PSY 100 (3 sh) Introduction to Psychology: F/S/OL
This course is a study of the field of psychology that examines, from a scientific viewpoint, the physical,
intellectual, emotional, and social dimensions of behavior.
GER Social Science
PSY 105 (3 sh) Personal, Professional, and Social Growth: F/OL
This course is an exploration of topics related to self-understanding and self-improvement, drawing on social
cognition, relationship dynamics, attitude change, and behavior change. Students will learn to adapt more effectively
to life circumstances and to remove obstacles inhibiting personal fulfillment.
GER Perspective
PSY 200 (3 sh) Interpersonal Relations: S/OL
This course is a study of concepts and theories of interpersonal relationships with emphasis on development of skills
necessary for effective communication.
GER Perspective
PSY 201 (3 sh) Special Topics in Psychology: F (even)/OL
This is a course that covers a wide range of topics in psychology.
PSY 212 (3 sh) Introduction to Applied Psychology: F (even)
This course is designed to familiarize students with the work activities and settings open to psychologist in various
specialties, for example industrial/organizational psychology, health psychology, sports psychology, and legal
psychology. The ethical principles of psychologists and research findings that provide a basis for the application of
psychology are also examined.
GER Perspective
PSY 215 (3 sh) Behavioral Management: S (odd)/OL
This course is a study of techniques and strategies for modifying human behavior, with applications including,
institutional settings, schools, athletics/coaching, ministry, parenting, relationships, and self-help.
PSY 260 (3 sh) Physiological Psychology: F
This course is an introduction to the neural behavior. Topics include: neuroanatomy, neuron function, the control of
hunger, sexual behavior, sleep, emotion, drug addiction, and memory. Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY 302 (3 sh) Psychology and Law Enforcement: F (even)
This course addresses the psychological issues related to such topics as ethics, professionalism, leadership,
interviewing witnesses and suspects, investigative techniques, the selection and evaluation of officers, responding to
critical incidents, modes of enforcement, and understanding mentally disturbed people. Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY 305 (3 sh) Forensic Psychology: S (even)
This course is a study of the psychological aspects of interviewing and profiling suspects, eye-witness testimony,
testifying in court, victim logy, dynamics of criminals, competence to stand trial, and jury dynamics. Prerequisite:
PSY 100.
PSY 306 (3 sh) Controversies in Psychology: S (odd)
This course is a study of controversial issues in psychology, for example, multiple personality disorder, the insanity
defense, assisted suicide, the death penalty, electroshock therapy, and attention deficit disorder. Prerequisite: PSY
100.
PSY 309 (3 sh): Psychology of Sexuality S
This course focuses on a holistic approach to sexuality that addresses sexual development throughout the lifespan
from the physical, intellectual, emotional, social and moral dimensions. Pre-requisite: Psy 100
PSY 310 (3 sh) Industrial/Organizational Psychology: F (even)
This course is a study of issues involving employee selection, job analysis, performance appraisal, leadership,
motivation, and group behavior. Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY/HLH 312 (3 sh) Health Psychology S (even)
This course is designed to introduce students to theory and research linking psychosocial factors to physical health
and well-being. In addition, this course will also explore health psychology in applied settings. Topics covered
include the mind-body relationship, stress and stress management, health behaviors, pain, and
psychoneuroimmunology. Prerequisite: PSY 100, HLH 110.
