ISPSYC 100 TOPICS IN PSYCHOLOGY
An exploration of topical psychological issues for non-majors. Topics vary in sub-areas of psychology such as biological, social, cognitive, developmental, and clinical psychology. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 101 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY
Surveys the major topics involved in an understanding of the behavior of humans and animals. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 221 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Human thought, feeling, and behavior in the social environment. Topics include the perception of people and social situations, aggression and altruism, competition and cooperation, love and friendship, communication and persuasion, attitudes and attitude change, social influence, and group dynamics. Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 242 PERSONALITY
Systematic study of the major theories and scientific assumptions endemic to the development, structure, and functions of human personality. Exploration of the methodological and research dimensions of this inquiry will be a central component of this course. Consideration of the roles of multiculturalism in theory development will also be examined. Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 251 PSYCHOLOGICAL STATISTICS
An introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics used in psychological research. Topics include measures of central tendency, variability, and correlation, as well as probability, sampling, hypothesis testing, and analysis of variance. Prerequisite: May not be taken for credit by students who have completed MATH 141. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 252 RESEARCH METHODS IN PSYCHOLOGY
Methodologies of psychological research will be explored. Students will learn to conduct, evaluate, and interpret experiments within various subareas of psychology. Prerequisite: Formal admission to the major in Psychology. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 253 BRAIN AND BEHAVIOR
This course examines how the central and peripheral nervous systems as well as the endocrine system relate to human and animal behavior. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 or permission of instructor. One Biology course recommended. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 290 PSYCHOLOGY TOPICS
1-4 credits
Exploration and analysis of elementary topics in psychology. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Occasionally.

PSYC 298 INDEPENDENT STUDY
1-4 credits
An opportunity for a qualified student to explore work in an area of individual interest, selected and pursued in consultation with a faculty member. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. May be repeated. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 311 CHILD AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHOLOGY
The study of child and adolescent psychology focusing on current research in cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 314 ADULTHOOD AND AGING
A psychological analysis of human development from postadolescence to death. Topics include sexuality, self-image, family and work relationships, independence, power, developmental experiences, multicultural issues, emotional and physical health, and aging. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and junior standing, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PSYC 321 CULTURE AND PSYCHOLOGY
The study of issues at the intersection of culture and psychology. Topics may include the learning of culture, the impact of culture on behavior, conflict and cooperation across cultural boundaries, and social processes in multicultural communities. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. Fall.

PSYC 332 ETHOLOGY
Investigates the behavior of animal species to provide a broader frame of reference for evaluating human behavior. Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or permission of instructor. Fall.

PSYC 340 PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING
Introductory theory and practice of psychological assessment. Examination of varied approaches to assessment and experiences with select test types. Prerequisites: PSYC 101, PSYC 251, or MATH 141 and junior standing, or permission of the instructor. Fall.

PSYC 345 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
An introduction to the systematic study of theories of ideology, signs, and treatment of psychopathology with an emphasis on prevention, and the social and cultural forces that influence views of abnormality. Prerequisites: PSYC 242 and junior standing, or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 355 PSYCHOLOGY OF LEARNING
Analysis of contemporary theories and research on learning. Integration of behavioral, cognitive, and ecological perspectives. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and junior standing, or permission of instructor. Spring.

PSYC 357 COGNITIVE PROCESSES
An investigation of the continuum of cognitive activities from perception to memory and thought processes. Traditional, neobehaviorist, information processing, and computer model approaches to understanding cognition are considered. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and junior standing, or permission of instructor. Fall.

PSYC 382 HISTORY OF PSYCHOLOGY
Exploration of the development of modern psychology through an examination of influential figures, events, and ideas from the mid-19th century to the present. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and junior standing, or permission of the instructor. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 425 PSYCHOLOGY OF WOMEN
Exploration of current and historical understandings of the psychology of women. Includes psychoanalytic, biological, and social explanations of women’s psychology and development and critical examination of research on gender differences and similarities. Prerequisite: Junior standing and ITW 101, or permission of instructor. Fall.

PSYC 444 COUNSELING
Exposes students to counseling techniques and corresponding theoretical frameworks to cultural, ethical, and psychological issues that are confronted by counselors, and to an examination of students’ interests and aptitudes as they relate to the counseling profession. Prerequisites: PSYC 242, PSYC 345, and junior standing, or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 447 CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
Introduction to the spectrum of subdisciplines within clinical psychology. Topics include clinical theory and research, assessment procedures, ethical decision making, and risk assessment. Prerequisites: PSYC 345 and junior standing, or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 451 MOTIVATION
Examines factors that direct human behavior, with emphasis on the influence of physiological changes and learning on motivation. Prerequisites: PSYC 253 and senior standing, or permission of instructor.

PSYC 453 SENSATION AND PERCEPTION
An examination of contemporary theories and research on how the brain makes sense of all the sensory inputs it receives to produce the rich perceptual world we experience. Prerequisites: PSYC 252 and PSYC 253. Spring, odd years.

PSYC 470 PRACTICUM
1-8 credits
Field experience focused on the ethical application of psychological theory and data in an organization or service setting under faculty and agency supervision. The readings, work assignments, supervisory sessions, and written product are determined by the student, the faculty, and the agency prior to the practicum. Prerequisites: junior standing and permission of instructor. May be repeated to a total of 8 credits. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 490 ADVANCED SPECIAL TOPICS
1-4 credits
Exploration and analysis of advanced topics in Psychology. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

PSYC 495 SEMINAR
Capstone experience that refines basic skills and concepts through an exploration of specific themes in psychological literature. Course work emphasizes analysis, synthesis, organization and oral communication. Students lead classroom discussions; active participation is essential. Prerequisites: Senior psychology major or permission of instructor. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 496 HONORS SEMINAR
1 credit
Research seminar for participants in the Psychology Honors Program. Prerequisite: admission to Psychology Honors Program. Graded pass/fail. Must be repeated to qualify for psychology honors. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 498 INDEPENDENT STUDY
1-4 credits
Individual study or research in selected topics in Psychology under direction of a faculty member. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

PSYC 499 HONORS RESEARCH
Independent topical research for participants in the Psychology Honors Program. Prerequisite: Admission to Psychology Honors Program. Graded Pass/Fail. Must be repeated to qualify for psychology honors. Fall, Spring.

PSYC 698 GRADUATE INDEPENDENT/DIRECTED STUDY
1-4 credits
Individual study or research in selected topics in Psychology under direction of a faculty member. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and permission of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits.