2010-2011 Catalog 
    
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2010-2011 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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  • PSC 4080 - US Electoral Process

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines campaigns and voting, as well as the roles of parties interest groups and the media in the electoral process in the United States, with special attention to the legal and institutional context in which US elections take place. Prer., PSC 1100.
  
  • PSC 4130 - Latin-American Politics and Development

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Governments and politics of selected countries of Latin America. Constitutions and governments in theory and practice. Political parties, movements, and conflicts. The relationships between political problems and physical and social environments.
  
  • PSC 4140 - European Politics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Domestic, regional, and international political issues in contemporary Europe. Political institutions, ,public policy, and political participation in several European states. European enlargement and external relations.
  
  • PSC 4150 - United States Space Policy

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examination of historical origins, policy evolution, and future prospects of the US civilian space program. Meets with PSC 5150.
  
  • PSC 4170 - Mexican Political Development

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The course analyzes Mexican government and politics. Historical overview of Mexican politics; key events and actors. Describes and explicates political behavior in Mexico (voting, protests, interest groups, social movements), institutions (legislative, executive, and judicial branches), and policies (U.S.-Mexico relations, politics of urbanized, industrialized, business, agrarian, oil). Approved for Global Awareness Requirement. Prer., Junior or Senior standing.
  
  • PSC 4180 - Gender in International Politics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Looks at issues of gender and sexuality in an international context. Covers war and militarism and their effect on women, the international division of labor, the effects of religious fundamentalism, international trafficking in women and sexual violence issues. Meets with WEST 4180.
  
  • PSC 4210 - International Politics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The system of national states, concepts of national interest, goals of foreign policies, conduct of diplomacy, the role of non-state actors, and the bearing of these elements on the problem of peace. Great powers and regions of the earth in international politics today, their roles in international tensions, and the development of international relations theory. Approved for LAS Social Science area and Global Awareness requirements. Prer., PSC 1010. Meets with PSC 5210.
  
  • PSC 4220 - Comparative Politics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Advanced course examining and comparing the political process in a broad range of political, economic, and socio-cultural environments. Case studies and cross- national analysis of states and non-state actors are utilized to explain and predict political phenomena across a range of states and societies. Prer., PSC 1010.
  
  • PSC 4230 - The United States in World Politics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The foundations, assumptions, objectives, and methods of U.S. Foreign policy. The domestic and external problems of adapting U.S. Policy to the changing world environment.
  
  • PSC 4240 - Russian Foreign Policy

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Foreign policy of the Russian Federation, its impact on international politics, and its relations to domestic developments.
  
  • PSC 4250 - International Law

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A survey of public international law with special emphasis on source of international law and instruments for adjudication as well as on international treaties and the rules of land and sea warfare.
  
  • PSC 4260 - International Organization

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A comparative analysis of governmental and non-governmental international organizations. Special attention is paid to the United Nations and certain regional organizations such as the European community, NATO and the organization of American states.
  
  • PSC 4270 - Latin America in World Politics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Basic elements in Latin American international relations. United States-Latin American relations and policies. Foreign policy formulation in major Latin American republics. Formerly P SC 4770. Not open to those who have taken P SC 4770.
  
  • PSC 4280 - International Political Economy

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Overview of the world political economy, especially in the post-WWII period. The central goal of the course is to provide information and develop analytical tools necessary for students to grasp the political issues inherent in international economic relations. Meets with ECON 3280.
  
  • PSC 4290 - International Environmental Politics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Study of the ways in which the international community reacts to environmental problems of a transboundary nature. Examination of theoretical frameworks used, policies developed, actors involved and analysis of a number of important cases and issues in international environmental politics. Meets with PSC 5290.
  
  • PSC 4320 - Public Administration

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Role of administration in government; trends in American public administration; problems in organization; techniques of management.
  
  • PSC 4340 - National Security Organization and Policy Making

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Analysis of the governmental structure and the and the policy-making processes for American national security planning, decision making, and action.
  
