Psychology Course Descriptions
1100, 1310, 1320, 2100, 2120, 2900, 2990

PSYCHOLOGY

PSY 1100 PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN RELATIONS: 3 sem hrs cr
This course introduces the student to factors in human interaction that contribute to the understanding of self and others. Topics covered include self-concept, emotions, communication, work, and family relations.

PSY 1310 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY I: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of selected topics in general psychology. Subject matter includes research methods, biological foundations of behavior, human development, learning, memory, sensation and perception, and consciousness.

PSY 1320 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY II: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of selected topics in general psychology. Subject matter includes thinking and language, intelligence, motivation, emotion, theories of personality, social psychology, psychological disorders, and psychotherapy. Recommended prerequisite: PSY 1310.

PSY 2100 SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is a study of the social influences on human behavior. Topics covered include social cognition, attitudes, social influence, aggression, prosocial behavior, interpersonal attraction, and group processes. Prerequisite: Three hours of psychology or sociology or permission of the Dean of Humanities and Social Science.

PSY 2120 CHILD PSYCHOLOGY: 3 sem hrs cr
This course is the study of behavior in infancy and childhood. It includes a survey of language, emotional, physical, social, moral, and cognitive development. Prerequisite: Two courses in psychology or permission of the Dean of Humanities and Social Science.

PSY 2900 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY: 3 sem hrs cr
This course examines concepts related to psychopathology and behavior disorders with emphasis on maladaptive social behavior. Topics include adjustment disorder, personality disorders, anxiety-based disorders, and psychotic disorders. Prerequisite: Two courses in psychology or permission of the Dean of Humanities and Social Science.

PSY 2990 TOPICS IN PSYCHOLOGY: 1-5 sem hrs cr
Selected topics in psychology is a specially designed course for students interested in pursuing specific study projects under the supervision of a discipline instructor and approved by an advisor, the course instructor, and the Dean of Humanities and Social Science. No more than six semester hours in topics courses may be used in meeting minimum degree requirement.


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