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Academic Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Courses
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Political Science |
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POLS 330 - National Systems & Global Challenges 4 credit(s) Survey of national political systems in the context of the challenge of globalization. Countries studied and compared will include most or all of the following: United States, Britain, France, Germany, Russia, China, Japan, Mexico, Brazil, India, Nigeria, Egypt, Iran, and the European Union (as emerging or quasi-state). Issues analyzed will include competing theories of the origins and consequences of different political institutions, the relationship between domestic political arrangements and the ability to cope with globalization, transitions to democracy, and the consolidation of democracy and the future of the nation-state. Core Requirement(s): Counts towards core requirements: International Perspectives and Social Systems and Human Behavior. |
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POLS 331 - Modern Dictatorship 4 credit(s) A survey of non-traditional, 20th century dictatorships and the theoretical concepts and explanations political science has developed to categorize and explain them, including especially controversies surrounding the concepts of “authoritarianism” and “totalitarianism.” Cases examined will include some or all of the following: the USSR, Nazi Germany, the People’s Republic of China, Latin American military dictatorships, and the Iranian quasi-theocracy. Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Social Systems and Human Behavior. |
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POLS 340 - Security, Rights & Globalization 4 credit(s) Nationalism and cultural identity; the international system and world organization; problems of conflict and war; issues of human rights and democracy; economic globalization and development; and security issues such as the spread of weapons of mass destruction. Core Requirement(s): Counts towards core requirements: International Perspectives and Social Systems and Human Behavior. |
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POLS 345 - International Political Economy 4 credit(s) This course explores the post-WWII world economy, the place of the United States in that economy, the role of theory and differing world views, and possibilities for future economic realities. Particular emphasis is placed upon understanding U.S., European and Japanese, and post-Communist international economic policy and business decisions. POLS 180 and ECON 101 strongly recommended. Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: International Perspective. |
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POLS 350 - Special Topics in Political Science 2-4 credit(s) Courses of varying formats on specific topics not included in the regular curriculum. Past examples include Contemporary Mexico, the Salmon Crisis, and Oregon Forest Policy. May be repeated for credit when the topics vary. |
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POLS 351 - Social Policy & Social Justice 4 credit(s) This course provides an examination of both the historical and contemporary context of social welfare policies and programs. The course will examine how legislation is developed, enacted, and implemented in our society, including how policies have emerged in response to social problems at the local, national, and international levels. Issues of social justice, and how policies and programs affect populations at risk, will be emphasized. U.S. social welfare policy will be examined in a global and human rights context. Also listed as SOCWK 351 and PH 351 . Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Social Systems and Human Behavior. Prerequisite(s): SOCWK 201 , PH 101 or POLS 140 , with a minimum grade of C-. |
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POLS 352 - Politics and Sports 4 credit(s) In this course, students explore the intersection of politics and sports. Topics include: the political economy of sport; sport and social class; how race and ethnicity affect participation in, reactions to, and media coverage of sports; how gender and sexuality inflect both media portrayals of sport and our understanding of athleticism. Students examine the politics of both professional and amateur sports as well as mega-events like the Olympics and soccer World Cup. The course also involves discussing contemporary connections between politics and sports as they unfold in real time, bringing modern-day events into conversation with the course texts. Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Historical Context. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above (30 or more completed). |
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POLS 395 - Independent Study 1-4 credit(s) Student-conducted individual research/theoretical project. Faculty supervised. Independent study contract required. |
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POLS 399 - Theory & Methodology in POLS 4 credit(s) A required junior seminar for POLS majors that focuses on key concepts, theories, and methodologies in political science to prepare majors for the senior capstone experience. Exercises in course will culminate in a formal proposal for the senior thesis. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed). |
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POLS 475 - Internship 1-14 credit(s) Off-campus placements in political settings can be undertaken for. Requirements vary. See Department Chair for more information. Internship contract required. |
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POLS 495 - Independent Research 1-4 credit(s) Student-conducted individual research/theoretical project. Faculty supervised. Independent study contract required. |
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POLS 498 - Senior Seminar & Thesis I 4 credit(s) In this course, students define their thesis project, gather necessary information, carry out original research, and write their senior thesis. The seminar will also meet four hours a week to discuss selected readings in research methods, theories of power, and approaches to policy analysis. This course is required of all majors in their final year. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing (90 or more completed), POLS 399 , and declared Politics & Government major. |
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POLS 499 - Senior Seminar & Thesis II 1 credit(s) In this course, students refine their thesis and prepare to present it publicly. In addition to completing their written thesis, students will prepare their public presentation of the thesis for Senior Projects Day. This course is required of all majors in their final year. Prerequisite(s): POLS 498 . |
Psychology, Undergraduate |
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PSY 125 - Psychology of Aesthetics 2 credit(s) Aesthetics–the concern for or appreciation of beauty–is rarely considered as an appropriate topic within science; however, the perception of beauty is often one of the best predictors of behavior. This course introduces students to the brain and behavioral science of aesthetic preference. Focus is placed on answering three questions: 1) What do common human preferences tell us about our relationship to other species and our evolutionary past? 2) How does the mind perceive, remember, and organize the conceptual and affective information associated with beauty? 3) Are differences in aesthetic preference mere noise or do they say something meaningful about us as individuals? Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Social Systems and Human Behavior |
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PSY 150 - Introduction to Psychology 4 credit(s) Psychology is the science of human and animal behavior and mental processes. As a survey course, Introduction to Psychology provides an overview of the methods, terms, theories, and research findings in the field. By understanding principles of psychology, students learn more about themselves, other human and non-human animals, historic and contemporary issues within the discipline and how to think about those issues critically. Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Social Systems and Human Behavior. |
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PSY 160 - Cultural Psychology 4 credit(s) The goal of this course is to provide a cross-cultural review of general principles of human psychology. Emphasis is on the organizing syndromes of particular cultures and how these world-views affect an individual’s emotions, cognitions and behaviors. Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirements: Diverse Perspectives and Social Systems and Human Behavior. |
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PSY 195 - Independent Study See department for details. Independent study contract required. |
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PSY 202 - Health Psychology 4 credit(s) This course provides an overview of research, theory, and contemporary issues in the area of health psychology focusing on the ways in which individual factors, interpersonal processes, and larger systems influence the psychological and physical well-being of individuals. Topics include lifestyle factors and theories of health behavior change, stress and coping, help-seeking and healthcare interactions, prevention and intervention strategies, as well as a discussion of pain, injury, and chronic illness. Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Diverse Perspectives. Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 with minimum grade C. |
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PSY 206 - Cognitive Psychology 4 credit(s) Attention to detail, reasoned argumentation, correct responses on tests of your knowledge or skill, remembered experiences and shared reminiscences that easily flow from thought to word. These are all core cognitive capabilities that we use nearly every day of our adult lives and that are of the utmost importance for college students like you. What makes all this possible? In Cognitive Psychology students learn about the forms, functions, and causes of cognition. In this class, the current status of the field, including what’s known about human universals and cultural relativities, is examined through the lens of Psychological Science. Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 with minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 208 - Addictions and Society 4 credit(s) Addictions and Society takes a historical and interdisciplinary approach to the question of alcohol, substance abuse and the social costs of addiction and use. The course investigates human motives to alter consciousness using classic and modern research in the physiology of addiction, sociocultural risk factors and changing cultural representations of drug use. Also listed as PSJ 208. Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 210 - Current Issues in Psychology 2-4 credit(s) This is a seminar-style course that varies from one semester to the next. Course themes are selected based on the contemporary issues in the field and the faculty member’s area of expertise, interest, and background. Examples of “Current Issues” include: Peoples and Cultures of Hawai’i; The Nature of Self-Concept; Aging; Life-Story Models of Identity; Evolutionary Psychology; and Psychology of Mindfulness. May be repeated for credit when topic varies. Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C; additional prerequisites may apply depending on topic. |
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PSY 211 - Abnormal Psychology 4 credit(s) Students critically explore major categories of disorders, with special emphasis on anxiety disorders, mood disorders, schizophrenia, and borderline personality. All original readings (no textbook). Questions are raised about the use of psychiatric drugs, and attention is paid to the history of insanity. This course includes both textbook and original readings. Also listed as DS 211 . Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 224 - Comparative Behavior 2 credit(s) Prepares student researchers in basic principles of comparative psychology, classical and contemporary behavioral theory, and empirical principles and protocols of behavioral observation, methodology, and analysis. Students will learn how to generate meaningful, empirical questions in the understanding of social behavior of nonhuman animals in the field and captivity. This course is required for students who intend to conduct comparative psychological research in the summer. Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 240 - Child Development 4 credit(s) This course is an introduction to human development with an emphasis on early and middle childhood. Initial discussion focuses on how to best characterize behavioral change over time and the interactive roles of nature and nurture as facilitators of change. Through detailed discussion of theory and research outcomes, students attain a comprehensive understanding of normative trends in physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and personality development coupled with an understanding of the cause of such change. Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 242 - Psychology of Intergroup Relations 4 credit(s) Develops an understanding of intergroup relations. Specifically, you will learn about social identity, social cognition, categorization, and best practices in promoting positive intergroup relations. We will explore these concepts by examining social psychological theories and research in prejudice, discrimination, and diversity. Students will develop an understanding of the frameworks and methods we use to study intergroup relations, the effects of stereotypes and prejudice both from the perceiver’s and the target’s perspective, and strategies that can be used to reduce intergroup biases and conflict. Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: International Perspectives; Diverse Perspectives. Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C; ENGW 180 , ENGW 181 or ENGW 182 |
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PSY 252 - BIOPSY I: Introduction to Neuroscience 4 credit(s) This lecture and laboratory course seeks to explain and identify the biological structures of behavior, relating to actions, experience, genetics and phylogeny of the organism. Students learn physiological function and brain injury sparing, assessment, and recovery through case studies, discussion, video, dissection and lecture. The goals of this course are to provide students with a strong background in neuroscience, neuroanatomy, neuropsychological assessment, and the ability to apply their knowledge to individual trauma case examples. This the first course in the Department of Psychology’s Neuroscience Emphasis (PSY 252, PSY 352 , PSY 452 ). Should a student choose to complete this three-course series, it is permissible to enroll in the courses out of sequence. Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C BIOL-110 or BIOL 200 , and BIOL-231 or BIOL-240 strongly recommended. |
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PSY 275 - Internship 1-4 credit(s) See department for details. Internship contract required. |
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PSY 281 - Lifespan Development 4 credit(s) In this course, students learn the fundamentals of human development from conception to death. Lifespan developmental psychology examines the extent to which genetics (nature) and the environment (nurture) shape who we are as living, thinking, and socializing people. Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 with minimum grade C. |
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PSY 295 - Independent Study 1-18 credit(s) |
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PSY 300 - Research Methods and Statistics I 4 credit(s) PSY 300 is the first course in a 2-semester Research Methods and Statistics sequence and includes a lecture and laboratory. Students learn method and design issues relevant to substantive areas in the health professions. Students learn how to critically review research claims, generate meaningful, testable, falsifiable, and valid empirical questions using sampling procedures, data collection and statistical analysis to answer their predictions. Through this course, students become scholars, in evaluating empirical literature, peer-review, research ethics, data analysis and interpretation, academic writing, and presentation. Students will understand statistical methodology for the behavioral sciences, including how to use statistical software to interpret and present data graphically, and how to create an engaging and professional presentation of empirical research. Offered: Offered every year.
