300

PSYC-30300 Statistics for the Social Sciences

This course covers the fundamental skills necessary for understanding statistics as a tool of science, with an emphasis on quantitative literacy. Students learn the basics of organizing and describing data (descriptive statistics) and making predictions about large groups from smaller samples of data (inferential statistics). In this course, students learn to enter, analyze, and interpret data using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). Students learn to critically evaluate data sets and become better consumers of data that they encounter in the real world.

3

Prerequisites

MATH 11500 or MATH 11900 recommended.

PSYC-30500 Computers for the Social Sciences

This course teaches computer applications to students who are interested in analyzing research data, especially those going to graduate school. The course also prepares students in basic skills of computer analysis of data.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 30300

PSYC-30600 Special Topics in Psychology

In the course students are given the opportunity to study concepts, structures, theories, and/or applications of psychology. Subject matter will vary.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000

PSYC-30700 Death and Dying

This course provides accurate and up-to-date information on a variety of death-related topics. The primary goal is to help students develop a comprehensive understanding of the complex relationships between life and death and the large-scale sociocultural process.

3

PSYC-30900 Biological Psychology

This course provides an introduction to basic neuroanatomy and neurophysiology. Particular emphasis will be placed on the central nervous system mechanisms that mediate emotion, cognition, and behavior. Major topics include the structure and organization of the human nervous system, neural conduction and transmission, methods of researching the brain, sensory systems, wakefulness and sleep, emotional behaviors, and the biological bases of psychological disorders.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000

PSYC-31000 Psychological Testing and Evaluation

Students are introduced to the field of psychometrics, which includes descriptive statistics, reliability, validity and interpretation. Special attention is given to the rationale for testing. Assessment techniques considered include intelligence, personality, performance, aptitude and interest testing.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000; PSYC 30300 recommended

PSYC-31500 Research Methods 1

Students learn the foundational skills required to conduct psychological research, including the formulation of testable hypotheses, various research designs, data collection methods, APA style report writing, and the ethics of research. This course is a requirement for majors and minors in the department.
3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000 and PSYC 30300

PSYC-32000 Abnormal Psychology

This course investigates human behavior along the normal-abnormal continuum. It covers possible causes and treatments of the major types of behavior disorders, as well as issues in diagnosis and classification.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000

PSYC-32500 Abnormal Child Psychology

This course investigates behavioral, cognitive and emotional problems of children and adolescents. Diagnosis, etiology and treatment issues are discussed.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000

PSYC-32600 Introduction to Child Counseling

This course will introduce students to the specialty area of child counseling. Students will learn theory and its application in clinical counseling techniques. They will participate in the development of the therapeutic relationship and of interventions connected to child and adolescent mental health problems.
3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000 and either PSYC 32000 or PSYC 32500

PSYC-34000 Health Psychology

In this course students use behavioral science to explore the factors that affect health and illness. This class emphasizes the biopsychosocial model of health in contrast to the traditional medical model. Some of the topics that are discussed include pain management, the effects of stress on health, coping with chronic/terminal illnesses, and the doctor-patient relationship.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000

PSYC-35000 Forensic Psychology

This course will explore the relationship between psychology and the law. The various specialties of forensic psychology and the role of the psychologist within those specialties will also be addressed. Special emphasis will be given to the exploration and the understanding of the pathology of the criminal mind and behavior.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000

PSYC-36000 Social Psychology

Social psychology is the scientific study of interpersonal relationships. In this course, students explore the research methods used by social psychologists to examine issues such as prejudice, aggression, love, persuasion, attitudes and decision-making. These topics and others are applied to social situations such as dating, jury deliberations, business negotiations, and international conflict and peace-keeping efforts.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000

PSYC-36300 Labor Relations

This course covers elements of union-management relationships in both private and public sector organizations. It examines aspects of contract negotiation and implementation with attention to conflict reduction and grievance processing. Focus is on practical application and case-oriented discussions.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000; PSYC 36500 and BSAD 20000 recommended

PSYC-36500 Industrial and Organizational Psychology

In this course, basic psychological theories and research methods are applied to the world of work. Students explore how the individual interacts with his/her workplace environment. Industrial-Organizational psychology uses scientific research practices to address such topics as motivation, organizational structure, organizational change, effective communication within organizations, human resource management processes, group dynamics, and leadership.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000; PSYC 36000 or BSAD 20000 recommended

PSYC-36600 Organizational Training

This course covers the systems, strategies and practices of effective training in organizations. Emphasis is on understanding the psychological principles that guide the design of successful training methods for entry-level positions to executive management development. The class focuses on the sequence of identifying needs, designing programs and evaluating program outcomes. A case-oriented approach is taken.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000; PSYC 36500 or BSAD 20000 recommended

PSYC-36700 Organizational Motivation

This course examines the theories of work motivation employee engagement. Emphasis is on practical application of theories in the workplace to increase satisfaction of workers while increasing productivity.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000; PSYC 36500 or BSAD 37500 recommended

PSYC-36800 Organizational Staffing

Students examine the systems, strategies and practices of effective securing of organizational staff. Emphasis is on the psychological principles that shape the design of successful recruitment and selection of members of organizations. This includes external searches, as well as internal transfer or promotion. A case-oriented, practical approach is used to aid in skill development.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000; PSYC 36500 or BSAD 20000 recommended

PSYC-36900 HRM Precertification Seminar

This course covers yearly updated national curriculum to orient students to detailed delivery of HRM services. Content covers six major areas of HRM practices. Students have option of taking national test for certification. Students share class with working professionals for networking and self-enrichment.  Typically offered in online format.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 36500 and BSAD 36000; BSAD 25000 recommended

PSYC-37000 Organizational Compensation

This course examines basic mechanisms of compensating employees, including determining the worth of jobs through job evaluation, creating incentive plans, and creating benefit packages. Goals include increasing performance and encouraging stability of employment.  Issues of pay equity, including comparable worth will be examined. Emphasis will be on practical, case-oriented methods.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000; PSYC 36500 or BSAD 20000 recommended

PSYC-37100 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution

This course will examine how small groups and organizations deal with interpersonal and intergroup conflicts. It identifies forces for conflict and methods by which the conflicts can be minimized or controlled. Small group exercises will augment theoretical discussion.
3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000; PSYC 36500 or BSAD 20000 recommended

PSYC-37200 Global Certification Seminar

This course is a ten week, accelerated course that prepares students to deal with HRM issues of alignment of global HRM processes and activities. It examines recruitment, mobility, compensation, training and communication in a multi-cultural context. The course is offered in conjunction with the Society for Human Resource Management and reviews materials that prepare HRM professionals to sit for a national test in the area (not required for course). Students share class with working professionals for networking and self-enrichment.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000, PSYC 36500 and BSAD 36000

PSYC-37300 Organizational Leadership

This course covers models of social influence that have been developed to increase the effectiveness of performance within organizations.  A situational approach will be used that recognizes different styles are needed for organizations that differ in size, purpose, staffing makeup and situational circumstances.  Exercises will encourage student self-analysis of models that are most effective for their personality and style.

3

Prerequisites

PSYC 10000; PSYC 36500 or BSAD 20000 recommended