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Psychology
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FYPY 100 First Year Seminar - Psychology 3 Credit(s) FYS
This course will introduce students to the experience of academic exploration that is at the heart of a liberal arts education. Through study of one or more compelling questions or topics in a small seminar setting, students will practice creative and critical thinking and will learn to express themselves effectively and appropriately in a college setting. They will develop relationships and practices that allow them to effectively utilize college resources and become members of a community of learners. The specific topic of the seminar will be developed by individual faculty and will be announced in advance. First year seminars are required for first-year students and transfer students with fewer than 15 credits. Not open to students who have received credit for IDS 189 or another first year seminar course.
Psychology
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PSY 101 General Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII CS
This course introduces the student to the scientific study of the mind and behavior and to applications of psychological theory and research to everyday life. Topics covered include abnormal psychology, biological psychology, cognition, development, learning, personality, and social psychology. Students explore the nature of evidence in psychology, assess the value of theory in understanding contemporary social issues, and engage in systematic investigations of human behavior and mental processes. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for PSY103.
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PSY 170H Honors: Foundations of Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII CS
This course surveys core areas of psychology and the insights they offer into how and why human beings behave as they do. In a seminar setting, with fieldwork and library related activities, students will explore the major perspectives in psychology, examine the work of noted psychologists explore the nature of evidence in psychological science, and assess the value of psychology in understanding contemporary social issues. Students completing PSY 101 or PSY103 cannot take this course for credit. Limited to Honors Program students, upon approval of the Instructor and Honors Coordinator. First consideration given to Freshmen Honors Program Psychology majors. Substitutes for PSY 101 in all curricula.
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PSY 203S Research Methods and Statistics I 4 Credit(s) Q
This is the first of a two-course sequence (with PSY 204R ) integrating statistics and research methods in psychology. The course covers basic research design principles and descriptive statistics, and introduces the normal curve and the sampling distributions underlying inferential statistics. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisites: Psychology major and minor status, PSY 101 , and satisfactory of the math competency requirement.
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PSY 204R Research Methods and Statistics II 4 Credit(s) Q
This is the second of a two-course sequence (withPSY 203S ) integrating statistics and research methods in psychology. The course covers more complex research designs and inferential statistical methods, including one-and two-way analysis of variance and selected non-parametric techniques. Students will design and conduct an independent research project. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week.
Prerequisite: Psychology major or minor status and PSY 203S (or a grade of B- or better in CRJ 401 or NUR 409 ).
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PSY 210 Introduction to Learning 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course presents an overview of research in animal and human learning including topics in reflexive behavior, and classical and operant conditioning. Emphasis will be placed on behaviorism as a philosophy of science, reasoning about cause and effect, measurement and evaluation of behavior, evolutionary mechanisms, ethics and the application of learning (to both animal and human populations). Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 211 Introduction to Cognitive Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
Introduction to the study of perception, memory, thought, language, attention, and reasoning. Connections with other cognitive sciences, including linguistics, neuroscience, computer science, and philosophy of mind, will be explored. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 212 Introduction to Biological Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course introduces basic neuroanatomy and neurophysiology and the methods of biological psychology, and explores the biological bases of psychological development, behavior, and behavior disorders. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 215 Introduction to Abnormal Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course describes the various forms of abnormal behavior. It covers the etiology, development and treatment of the major psychological disorders. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY302. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 216 Introduction to Social Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course is an introduction to theory and research in social psychology, the scientific study of how people’s thoughts, perceptions, feelings, and behavior are affected by others. Topics include perception of the self and others, attitudes and persuasion, conformity, compliance and obedience, altruism, aggression, social influence and group decision-making. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY250. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 217 Introduction to Personality Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
Personality psychology is the scientific study of the whole person and of individual differences. The course will survey major theories of personality. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY303. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 218 Childhood and Adolescence 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course stresses the interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors which affect the human organism from birth through adolescence. Various theoretical points of view, e.g. Freud, Piaget, Erikson, are presented. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY206, PSY 251 or PSY 252 . Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 251 Child Growth 3 Credit(s) DIII CS
This course is designed to provide students with an integrated exposure to child development. A broad theoretical background is combined with principles of application. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY206 or PSY 218 .
