PSYCH 101 is the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. The content focuses on the exploration of major psychological theories, concepts, methods, and research findings. Topics include the biological bases of behavior, perception, cognition, consciousness, learning, memory, emotion, motivation, development, personality, social psychology, psychological disorders, approaches to psychotherapy, and applied psychology.

PSYCH 101H is the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. The content focuses on the exploration of major psychological theories, concepts, methods, and research findings. Topics include the biological bases of behavior, perception, cognition, consciousness, learning, memory, emotion, motivation, development, personality, social psychology, psychological disorders, approaches to psychotherapy, and applied psychology. The honors course is enhanced in one or more of the following ways: 1. Students have an increased responsibility for leading class discussions and critical thinking exercises. 2. Homework assignments are focused on critical thinking and the analysis of important topics related to psychology. Note: Sophomore standing preferred.

PSYCH 103 provides an introduction to the scientific study of the biological bases of behavior and its fundamental role in the neurosciences. Physiological, hormonal, and neurochemical mechanisms, and brain-behavior relationships underlying the psychological phenomena of sensation, perception, regulatory processes, emotion, learning, memory, and psychological disorders are addressed. The course also includes historical scientific contributions and current research principles for studying brain-behavior relationships and mental processes. Ethical standards for human and animal research are discussed in the context of experimental research.

PSYCH 104 considers individual human behavior in relation to the social environment. The power of the situation, other individuals, and the social group are examined. Emphasized topics include: aggression, prejudice and stereotypes, interpersonal attraction, attitudes and attitude change, conformity, group phenomena, gender roles, cultural norms, person perception, and social cognition.

PSYCH 105 examines human sexuality from psychological, biological, sociocultural, and historical perspectives. Topics may include sex research, sexual anatomy and physiology, sexual arousal and response, sexual behaviors, and sexual communication and consent. The influence of culture and social values will be explored along with contraception and pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, the nature and origins of sexual difficulties, and sex therapy

PSYCH 106 provides an overview, from a psychological perspective, of human development from conception through death, including biological and environmental influences. Theories and research in physical, cognitive, personality, and social development are examined, as well as attention to developmental problems.

PSYCH 110 has an applied focus for students interested in how psychology is used in everyday life and is related to other social sciences. The course surveys different psychological perspectives and theoretical foundations and how these are applied across a person’s life, taking into account the influence of factors such as culture, gender, ethnicity, historical cohort, and socioeconomic status. A broad understanding of how scientists, clinicians, and practitioners study and apply psychology is emphasized.

PSYCH 113 is a study of the psychological factors which contribute to the present emotional, sexual and economic status of the American woman. This study is designed to help the student better understand the experiences of women through the examination of family structure, social structure, female sexuality and self-esteem.

PSYCH 115 introduces the scientific study of psychopathology and atypical behaviors, broadly defined. Students investigate abnormal behavior from a variety of perspectives including biological, psychological, and sociocultural approaches. An integrative survey of theory and research in abnormal behavior, and intervention and prevention strategies for psychological disorders are also introduced.

PSYCH 131 studies the development of traditional and contemporary patterns of people living together with an emphasis on psychological and sociological theories and research. Topics examined include the historical development of marriage, diverse lifestyles (including single-parenting, the blended family, and gay and lesbian partnerships), partner compatibility, communication techniques, intimacy, conflict, child-rearing, dissolution of partnerships, and speculation about the future of relationships. Note: This course may not be taken for credit by students who have completed SOC 131.

PSYCH 150 is designed to provide students with a fundamental understanding of the theoretical foundations of learning theories and their application in school settings. The course will focus on the evaluation of these applications as each contributed to the development of American Education. It will also provide a basis for understanding both failed and successful efforts toward remediations and reform, using psychology as a means of analysis.

PSYCH 200 is a lecture and laboratory course focusing on the nature of theory and the principles of descriptive and inferential research. Topics covered in the course include: an analysis of the scientific method, research design, ethical principles, internal and external validity, and scientific writing. The course is built around the application of these topics in a laboratory environment. Note: This course may not be taken for credit by students who have successfully completed SOC S 200.

PSYCH 203 is an introductory science laboratory course that surveys structure and function of the nervous system, neurological correlates of behavior, psychophysiological research methodology, and scientific research investigation. Main topics include neuroanatomy, behavioral neuroscience, consciousness, emotion, stress, sensation and perception of vision, audition, touch, olfaction, and gustation.