Psychology

 

General Education

 

Hours Req.

Course

Requirement Met

English Comp   3 ENG 101 Transfer Credit
English Comp   3 ENG 102 Transfer Credit
English Comp   3 ENG 201 or 202 Transfer Credit
Natural Science   4 NS 101/L Transfer Credit
Natural Science   4 NS 102/L Transfer Credit
Humanities   3 HUM 101 Transfer Credit
Humanities   3 HUM 102 Transfer Credit
Math   3 MTH 116 Transfer Credit
Total General Education   26    
         

The Concentration

 

Hours Req.

Course

Requirement Met

General Psychology   3 PSY 100 TC
Child Psychology   3 PSY 200 TC
Applied Psychology   3 PSY 202 TC
History of Psychology   3 PSY 205 TC
Social Psychology   3 PSY 250 TC
Theories of Personality   3 PSY 300 TC
Abnormal Psychology   3 PSY 301 TC
Forensic Psychology   3 PSY 302 TC
Physiological Psychology   3 PSY 340 TC
Experimental Psychology   3 PSY 331 TC
Behavioral Analysis   3 PSY 384 TC
Industrial/Organizational Psychology   3 PSY 492 TC
Seminar in Psychology   3 PSY 494 TC
Research in Psychology   4 PSY 495 TC
Internship in Psychology   12 PSY 493 TC
Total Concentration   55    
         
Elective Credit(s)   20-25    
Total Elective Credit(s)   20-25    
Total Hours Needed   120    



PSY 100. General Psychology. An introduction to the principles of behavior, includes consideration of maturation, learning, emotion, motivation, sensation, consciousness, perception, intelligence, personality development and social behavior. The methodology of psychology and behavior applications of psychological principles are considered briefly. Satisfies social science requirement. Open to all students. 3 credits.
 
PSY 200 Child Psychology Not in Catalog
 
PSY 202 Applied Psychology Not in Catalog
 
PSY 205. History of Psychology. A philosophical and historical investigation of the assumptions and practices within the field of psychology. 3 credits.
 
PSY 250. Social Psychology. Examines explanations and research concerning the effects of others on one’s behavior. Special focus on social influence, social problems and attitudes. 3 credits.
 
PSY 300. Theories of Personality. An introduction to some ways of thinking and talking about the personality. Functionalist, psychoanalytic, behavioral, and humanist theories will be explored. 3 credits.
 
PSY 301. Abnormal Psychology. This course of study is concerned with an analysis of behavior disorders including those with organic causes and with special focus of attention on diagnostic criteria. 3 credits.

PSY 302 Forensic Psychology Not in Catalog

PSY 340. Physiological Psychology. A course that considers the biology of psychology. Topics covered include the anatomy and the physiology of the nervous system, the psychobiology of pain and stress, and psychobiology of aberrant behavior, dreaming, information processing, and memory. The course of study includes current events in psychology. Prerequisite: One course in biology or permission of instructor. 3 credits.

PSY 331. Experimental Psychology. Experimentation as a way of knowing the causes of behavior, including topics of experimental design, measurement, data treatment, and research reporting. Experiments will be done and reports written in professional style. Prerequisites: PSY 100 & MCS 212 or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.

PSY 384. Behavioral Analysis. Survey of behaviorally oriented techniques used in analyzing and controlling human behavior. Emphasis is placed upon Kinnerian method as an intervention technique in social, educational, and mental health agencies. 3 credits.
 
PSY 492. Industrial/Organizational Psychology. This course provides instruction in, and discussion of a wide range of activities related to interpersonal and managerial skills required in today’s business and industry. Topics include an overview of industrial, organizational psychology, principles of resources management, psychological testing, performance appraisal, training plus professional development of employees, principles of leadership, motivational factors, workplace conditions, safety and health, workplace stressors and work ethics. 3 credits.

PSY 494. Seminar in Psychology. An in-depth examination of a topic of current interest in psychology. Presentation of projects. Prerequisite: Senior standing in psychology or permission of instructor. 3 credits.

PSY 495. Research in Psychology. An opportunity for students to do individual supervised research. This research must produce a paper that may lead to graduation with departmental distinction or with college honors. 3 credits.

PSY 493. Internship in Psychology. Students are assigned internships in a variety of settings. A final report of student progress is required. 1-12 credits.


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