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2013. General Psychology. An introduction to the scientific study of the behavior of organisms, focusing on areas such as research methods, biological foundations, cognition, abnormal behavior, social processes and development. Classes utilize interactive examples and illustrations as well as applied problem solving. For example, students try out simple taste and smell experiments while they study sensation. While they study social psychology, students brainstorm for ways that persuasion is used in business, cults, and other social groups.

2023. Child and Adolescent Psychology. Study of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of children, from conception through adolescence. Classes revolve around the application of current research. For example, students design toys that would be appropriate for children of different ages by basing their designs on the perceptual development, motor skills, and cognitive levels of typical children at different ages.

2502-3. Research Practicum in Psychology. Hands-on work on team research projects. Course will provide an overview of the experimental research process and an introduction to specific research techniques in psychology. Topics vary each semester. May be repeated for additional credit. Prequisite: Psychology major or permission of instructor. (Fall, Spring).

2701-4. Special Topics in Psychology. With topics announced each semester, the course focuses on aspects of psychology which are not provided in departmental course listings. Common topics are the "Introductory Research Practicum," where students work with a faculty member on a piece of team research, and "Careers in Psychology," where students explore a variety of psychology-related careers.

3113. Experimental Methods. Study of experimental, quasi-experimental, and correlational research methods as well as statistical techniques that have been significant in obtaining the basic empirical data of psychology. Classes revolve around aiding each student design a piece of experimental research that is related to his or her area of interest, carry out that experiment, analyze the results, and write a resulting manuscript. Students are encouraged to present their research or publish it following this course. PSY 2013 and SOC 4543.

3223. Theories of Personality. An exploration of how a personality develops, what makes up a personality, and what factors affect a personality. Students study the lives of famous individuals who range from serial killers to movie stars, and apply a variety of personality theories in an attempt to determine "what made those individuals tick." Prerequisite: PSY 2013 or 2023.

3304. Psychology of Exceptional Children and Individual Differences. (See EDU 3304)
Fall and Spring.

3314. Educational Psychology. A study of the application of psychology principles to the educational process. Outside of class, students conduct tutoring sessions with children in the Lambuth tutoring center. While in these tutoring sessions, students apply the psychological principles that they are studying in class. Prerequisite: PSY 2013 or 2023.

3323. Introduction to Psychological Testing. Survey of a) the development of psychological assessment tools, b) interpretation of assessment results, c) criteria for selection of assessment tools, and d) the use of assessments in various disciplines. Throughout the course of the semester, each student develops an assessment tool that is related to his or her area of interest, administers the instrument, analyzes the instrument, and creates a better instrument through resulting revisions. Prerequisite: PSY 2013 or 2023.

3513. Abnormal Psychology. A systematic study of the classification, symptoms, etiology and treatment method - both traditional and modern - of maladaptive or 'psychopathological" behaviors. Psychological, biological and sociocultural theories of abnormal behavior are considered. Emphasis is placed on students' application of concepts to real life cases. Students gain experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and report writing through interactive activities inside and outside of class. Prerequisite: PSY 2013.

3613. Social Psychology. Study of environmental and interpersonal factors that affect an individual's behavior, including overt behavior, attitudes, and beliefs. Various theories are considered and used to explain social behavior. Traditional topics as well as those most important in current times are explored. Emphasis is placed on the application of social psychological principles to each student's life in the form of individual projects completed outside of class. Prerequisite: PSY 2013.

3623. Cognitive Psychology. An introduction to the study of mental processes. Topics to be covered include attention, learning, memory, language, and complex processes such as decision making. Classes consist of discussion in which students integrate current research with their own thoughts and questions as well as think of these issues as they apply to their own lives. Prerequisite: PSY 2013

3633. Psychology of Religion. This course is an introduction to the psychological study of religion. Emphasis is placed on applying current empirical psychological research to teh understanding of religious experience and organizations. (Fall, even years).

3623. Cognition and Learning in Early Childhood. Cognitive development during infancy and the preschool years. Emphasis is given to its impact on learning and academic success during the school years. Fall, odd years.

3853. Physiological Psychology. An exploration of the relationship between human physiology and behavior. Topics such as sensation, perception, psychopathology, learning, emotions, motivation, consciousness, and motor behavior will be addressed. Classes explore material as it relates to real world examples and encourage students to apply material to their own lives. Prerequisite: PSY 2013, BIO 1014 and 1024 or two equivalent courses in BIO or CHM.

4123. History of Psychology. A comprehensive study of the beginnings of science and the historical background of contemporary theories in psychology. The relationship between empirical research and theories is emphasized. Prerequisite: PSY 2013.

4213. Clinical Counseling Psychology. A survey of the methods and professions of clinical and counseling psychology with emphasis on counseling techniques. Opportunity is provided for students to experience various counseling interactions. The history of major concepts and current issues in the area, as well as clinical and counseling psychology as professions, are explored. Prerequisite: PSY 2013 and 3513.

4423. Psychology of Language Development. A study of language development from birth to maturity with emphasis on the relationship between language and thinking. Fall.

4501-3. Independent Study in Psychology. Designed for advanced students who desire to pursue individual research in a specific area of psychology. Open only to upper division students with permission of instructor. Students may use this course to complete a follow-up study to the project they completed in PSY 3113 or to pursue a new area of interest.

4701-4. Special Topics in Psychology. With topics announced each semester, the course focuses on aspects of psychology which are not provided in departmental course listings.

4801-8. Internship I. Students work in a psychology-related field placement rather than attend traditional classes. The instructor's permission is required, and preparations should be made at least one semester in advance of the actual internship.

4731-8. Internship II. See PSY 4801-8, Internship I.

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