Core Requirement(s): Quantitative Reasoning Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 and Sophomore standing (30 credits or above). |
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PSY 301 - Research Methods and Statistics 2 4 credit(s) PSY 301 is the second course in a 2-semester Research Methods and Statistics sequence and includes a lecture and laboratory. Students learn method and design issues relevant to substantive areas in the health professions. Students learn how to critically review research claims, generate meaningful, testable, falsifiable, and valid, empirical questions using sampling procedures, data collection and statistical analysis to answer their predictions. Through this course, students become scholars, in evaluating empirical literature, peer-review, research ethics, data analysis and interpretation, academic writing, and presentation. Students will understand statistical methodology for the behavioral sciences, including how to use statistical software to interpret and present data graphically, and how to create an engaging and professional presentation of empirical research. Offered: Offered every year.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 , PSY 300 and sophomore standing |
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PSY 308 - Social Psychology 4 credit(s) This course addresses social behavior from the perspective of humans as social agents, how they affect and are affected by others, topics include: perception of persons, affiliation, communication and attitude change, group processes, leadership, intergroup tension, cultural syndromes, and social roles. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed credits), PSY 348 , PSY 349 and PSY 350 with a minimum grade of C; or PSY 300 and PSY 301 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 309 - Personality Psychology 4 credit(s) A survey of current leading models of personality science, with special attention paid to five-factor theory (or what is also known as the “Big Five”; attachment theory, especially adult attachment-related behaviors; and script and life story models of identity in which self is presumed to be at least party a function of narrative story-telling. All original readings (no textbook). Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above (30 or more completed) and PSY 150 with minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 310 - Community Psychology 4 credit(s) This course will feature relevant theory, research, and practice in community psychology. Students will examine the associations between individual and social/environmental systems, the role of applied and action-oriented research, and use of collaborative practices all aimed at understanding and solving social issues from a strength-based perspective to promote wellness and reduce social inequities. This course includes a student-initiated service learning component. Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Civic Engagement and Diverse Perspectives. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed) and PSY 150 with minimum grade C. |
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PSY 313 - Psychology of Sustainability 4 credit(s) This course is an overview of psychological research in environmental attitudes, conservation, sustainability, effects of the environment on human behavior and well-being, and how to design and implement programs to promote ecologically aware behaviors. Course will include seminar discussion, travel for field trips, and community-based programming. Also listed as ENV 313 . Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Sustainability. Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 314 - Memory and Mind 4 credit(s) Students delve into Cognitive Psychology by studying the nature of memory– a cognitive skill we all take for granted, but that is necessary for our survival. Topics covered include historical perspectives in the study of memory, theories and current research in Information Processing, Mental Representation, and Long-term Declarative Memory Systems, changes in memory abilities over the life-span, and applied issues related to memory (in)accuracy. Through in-class lab exercises, writing and class discussion, students achieve a deep understanding of the nature of cognition and key role that memory plays. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above (30 or more completed credits) and PSY 150 with minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 342 - Explore Psychology in London 2 credit(s) This course will explore themes connecting key figures, historical events, and culturally relevant influences from reading, research, and discussion to develop a deeper understanding of the field of psychology. Students will learn about mental health approaches to treatment, develop an understanding of forensic psychology and behavioral science and learn about social and historically relevant events that connect to themes of illness, health, social inequality, and cultural diversity. Students will be introduced to photovoice as a qualitative method of inquiry used to shed light on the lived experiences of others and develop an understanding for new cultures and environments. Offered: Every other year in Spring (May/June)
Core Requirement(s): Coures meets International Perspectives Cornerstone Requirement Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 and one of the following: PSY 202 , PSY 211 , PSY 308 or PSY 310 . |
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PSY 344 - Social & Personality Development 4 credit(s) Students will learn the essentials of social and personality development. By the end of the course, students will understand the fundamentals of child social cognition, emotional regulation, attachment, and moral as well as gender development. Students will also learn how the contexts of family, school, society, and culture influence the development of sociality and sense of identity. This course is highly recommended for students who are considering careers working with children, adolescents, or both. Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 and PSY 281 with minimum grade C. PSY 308 recommended. |
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PSY 348 - Research Methods in Psychology 4 credit(s) This course examines the principles of research design, methodology, and data analysis in psychology. Method and design issues relevant to a wide range of substantive areas in psychology are covered, such as experimental designs, survey research, observational research, and qualitative content analysis. Further, students receive an introduction to data management and analysis, research ethics and the Institutional Review Board (IRB) process. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above (30 or more completed) and PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C. Corequisite(s): PSY 349 PSY 348 and PSY 349 must be passed in same semester with a C or better.