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PSY 252 Adolescent Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII CS
This course provides the student with a broad theoretical and practical basis for the understanding of this dynamic period of development. Theoretical models are reviewed within the context of important issues of the adolescent experience. Students explore the nature of evidence in developmental psychology, assess the value of theory in understanding contemporary social issues, and engage in systematic investigations about adolescence. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for PSY206 or PSY 218 .
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PSY 300 Health Psychology 3 Credit(s) PGR
This course in Health Psychology will examine the application of psychological principles and research in promoting and maintaining health and well-being and in preventing and treating illness. Working within bio-psychosocial and ecological frameworks, this course will explore how dynamic interactions between biological, psychological, social, environmental, economic, health systems, and health policy factors influence health and illness. Students will gain an understanding of how their own behaviors (e.g., diet, exercise, drug use, sexual behavior, exposure to environmental toxins) may affect their personal health outcomes, and impact their communities. Three lecture hours per week.
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PSY 321 Group Dynamics 3 Credit(s)
This course will survey group theory, practice and research. Special attention will be given to group dynamics and processes, human relations training, organizational development, problem solving and leadership. The theoretical foundations of group psychotherapy and various methods of group counseling will be explored as they relate to individuals with physical and/or psychological disorders. Prerequisite: PSY 215 and at least three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 322 Adulthood and Old Age 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course follows the development of the human being beyond adolescence into adulthood and old age, examining the impact of biological, psychological, and social factors upon the aging process. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to student who have received credits for PSY207. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 323 Attention and Memory 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines attention and memory from three perspectives: What do we know about attention and memory? What are some possible explanations of these phenomena? What are the practical and theoretical difficulties in studying attention and memory? Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 211 and three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 324 Sensation and Perception 3 Credit(s) DIII
Sensation and perception are the processes through which humans and other animals extract information from the world. With an emphasis on vision and hearing, this course examines the physiology of sensation and the transformation of sensory impulses into meaningful perceptions. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 211 and three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 200 - 299.
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PSY 325 Theories of Motivation 3 Credit(s)
An analysis of the nature, origins, and development of motives. Current research trends are examined for their theoretical implications and historical antecedents. Emphasis is on concepts such as drive, arousal, emotion, and esthetics. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: At least six credits of courses numbered 205 - 299.
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PSY 326 Industrial and Organizational Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course studies selection, training, motivation, morale, supervision, leadership and organizational development in business and industry. Emphasis is given to the psychological techniques used to measure and analyze behavior in industry. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY314. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 327 Cognitive Neuropsychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course explores how the brain carries out the functions of the mind. Through examinations of cognitive function following brain damage and patterns of brain activation during cognitive tasks, this course will explore the functional organization of our abilities to remember, use language, perceive the world, make plans, and experience emotion. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY315 or PSY316. Prerequisites: PSY 211 or PSY 212 , and one year of college biology or 2) PSY 101 , BIO 200 and BIO 201 .
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PSY 328 Applied Behavior Analysis I 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course introduces students to the basic principles of behavior analysis derived from both classical and operant conditioning. Students will learn to use these principles to analyze and interpret examples of both overt and covert human behavior. In doing so, students will examine the relation between verbal and non-verbal behavior as it relates to the concepts of rule-governed behavior, self-control, and self-management. Prerequisite: At least six credits numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 329 Psychology of Language 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course provides an overview of the major topics, methods, and perspectives within the psychology of language. Included will be linguistic analysis, speech recognition, animal communication and language, language and thought, language acquisition, and language disorders. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 211 and three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 330 Psychology and the Law 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course explores the psychology of human behavior as applied to the law. It will compare psychological perspectives and emphasize the role of psychologists as expert witnesses in resolving legal conflicts. Topics include psychological research related to jury selection and deliberation, eyewitness testimony and identification; the recovered memory debate; assessment of competence, the insane, and involuntary commitment; and psychological aspects of criminal profiling. Prerequisites: PSY 101 and Junior/Senior class standing.
