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Psychology Descriptions
For catalog cycle Fall 2009 to Spring 2011
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PSY 100: Introduction to Psychology
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Scientific study of behavior and mental processes through the exploration of major theories and concepts, methods, and research findings. Topics include biological bases of behavior, perception, cognition, learning, emotion and motivation, development, personality and social psychology, psychological disorders and therapies, and applied psychology. Part of Psychology Major/Minor lower division core. Satisfies CSU GE Breadth Area D.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
PSY 100L: Intro to Psychology Lab
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
Various laboratory exercises and training in psychology. Concurrent enrollment in PSY100 is required. This is a laboratory course to accompany PSY 100 that involves supplemental activities and participation in the Psychology Subject Pool.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: PSY 100)
PSY 110: Human Biology & Behavior
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
An overview of human evolution, human anatomy and physiology, and holistic view of the study of human behavior. Students will learn how their bodies normally function and how different systems contribute to homeostasis and good health. Topics focus on a biopsychosocial model for understanding human behavior and health management. Satisfies CSU GE Breadth Area B2.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
PSY 200: Intro/Research/Methd/Data/Anal
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Introduction to the design, analysis, and critique of different experimentation methods in psychology. Students will demonstrate the ability to assess published research and express arguments orally and in writing according to the professional standards, such as the APA Publication Manual. Students will demonstrate the ability to conduct hypothesis testing using the scientific process and appropriate statistical data analyses. Concurrent enrollment in PSY200L (1 unit) is required. Part of Psychology Major/Minor lower division core
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100) AND (Corequisites: PSY 200L)]
PSY 200L: Research Method Lab
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Computer laboratory to accompany PSY 200. Various research laboratory exercises and training in statistics and computer data analyses. Concurrent enrollment in PSY 200 is required. Part of Psychology Major/Minor lower division core.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100) AND (Corequisites: PSY 200)]
PSY 210: Psychobiology/Eating/Disorders
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
An overview of health issues from a psychobiological perspective that includes different theoretical perspectives of the eating disorders and the interdisciplinary biopsychosocial research approach to the study of obesity, anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. Satisfies CSU GE Breadth Area E. Formerly PSY 201.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
PSY 215: Drugs & Human Behavior
Effective Feb 26, 2008 View History
Description:
The study of the drug development and testing, drug action, and drug use and abuse on human behavior. General topics include: basic principles of pharmacology and drug action, "new" drug development, theories of psychopharmacology, theories of emotion/motivation/reward, drugs and the nervous system, psychostimulants, alcohol, hallucinogens, psychiatric medications, and substance abuse treatment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 110)
PSY 300: Expermntl/Psy & Human/Assesmnt
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Experimental Psychology and Human Assessment :The capstone process for juniors who are Psychology Majors begins in PSY 300. Students develop a broad understanding of the science, ethics and application, and social responsibilities of psychologists. Students plan their academic careers and goals for attaining the entry-level qualifications for using their psychology theories and undergraduate skills. Together with a faculty advisor, a scholarly Individual Learning Plan is developed for attaining future professional and career goals. Required for all juniors who are Psychology Majors in their first semester.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 301: Adv/Psychological Statistics
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Advanced Psychological Statistics: Students learn traditional, scientific strategies for the statistical evaluation of psychological laboratory experimental designs and methodology primarily using human subjects. Emphasis is on using computer application of statistical models that use multi-group paradigms and linear analyses including the t-test, Analysis of Variance, and regression. These technological learning experiences help to prepare students for the 21st century research world. Nonparametric statistics and evaluation of quasi-experimental designs are also included.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100) AND (Corequisites: PSY 301L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 301L: Adv/Psychological Stat Lab
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Advanced Psychological Statistics Lab: Computer laboratory to accompany PSY 301. Various advanced research laboratory exercises and training in statistics and computer data analyses.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100) AND (Corequisites: PSY 301) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 302: PSY/Resear/Methods/Data/Analys
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Psychology Research Methods and Data Analysis: This is a cornerstone course for Psychology Majors emphasizing the science of the studying human behavior and mental processes. Students learn traditional, scientific strategies for the statistical evaluation of laboratory experimental designs and methodology used in Psychology. Students learn how to construct and evaluation strengths and limitations of experimental paradigms, including quasi-experimental designs. Each student is required to also write an American Psychological Association (APA) style research proposal.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (Corequisites: PSY 302L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 302L: Psychology Research Lab
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Computer laboratory to accompany PSY 302. Various advanced research laboratory exercises and training in statistics and computer data analyses.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (Corequisites: PSY 302) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 305: PSY Testing and Measurement
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Students learn the process of test and questionnaire construction. Student learn traditional laboratory experimental designs and methodology and critical thinking skills in evaluation and interpretation of construct validity in intelligence and ability tests, personality and adjustment questionnaires, ratings and behavioral observation techniques.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (Corequisites: PSY 305L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 305L: PSY Testing & Measurement Lab
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Computer laboratory to accompany PSY 305. Various advanced research laboratory exercises and training in statistics and computer data analyses.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (Corequisites: PSY 305) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 310: Biological Psychology
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
The study of the biological bases of behavior and psychological processes. Topics include: biological theories and scientific principles related to the understanding of brain-behavior relationships; general neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neurotransmission and brain function; invasive and non-invasive research techniques and ethical standards for human and animal research.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 310L: Biological Psychology Lab
Effective Aug 1, 2009 View History
Description:
This is a laboratory course to accompany PSY 310 that involves supplemental activitites in biological psychology, including basic neuroanatomy and laboratory skill training exercises.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Corequisites: SBS 310)
PSY 315: Psychopharmacology
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
The study of the drug development and testing, drug action, and drug use and abuse on human behavior. General topics include: principles of pharmacology and drug action, "new" drug development, general theories of psychopharmacology, theories of emotion/motivation/reward, drugs and the nervous system, biochemical hypotheses of antipsychotic action, biochemical hypotheses of mood stabilizers, pharmacotherapy for mental disorders, and geriatric psychopharmacology.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 320: Psychopathology
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
This class examines aberrant behaviors, broadly defined. What is deemed aberrant partly depends on the particular perspective taken. Students will develop a broad and critical understanding of 'abnormal behavior' from a number of different perspectives (e.g., biological, social, and cultural). The following disorders will be examined: social phobia, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, borderline personality disorder, gender identity disorder, substance-related disorders, and schizophrenia. Formerly PSY 374.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 320S: Psychopathology Servc Lrning
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
This course is designed to help students take a closer, more critical view of psychopathology by examining not only how mental disorders are defined and diagnosed, but also how mental disorders are experienced and understood by those who have them. We will examine how society stigmatizes mental disorders, and how stigmatization affects not only those with mental disorders, but society as a whole. In addition to class work, students will work in the community with people who have mental disorders. Formerly PSY 374S.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 321: Clinical Psychology
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Provides an in-depth exploration of the field of clinical psychology and the treatment of psychological disorders. Unlike PSY 320 Psychopathology, which focuses on understanding mental disorders, this course focuses exclusively on the treatment strategies and recovery. Students explore the various theoretical approaches to psychological treatment and the challenges encountered by mental health professionals. Formerly PSY 350.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 322: Theories & Methds of Counselng
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Theory and application of major counseling models. Major theories of behavioral change, with emphasis on counseling of persons with problems in occupational, social, family and individual adjustment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 329: Health Psychology
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Health issues and chronic disease models in health psychology and different theoretical perspectives of the biological, behavioral and social factors that influence health and health management. Health psychologists focus on prevention of illness and promote wellness through research and clinical interventions designed to foster good health and to reduce the risk of disease. Health psychology emphasizes the biopsychosocial model for disease prevention and wellness.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 330: Cognitive Psychology
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
This course examines cognitive processes, sometimes called "higher mental processes." Cognitive psychology includes topics such as perception, memory, language and thinking, and information processing.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (Corequisites: PSY 330L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 330L: Cognitive Psychology Lab
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Computer laboratory to accompany PSY 330. Various advanced research laboratory exercises and training in statistics and computer data analyses.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (Corequisites: PSY 330) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 331: Human Learning & Memory
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Examines basic theories, models, methods, and research findings in human memory. Both traditional and nontraditional topics are covered.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 332: Decsn Making & Prblm Solving
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Study of critical thinking skills through an understanding of psychological factors. Practical strategies are explored in relation to hypothesis formation and evaluation, decision making, problem solving and creativity, reasoning, and memory. Applications are emphasized.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 333: Cognitive Neuroscience
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Explores brain systems responsible for cognitive processes in normal humans, integrating theory from texts and current research from original sources.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 334: Perception
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Empirical and theoretical approaches to the psychology of perception with an emphasis on vision. Topics include the perception of form, color, depth and motion as well as the effects of attention and experience.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 340: Developmental Psychology
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
