PSY 101 Applied Psychology (3 Credits)
Introduces the basic foundation of psychology to degree-seeking students and career and technical students. Focuses on practical applications of psychological principles in the workplace and everyday life. Topics include motivation, emotions, individual development, identifying problem behavior, coping resources, group dynamics and communication skills.
PSY 199 Selected Topics: Psychology (1-4 Credits)
This course is in development.
PSY 201Z Introduction to Psychology I (4 Credits)
Introduction to the science and application of psychology. Emphasis will be placed on psychological concepts, theories, and principles related to: Research Methods, Behavioral Neuroscience, Consciousness, Sensation/Perception, Learning, Memory, Thinking and Intelligence, and related topics. PSY 201Z and PSY 202Z need not be taken in sequence.
PSY 202Z Introduction to Psychology II (4 Credits)
Introduction to the science and application of psychology. Emphasis will be placed on psychological concepts, theories, and principles related to: Personality, Social Psychology, Health and Well-Being, Motivation and Emotion, Disorders, Therapies, Lifespan Development, and related topics. PSY 201Z and PSY 202Z need not be taken in sequence.
PSY 204 Research Methods: Design and Analysis (4 Credits)
Learn scientific method and deepen your appreciation of why it is a valuable method for learning about the world. Teaches scientific concepts and terminology, how the scientific literature is used to generate hypotheses and interpret research findings, how research studies are designed, how data are collected and managed, and how statistics are used to understand data. Class will include discussions of parametric and nonparametric analyses, between subject designs, within subject designs, differences between experimental and correlational research and the differences between qualitative and quantitative data.
PSY 210 Introduction to Cognitive Psychology (4 Credits)
Introduces cognitive psychology, a sub-discipline within psychology that focuses on the mental structures and processes that make sensation, perception, attention, memory, learning, language, problem solving and decision making possible. Gain fundamental knowledge that is applicable to every area of modern psychology.
PSY 213 Introduction to Physiological Psychology (4 Credits)
This course provides a scientific introduction to the brain's anatomy and function. It builds a foundation for understanding sensory and motor systems, brain rhythms and brain plasticity. Essential neurophysiological processes that underlie topics such as human development, cognitive and emotional behavior, gender, and psychological disorders will be presented.
PSY 215 Developmental Psychology (4 Credits)
Comprehensive study of human development over the life span from prenatal through late adult development. Focuses on physical, cognitive and psychosocial changes throughout the human life cycle and emphasizes an interactionist approach to explain developmental processes and outcomes. The major theoretical approaches to psychology are included.
PSY 216 Social Psychology (4 Credits)
Surveys the influence of psychological processes on groups and the influence of culture, society, and groups on individuals. Includes analysis and exploration of behavior from a social psychology perspective. Includes topics such as aggression, prejudice, conformity, affiliation, altruism, persuasion, interpersonal attraction, social cognition, conflict resolution, attitude formation and change, and applied social psychology.
PSY 219 Abnormal Psychology (4 Credits)
Introductory survey of the variety of emotional, mental and behavioral disorders experienced by humans. History, theoretical perspectives, diagnostic criteria and issues, etiology and treatment strategies are covered for the major forms of psychopathology.
PSY 227 Animal Behavior (4 Credits)
This course will cover the fundamental aspects of animal behavior: how and why animals behave and how animal behavior is studied. Topics include mechanisms of behavior, behavioral ecology, feeding, predation, mating, parenting, communication and social behavior.
PSY 228 Positive Psychology (4 Credits)
Explores the components necessary to help a person flourish in their environment by addressing the biopsychosocial aspects that contribute to positive behaviors and human strengths. Provides an overview of the theories of happiness, importance of self-care and positive social cognitions, utilizing strengths in personal and professional venues, and means of achieving healthy relationships personally and with one's community.
PSY 233 Psychology of Violence & Aggression (4 Credits)
Addresses the developmental, social, physiological and cultural aspects that contribute to violence and aggression as well as the legal issues involved. Includes an overview of the theories of aggression, as well as factors influencing family violence, violent children, mob mentality, hate crimes, war and terrorism, stalking, sex crimes and murder.
PSY 250 Readings in Psychology (1 Credit)
Provides a scientific introduction to how to critically read and discuss scientific literature.
PSY 261 Indonesian Field Study I: Preparation to Study Abroad (3 Credits)
This course is the first of a three-class sequence. Prepares students for international field research training about conservation, sustainability and biodiversity. Topics include Indonesian people, culture and history, Indonesian language. Students will development and design a conservation-related field research project that will be conducted in Indonesia.
PSY 262 Indonesian Field Study II: Global Health: Field Training and Research (6 Credits)
This course is conducted in Indonesia. Provides hands-on field research training and outreach experiences related to international conservation, sustainability and biodiversity. Student projects developed in PSY 261 are conducted in this course. P/NP grading.
PSY 263 Indonesian Field Study III: Communicating Indonesian Field Experience (3 Credits)
Provides the opportunity to summarize, reflect, and discuss experiences with international field study and field research techniques completed in PSY 262 in Indonesia. Includes formal and informal presentation styles; discusses oral, written and visual formats for scientific communication. P/NP grading.
PSY 280 Co-op Work Experience Psychology (1-4 Credits)
Provides experience in which students apply previous classroom learning in an occupational setting. Credits depend on the number of hours worked. P/NP grading.
PSY 290 Psychology Undergraduate Research Lab (1 Credit)
Provides opportunities for research experience and professional development beyond the classroom through weekly, discussion-based labs. Assists students with designing conducting research, creating materials, participant recruitment, data collection, data entry and analysis. Invites students to develop their own research projects or to potentially service as co-authors on ongoing research. P/NP grading. Repeatable for credit.
PSY 298 Independent Study: Psychology (1-6 Credits)
Individualized, advanced study to focus on outcomes not addressed in existing courses or of special interest to a student. P/NP grading.
PSY 299 Selected Topics: Psychology (1-4 Credits)
This course is in development.
