PSY 110 CAREER DECISION MAKING

T By Request

Introduction and examination of the career decision making steps. Emphasis on career development, job attainment, job survival, leadership, self-development and personal skill. Competencies Occupational interest survey will be administered during the course.

Credit: 3 hours – Three lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): None

 

PSY 124 BEHAVIOR - ASSESSMENT/MODIFICATION

By Request

This is an introductory course in the study of techniques that affect change in human behavior. It will include an emphasis on defining problems in terms of measurable behaviors, acquiring a strong knowledge base of data collection and the principles of behavior change, understanding environmental influences on treatment procedures, and a practical application of behavior modification techniques.

Credit: 3 hours - Three lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): None

 

PSY 211 INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY

T S6 900 Fall /Spring/Summer

An introduction to the study of human and animal behavior, with emphasis on basic psychological principles and concepts. Topics covered include historical background, learning, motivation, intelligence, abnormal behavior, personality, nervous system, and memory.

Credit: 3 hours - Three lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): None

 

PSY 213 EDUCATION OF EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN

T Fall

An introductory survey of the special education needs of children. This course includes historical and philosophical overview; categories, characteristics, and methods of teaching exceptional children (preschool, ment all y retarded, gifted, sensory impaired, emotion all y disabled, soci all y deviant, physic all y handicapped, and/or cultur all y disadvantaged); and guided observation.

Credit: 3 hours - Three lecture hours per week

Prerequisite(s): None

PSY 216 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

T Spring

A systematic introduction to theory and research on the ways social factors influence individuals and group behavior. Examines attitudes, social perception, the establishment of norms, conformity, leadership, group dynamics, and research methods, emphasizing their effects on the individual.

Credit: 3 hours - Three lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Psychology-PSY 211 or the consent of the instructor.

 

PSY 217 DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY: LIFESPAN

T Spring

This course provides a systematic study of behavior from conception through death. Physical, social/emotional, and intellectual growth of humans as they progress through these milestones will be addressed in each unit. The interrelatedness of theory, research, and application as it impacts on the development process will be emphasized as well as cross-cultural comparisons.

Credit: 3 hours - Three lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): None

 

PSY 218 HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT-CHILD

T Fall /Spring/Summer

A systematic study of behavior from conception through adolescence is conducted with emphasis on physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth and development. Attention is directed to both normal and abnormal development in each of the above areas. Research methods and cross-cultural comparisons are considered as they relate to the development process.

Credit: 3 hours - Three lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): None

 

PSY 219 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY

T Fall

An examination is made of the development of both adaptive and maladaptive behavior patterns. Primary emphasis is devoted to the classification, symptoms, etiology, and treatment of maladaptive behavior.

Credit: 3 hours - Three lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Psychology-PSY 211 or the consent of the instructor.

 

PSY 220 PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT-LAB

T By Request

Students will integrate a sense of thinking about human development over the lifespan recognizing its complexities and the intrinsic value of diversity in people through 30 hours of clinical (12 hours) and field experience (18 hours).

Credit: 1 hours – Two lab hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): Concurrent enrollment with PSY 217 – Development Psychology: Lifespan is required.

 

PSY 224 PRACTICAL PSYCHOLOGY

By Request

This course focuses upon the application of psychological principles to a variety of situations. Topics covered include interpersonal relations, job satisfaction and morale, job resumes, communication, stress and conflict management, individual and group behavior, types of motivation, organizational protocol, professional ethics, sensitivity to gender, racial, and age issues, and change management.

Credit: 3 hours - Three lecture hours per week.

Prerequisite(s): None