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PSY 349 - Research Methods in Psychology Lab 2 credit(s) This course is graded separately, but is a required component of PSY 348 and must be taken concurrently. In this course students work in groups to design studies, collect data, analyze it and present it. This course also focuses on the writing standards in scientific publication and presentation of results. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above (30 or more completed) and PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C. Corequisite(s): PSY 348 .
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PSY 350 - Behavioral Statistics 4 credit(s) Behavioral statistics provides an introduction to experimental design, descriptive and inferential statistics as well as computer statistical analysis. Statistical analysis is an essential part of any behavioral research project. This course provides the professional scaffolding for critical thinking, research interpretation, and empirical evaluation. Core Requirement(s): Does not meet Social Sciences core requirement (2010 catalog). Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above (30 or more completed) MATH 165 strongly recommended. |
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PSY 351 - Directed Research in Psychology 1-2 credit(s) Directed Research provides students with the opportunity to participate in an ongoing research project with a psychology faculty member. This opportunity provides practical research experience for business, career development, and graduate school. Research experience at the undergraduate level facilitates a more competitive application for graduate programs and jobs. May not be used as elective in Psychology. Instructor’s consent required. May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits total. |
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PSY 352 - BIOPSY II: Sensation & Perception 4 credit(s) This lecture and laboratory course explore the psychophysics of sensation and how that data is transduced into the energy of the central nervous system, a neural impulse. The central nervous system translates visual, auditory, somatosensory, gustatory and olfactory sensations into perceptual representations of the world. The goals of this course are to provide students with the skills and opportunities to conceptually integrate structure and function of the nervous system in an applied way; to further their empirical writing skills, and to explore neuroscience through both a lecture, laboratory and discussion format. This the second course in the Department of Psychology’s Neuroscience Emphasis (PSY 252 , 352, PSY 452 ). Should a student choose to complete this three-course series, it is permissible to enroll in the courses out of sequence. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above (30 or more completed ) and PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C BIOL-110, BIOL-224, or BIOL-240 recommended. |
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PSY 353 - Cognitive Development 4 credit(s) As mature thinkers, it’s easy to take your cognitive abilities for granted. In this class, students attain a newfound respect for the cognitive feats they accomplish each day by discussing relevant research and theory that together tells the remarkable story of human cognitive growth from infancy to adolescence. The scope of topics covered range from philosophical underpinnings of cognitive studies, to growth of the central nervous system, to how gene-environment interactions (including socio-cultural variation) gives rise to growth in attention, symbolic thought, folk knowledge, memory and strategy use, language, and social cognition. Discovered knowledge is emphasized, but practical applications are also considered. Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 and PSY 281 with a minimum grade of C; PSY 125 strongly recommended |
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PSY 356 - Psychology of Well-Being 4 credit(s) Expands the research and theory from abnormal psychology to examine the ways in psychologists study psychological health and well-being. We will explore the historical and theoretical origins of positive psychology and also review contemporary theory, research, and measurement that supports our current understanding of psychological well-being as it relates to emotions, thoughts, relationships, meaning, and vitality. This course is experientially-focused while also highlighting evidence-based ways we can promote and enhance well-being in individuals and communities in a variety of contexts. Offered: Alternate years.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or above (30 or more completed credits); and PSY 202 or PSY 211 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 357 - Psychology of Mindfulness 4 credit(s) Research points to the many benefits of mindfulness, including stress reduction, emotional balance, cognitive flexibility and focus, enhancing compassion, communication in social relationships, and other indicators of physical health and psychological well-being. This interactive and experiential course explores the theory, science, practice, and application of mindfulness through readings, lectures, class discussions, small group work, and common mindfulness practices. Offered: Alternate years.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed credits); PSY 202 or PSY 211 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 361 - Psychology of Gender 4 credit(s) Psychology of gender will provide students with a survey of psychological theory and research on the influence of gender, gender identity, and gender labels on the cognitive, social, physical states of humans across the lifespan. Course materials will include intersections of gender with other key social identities including race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ableness, ageism, and sexual orientation. Core Requirement(s): Counts towards core requirement: Diverse Perspectives. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing (60 or more completed), PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C, and one of the following: PSY 350 , PSY 348 , SOC 301 , SOC 300 , ANTH 301, SOCWK 310 , or PH 300 . |
