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Psychology Descriptions
For catalog cycle Fall 2007 to Spring 2009
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PSY 100: Introduction to Psychology
Effective Feb 26, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course is recommended. Satisfies CSU GE Breadth Area D.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
PSY 110: Human Biology & Behavior
Effective Feb 26, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course is recommended. Satisfies CSU GE Breadth Area B2.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
PSY 200: Intro/Research/Methd/Data/Anal
Effective Feb 26, 2008 View History
Description:
Introduction to Research Methods and Data Analysis: 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100) AND (Corequisites: PSY 200L)]
PSY 200L: Research Method Lab
Effective Feb 26, 2008 View History
Description:
Computer laboratory to accompany PSY 200. Various research laboratory exercises and training in statistics and computer data analyses. Concurrent enrollment in PSY200 is required. Part of Psychology Major/Minor lower division core. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100) AND (Corequisites: PSY 200)]
PSY 210: Psychobiology/Eating/Disorders
Effective Feb 26, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course is recommended. Formerly PSY 201.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 110)
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 229: Psychology of Health
Inactive as of Feb 26, 2008 View History
Description:
An overview of selected health issues in health psychology and behavioral medicine. Health psychology emphasizes the biopsychosocial model for disease prevention and wellness. Emphasis is on a holistic approach to good health through behavior management.
Units
2 to 3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
PSY 300: Expermntl/Psy & Human/Assesmnt
Effective Feb 26, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (Corequisites: PSY 301 OR PSY 305) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 301: Adv/Psychological Statistics
Effective Feb 26, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (Corequisites: PSY 301L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 301L: Adv/Psychological Stat Lab
Effective Feb 26, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (Corequisites: PSY 301) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 302: PSY/Resear/Methods/Data/Analys
Effective Feb 26, 2008 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. Concurrent enrollment in PSY302L (1 unit) is required.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 301 OR PSY 305) AND (Corequisites: PSY 302L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 302L: Psychology Research Lab
Effective Feb 26, 2008 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:
[(Corequisites: PSY 302) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 305: PSY Testing and Measurement
Effective Feb 28, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200)
PSY 305L: PSY Testing & Measurement Lab
Effective Feb 28, 2008 View History
Description:
Computer laboratory to accompany PSY 305. Various advanced research laboratory exercises and training in statistics and computer data analyses. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (Corequisites: PSY 305) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 310: Biological Psychology
Effective Feb 28, 2008 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 PSY 110 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 315: Psychopharmacology
Effective Feb 28, 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: 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 PSY 110 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 320: Psychopathology
Effective Feb 28, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment. Formerly PSY 374.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 320S: Psychopathology Servc. Lrning
Effective Feb 28, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment. Formerly PSY 374S.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L AND PSY 320) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 321: Clinical Psychology
Effective Feb 28, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment. Formerly PSY 350.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 322: Theories & Methds of Counselng
Effective Feb 28, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)
PSY 329: Health Psychology
Effective Feb 19, 2008 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 PSY 200)
PSY 330: Cognitive Psychology
Effective Feb 29, 2008 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 PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (PSY 301 OR PSY 305) AND (Corequisites: PSY 330L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 330L: Cognitive Psychology Lab
Effective Feb 29, 2008 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 PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (PSY 301 OR PSY 305) AND (Corequisites: PSY 330) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 331: Human Learning & Memory
Effective Feb 29, 2008 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 PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (PSY 301 OR PSY 305) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 332: Decsn Making & Prblm Solving
Effective Feb 29, 2008 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 PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (PSY 301 OR PSY 305) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 333: Cognitive Neuroscience
Effective Feb 29, 2008 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 PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (PSY 301 OR PSY 305) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 334: Perception
Effective Feb 29, 2008 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 PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (PSY 301 OR PSY 305) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 338: Social Psychology
Inactive as of Aug 27, 2007 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.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
PSY 340: Developmental Psychology
Effective Mar 3, 2008 View History
Description:
Examines physical, socio-cultural, intellectual and emotional aspects of growth and development from conception to death. Introduces 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 PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (PSY 301 OR PSY 305) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 340L: Developmental Psychology Lab
Effective Mar 3, 2008 View History
Description:
Application laboratory to accompany PSY 340. Various advanced research laboratory exercises and training in experimentation and data analyses. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (Corequisites: PSY 340) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 341: Psych. of Thought & Language
Effective Mar 3, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 345: Theory of Mind Across Cultures
Inactive as of Aug 27, 2007 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.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
PSY 346: Cognitive Development
Effective Mar 3, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 347: Social & Emotional Development
Effective Mar 3, 2008 View History
Description:
An examination of contemporary theory and research on social and emotional psychological development from infancy through childhood. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 350: Social Psychology
Effective Mar 3, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment. Formerly PSY 338.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 352: Theories of Personality
Effective Mar 3, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 353: Social Psych. of Sex & Gender
Effective Mar 3, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 354: Psychology of Law
Effective Mar 4, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 355: Social Psych of Social Justice
Effective Mar 4, 2008 View History
Description:
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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 360: Industrial/Organizational PSY
Effective Mar 4, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 361: Organizational Development
Effective Mar 4, 2008 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. A GE-certified statistics course must be completed prior to enrollment.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
[(Prerequisites: PSY 100 AND PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)]
PSY 374: Psychopathology
Inactive as of Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Examines aberrant behaviors, broadly defined. What is deemed aberrant partly depends on the particular perspective taken. Develops a broad and critical understanding of 'abnormal behavior' from a number of different perspectives (e.g., biological, social, and cultural). Examines the following disorders: social phobia, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, borderline personality disorder, gender identity disorder, substance-related disorders, and schizophrenia.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
PSY 374S: SL: Psychopathology
Inactive as of Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Helps 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. Examines 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 work in the community with people who have mental disorders.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
PSY 397: Independent Study
Effective Mar 4, 2008 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:
(EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE)
PSY 400: Psychology Capstone
Effective Mar 4, 2008 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.
Units
3 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE AND JUNIOR)
PSY 403: Senior Capstone Directed Readi
Inactive as of Mar 4, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
PSY 445: Theory of Mind Across Cultures
Effective Mar 4, 2008 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 PSY 200 AND PSY 200L) AND (EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE AND JUNIOR)]
PSY 497: Independent Study
Effective Mar 4, 2008 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:
(EXCLUDE FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE AND JUNIOR)
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