Development and Gerontology (3-3-0)
A
study in adult personality development through the completion
of the life cycle, this course includes the psychological,
physiological, and emotional phenomena associated with
aging.
Prerequisite: PSYC 1301. Spring
PSYC 3340 Social Psychology (3-3-0)
(See SOCI 3340 for
course description.)
Fall
PSYC 4099 (1-4 credits) Special Topics
Topics offered on
demand reflecting subject areas, trends, and developments