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PSY 380 - Advanced Topics: Cognitive Psychology 4 credit(s) Advanced seminar course in cognitive psychology examines theory, research and practical issues aimed at extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics covered include Working Memory, Long term Declarative Memory, Embodied Cognition, Memory Accuracy and Illusions, Metacognition, and select topics from Narrative- and Self-studies. Students may enroll one time at the 300 and 400 level (up to 8 credits). Students pursuing capstone should enroll at the 400 level. Prerequisite(s): PSY 206 , PSY 300 and PSY 301 with a minimum grade of C; PSY 314 , PSY 353 or PSY 416 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 381 - Advanced Topics: Sociocultural Psychology 4 credit(s) Advanced seminar course in sociocultural psychology examines theory, research and best practices extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics covered may include social identity; culture and self-concept; prejudice and stereotyping; attitude formation; or persuasion and behavior change. Students may enroll one time at the 300 and 400 level (up to 8 credits). Students pursuing capstone should enroll at the 400 level. Prerequisite(s): PSY 300 and PSY 301 with a minimum grade of C; PSY 242 ,PSY 308 or PSY 313 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 382 - Advanced Topics: Biopsychology 4 credit(s) Advanced seminar course in biopsychology examines theory, research and practical issues aimed at extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Biopsychological topics include learning, perception, cognition and behavioral disorders through the lens of neurochemistry, pharmacology, endocrinology, and anatomy. Within this broad field, you may choose to focus on the biological underpinnings of human or animal behavior. Students pursuing capstone should enroll in 482. Offered: Offered Intermittently.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 300 and PSY 301 ; PSY 224 or PSY 252 ; and PSY 352 or PSY 452 ; each with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 383 - Advanced Topics: Psychology of Health & Well-Being 4 credit(s) Advanced seminar course in psychology of health and well-being examines theory, research and best practices extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics covered may include stress and coping, features of well-being rooted in positive psychology, mindfulness, and promotion and intervening in ways to promote well-being in individuals and communities. Students pursuign capstone should enroll in 483. Prerequisite(s): PSY 202 or PSY 211 with a minimum grade of C; PSY 300 and PSY 301 with a minimum grade of C; PSY 310 , PSY 356 or PSY 357 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 384 - Advanced Topics: Developmental Psychology 4 credit(s) Advanced seminar course in developmental psychology examines theory, research and practical issues aimed at extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics covered in the course will vary; examples may include but not be limited to modern approaches to attachment theory, identity formation, infancy, child abuse, and developmental psychopathology. Students pursuing capston should enroll in 484. Prerequisite(s): PSY 281 , PSY 300 and PSY 301 with a minimum grade of C; PSY 383 or PSY 445 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 385 - Advanced Topics: Personality Psychology 4 credit(s) Advanced seminar course in personality examines theory, research and complexities of lived lives with an aim towards extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics may include any aspect of personality science, from Big Five traits to characteristic adaptations such as attachment style, to stories and scripts and life-narratives. Students pursuing capstone should enroll in 485. Prerequisite(s): PSY 211 , PSY 300 and PSY 301 with a minimum grade of C; PSY 309 or PSY 444 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 395 - Independent Study See department for details. Independent study contract required. |
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PSY 411 - Applied Psychological Practicum 4 credit(s) Senior capstone course provides an integrated, experiential learning opportunity to motivated students who are interested in gaining hands-on experience while serving at local agencies, institutions, businesses, government, healthcare, and other approved settings in ways that are commensurate with their level of education and experience. Students who enroll in the course must attend an organizational meeting in the prior semester (or meet with the instructor individually). During the semester, students complete a minimum of 60 hours of service, practicum-related activities (e.g., activity log, learning objectives, evaluation), as well as course readings and assignments in preparation for our weekly seminar meeting and discussions. Prerequisite(s): PSY 348 , PSY 349 and PSY 350 |
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PSY 416 - Cognitive Science 4 credit(s) Cognitive scientists seek answers to questions about the nature of mind by integrating different methods of inquiry. Doing so helps them arrive at a richer, more inclusive understanding than what can be achieved within a single discipline. Cognitive Scientists have a “home” discipline in fields like Cognitive Psychology, Philosophy, Neuroscience, Linguistics, or Computer Science (to name the dominant perspectives). However, their work is guided by an understanding of the intersections among these areas of inquiry. The point of intersection (and overlap) among disciplines is where the “truth” about big picture-issues like thinking, reasoning, intelligence, and consciousness resides. Cognitive scientists seek to uncover these truths by challenging unitary disciplinary explanations. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed); and PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 420 - Special Topics in Psychology 2 or 4 credit(s) Special Topics is a seminar course focusing on topics of special interest to students and faculty, examples include: Psychopharmacology, Cognition, Face Perception, Personality, Sociocultural Psychology, Educational Psychology, etc. Instructor’s consent required. May be repeated for credit as topic varies. |
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PSY 442 - Explore Psychology in London 2 credit(s) This course explores psychology through the lens of history, culture, gender, and well-being in London, England. Over 10-12 days, students will immerse themselves by visiting important historical landmarks and sites (e.g., Buckingham Palace, Tower of London), including those associated with psychology and medicine (e.g., Bethlem hospital, Freud’s home, Royal Society of Medicine). Tours and visits to arts and culture locations are also included (e.g., Shakespeare’s Globe Theater, Tate Modern). Unscheduled periods allow for exploration in small groups and opportunities for students to use photovoice methods as visual representations to represent their lived experiences, assumptions, and observations while living abroad in London. Offered: Every other year in Spring (May/June)