  • PSC 4350 - Environmental Policies and Administration

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Resources in the American economy; consideration of constitutional, political, and geographic factors in the development of resources policy; organization, procedures, and programs for administration and development of natural resources.
  
  • PSC 4390 - The Presidency

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An examination of the historical, functional, constitutional, and political aspects of the presidency. An analytical comparison of the presidency with other executive systems.
  
  • PSC 4400 - Government and Society

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines the normative and positive theoretical underpinnings of government processes and policies in the United States. Emphasis is placed on the formal theoretical analysis of institutions and policies. Prer., PSC 1100.
  
  • PSC 4420 - Political Ideas

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Main currents of political thought from ancient timesto the present as seen in the writings of political theorists from Plato and Aristotle through Locke, Hobbes, Rousseau, Kropotkin, and Marx to contemporary exponents of ideologies from right to left.
  
  • PSC 4450 - American Political Thought

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    History and development of American political theories and ideas from colonial period to present.
  
  • PSC 4460 - Administrative Law

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    General nature of administrative law, types of administrative action and enforcement, analysis of rule-making and adjudication, and administrative due process.
  
  • PSC 4470 - Constitutional Law

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Role of the Supreme Court in development of principles of constitutional law, beginning with the concept of judicial review. Federalism, jurisdiction of the federal courts, separation of powers, the taxing power, the commerce power, the doctrine of implied powers and other principles and doctrines which are relevant to contemporary interpretation of the constitution. Approved for LAS Social Science area requirement.
  
  • PSC 4480 - Civil Rights and Liberties

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Nature and scope of American constitutional principles as developed by the U.S. Supreme court, with emphasis on the war power, power of the president, citizenship, the Bill of Rights, and the Civil War amendments.
  
  • PSC 4490 - The Judicial System

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examination of the principal actors in the legal system police, lawyers, judges, citizens and the roles they play in the political process.
  
  • PSC 4500 - Senior Research Seminar

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A course designed to directly involve Senior studentsin political science in major research projects. The emphasis of the course will be on the development by the students of research topics and designs which fit their individual interests. Major papers will berequired of all students. Research reports willbe presented orally and critiqued in class. Required of all majors.
  
  • PSC 4510 - Defendant’s Constitutional Rights

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Nature and scope of American constitutional principles as developed by the United States Supreme Court, with emphasis on habeas corpus, search and seizure, grand jury, double jeopardy, self-incrimination, due process of law, speedy and public trial, right to counsel, trial by jury, bail, and cruel and unusual punishment.
  
  • PSC 4520 - Model Organization of American States (MOAS)

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The course assists and supervises students in the preparation and execution of the Model Organization of American States for Universities (MOAS) in Washington, D.C. Students learn about the role, structure and operation of the MOAS by representing a member-state in the Inter-American system, students gain broad understanding of issues in International Politics and the practice of diplomacy and international organizations. Prer., Application and consent of instructor.
  
  • PSC 4530 - Model United Nations

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Course assists and supervises students in preparation and execution of the Model United Nations (MUN) college conference. The course catapults students into the world of diplomacy and negotiation. Students learn about the role, structure and operation of the United Nations. Prer., instructor consent.
  
  • PSC 4540 - Land Use Law

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A legal studies public law course involving the rights and obligations of land owners and the various levels of government. Issues range from environmental protection, zoning, to land development and “Taking” property without compensation. Jr/Sr level preferred. Prer., PSC 4460 or consent of instructor.
  
  • PSC 4550 - Public School Law

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A legal studies course involving a comprehensive examination of American public school law with reference to Colorado public school law. As a public law course, it involves Constitutional issues ranging from civil liberties of speech and religion, to civil rights such as special needs children. Jr/Sr level preferred. Prer., PSC 4460 or consent of instructor.
  
  • PSC 4560 - The Arab-Israeli Conflict

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines the historical, social, political, and economic conditions in the Middle East as they pertain to the Arab/Israeli conflict. An eclectic approach will be employed, from the cradle of civilization to the new international order with particular emphasis on the Palestinian/Israeli conflict. Prer., ENGL 1310 or ENGL 1410 or equivalent.
  