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PSY 331 Clinical Psychology 3 Credit(s)
This course provides an overview of the scientific and professional issues in the field of clinical psychology. It will focus on the professional role of the clinical psychologist in mental health settings. Topics include psychological assessment, forms of clinical intervention, research on the psychotherapy process and outcome, and current professional issues. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 215 and at least six credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 332 Evolutionary Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines human and animal behavior and mental phenomena as the products of evolution by natural and sexual selection. Data on human and animal psychology, such as those found in studies of consciousness and cognition will be interpreted in light of principles of evolution, and current work designed to test evolutionary predictions will be considered. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 101 .
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PSY 333 Psychology of Gender 3 Credit(s) DIII V DPDS
This course will explore gender as a social construction, examine theory and empirical research on gender, examine gender related oppression and victimization, and investigate psychology’s evolving understanding of this important social identity. Students will examine psychological literature on differences between women and men; social, biological, and cultural influences on gender; the experiences of transgender and gender nonconforming people; and the treatment of men and women in classic theories and research. Students will consider how gender bias and other ideologies relate to inequality in power and/or resources, gain an increased awareness of and appreciation for diverse perspectives, and explore their own gender-related experiences. The course will also consider the intersectionality of gender with other important social identities such as race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, and social class. Three lecture hours per week.
PRE-/CO-REQUISITES: PSY101 AND ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: PSY215, PSY216, PSY217, PSY218, PSY251, PSY252, PSY322, IDS202, OR IDS350, CRJ365, HST218, POL309, POL371, SOC305, OR SOC306.
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PSY 334 Psychopharmacology 3 Credit(s) DIII
Psychopharmacology is the study of how drugs affect the brain, behavior, and cognition. Topics will include basic neurotransmission, drugs of abuse, and drug therapies for psychological disorders. Students will study fundamentals of neural communication, the psychological effects of drugs, and how drug actions can be understood in terms of effects on the brain. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: PSY 212 and three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 335 Physiological Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines the self as a product of hereditary and environmental influences on the structure and function of the brain. Topics include brain mechanisms underlying learning and behavior change, how the brain creates a coherent and useful conscious awareness of the world around us, and the brain’s ability to carry our several functions simultaneously. Three lecture hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for PSY305. Prerequisites: PSY 212 , either PSY 210 or PSY 328 , and BIO 124 .
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PSY 336 Cognitive Development 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines how perception, thinking and reasoning, memory, and other mental processes change with development. Several theoretical perspectives will be explored, including Piagetian and New-Piagetian, information processing, psychometric and multiple intelligences. In addition to learning the theoretical perspectives, students will learn how cognition is assessed, how social and cultural context affect that assessment, and some practical applications. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: A course in developmental psychology - (PSY 218 , PSY 251 , PSY 252 , PSY 322 ) and three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 337 Social Development 3 Credit(s) DIII
This course examines how personality, self-concept, attitudes, and behavior of the individual develop in interaction with biological, social, and cultural forces. Topics include attachment theory, development of the self, aggression, gender and ethnic identity, and moral development. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: A course in developmental psychology-PSY 218 , PSY 251 , PSY 252 , PSY 322 and at least three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 338 Applied Behavior Analysis II 3 Credit(s)
This course is a continuation of PSY328 (ABAI), which covers application, analysis, and synthesis of operant and respondent principles and procedures used for behavioral changes in a variety of applied settings. Topics include ethical considerations, behavioral systems support, selection of intervention strategies and evaluating outcomes, and the measurement, display, and interpretation of behavioral data. Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite: PSY328 .
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PSY 340 Environmental Psychology 3 Credit(s) DIII
The relationship between human behavior and the physical environment, both natural and built. The behavioral effects of such things as spatial design, crowding, noise, privacy, personal space, and climate are examined. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: At least six credits of courses numbered PSY 205 - 299.