PSY/EDU 320 (3 sh) Educational Psychology: S
This course is a theoretical and practical examination of the key elements in education; the psychology of teaching
and learning, as well as the psychological aspects of developing curricula, evaluation instrument, and the study of
ethical issues. Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY 330 (3 sh) Developmental Psychology: F/OL
This course is a study of human development from conception to death, focusing on the physical, intellectual,
emotional, social, and moral dimensions of growth. Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY 331 (3 sh) Development in Infancy and Childhood: S (even)/OL
This course is a study of human development from conception through age 11, with focus on physical, cognitive,
and socio-emotional development. Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY 365 (3 sh) Intervention and Advocacy with Children: F (even) /OL
This course is an overview of how human service workers assist children in a variety of settings. Emphasis is placed
on advocacy, supportive work, and short-term crisis intervention. Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY 370 (3 sh) Social Psychology: S (odd)
This course is a study of the interaction of the individual and society with topics including attitude formation,
conformity, leadership, role expectation, and aggression. Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY 375 (3 sh) Addictions-Theory and Intervention: F/S
This course is an examination of etiology, risk factors, and treatment of alcoholism and other addictions.
Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY 401 (3 sh) Theories of Counseling: F
This course is an examination and application of the basic theories, principles, and techniques of counseling.
Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY 410 (3 sh) Theories of Personality: F (odd)
This course is an overview of theories of personality development, providing an explanation and interpretation of the
development of personality through the perspectives of the major authors of psychology. Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY 420 (3 sh) Abnormal Psychology: S
This course is the study of the causes, symptoms, dynamics, and treatment of abnormal behavior. Prerequisite: PSY
100.
PSY 431 (3 sh) Learning and Memory: S
This course is an introduction to the principles of learning and memory, including exploration of research and theory
pertaining to the acquisition, retention, retrieval, and forgetting of information. Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY 450 (3 sh) History of Psychology: F (odd)
This course is a study of philosophical, scientific and clinical foundations of contemporary psychology.
Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY 460 (3 sh) Cognitive Psychology: S
This course is a general introduction to cognitive psychology. Emphasis is placed on theory and research in
information processing, memory, decision-making, language and the means by which cognitive psychology is
applied to our lives. Prerequisite: PSY 100.
PSY 464 (3 sh) Behavioral Neuroendocrinology: S (odd)
This course focuses on behavior generated by the interplay between hormones and the brain. Human and animal
research will be examined to explore how the endocrine and nervous systems interact to control functions such as
reproductive behaviors, aggression, and food intake. It will also examine how the brain modifies hormone levels to
cope with changing environmental conditions and stress. Prerequisites: PSY 100, 260.
PSY 471a (3 sh) Clinical Internship: F/S
This course involves field experiences in human service or research facilities, under the joint supervision of site
supervisors and psychology faculty. Requires 128 hours of service during the semester May be repeated for up to
nine semester hours Prerequisites: PSY 420, 476A and permission of instructor.
PSY 471b (3 sh) Clinical Internship: F/S
Repeat of PSY 471 as a psychology elective.
PSY 471c (3 sh) Clinical Internship: F/S
Repeat of PSY 471 as a psychology elective.
PSY 475 (3 sh) Research Assistantship: F/S
This course is designed for advanced students to assist on research projects that are conducted in regular
consultation with the faculty member. It may be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisites: PSY 100 ,303,
304 psychology major with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in psychology courses, and a signed contract between student
and faculty member prior to enrollment in the course.
PSY 476A (3 sh) Clinical Pre-Internship and Counseling: F
This course is an introduction to the professional and legal aspects of internships, as well as issues related to
counseling: ethics, dynamics of counselors and clients, stages of counseling, diversity, crisis intervention.
Prerequisites: PSY 100, 420.
PSY 476B (3 sh) Research Pre-Internship and Advanced
Research Methods: F
This course is a preparatory section for students whom intend to participate in a Research Internship in Psychology.
It is designed to familiarize the student with the ethical requirements of good research and to refine their
understanding of research methods and statistical analysis. Prerequisites: PSY 100, 303, 304.
PSY 477 (3 sh) Research Internship: S
This course is designed to help students conduct, analyze, write-up, and present their own research in their area of
interest in psychology. Prerequisites: PSY 100, 303, 304, and 476B.
PSY 485 (3 sh) Special Topics in Psychology: F/S
This course is a tutorial that covers a wide range of topics that the student researches, discusses, and puts into a
formal paper. Prerequisite: PSY 100