  • PSC 4570 - Middle Eastern Politics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduces the complex web of political, social, economic, and cultural life of Middle Eastern politics. Looks at historical developments of the region in order to better understand the current political diversity in the Middle East. The study of this region is important today as it faces new challenges with globalization, political identity crises, and foreign intervention. Approved for LAS Global Awareness requirement. Prer., PSC 1010. Sophomore standing or higher.
  
  • PSC 4580 - African Politics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The complex political, social, religious, and cultural environment of Africa, and the many themes and nation-states provide for a rich study of the region. Course examines the variations across the continent. Analyzes the scars left by the complex negotiations of post-independence Africa, and studies themes including ethnic conflict, nationalism, resources, economy, concepts of democracy, and nation-building. Approved for LAS Global Awareness requirement. Prer., PSC 1010 and sophomore standing.
  
  • PSC 4590 - Globalization

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Globalization is studied as part of an exchange of technology, goods, and financial markets. The exchanges of goods, services, and ideas across national borders are pervasive. Communication systems help this process, but also help those who resist globalization to better articulate and organize their viewpoints. Approved for LAS Global Awareness requirement. Prer., Sophomore standing. Meets with ECON 3590.
  
  • PSC 4600 - The Politics of Terrorism

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    This course will acquaint the student with the concept of terrorism as a political and psychological tool. Examines the culture usually associated with terrorist actions and what sparks such cultural beliefs. The course concludes with a prognosis for the future of what our world may look like if this political behavior continues. Prer., ENGL 1310.
  
  • PSC 4980 - Special Problems in Political Science

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A study of special problems relevant to political science taught by a highly qualified person in the particular problem area. Each semester that the course is offered, a different problem of high impact is studied.
  
  • PSC 5150 - United States Space Policy

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examination of historical origins, policy evolution, and future prospects of the US civilian space program. Meets with PSC 4150.
  
  • PSC 5290 - International Environmental Politics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Study of the ways in which the international community reacts to environmental problems of a transboundary nature. Examination of theoretical frameworks used, policies developed, actors involved and analysis of a number of important cases and issues in international environmental politics. Meets with PSC 4290.
  
  • PSC 5980 - Special Topics

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Each semester that the seminar is offered a different area of political science will be the focus of intensive study and analysis.
  
  • PSC 9400 - Independent Study in Political Science

    1 Credits (Minimum) 6 Credits (Maximum)

    Intended to give an opportunity for advanced students with good scholastic records and with appropriate courses completed to pursue independently the study of some subject of special interest. Subjects are chosen and arrangements are made to suit the needs of each student. Prer., Senior standing, 15 semester hours of political science and consent of instructor.
  
  • PSC 9480 - Prelaw Internship

    3 Credits (Minimum) 6 Credits (Maximum)

    Studies are undertaken concerning the practice of law or the administration of justice while the student has full or part-time employment with a lawoffice, court, prosecutor, public defender, administrative hearing officer, or other individual or agency involved with the practice of law or the administration of justice. Prer., Consent of instructor; above average score on LSAT; and Senior status.
  
  • PSY 1000 - General Psychology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    An introduction to the scientific study of behavior. Covers psychoanalytic and Jungian theory, physiological bases of behavior, behaviorism and humanistic/existential theories. Includes psychology discipline areas of clinical, experimental, developmental, abnormal, and social. Approved for LAS Social Science area requirement.
  
  • PSY 1100 - The Profession of Psychology

    1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)

    Explores the profession of psychology, including careers, training needed to be successful, and professional ethics and responsibilities. Prer.or coreq., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 2100 - Introduction to Psychological Statistics

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Descriptive statistics including graphs, frequency distributions, measures of central tendency and variability. Inferential statistics such as correlation, T-tests, chi-square tests, and analysis of variance including two-factor designs and multiple comparison tests. Prer., PSY 1000 and MATH 1040 (or or any math course for which MATH 1040 is a prerequisite.
  