Core Requirement(s): Coures meets International Perspectives Cornerstone Requirement Prerequisite(s): Instructor consent required. |
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PSY 444 - The Mind of the Artist 4 credit(s) A detailed examination of scientific findings revolving around the nature of creativity and artistic temperament, including analysis of personality-based factors, creative process factors, and a host of important correlations between specific life events and the urge to make art. Lives of artists will be featured, as will the study of a range of artistic modalities from photography to songwriting. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed credits) and PSY 150 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 445 - Children and Violence 4 credit(s) In this seminar, students will learn and discuss issues related to children and the culture of violence in which they live. This course will be roughly divided into three sections. Part 1 addresses children as victims of violence, including both direct (physical, sexual) and indirect (witnessing domestic violence) forms; Part 2 examines children as consumers of violence via the media (TV, music, video games, and so forth); and Part 3 investigates children who perpetrate violence ranging from those who bully peers to those with developmental psychopathologies. Although this course is heavily research based, it may be especially valuable to students who are considering careers with at-risk youths. In this seminar, students will learn and discuss issues related to children and the culture of violence in which they live. This course will be roughly divided into three sections. Part 1 addresses children as victims of violence, including both direct (physical, sexual) and indirect (witnessing domestic violence) forms; Part 2 examines children as consumers of violence via the media (TV, music, video games, and so forth); and Part 3 investigates children who perpetrate violence ranging from those who bully peers to those with developmental psychopathologies. Although this course is heavily research based, it may be especially valuable to students who are considering careers with at-risk youths. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above; PSY 150 and PSY 281 with minimum grade C; PSY 344 recommended. |
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PSY 448 - Mentoring in Psychology 1-4 credit(s) Advanced psychology students will serve as facilitators and laboratory assistants in psychology classes in which they have previously demonstrated excellence. Mentors attend all classes and co-curricular events and complete all of the readings. Mentors will assist in classroom management, study sessions, and laboratory activities. They will work closely with faculty in developing the means to good mentoring during independent meetings with the professor outside of class. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): 15 credits in PSY; Instructor’s consent required. |
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PSY 449 - Directed Research & Community Outreach 1-6 credit(s) Directed Research and Community Outreach provides students with the opportunity to participate in a research project with a psychology faculty member AND a community organization. This opportunity provides practical research experience in a community service related project, as such it does have a civic engagement designation. Research that benefits community organizations facilitates a more competitive application for graduate programs and jobs. Although this experiential may not be used as elective in Psychology, it can be used toward civic engagement requirements. As such, students or their research supervisor must submit the project proposal to the Center for Civic Engagement for inclusion in their ongoing catalog of CE projects underway in the College of Arts and Sciences. Instructor’s consent required. May be repeated for credit more than one semester for up to 6 credits. Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Civic Engagement. |
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PSY 452 - BIOPSY III: Endocrinology 4 credit(s) This course explores the mediating role of hormones on the reciprocal physiological systems and how neurochemicals influence behavior across species. A central topic of this course concerns the effects of sex steroid hormones on various reproductive behaviors (e.g., sexual and parental behaviors). Other topics covered include: the endocrine regulation of aggressive behavior, biological rhythms, energy balance, stress, learning, memory, and contemporary topics within endocrinology (e.g., the effects of hormone replacement therapy, anabolic steroids, and psychopharmaceutical medications on healthy hormone regulation). This the second course in the Department of Psychology’s Neuroscience Emphasis (PSY 252 , PSY 352 , 452). Should a student choose to complete this three-course series, it is permissible to enroll in the courses out of sequence. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or above (60 or more completed) and PSY 150 with minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 475 - Internship See department for details. Internship contract required. |
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PSY 480 - Capstone: Cognitive Psychology 4 credit(s) Capstone course in cognitive psychology examines theory, research and practical issues aimed at extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics covered include Working Memory, Long term Declarative Memory, Embodied Cognition, Memory Accuracy and Illusions, Metacognition, and select topics from Narrative-and Self-studies. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll in 380. Prerequisite(s): PSY 206 , PSY 300 and PSY 301 with a minimum grade of C; PSY 314 , PSY 383 or PSY 416 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 481 - Capstone: Sociocultural Psychology 4 credit(s) Capstone course in sociocultural psychology examines theory, research and best practices extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics covered may include social identity; culture and self-concept; prejudice and stereotyping; attitude formation; or persuasion and behavior change. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll in 381. Prerequisite(s): PSY 300 and PSY 301 with a minimum grade of C; PSY 242 PSY 308 or PSY 313 with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 482 - Capstone: Biopsychology 4 credit(s) Capstone course in biopsychology examines theory, research and practical issues aimed at extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Biopsychological topics include learning, perception, cognition and behavioral disorders through the lens of neurochemistry, pharmacology, endocrinology, and anatomy. Within this broad field, you may choose to focus on the biological underpinnings of human or animal behavior. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll at the 300 level. Prerequisite(s): PSY 300 and PSY 301 ; PSY 224 or PSY 252 ; PSY 352 or PSY 452 ; each with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 483 - Capstone: Psy Health & Well-Being 4 credit(s) Capstone course in psychology of health and well-being examines theory, research and best practices extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics covered may include stress and coping, features of well-being rooted in positive psychology, mindfulness, and promotion and intervening in ways to promote well-being in individuals and communities. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll at the 300 level. Prerequisite(s): PSY 202 or PSY 211 ; PSY 300 and PSY 301 ; PSY 310 , PSY 356 or PSY 357 ; each with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 484 - Capstone: Developmental Psychology 4 credit(s) Capstone course in developmental psychology examines theory, research and practical issues aimed at extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics covered in the course will vary; examples may include but not be limited to modern approaches to attachment theory, identity formation, infancy, child abuse, and developmental psychopathology. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll at the 300 level. Prerequisite(s): PSY 281 , PSY 300 and PSY 301 ; PSY 383 or PSY 445 ; each with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 485 - Capstone: Personality Psychology 4 credit(s) Capstone course in personality examines theory, research and complexities of lived lives with an aim towards extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics may include any aspect of personality science, from Big Five traits to characteristic adaptations such as attachment style, to stories and scripts and life-narratives. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll at the 300 level. Prerequisite(s): PSY 211 , PSY 300 and PSY 301 ; PSY 309 or PSY 444 ; each with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 485 - Capstone: Personality Psychology 4 credit(s) Capstone course in personality examines theory, research and complexities of lived lives with an aim towards extending students’ knowledge and understanding through integration, synthesis, critique, and application. Topics may include any aspect of personality science, from Big Five traits to characteristic adaptations such as attachment style, to stories and scripts and life-narratives. Students develop and complete a paper and public presentation as their culminating experience for the major and general requirements. Non-capstone students should enroll at the 300 level. Prerequisite(s): PSY 211 , PSY 300 and PSY 301 ; PSY 309 or PSY 444 ; each with a minimum grade of C. |
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PSY 490 - Senior Capstone Seminar 2-4 credit(s) The Senior Capstone Seminar is a writing-intensive course. It requires students to formulate a compelling psychological question with the assistance of their capstone supervisor. The topics vary by faculty supervisor specialty, thus each section will be designated by topic name. Students develop an empirical question, assemble an array of articles, books, or book chapters, pursuant to that question, and review, organize and assess this literature to write a compelling formal paper and engaging “Ted Talk” to be presented during Senior Projects Day (Spring). Others may choose to present a poster at the Undergraduate Research Conference (Fall), or another public arena. 4 credits are required for the major, however may be repeated across semesters (e.g., 2 and 2). Prerequisite(s): PSY 150 , PSY 348 , PSY 349 , PSY 350 passed with a C or better; permission of the instructor to enroll in specific sections. |
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PSY 499 - Capstone: Psychological Research 4-6 credit(s) Capstone in Psychological Research provides students with an opportunity to develop and refine research knowledge and skills by planning and implementing student- or faculty-initiated research projects. Students are expected to have fully completed both PSY 300 and PSY 301 , as well as some advanced coursework and research-related activities (e.g., PSY 351 ) with a faculty member. Students will conduct literature reviews, develop research proposals, assist with IRB applications, collect, analyze, and interpret data that culminates into a formal APA style empirical paper and a public presentation on campus and/or at a peer-reviewed academic conference towards meeting major and general requirements. Instructor consent. May be repeated for credit (e.g., 2 and 2; 2 and 4 for elective credit). Prerequisite(s): Minimum 3.25 GPA in the major and a 3.00 GPA overall. |
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GPSY 503 - Professional Orientation & Ethics 3 credit(s) Considers standards of clinical practice, ethics, professionalism, mental health statutes, interaction with other helping proefssions, referrals, and consultation. APS only. |
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GPSY 504 - Assessment of Individuals 3 credit(s) Various methods of assessing individuals for clinical problems will be reviewed and applied through practice. Standardized assessment instruments in the cognitive and personality domains will be covered. Prerequisite(s): GPSY 720 , GPSY 725 , GPSY 735 , GPSY 870 APS students only. |
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GPSY 505 - Psychological Assessment 3 credit(s) Psychological measurement and testing including strategies of test construction, reliability and validity of evaluation measures, and practical applicaiton of assessment in a clinical context. APS only. |
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GPSY 510 - Cultural Foundations 3 credit(s) Presents a framework for a psychology of human diversity; human diversity is defined broadly to include sexual orienation, gender, race/ethnicity, age, disability, and othe sources of diversity. |
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GPSY 511 - Ethnic Minority Student Seminar 1 credit(s) Seminar taught concurrently with GPSY 510 that is intended for self-identified ethnic minority students. This course is designed to provide supplemental readings and discussions to GPSY 510 that is tailored for ethnic minority students. Pass/No Pass. Corequisite(s): GPSY 510
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GPSY 512 - Helping Relationships 3 credit(s) Introduction to the development, maintenance, and termination of the theraputic relationship. Basic therapy skills such as listening, empathy, observation, and therapist self-care wll be addressed. APS only. Corequisite(s): GPSY 513
