Courses-PSY

Psychology Courses

PSY-1010: Career Management - 1 hour
Career and life planning assistance. Information about the career management process, how it relates to decisions regarding education and work, and brief introduction to strategies for obtaining part-time, summer, internship or full-time employment.

PSY-1015: Employment Strategies for Arts & Sciences Students - 1 hour
Students will establish goals specific to their transition to full-time work. Strategies to achieve goals include writing, research, communication, new technologies, institutional/association services, salary negotiations, evaluating offers and first year success.

PSY-2000: General Psychology - 3 hours
Principles of human behavior using a scientific approach to exploring individual differences, personality development, adjustment, emotions, sensory functions and perceptions. Development throughout the lifespan, psychopathology, and treatment. IAI: S6 900.

PSY-2400: Educational Psychology - 3 hours
Cognitive, social, moral development of students as they interact in the learning process. Theories of teaching and learning are examined in terms of pedagogical practice in schools. Clinical experience required for education students. Cross-listed with EDU-2400.

PSY-4100: Developmental Psychology: Lifespan - 3 hours
Cognitive, emotional, physical, social and spiritual growth across the lifespan. Implications of developmental patterns for the helping and health professions covered. Prerequisite: PSY-2000 General Psychology. IAI: S6 902.

PSY-4101: Developmental Psychology: Infancy and Early Childhood - 3 hours
Course covers cognitive, emotional, physical, social and spiritual growth during infancy and early childhood. Developmental theories and educational implications of developmental patterns discussed.

PSY-4105: Developmental Psychology: Middle Childhood - 3 hours
Course covers cognitive, emotional, physical, social and spiritual growth during childhood. Developmental theories and educational implications of developmental patterns discussed.

PSY-4110: Developmental Psychology: Adolescence - 3 hours
The pubescent and adolescent period of growth and development. Theories and problems of adolescence. IAI: S6 904.

PSY-4115: Developmental Psychology: Adulthood - 3 hours
Examination of ongoing development throughout adulthood; physiological and psychological changes; influence of medical, interpersonal, and societal changes on the developing adult; examination of death and dying. IAI: S6 905.

PSY-4125: Child and Adolescent Psychology - 3 hours
Physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and spiritual development from kindergarten through secondary school. Developmental patterns and educational/family implications identified. Appropriate for students preparing for K-12 certification.

PSY-4150: Social Psychology - 3 hours
Cross-listed with SOC-4150. Prerequisite: PSY-2000 General Psychology. IAI: S8 900.

PSY-4201: Counseling Skills - 3 hours
Basic skills of counseling, establishing a therapeutic relationship, listening and responding to the client, decision making. Importance of values and meaning in counseling. Ethical issues in therapy. Use of role playing, audio and video tapes.

PSY-4205: Introduction to Counseling - 3 hours
Current counseling theories and issues; condition for effective counseling in varied settings; multicultural concerns.

PSY-4210: Group Theory and Leadership - 3 hours
Group structure and dynamics. Development of basic group skills applicable to a variety of group settings.

PSY-4310: Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences - 3 hours
Introduction to statistical techniques and theory in the behavioral sciences. Emphasis on intuitive approach to theory and practical applications to problems of investigation. Cross-listed with SOC-4310, ECO-4310, and POS-4310. Prerequisite: PSY-2000 General Psychology.

PSY-4320: Research Methods - 3 hours
Designs, materials, and procedures used by the psychologist as a social scientist. Emphasis on data collection and analysis and student research project. Prerequisite: PSY-4310.

PSY-4410: Psychology and Methods of Teaching the Exceptional Learner - 3 hours
Identification of characteristics of exceptional learners; applicable laws and policies; educational program development based on empirically-supported instructional techniques; assessment and record-keeping procedures; transition planning. Clinical experience required for education students.

PSY-4421: Characteristics/Learning Needs of Students - Academically/Physically Challenged - 3 hours
Characteristic of student ages 5-21 with moderate and sever developmental disabilities and physical and multiple handicapped conditions. Understanding impact of language disorders, processing deficits, behavioral/emotional and sensory disabilities on the cognitive, emotional, social, and communication development of individuals with cognitive and/or physical disabilities. Examine opportunities to support learning, social, personal daily living, and vocational needs of students.

PSY-4426: Characteristics/Learning Needs of Students - Learning/Behavior Disorders - 3 hours
Characteristics of students age 3-21 with learning disabilities and behavioral/emotional disorders. Impact of language disorders, processing deficits and behavioral/emotional and sensory disabilities on the cognitive, emotional, social, and communication development of individuals with learning disabilities. Examine opportunities to support learning, social, and personal needs of students.