  • PSY 2110 - Introduction to Psychological Research and Measurement

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    An introduction to research methods used in psychology including experimental designs, quasi-experiments, correlation research and developmental methods. Methods of measuring psychological concepts, as well as the reliability and validity of those measurements are discussed. Students will write reports in APA format. Prer., PSY 2100. Prer. or Coreq., ENGL 1410.
  
  • PSY 2120 - Two-Factor Analysis of Variance

    1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)

    Covers the computation and interpretation of the two-factor analysis of variance and includes post-hoc analyses of the main and interaction effects. Prer., Introductory statistics class (minimum 3 credits).
  
  • PSY 2300 - Psychology of Adjustment

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A survey of concepts bearing upon the processes of normal psychological adjustment, with emphasis upon using the concepts to understand common human problems in personal growth and relationships with others.
  
  • PSY 2450 - Social Psychology of Social Problems

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An examination of social psychological aspects of a variety of social issues and problems in contemporary society. Issues may include television violence, race and I.Q., ethics of human experimentation, privacy, and pornography. Psychological theory and research relevant to these areas will be considered as will the processes involved in defining social behavior as a problem. Prer., PSY 1000. Meets with WEST 2450.
  
  • PSY 3000 - Honors Seminar I

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Exploration of contemporary issues in the science of psychology in conjunction with independent research project under the supervision of psychology faculty member. Open only to students formally accepted into the Department of Psychology honors program. Prer., PSY 2100, PSY 2110, junior status and consent of instructor required.
  
  • PSY 3030 - Undergraduate Practicum

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Students participate in supervised service or research activities. Prer., Consent of instructor.
  
  • PSY 3060 - Psychology and Health

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introductory course on the application of psychological principles to the enhancement of physical health. Class utilizes an experiential format with students actually conducting their own health behavior change program. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 3100 - Statistical Models in Psychology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    The role of statistical models in psychological research. Includes models of error and inference, selected analyses of variance and regression, and SPSS applications. Prer. or Coreq., PSY 2100 and PSY 2110.
  
  • PSY 3130 - Learning and Cognition

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Survey of animal and human theories of learning and an introduction to contemporary theories of human cognition including memory and information processing. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 3140 - Cognitive Psychology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    A survey of the core areas of human cognition: attention, reasoning, memory, problem solving, and decision making. History, theory, methodology, and research from related disciplines are discussed. Prer., PSY 2100 and PSY 2110.
  
  • PSY 3150 - Psychology of Motivation

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Psychological and physiological factors in the motivation of behavior. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 3200 - Psychology of Learning

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Course designed to provide an overview of learning. An emphasis will be placed on the theoretical formulation of the conditions that are necessary for learning and retention. Practical applications of learning principles will be considered. Prer., PSY 2100 and PSY 2110.
  
  • PSY 3210 - Human Sexuality

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Covers in substantive form the interdisciplinary field of human sexuality. The topic is approached from the perspectives of physiology, endocrinology, behavior, sociology, ethnology, and anthropology. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 3240 - Theories of Personality

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A review of various theories of personality including psychodynamic, behavioristic, humanistic, and existential approaches. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 3260 - Comparative Psychology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Behavior of animals from an evolutionary perspective. Principles of behavior in a variety of animal species, including humans. Prer., PSY 1000, or consent of instructor.
  
  • PSY 3270 - Introduction to Biopsychology

    4 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    A broad survey course in the biological basis of behavior. Anatomy, physiology and chemistry of the nervous system (with special emphasis on the brain), endocrinology, and genetics are discussed as they apply to the study of behavior. Approved for LAS Natural Science area requirement. Prer., PSY 1000 or consent of instructor.
  
  • PSY 3280 - Abnormal Psychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    The origin, symptoms, classification, and treatment of abnormal behavior. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 3400 - Social Psychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Survey of contemporary social psychological theory and research. Analysis of basic principles underlying human social behavior. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 3450 - Psychology of Diversity

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A basic survey of myths and realities of multiculturalism and diversity using the theories and data from several subfields within psychology. Racial and ethnic diversity are emphasized, but diversity due to gender, age, sexual preference, and socioeconomic status will also be explored. Prer., PSY 1000. Meets with WEST 3350.
  