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GPSY 513 - Helping Relationships Lab 1 credit(s) Applied practice using interviewing and therapeutic skills. APS only. Corequisite(s): GPSY 512
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GPSY 520 - Introduction to Diagnosis 3 credit(s) This course provides an examination of the various psychological disorders as well as theoretical, clinical, and experimental perspecitves of the study of psychpathology. Emphasis is on terminology, classification, etiology, assessment, and treatment of the major disorders. APS only. |
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GPSY 535 - Group Dynamics 3 credit(s) Considers group therapy approaches and models; issues of group dynamics and of group leadership; styles of leadership and group facilitation skills. Consideration is given to specific goals and methods to facilitate group cohesion and growth. APS only. Prerequisite(s): GPSY 512 |
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GPSY 541 - Psychoactive Substances 3 credit(s) Introduces psychopharmacology of legal and illegal substances, assessment and treatment of abuse. APS only. Prerequisite(s): GPSY 512 and GPSY 520 |
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GPSY 570 - Organizational Behavior Theory 3 credit(s) Introduction to the basics of organizational behavior theory. Topics covered will include motivation, job satisfaction, leadership, politics, and culture. APS only. Prerequisite(s): GPSY 581 . |
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GPSY 580 - Research Methods 3 credit(s) The focus of this course is research methodology and scientific thinking. It covers basic experimental designs (between- and within-groups), single subject experiments, group experimental designs, and non-experimental designs (correlational research and case studies). Validity issues in research (internal and external) and research ethics are emphasized throughout. Emphasis will be placed on determining the most appropriate research design in a variety of settings (e.g., research lab, school, organization/business, etc.). APS only. |
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GPSY 581 - Statistics 3 credit(s) Will focus on basic statistical techniques as applied to design and interpretation of experimental and observational research, with special emphasis on sampling distributions, statistical inference and estimation, statistical power, and sample size estimation for common statistical tests. Methods include measures of association, t-tests, ANOVA, chi-square, and non-parametric versions of standard parametric tests. This course includes the use of statistical computer software. Emphasis will be placed on the application of statistical techniques with data from a variety of settings (e.g., research lab, school, organization/business, etc.).. Prerequisite(s): GPSY 580 APS students only. |
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GPSY 582 - Statistics II 3 credit(s) This second course in the sequence focuses on review of traditional topics in correlation and regression analyses, including model comparison strategies, evaluation of model assumptions, testing mediation and moderation hypotheses, working with categorical variables, general linear modeling, and logistic regression. This course includes the use of statistical computer software. Emphasis will be placed on the application of statistical techniques with data from a variety of settings (e.g., research lab, school, organization/business, etc.). Prerequisite(s): GPSY 581 APS only. |
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GPSY 583 - Statistics Lab 1 credit(s) This course provides the opportunity to begin working on your thesis project. Using the skills students acquired in Research Methods and are developing in the statistics sequence, they will begin working on their thesis by identifying a research question, conducting a literature review, and generating research hypotheses. This lab will also provide the opportunity for students to receive feedback from the course instructor and peers to help them refine their research question and hypotheses. Pass/No Pass. Prerequisite(s): GPSY 580 . |
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GPSY 583 - Statistics Lab 1 credit(s) Provides students the opportunity to learn how to use SPSS to conduct the analyses we go over in class. Using the skills students acquire in Statistics, they will learn how to run parametric and non-parametric analyses using SPSS and interpret the output. Pass/No Pass. Prerequisite(s): GPSY 580 |
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GPSY 600 - Development 3 credit(s) POverview of theory and resarch regarding determinants of human development across the lifespan. APS only. |
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GPSY 601 - Biological & Cognitive Foundations 3 credit(s) Foundational knowledge of the biological and cognitive determinants of human behavior from the perspectives of historical development, current theory and research, and applications. APS only. |
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GPSY 602 - Social & Systems Foundations 3 credit(s) Foundational knowledge of the social and systems determinants of human behavior from the perspectives of historical developent, current theory and reserach, and applications. APS only. |
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GPSY 651 - Community-Based Research Methods I 4 credit(s) The first in a three-course series, providing an overview of theories, methods, and applications of program evaluation and community consultation as tools for facilitating systemic and programmatic changes in community and clinical settings. Prerequisite(s): GPSY 582 , GPSY 881 , OR GPSY 982 . |
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GPSY 652 - Community-Based Research Methods II 3 credit(s) The second in a three-course series, providing an overview of theories, methods, and applications of program evaluation and community consultation as tools for facilitating systemic and programmatic changes in community and clinical settings. Class covers application of program assessment and techniques of program development in collaboration with various community organizations. Prerequisite(s): GPSY 651 . |
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GPSY 653 - Community-Based Research Methods III 3 credit(s) The third in a three-course series, introducing the principles and dynamics involved in various types of consultative relationships in community and clinical settings, with a focus on cross-cultural and ethical issues. Prerequisite(s): GPSY 652 |
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