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Ps 200: General Psychology 3 credits
An introduction to the major areas of psychology, including history, major theories, brain function, biological underpinnings of thought, motivation, emotion, and behavior, learning, memory, lifespan development, intelligence, sensation and perception. An overview of psychological disorders and methods of treatment is included, and critical analysis of information and its alignment with Biblical truth is emphasized.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 10:00–10:50 | Al 217 |
| 2 | MWF | 2:00–2:50 | Al 217 |
Ps 203: Lifespan Development 3 credits
An introduction to human development across the lifespan from physical, cognitive, emotional, and social perspectives, including theories and research. Discussion of the individual as a complete person, spiritual components of development, and the role of cultural differences in the developmental process is emphasized.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 3:00–3:50 | Al 215 |
| 2 | MWF | 4:00–4:50 | Al 217 |
Ps 303: Social Psychology 3 credits
A foundational course in the social influence of others on an individual's thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Special attention is given to social cognition, the influence of social groups on attitudes and peer influence, and social reactions of helping, aggression, and prejudice. Additional instruction in social research methods and reading research. Discussion of how social-psychological phenomenon influence our day-to-day lives, and a Biblical critique of research and practice are included.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Ps 304: Behavioral Research-EXP 3 credits
An introductory course in scientific research methods in human-subjects research and the statistical processes underlying the planning and conducting of experiments, and the interpretation of results. Students will learn how to plan, conduct, and analyze experimental research, and how to communicate the results of their research to others. CITI standards for human research are discussed.
No sections offered in the fall semester…
Ps 310: Sensation & Perception 3 credits
A study of the structures and functions of the major human sensory organs and how the information from these organs is understood by the brain. Includes topics such as psychophysics, attention, and perceptual organization.
Prerequisite: Ps 200.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Ps 350: Forensic Psychology 3 credits
An introduction to the field of forensic psychology, the role that psychology plays in criminal justice, and the relevant theory, policy, ad practice in the field.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TTH | 9:30–10:45 | Al 202 |
Ps 400: Special Topics in Psychology 3 credits
This course focuses on a particular topic or problem chosen by the professor.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Ps 402: Theoretical Foundations of Counseling 3 credits
?u8203 ?A historical overview of the contemporary approaches to, concepts, and assumptions of the major counseling models and theories. Includes a survey and critique of the theoretical models and therapeutic procedures currently used to help people who are hurting. Focuses on arriving at a distinctly biblical view of the assessment and treatment of human problems.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Ps 410: Learning & Memory 3 credits
A study of the major learning theories and concepts such as memory, intelligence, and motivation. Focus will be placed on the psychological processes involved in learning such as encoding and retrieval.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Ps 420: Neurophysiology 3 credits
An overview of the biological basis of behavior, exploring the nervous system and its functioning, including neural communication, development of the brain, neuroanatomy, emotion, and sleeping and dreaming.
This course is not offered this academic year.
Ps 450: Abnormal Psychology 3 credits
The history of the theories and classifications of abnormal behavior. Includes extensive coverage and critique of the DSM-the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.
| Sec | Days | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MWF | 8:00–8:50 | Al 217 |