  • PSY 3480 - Selected Topics in Psychology

    1 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Subject matter will change depending upon individual instructors and time of offering. The topic for any given semester will be specified in the Schedule of Courses. May be repeated for credit. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 3510 - Psychology of Aging

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An overview of geropsychology covering such topics as the aging central nervous system, cognitive aging, cultural contexts of aging, personal transitions in later life, mental disorders, and geropsychology in the future. Prer., PSY 1000. Meets with GRNT 4630.
  
  • PSY 3550 - Psychology of Women

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A survey of female psychology and the study of sex differences through an examination of theories and determinants of female personality, traditional and alternative lifestyles, women in psychotherapy, and women at work. Prer., PSY 1000. Meets with WEST 3450.
  
  • PSY 3560 - Women and Aging International: Diversity, Challenges, and Contributions

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introduction to the diversity in the aging experience for women throughout the major regions of the world. Current, historical, social, economic, legal, and health realities of older women are explored. Approved for LAS Global Awareness requirement. Meets with GRNT 3560 and WEST 3560.
  
  • PSY 3620 - Developmental Psychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Survey of human development from conception to death emphasizing physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial development. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 3640 - Psychology of the Exceptional Child

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    This survey course studies children with learning and cognitive differences, behavioral and emotional disorders, and sensory and physical differences. Emphasis on etiology, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of various disorders from different theoretical perspectives. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 3650 - Clinical Neuropsychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Organization, function, and dysfunction of the human brain across the life span. Neuropsychological assessment techniques. Reviews behavioral, cognitive, and personality changes as a result of disease, injury, and aging. Prer., PSY 1000 or consent of instructor.
  
  • PSY 3660 - Service-Learning Internship

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    As a service-learning course, students will serve in the community and learn beginning helping skills. Assistance will be provided in locating volunteer positions. Prer., Consent of instructor.
  
  • PSY 3710 - Survey of Clinical Psychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A review of the area of clinical psychology including such topics as clinical assessment, therapies, and community intervention. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 3720 - Community Psychology and Mental Health

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Focus on issues in the organization, financing, and delivery of mental health services within the community, innovative techniques for the provision of mental health-related services, the role of community factors in the production of emotional disorders, and technologies of community change. Prer., PSY 1000 and PSY 3280.
  
  • PSY 3840 - SPSS and Other Statistical Packages

    1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)

    The use of statistical package software to enter and organize data and the selection and use of appropriate statistical analyses of the data. Prer. or Coreq., PSY 2100 or equivalent.
  
  • PSY 3850 - Principles of Psychological Testing

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A psychological and statistical analysis of the principles underlying construction and use of tests of ability and personality. Prer., PSY 2100.
  
  • PSY 3860 - Theories of Psychotherapy

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introduction for the upper-division undergraduate into the theories and techniques of psychotherapy. Various approaches to psychotherapy will be examined (e.g., psychoanalysis, behavioristic, and humanistic/existential). Prer., PSY 1000 and PSY 3280.
  
  • PSY 3930 - Industrial/Organizational Psychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introduction to the scientific study of people in work organizations. Emphasis on understanding people in organizations and applying this knowledge to resolve problems of human behavior at work. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 3940 - Psychology and the Law

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    An introductory survey course covering selected topics relating to the interaction of psychology and the law. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 3950 - Applied Psychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Examines the application of psychological research and theory to “real world” issues: organizational behavior, health and health care, environmental, legal, educational issues, and public policy. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 4000 - Honors Seminar II

    1 Credits (Minimum) 1 Credits (Maximum)

    Continuation of Honors Seminar I (PSY 300). Students complete independent research projects and meet together with honors program coordinator. Prer., PSY 2100, PSY 2110, PSY 3000, PSY 3100, and consent of instructor. Open only to students formally accepted into the Department of Psychology honors program.
  
