Academic Catalog

Psychology (PSY)

PSY101 / Introduction to Psychology
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Overview of the study and methods of psychological science. Includes an introduction to subfields such as biopsychology, learning, memory, development, social, and psychological disorders. Prerequisites: None.

SUN  SUN# PSY 1101
Fulfills: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]; Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]-in combo
Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY123 / Psychology of Parenting
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

The demonstration and application of psychological principles to parenting and the development and guidance of children and adolescents. Prerequisites: None.

Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY132 / Psychology and Culture
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

Fulfills: Cultural Diversity in the US [C]-in combo; Cultural Diversity in the United States [C]; Global Awareness [G]; Global Awareness [G]-in combo; Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]; Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]-in combo
Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY156 / Understanding Death and Dying
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Designed to give the student an understanding of the research and theories of death, dying, bereavement process, and aspects of end-of-life care and decision-making. Prerequisites: None.

Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY215 / Sports Psychology
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Application of the physiological, behavioral, social, cognitive, and humanistic perspectives in psychology to sport. Includes topics such as optimal performance, correlation, motivation, co-action effect, self-actualization, psycho-behavioral techniques, self-efficacy, and the general health benefits of sport participation. Prerequisites: None.

Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY230 / Introduction to Statistics
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

An introduction to basic concepts in descriptive and inferential statistics, with emphasis upon application to psychology. Consideration given to the methods of data collection, sampling techniques, graphing of data, and the statistical evaluation of data collected through experimentation. Required of psychology majors. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (PSY101 and eligibility for MAT14+ or higher as indicated by appropriate district mathematics placement) or permission of Instructor.

Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY231 / Laboratory for Statistics
1 Credit / 2.0 Periods for Laboratory

Applications of inferential and descriptive statistics to statistical software in the field of psychology. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: PSY230.

Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY235 / Psychology of Gender
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

To assess historical and psychological perspectives on women and men and to evaluate contemporary viewpoints regarding the psychology of women and men. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101, or permission of Instructor.

Fulfills: Cultural Diversity in the US [C]-in combo; Cultural Diversity in the United States [C]; Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]; Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]-in combo
Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY240 / Developmental Psychology
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Human development from conception through death. Includes biological, physical, cognitive, emotional, and sociocultural development across various ages. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101, or permission of Instructor. Course Notes: Recommended for students majoring in nursing, education, behavioral, pre-med, and psychology.

Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY250 / Social Psychology
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

The scientific study of how people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by other people and situations. Includes how we think about ourselves and others, persuasion and influence, sexual and romantic attraction, friendship and helping others, aggression and prejudice. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101, or permission of Instructor.

Fulfills: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]; Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]-in combo
Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY241 / Understanding and Changing Behavior
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Theory and methods for observing, analyzing, and modifying behavior. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101 or permission of Instructor.

Fulfills: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]; Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]-in combo
Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY262 / Positive Psychology: The Science of Well-Being
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Overview and application of psychological principles based on strengths and resilience of human beings as opposed to dysfunction and symptoms of mental disorders. Topics include happiness, relationships, resilience, optimism, well-being, and brain research explaining positive emotions. Prerequisites: None.

Fulfills: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]; Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]-in combo
Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY266 / Psychological Disorders
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Distinguishes between healthy psychological functioning and psychological disorders. Includes topics in psychopathology such as problems with anxiety and depression, eating disorders, substance-use, schizophrenia, sexuality, and personality. Also covers causes and treatments of psychological disorders. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101, or permission of Instructor.

Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY267 / Introduction to Forensic Psychology
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Overview of the practice of psychology in the law, by the law, and of the law. Focuses on the complementary functions and distinctions between psychology and the legal justice system. Topics include, but are not limited to, criminal investigations, risk and level of danger, competency, interrogations, confessions, assessment, eyewitness testimony, child custody, and domestic violence. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101 or permission of Instructor.

Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY290AB / Research Methods
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture

Planning, execution, analysis, and written reporting of psychological research using American Psychological Association guidelines (APA). Surveys the literature, procedures, and instruments in representative areas of psychological research. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: ENG101 or ENG107. Prerequisites or Corequisites: PSY230 or PSY230WL or permission of Instructor.

Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences
PSY290AC / Research Methods Laboratory
1 Credit / 2.0 Periods for Laboratory

Laboratory experience in support of PSY290AC lecture course. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: ENG101 or ENG107. Prerequisites or Corequisites: PSY230 or PSY230WL or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: PSY290AC lecture course.

Division: Social & Behavioral Sciences