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PSY 344 Topics in Social and Cultural Diversity 3 Credit(s) DIII V W-II
This course will examine the psychological research and theories on a topic of social and cultural diversity. Cultural and social identities can influence how people perceive and respond to others. These issues will be explored in the context of specific topics that may include the psychology of prejudice and discrimination, the psychology of social class, cross-cultural psychology, or multi-cultural psychology, with specific attention to those groups that have less power and are subject to prejudice and discrimination in society. Students will gain an increased awareness of and appreciation for diverse perspectives, will discuss issues of prejudice and oppression, and will consider the similarities and differences across cultures. The course involves significant writing and revision, and students will use writing as a tool for learning and thinking aout the content of the course. Three lecture hours per week. Prerequisite: At least one of the following: , 216 , , or 218 , and at least three additional credits of courses numbered PSY 205-299.
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PSY 353 Philosophical Foundations of Psychology 3 Credit(s) W
This course explores the ideas and issues that have shaped psychology. Particular attention is given to basic and enduring questions behind psychology’s varied and changing theoretical orientations. Psychology’s historical milestones are examined in their intellectual, scientific, and cultural contexts. Students read original sources and engage in significant writing and revision. Not open to students who have received credits for PSY 404 or PSY 444. Prerequisite: 15 credits in Psychology.
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PSY 430 Research in Social Psychology 4 Credit(s) W
This course examines the experimental foundations of social psychology. Various experimental designs and methods used in this area are analyzed. Students are required to conduct their own empirical research in social psychology. Through writing and revision, students will learn to express themselves effectively. Three lecture hours and two laboratory hours per week. Not open to students who have received credit for PSY312. Prerequisites: PSY 204R and PSY 216 .
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PSY 431 Research in Animal Learning 4 Credit(s) W W-III
This advanced research course focuses on the principles of behavior discovered in the animal laboratory. Students will be responsible for shaping the behavior of a rat to illustrate behavioral concepts and principles. Students will read and analyze advanced literature on animal learning and will engage in a substantial amount of informal and formal writing. Through revision of written work (based on feedback from peers and instructors), and through discussion of writing processes and conventions used by psychologists (e.g., from the publication guidelines of the American Psychological Association), students will learn to express themselves more effectively. Students will also reflect upon the ways that writing can support learning of advanced concepts in animal learning and behavior. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: WII course, PSY203S , PSY210 or PSY328 , and at least six credits in courses numbered PSY300-399.
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PSY 432 Research in Developmental Psychology 3 Credit(s) W W-III
This course presents the many methods used to study development across the lifespan, including observation, interview, questionnaire, and experiment. Through reading and discussing published research, and working on individual research projects, students learn the principles of research design necessary for investigating developmental change. Students will read and analyze advanced literature in developmental psychology and will engage in a substantial amount of informal and formal writing. Through revision of written work (based on feedback from peers and instructors), and through discussion of writing processes and conventions used by psychologists (e.g., from the publication guidelines of the American Psychological Association), students will learn to express themselves effectively. Students will also reflect upon the ways that writing can support learning of advanced concepts in the field.Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisites: PSY203S , a course in developmental psychology (PSY218 , PSY251 , PSY252 , PSY322 , PSY336 , PSY337 , or PSY544 ), and at least six courses numbered PSY 300 - 399.
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PSY 518 Professional Development in Psychology 1.5 Credit(s)
This course will expose students to professional development issues within psychology. Through readings, assignments, and guest speakers, students will explore topics such as: ethics and values in psychology; informed decision-making about coursework; opportunities at the baccalaureate, masters and doctoral levels; allied professions; how to pursue and fund graduate study; careers in psychology and psychology’s value to other careers; and graduate school culture and expectations. Limited to psychology majors for free elective credit only. This course will be graded Pass/Fail. Prerequisites: PSY 101 , PSY major, minimum of 18 credits in Psychology.
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psy 519 Internship Preparation 1.5 Credit(s)
The course will guide students through the process of identifying internship sites of interest, preparing internship applications and acceptance documents, securing an appropriate internship placement and fostering the development of the knowledge, skills and abilities pertinent to successful internship placement. Limited to Psychology majors. This course will be graded Pass/Fail only. One and a half lecture hours per week. Prerequisites: PSY 101 , minimum of 18 credits in Psychology, minimum GPA of 3.0 in Psychology.
