PY 101. PSYCHOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVES ON HUMAN BEHAVIOR

Examination of human behavior and experience from a psychological perspective. Application of psychological principles to understanding of human behavior. (University Studies course) (3)

PY 102. INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY

Introduction to the field of psychology. Includes perception, learning, memory, motivation, emotion, intelligence, personality, human development, psychopathology, and social behavior. (3)

PY 120. THE CHILD: DEVELOPMENT FROM CONCEPTION TO ADOLESCENCE

An overview of the social, cognitive, physical and emotional changes that occur from conception to adolescence. Application of principles of development to the understanding of child development and behavior. (University Studies course) (3)

PY 151. SOCIAL DECISION MAKING

Concepts, theories and research that contribute to understanding, analyzing and evaluating people's thinking and behavior in social psychological interactions. (University Studies course) (3)

PY 220. PSYCHOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT ACROSS THE LIFE SPAN

Broad overview of human development across the life-span. Reciprocal nature of the individual/environment interaction is emphasized. (University Studies course) (3)

PY 222. DEVELOPMENT OF THE ADOLESCENT

The basic physical, cognitive, social and personality development of the adolescent period will be examined. Efforts will be made to understand current issues affecting adolescence in light of recent empirical and theoretical knowledge. (University Studies course) (3)

PY 250. APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY

A comprehensive study of how psychology is used, how psychologists do their work and how applications of psychology affect daily life. (3)

PY 251. INDUSTRIAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

Survey of industrial-organizational psychology as a science and a profession. Theory is integrated with skill development in several areas. (3)

PY 271. RESEARCH AND DESIGN ANALYSIS I

Introduction to basic data analysis used in psychological research, including descriptive and inferential techniques and elements of research design. (3)

PY 325. PSYCHOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE FAMILY

Examination of psychological factors affecting family development and interactions across the stages of family life. (3)

PY 352. PSYCHOLOGY OF INTIMATE RELATIONS

Principles of psychology applied to intimate relations; attraction, sexuality, social exchange, communication, power, jealousy, conflict, loneliness, and therapeutic interventions. (3)

PY 353. SOCIAL COGNITION

Analysis of theories, evidence, and practical applications of the way that people make sense of their personal social lives. (3)

PY 358. SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

A survey of psychological aspects of social action and interaction, including aggression, attitudes, attraction, altruism, prejudice, group behavior, environmental psychology, and applied social topics. (3)

PY 359. PSYCHOLOGY AND THE LAW

Psychological analysis of law, criminality and the judicial system. Emphasis on psychological research exploring all aspects of the legal system. (3)

PY 362. LEARNING AND MEMORY

Basic phenomena of learning and memory, including: principles of classical and instrumental conditioning; the roles of contiguity, practice and reinforcement in learning; transfer of learning; and retention of learning. (3)

PY 364. COMPARATIVE COGNITION

A review of the history and theory associated with the scientific study of cognition in animals. The course specifically reviews contemporary research in attention, memory, spatial cognition, serial learning, timing and counting, and concept learning. Evolutionary similarities and differences among species are explored. (3)

PY 366. INTRODUCTION TO SENSATION AND PERCEPTION

Introductory study of the behavioral, physiological and cognitive aspects of sensation and perception. (3)

PY 370. RESEARCH DESIGN AND ANALYSIS II

Introduction to research methods used in psychological research, including experimental survey, and observational designs. Prerequisites: PY 102; PY 271. (3)

PY 401. SPECIAL TOPICS IN PSYCHOLOGY

In-depth analysis of current readings related to the topic under consideration. Topic and content will be variable. Prerequisites: Junior standing; PY 271; PY 497; or consent of department chairperson. (3)

PY 432. INTRODUCTION TO PERSONALITY

Introduction to theories on personality, assessment of personality and application of personality theory and assessment to basic life processes. (3)

PY 440. ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY

Survey of classification and assessment of abnormal behavior, its causes and methods of treatment. (3)

PY441. INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY

Survey of the understanding, assessment, treatment and prevention of maladaptive behavior. (3)

PY 442. PSYCHOTHERAPY

Theoretical and methodological aspects of analytic, neo-analytic, existential, cognitive, and behavioral therapies and assessment of their clinical effectiveness. (3)

PY 444. CHILDHOOD: PSYCHOPATHOLOGY

Survey of the clinical description, causes and treatment of the major forms of abnormal behavior evident during childhood and adolescence. (3)