This class examines physical, socio-cultural, intellectual and emotional aspects of growth and development from conception to death. Students are introduced to theories, methods, concepts, and issues relevant to the scientific study of development across the lifespan. Topics covered include: the major theoretical and methodological issues in developmental psychology, social, cognitive, and physical development in infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (Corequisites: PSY 340L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 340L: Developmental Psychology Lab
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Application laboratory to accompany PSY 340. Various advanced research laboratory exercises and training in experimentation and data analyses.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (Corequisites: PSY 340) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 341: Psych of Thought & Language
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Explores the dynamic interface between psychological thought and language throughout development. Focuses on early expression and understanding of meaning in infants and young children and on analysis of everyday conversations and activities of children as a window on developing understandings of the world.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 346: Cognitive Development
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Cognition in children from infancy through adolescence. Basic and current research on children's understanding of the social and physical world. Focus on major theoretical perspectives: Piaget's constructivist approach, information processing approach, and sociocultural approach.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 347: Social & Emotional Development
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
An examination of contemporary theory and research on social and emotional psychological development from infancy through childhood.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 350: Social Psychology
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Social psychology is a scientific area in the discipline of psychology that seeks an understanding of how people feel, think, and behave in social situations. Students are introduced to the theories, research methods, and seminal findings of social psychology. Topics covered include: social judgments and decisions, attitudes, perceptions of others, social influence, attraction, aggression, and group pressure. Formerly PSY 338.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 352: Theories of Personality
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Survey of the major contemporary theories of personality. Theoretical positions are compared and critically examined along various significant dimensions, including their relationships to the total field of psychology. Methods of personality assessment as related in theory construction.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 353: Social Psych of Sex & Gender
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Considers ways people's gender-stereotyped expectations bias their perceptions and self-fulfilling prophecies. Also examines power and status inequalities between women and men and institutional forms of discrimination.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 354: Psychology of Law
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Current and future relationships between law and psychology, paying special attention to gaps between legal fictions and psychological realities in the legal system. Topics include an introduction to social science and law, the nature of legal and criminal responsibility, the relationship between the social and legal concepts of discrimination, and the nature of legal punishment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 355: Social Psych of Social Justice
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Social Psychology of Social Justice: Why do some situations seem fair and others unfair? Are all people concerned with justice or are some scoundrels? This course looks at the principles of distributive, procedural, and retributive justice and at real world applications of theories.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 360: Industrial/Organizational PSY
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Application of psychological theory, research and methodology to the work environment. Topics covered include leadership, power, group processes, motivation, satisfaction and issues in personnel psychology.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 361: Organizational Development
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Theory and practice of organization development, including systems thinking; action research; organization assessment and diagnosis; survey development and feedback; individual, group, inter-group and organization-wide interventions; consultant roles; and ethics of practice in organizations.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (JUNIOR STANDING)]
PSY 397: Independent Study
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select topic of study and total number of credit hours.
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(JUNIOR STANDING)
PSY 400: Psychology Capstone
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Each student produces a capstone project or compiles an academic portfolio that highlights their course-based and experiential scholarly achievements including internships, field studies, and civic service as volunteers. Both of these options help demonstrate that the students have experienced their education through a variety of modern learning techniques and have acquired their knowledge through best practices in the field. Student mastery is demonstrated by an individual scholarly research presentation that demonstrates knowledge of theory, methods, and application of a chosen specialty area in psychology is required. Mandatory Credit/No Credit Grading.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(SENIOR STANDING)
PSY 445: Theory of Mind Across Cultures
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Children develop an understanding of their own and others' minds during their early years. This is evidenced by their growing sophistication in conversation, deception, and pretend play. There appear to be universal as well as culture-specific ways in which children develop their skills in this domain. This course will examine how children from infancy to school age, in different cultural contexts, develop an understanding of mind. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment. Formerly PSY 345.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND STAT 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L AND PSY 340) AND (SENIOR STANDING)]
PSY 497: Independent Study
Effective Jan 1, 2010 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select topic of study and total number of credit hours.
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(SENIOR STANDING)
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