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PSY 520 Internship in Psychology 3 Credit(s)
The internship gives the student an opportunity to apply psychology in community, institutional, and business settings. Through this field experience the student explores career options, gains practical experience and skills, and makes contacts with potential employers. The specific type of internship setting will be determined by the student’s interests and by the availability of placements. Open to Psychology majors with at least a 3.0 GPA in Psychology who have completed 24 credits in Psychology. This course may be repeated for additional credits.
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PSY 521 Applied Behavior Analysis Internship 3 Credit(s) W W-III
The internship provides an opportunity to apply behavior analysis in community, institutional or business field settings. The student explores career options, gains practical experience and skills, and produces written products that synthesize experiences with readings in the area. The specific setting is determined by the student’s interests and by the availability of placements. Students will read and analyze advanced literature in the topic and will engage in a substantial amount of informal and formal writing. Through revision of written work (based on feedback from peers and instructors), and through discussion of writing processes and conventions used by psychologists (e.g., from the publication guidelines of the American Psychological Association), students will learn to express themselves more effectively. Students will also reflect upon the ways that writing can support learning of advanced concepts in the field. Open to Psychology majors, with at least a 3.0 GPA who have completed 24 credits in Psychology and a WII course. Recommended for the Applied Behavior Analysis concentration. This course may be repeated for additional credits.
Prerequisites: Grade of B or better in both PSY210 and PSY328 .
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PSY 530 Directed Study in Psychology 1-3 Credit(s)
This course is an opportunity for the student to do scholarly research or theoretical work under the supervision of a faculty member. Requires a written proposal approved by a faculty member and the Department Chairperson. This course cannot serve as a substitute for any required course in the Psychology curriculum. Open only to Juniors and Seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA in PSY courses.
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PSY 531 Independent Research in Psychology 1-4 Credit(s)
This course is an opportunity for the student to conduct a substantial empirical research project on a significant psychological question, under supervision of a faculty member. Requires a written proposal approved by a faculty member and the Department Chairperson. This course cannot serve as a substitute for any required course in the Psychology curriculum. Limited to Juniors and Seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA in PSY courses.
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PSY 540 Seminar: Topics in Psychology 3 Credit(s) W W-III
This seminar provides an opportunity for intensive study in a specific area of psychology in a small-group setting. Students will read and analyze advanced literature in the topic and will engage in a substantial amount of informal and formal writing. Through revision of written work (based on feedback from peers and instructors), and through discussion of writing processes and conventions used by psychologists (e.g., from the publication guidelines of the American Psychological Association), students will learn to express themselves more effectively. Students will also reflect upon the ways that writing can support learning of advanced concepts in the field. The seminar topic will be announced in advance. The topic will be announced in advance. Three hours per week.
Prerequisites: PSY203S , any PSY course numbered 210-299, and at least six credits of PSY courses numbered 300-399.
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PSY 541 Seminar in Biological Psychology 3 Credit(s) W W-III
This seminar provides an opportunity for intensive study, in a small-group setting, in biological psychology. Students will read and analyze advanced biological literature and will engage in a substantial amount of informal and formal writing. Through revision of written work (based on feedback from peers and instructors), and through discussion of writing processes and conventions used by psychologists (e.g., from the publication guidelines of the American Psychological Association), students will learn to express themselves more effectively. Students will also reflect upon the ways that writing can support learning of advanced concepts in the subfield of biological psychology. The specific topic will be announced in advance. Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisites: WII course, PSY203S , PSY212 , and at least six credits of PSY courses numbered 300-399.
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PSY 542 Seminar in Clinical Psychology 3 Credit(s) W W-III
This seminar provides an opportunity for intensive study, in a small-group setting, in clinical psychology. Students will read and analyze advanced clinical literature and will engage in a substantial amount of informal and formal writing. Through revision of written work (based on feedback from peers and instructors), and through discussion of writing processes and conventions used by psychologists (e.g., from the publication guidelines of the American Psychological Association), students will learn to express themselves more effectively. Students will reflect upon the ways that writing can support learning of advanced concepts in the subfield of clinical psychology. The specific topic will be announced in advance. Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisites: WII, PSY203S , PSY215 , and at least six credits of PSY courses numbered 300-399 or permission of Department Chairperson.
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PSY 543 Seminar in Cognitive Psychology 3 Credit(s) W W-III
This seminar provides an opportunity for intensive study, in a small-group setting, in cognitive psychology. Students will read and analyze advanced cognitive literature and will engage in a substantial amount of informal and formal writing. Through revision of written work (based on feedback from peers and instructors), and through discussion of writing processes and conventions used by psychologists (e.g., from the publication guidelines of the American Psychological Association), students will learn to express themselves more effectively. Students will also reflect upon the ways that writing can support learning of advanced concepts in the subfield of cognitive psychology. The specific topic will be announced in advance. Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisites: WII course, PSY203S , PSY211 , and at least six credits of PSY courses numbered 300-399.
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PSY 544 Seminar in Developmental Psychology 3 Credit(s) W W-III
This seminar provides an opportunity for intensive study, in a small-group setting, in developmental psychology. Students will read and analyze advanced developmental literature and will engage in a substantial amount of informal and formal writing. Through revision of written work (based on feedback from peers and instructors), and through discussion of writing processes and conventions used by psychologists (e.g., from publication guidelines of the American Psychological Association), students will learn to express themselves more effectively. Students will also reflect upon the ways that writing can support learning of advanced concepts in developmental psychology. The topic will be announced in advance. Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisites: WII, PSY203S , one of the following: PSY218 , PSY251 , PSY252 , or PSY322 , and at least six credits of PSY courses numbered 300-399.
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PSY 545 Seminar in Learning Theory 3 Credit(s) W W-III
This seminar provides an opportunity for intensive study, in a small-group setting, in learning theory. Students will read and analyze advanced literature in learning theory and will engage in a substantial amount of informal and formal writing. Through revision of written work (based on feedback from peers and instructors), and through discussion of writing processes and conventions used by psychologists (e.g., from the publication guidelines of the American Psychological Association), students will learn to express themselves more effectively. Students will also reflect upon the ways that writing can support learning of advanced concepts in the learning theory subfield. The specific topic will be announced in advance. Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite: WII course, PSY203S , PSY210 , and at least six credits of PSY courses numbered 300-399.
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PSY 547 Seminar in Social Psychology 3 Credit(s) W W-III
This seminar provides an opportunity for intensive study, in a small-group setting, in social psychology. Students will read and analyze advanced literature in social psychology and will engage in a substantial amount of informal and formal writing. Through revision of written work (based on feedback from peers and instructors), and through discussion of writing processes and conventions used by psychologists (e.g., from the publication guidelines of the American Psychological Association), students will learn to express themselves more effectively. Students will also reflect upon the ways that writing can support learning of advanced concepts in the social psychology subfield. The specific topic will be announced in advance. Three lecture hours per week.
Prerequisite: WII course, PSY203S , PSY216 , and at least six credits of PSY courses numbered 300-399.
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PSY 600H Honors in Psychology 3-6 Credit(s)
This course is only for Psychology majors who have attained a 3.5 cumulative average in Psychology. It involves a Directed Study under the supervision of one or more members of the Psychology faculty. Prerequisite: Invitation and/or acceptance by the Department Chairperson.
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PSY 601H Honors Independent Research in Psychology 3-6 Credit(s) W-III
This course is an opportunity for the student to conduct a substantial empirical research project on a significant psychological question, under supervision of a faculty member. Students will read advanced literature in the chosen topic and engage in significant writing and revision. Requires a written proposal approved by a faculty member and the Department Chairperson. Prerequisites: Psychology major status, minimum 3.5 GPA in Psychology courses, invitation and/or acceptance by the Department Chairperson.
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