PY 450. ORGANIZATIONS AS OPEN SYSTEMS

Organizations and organizational behavior are studied from an open system theory orientation. (3)

PY 460. COGNITIVE PROCESSES

Principal cognitive processes in humans, theoretical explanations and empirical findings. Prerequisite: one PY course. (3)

PY 465. MOTIVATION AND EMOTION

Physiological, social, cognitive, and environmental factors that contribute to the causation, maintenance, and regulation of motivated and emotive behaviors. (3)

PY 466. INTRODUCTION TO PHYSIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY

An introduction to the neural, hormonal, and genetic mechanisms that help mediate behavior. (3)

PY 484 (PY 499). ADVANCED RESEARCH IN PSYCHOLOGY

A laboratory research experience emphasizing the integration of material from previous research courses through conducting an original research study. Prerequisites: PY 102; PY 271; PY 370. (3)

PY 491 - 492. DIRECTED READINGS IN PSYCHOLOGY

Directed reading in an area of psychology allowing students to increase their knowledge in an area of individual interest. Prerequisites: Completion of 75 semester hours; minimum 2.75 GPA in psychology or 2.50 cumulative GPA; consent of department chairperson. (2 - 3)

PY 493 - 494. DIRECTED RESEARCH IN PSYCHOLOGY

Supervised experimental study of a psychological topic selected by the student, who should be well informed in fundamentals of experimental methods and statistics. Prerequisites: Completion of 75 semester hours; minimum 2.75 in psychology or 2.50 cumulative GPA; consent of department chairperson. (2-3)

PY 495. INTERNSHIP IN PSYCHOLOGY

Practical experience utilizing psychological principles and research methodology in applied settings. Course may be repeated once. Prerequisites: Psychology major; 18 hours of PY courses; GPA of 2.50 in psychology. (3)

PY 497. HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT IN PSYCHOLOGY

Development of psychology as a discipline and profession. An historical coverage of systems and directions representing the breadth and diversity of the discipline. Prerequisites: PY 102; PY 271; PY 370 and completion of the extended core requirements in the major. (3)

PY 521. ADVANCED CHILD DEVELOPMENT

In-depth investigation of selected topics in cognitive, social, emotional and physical development from conception through late childhood. Prerequisite: PY 120 or PY 220 or PY 222; or consent of instructor. (3)

PY 525. MATURITY AND AGING

Investigation of the physical, intellectual, social and cultural influences on post-adolescent development. (3)

PY 529. PSYCHOLOGY OF DEATH AND DYING

Examination of the processes of death, dying and bereavement in contemporary society. (3)

PY 531. PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING

Basic principles of construction, administration and interpretation of psychological tests. Considerations in the use of tests in various settings. Prerequisite: PY 271 or PY 571 or MG 257 or SO 242; or consent of instructor. (3)

PY 543. CLINICAL PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY

Survey of the clinical uses of the major classes of drugs employed in the treatment of psychological disorders. (3)

PY 553. PERSPECTIVES ON STRESS

Application of stress principles in the practice of psychology and management pertaining to organizational behavior. (3)

PY 555. HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY

Applications of psychology that contribute to promotion of health and prevention of disease through behavior change in health enhancing directions.(3)

The following are University Studies courses taught in the Psychology Department.

UI 300. DRUGS AND BEHAVIOR

An interdisciplinary coverage of psychoactive drugs from the perspectives of psychopharmacology, history, and criminal justice. Prerequisites: Behavioral Systems; Social Systems; and Development of a Major Civilization. (University Studies course) (3)

UI 309. CRIME AND HUMAN BEHAVIOR

An interdisciplinary study of the causes and effects of crime and delinquency. (University Studies course) (3)

UI 317. HUMAN SEXUALITY

Study of human sexuality, emphasizing biological, psychological, and sociological aspects. Sexuality issues dealing with critical thinking and valuing will be emphasized. Prerequisites: Living Systems; Behavioral Systems; Social Systems. (University Studies course) (3)

UI 354. LIFESTYLE ENHANCEMENT

An interdisciplinary study of the psychology of health and lifestyle management. Prerequisites: Behavioral Systems; Social Systems. (University Studies course) (3)

UI 430. AGING SUCCESSFULLY: CRITICAL ISSUES FACING THE INDIVIDUAL IN THE 21ST CENTURY

A study of the interaction of historical,economic, and political influences upon the biological and psychosocial nature of individuals aging into the twenty-first century. (3)