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242. Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood ; Kovack-Lesh
Four credits
Developmental processes associated with the period of adolescence and emerging adulthood. Emphasis is placed on physical, cognitive, personality, and social changes.
Prerequisite: PSC 110
310. Advanced Clinical/Counseling Psychology ; Hatcher
Four credits
Provides an in-depth look into aspects of clinical and counseling psychology. Included in the class will be readings and lectures concerning the understanding and treatment of severe mental illnesses, the place of tests and measurements in their diagnosis, and the present state of the field. The course is designed for those who are considering applying for graduate study in this area. Labs will include outside experiences in clinical settings.
Prerequisite: PSC 110, 211, 212, 221, and 224
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324. Behavioral Neuroscience ; Manor
Four credits
The biochemical and physiological processes which underlie the behavior of organisms. The basis of perceptual and motor functions, learning, neurological disorders, language, sleep, pleasure, and hunger are among the topics discussed. Laboratory projects include dissection of an animal brain and administration of a neuropsychological test. Lectures and laboratory.
Prerequisite: PSC 110, 211, and 212; or PSC 100 and consent of the instructor
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235. Child Development ; Kovack-Lesh
Four credits
A survey of research and theoretical literature dealing with the development of the human organism from conception to the onset of adolescence. Emphasis is placed on physical, motor, perceptual, language, cognitive, personality and social development.
Prerequisite: PSC 110
342. Cognitive Neuroscience ; Staff
Four credits
An introduction to the theories, methods, and findings of the interdisciplinary field known as cognitive neuroscience. Both behavioral research and studies of brain activity informs topics such as selective attention, language, cerebral lateralization, perceptual functions, motor control, executive functions' and consciousness. Laboratories will focus on cognitive and perceptual processes. Lectures and laboratory.
Prerequisite: PSC 110, 211, and 212
339. Cognitive Processes ; Kovack-Lesh
Four credits
An examination of the bases of human thought. Topics include attention, varieties of memory, concept formation, executive processes, problem-solving, decision-making and language. Lectures and laboratory.
Prerequisite: PSC 110, 211, and 212
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300. Departmental Studies ; Staff
Variable credit course, 1-4 credits
special subjects in psychology not covered by regular courses. This course may be repeated for credit when topics change. Please see the pertinent Schedule of Courses for the listing of topics courses and possible prerequisites.
Prerequisite: PSC 110, 211, and 212
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435. Field Studies in Child Development ; Kovack-Lesh
Variable credit course, 1-2 credits
Organization and execution of observational studies of children in a variety of non-laboratory settings, including day care centers. Focus will be on the use of the field research methods to study principles of child development, including language, emotional, cognitive, social and moral development. Students will meet regularly with the instructor.
Prerequisite: PSC 110, 235, and consent of the instructor
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110. General Psychology ; Staff
Four Credits
An introductory course which considered principles, methods, theories and problems of psychology. Among the topics considered are perception, learning, human development, personality, psychopathology, thought processes, social determinants of behavior, and the physiological basis of behavior. Class includes occasional laboratory demonstrations and independently designed student projects.
No prerequisites.
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232. History and Systems of Psychology ; Staff
Four credits
A survey of western psychology from its origins in Greek philosophy and biology to the present. The more significant movements, schools and systems within psychology are considered and their interrelationships discussed.
Prerequisite: PSC 110
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234. Infant Development ; Kovack-Lesh
Four credits
This course explores development in the first two years of life. topics such as prenatal development, early perceptual and cognitive development, development of emotional expression and recognition, and early development of social bonds and interactions are examined. Emphasis is placed on theories of infant development and the validity of research evidence. The course format includes lectures and discussions.
Prerequisite: PSC 110
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210. Practicum in Clinical/Counseling Psychology ; Hatcher
Variable credit course, 1-2 credits
Students will participate in on-site internships for a minimum of 3-4 hours a week, with a variety of opportunities available. Each week a journal will be submitted describing what the student did that week, and at the end of the semester they will submit a final paper. Grading is S-U.
Prerequisite: PSC 110 and consent of instructor.
221. Psychopathology ; Hatcher
Four credits
Description and analysis of causative factors (both psychological and biological), symptoms, and therapeutic measures taken with respect to various patterns of deviant behavior. Students learn to diagnose by examining and discussing published cases.
Prerequisite: PSC 110
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211, 212. Research Design and Statistics ; Staff
Four credits each semester
A two-semester sequence which integrates methods of data description and statistical inference with methods of designing and conducting valid and reliable research projects ranging from naturalistic observations to experiments. Lectures and laboratory. An independently designed experiment is conducted and reported each semester. Successful completion of PSC 211 is required to move on to PSC 212.
Prerequisite: PSC 110
523. Research Seminar ; Staff
Four credits
Reading, discussion, and experimental investigation of various topics in psychology at an advanced level. Each student prepares a research proposal and reviews the proposals of other students. The investigation is conducted independently and reported at a symposium held at the end of the semester.
Prerequisite: PSC 110, 211 and 212, and senior standing.
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524. Senior Studies ; Staff
Four credits
A consideration in some depth of one or more problem areas of psychology. This course typically requires the reading of several original works by major figures of the past, as well as by contemporary psychologists.
Prerequisite: PSC 110, 211 and 212, and senior standing.
328. Sensation and Perception ; Manor
Four credits
An examination of the means by which organisms come to represent their environments perceptually. Topics include sensory systems, perceptual coding, perceptual illusions, tests for visual and auditory disabilities, and perceptual development. Laboratories include direct investigation of perceptual phenomena.
Prerequisite: PSC 110, 211, and 212
313. Social Psychology ; Hatcher
Four credits
The manner in which the individual is influenced by others. Major topics include conformity, attitudes, pro-social behavior and aggression. Lectures and laboratory.
Prerequisite: PSC 110, 211, and 212
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401. Teaching of Psychology ; Staff
Two credits
An introduction to the teaching of psychology in high school. Focus will be on the development of useful pedagogical tools for the teaching of psychological principles in the classroom. A syllabus will be developed and, when possible, the student will give lectures in a high school class.
Prerequisite: consent of the instructor.
224. Theories of Personality and Counseling ; Hatcher
Four credits
This course examines the major theories of personality and, where possible, the counseling traditions associated with them. Major theories covered include biological, Freudian and neo-Freudian, behavioral and cognitive-behavioral, and humanistic. Therapeutic approaches arising from these views are examined with the help of class role-play and video resources. The interaction between culture and personality are also explored.
Prerequisite: PSC 110
100. Topics in Psychology ; Staff
Variable credit course, 1-4 credits
Special topics in psychology not covered by regular courses. This course may be repeated for credit when topics change. Please see the pertinent Schedule of Courses for listing of topics courses.
No prerequisites.
200. Topics in Psychology ; Staff
Variable credit course, 1-4 credits
Special topics in psychology not covered by regular courses. This course may be repeated for credit when topics change. Please see the pertinent Schedule of Courses for listing of topics courses.
Prerequisite: PSC 110
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