This class will cover advanced topics in research methods and statistical techniques, including multi-factor designs and statistical analyses, post-hoc tests, qualitative research, and advanced topics in research ethics. Each student will conduct a literature review, design a research study, collect/analyze data, and report results consistent with A.P.A. style in written and oral form.
Survey current theoretical approaches with individuals and groups. Not intended as training in counseling approaches, but as basis for future study.
Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.)
Special Notes
Maximum concurrent enrollment is two times.
This course will examine the major categories of developmental disability (e.g., Intellectual Disability) and psychopathology (e.g., Anxiety) that can be diagnosed during childhood and adolescence.
Explore human cognition by examining perception, attention, memory, intelligence, problem and cognitive development. Become familiar with neural bases of cognition, theoretical perspectives and research methods.
Investigate motivational concepts and related research: drive, goals, direction, incentive, reinforcement, external stimulation, emotion, homeostasis, biological aspects, instinct and self-actualization.
Examine roles and skills required of a clinical psychologist including ethics, multicultural issues, limitations, and skills.
Examine concepts, theories, and strategies for clinical psychology in legal settings. Explore assessments, interventions, and interactions with the legal system.
Understand basic causes of prejudice and how prejudicial behavior is learned and diminished. Experience increased understanding of others.
This course surveys the field of evolutionary psychology, focusing on theories that attempt to explain human behavior in terms of evolution and natural selection.
(GPA-3.0) and (
PSY 120 with a minimum grade of D-)
(2 lecture, 2 laboratory) This class and required zero credit lab investigates higher-order physiological processing of the nervous system through lecture and experiential learning activities. Topics may include the sensory systems, sleep, reproductive behavior, emotion, learning, memory, and/or human communication.
(GPA-3.0) and (
PSY 380 with a minimum grade of D-)
This class studies the effects of psychoactive drugs on the brain and behavior. It covers the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of recreational and psychotherapeutic drugs as well as their use in treatment of mental health disorders.
(
PSY 380 with a minimum grade of D-) or (equivalent course with permission from instructor)
Get full or part-time experience working with professionals in psychology, for one or more semesters. Make arrangements with instructor and supervisor during semester before registration. S/U graded.
Assist in instructional tasks under the direct supervision of a faculty member. S/U graded.
Assist psychology faculty with research or laboratory; 38 clock hours per credit hour. Maximum of four (4) credits apply to psychology major. S/U graded.
Scheduled on irregular basis.