  • PSY 4050 - Physiological Psychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    The morphological, neurochemical, and physiological bases of behavior. Topics include the physical substrate for emotion, motivation, consciousness, sleep, learning, and memory. Prer., PSY 3270 or consent of instructor. If course is taken for 4 hours credit, one 2-hour lab per week is required.
  
  • PSY 4060 - Seminar in Health Psychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    In-depth focus on selected topics in health psychology. Topics will vary. Prer., PSY 2110 and PSY 306 0or PSY 3280.
  
  • PSY 4110 - Seminar in Methodology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    In-depth focus on selected topics in methodology, statistics, and measurement. Topics will vary. Prer., PSY 2100 and PSY 2110.
  
  • PSY 4120 - Human Memory

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Psychological research and theories about memory. Its focus will be on the memory abilities of normal-functioning adults. Memory functions and structures will be inferred from research studies, several of which will be demonstrated in class. Some implications for improving memory will be discussed. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 4130 - Seminar in Learning and Cognition

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    In-depth focus on selected topics in learning and cognition. Topics will vary. Prer., PSY 2110 and PSY 3130, or PSY 4120.
  
  • PSY 4170 - Sensation and Perception

    3 Credits (Minimum) 4 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduction to psychophysical scaling, the physical senses (with special emphasis on audition and vision), and perceptual phenomena. One 2-hour lab per week required if course taken for 4 hours credit. Prer., PSY 2100 and PSY 2110 or consent of instructor.
  
  • PSY 4190 - Conditioning: Principles and Application

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Principles of classical and operant conditioning in humans and other animals. Presentation of the theoretical basis of behavior modification. One 2-hour lab required if course taken for 4 hours credit. Prer., PSY 1000.
  
  • PSY 4210 - Practicum in Experimental Psychology

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Laboratory for advanced psychology majors. Emphasis will be on individual projects. Prer., Consent of instructor.
  
  • PSY 4220 - Introduction to Language Behavior

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Introduction to general communication theory with special emphasis on human communication and relation of language to thought. Prer., 16 hours of PSY or consent of instructor.
  
  • PSY 4240 - Seminar in Psychology of Personality

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    In-depth focus on selected topics in personality. Topics will vary. Prer., PSY 2110 and PSY 3240.
  
  • PSY 4270 - Seminar in Biopsychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    In-depth focus on selected topics in biopsychology. Topics will vary. Prer., PSY 2110 and PSY 3270.
  
  • PSY 4280 - Seminar in Abnormal Psychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    In-depth focus on selected topics in abnormal psychology. Topics will vary. Prer., PSY 2110 and PSY 3280.
  
  • PSY 4400 - Seminar in Social Psychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    In-depth focus on selected topics in social psychology. Topics will vary. Prer., PSY 2110 and PSY 3400.
  
  • PSY 4430 - Seminar in Social Issues

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    In-depth focus on social issues. Topics will vary. Prer., PSY 2110, PSY 3940.
  
  • PSY 4440 - Drugs and Behavior

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A behavioral analysis of the effects of psychoactive compounds including stimulants, depressants and antidepressants, antipsychotics, anxiolytics, opiates, and psychedelics. Presentation of neurobiological models of affective disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, endogenous depression, mania, and anxiety). Prer., 10 hours of PSY or consent instructor. PSY 3270 or introductory biology and/or chemistry recommended.
  
  • PSY 4510 - Seminar in History of Psychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    Outline of the development of psychological theories since the Greek philosophies. The story of experimental psychology and its problems. Schools of psychological thinking. Readings of original sources in English and English translations. Prer., PSY 2100, PSY 2110, and Junior status.
  
  • PSY 4620 - Seminar in Developmental Psychology

    3 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    In-depth focus on selected topics in developmental psychology. Topics will vary. Prer., PSY 2110 and PSY 3620.
  
  • PSY 4990 - Teaching of Psychology

    1 Credits (Minimum) 3 Credits (Maximum)

    A consideration of problems, techniques, and subject matter related to the teaching of psychology. Prer., Consent of instructor.
 

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