PSY-4430: Affective Education in Middle School - 3 hours
Focus on understanding critical social/emotional issues of early adolescents. Strategies for integration of developmental and preventative guidance concepts into existing curricula and advisor-advisee programs. Emphasis on assisting students in understanding and accepting themselves. Prerequisite: PSY-2400 and PSY-4110 or PSY-4105.

PSY-4435: Identification and Education of Young Children with Special Needs -3 hours
Identification of characteristics of young children with disabilities or at risk for developmental delays. Applicable laws, policies, and guidelines. Assessment, programming, and intervention techniques. Emphasis on collaboration with parents and professionals.

PSY-4440: Basic Sign Language - 3 hours
Emphasis on basic conversational vocabulary, finger-spelling skills, and an introduction to sign systems. Information on the deaf community and its culture is also presented. (Designed for students with no previous experience in sign language.)

PSY-4450: Assessment in Education - 3 hours
Introduction to classroom assessment and evaluation. Criteria for test construction. Methods in traditional and alternative forms of assessment.

PSY-4501: Physiological Psychology - 3 hours
Relationship between physiological functions and human behavior. Emphasis on the nervous system and endocrine system as they relate to sensory processes, motor behavior, regulating systems and behavior disorders.

PSY-4505: Human Sexuality - 3 hours
This course covers biological, psychological and theological aspects of human sexuality, including anatomy, behavior, dysfunctions and treatment.

PSY-4510: Sports Psychology - 3 hours
Application of psychological principles to sport behavior. Relationship of body and mind, theoretical models of understanding sport behavior, and techniques of helping athletes cope with motivation and stress.

PSY-4600: Introduction to Art Therapy - 3 hours
Cross-listed with ART-4600.

PSY-4601: Special Topics - 3 hours
In-depth and timely study of topics or issues in psychology. Topics will be changed according to interests of instructors and needs of students. Contact instructor for current focus.

PSY-4605: Abnormal Psychology - 3 hours
Explores mental disorders of adults and children based on the present DSM including theories and research as to causes, symptomatology, and treatment. Identifies the role of personnel including applications to education, health care, and community focus in dealing with mental conflict and fostering mental health.

PSY-4610: Theories of Personality - 3 hours
Description, theoretical interpretation and measurement of both normal and abnormal personality. Development and maintenance of personality. Compare and contrast different theories and techniques of models.

PSY-4620: Psychology of Gender - 3 hours
Discusses the role of gender in the development of the individual, including biological, psychological and cultural components.

PSY-4625: Behavior Assessment and Management - 3 hours
Principles, techniques, and practical issues involved in behavioral assessment. Processes underlying behavioral change programs. Students implement a behavior management plan.

PSY-4630: Interface Between Psychology/Christianity - 3 hours
The current and historical relationships between psychology and the Christian faith; the philosophical underpinnings of science and scientific psychology; the diverse roles of Christians as helping professionals. Prerequisite: 9 semester hours in psychology.

PSY-4635: Industrial/Organizational Psychology - 3 hours
Principles of psychology relevant to understanding and solving problems in business and industry. Emphasis on scientific methods to study problems, theories of leadership, motivation, and human resource management.

PSY-4640: History and Systems of Psychology - 3 hours
Historical and philosophical roots of the field of Psychology. Examination of past and present schools of the discipline.

PSY-4645: Psychology of Adjustment and Growth - 3 hours
Basic views in psychology concerning individuals from a wellness perspective.

PSY-4900: Senior Seminar in Psychology - 3 hours
Course serves as a culminating experience for senior Psychology majors/minors. Major issues and themes in psychology revisited and synthesized. Career planning covered. The role of psychology in individual's lives and today's society discussed.

PSY-4910: Assessment: Early Childhood Education - 2 hours
A support course for student teachers encompassing techniques and models for assessment of learning outcomes.

PSY-4920: Assessment: Elementary Education - 2 hours
A support course for student teachers encompassing techniques and models for assessment of learning outcomes.

PSY-4930: Assessment: Secondary Education - 2 hours
A support course for student teachers encompassing techniques and models for assessment of learning outcomes.

PSY-4950: Independent Study in Psychology - 1-6 hours PSY-4990: Internship in Psychology - 6-12 hours
Supervised experiences which utilize psychology in a meaningful manner. On campus supervision required. Open to psychology majors or minors with senior college standing who have been approved by the department. See internship manual for requirements.