Psychology

Courses

PSY 101: Introduction To Psychology

Credits 3
This course is a survey of the major areas and theories in psychology, introducing students to the research methods, terminology and diversity of contemporary psychology. The course will cover topics such as principles of personality, learning, thought, memory, biopsychology, emotion, stress, mental health, social psychology and developmental processes.

PSY 230: Human Development

Credits 3
This course provides a general introduction to the area of Developmental Psychology and a survey of developmental processes that influence the growth of the physical, intellectual, and socio-emotional aspects of the person throughout the lifespan.

PSY 240: Social Psychology

Credits 3

This course is an introduction to the major concepts, theories, and current issues dealing with socio-psychological phenomena such as conformity, persuasion, prejudice, friendship, aggression, and altruism. The course acquaints students with major research findings in the area, and practical applications/implications of the major principles discussed.

PSY 247: Human Sexuality

Credits 3

This is a survey course designed to provide students with a broad range of information about sexuality and sex roles. Using an interdisciplinary approach, the course discusses sexuality from biological, psychological, and sociological perspectives.

PSY 250: Applied Psychology

Credits 3

This course is an overview of the application of theories and principles from biological, behavioral, cognitive and social psychology to the fields of counselling, mental health, health, education, stress and coping, and, the workplace.

PSY 280: Abnormal Psychology

Credits 3

This course is designed to give an appreciation and understanding of the etiology, nature, and treatment of selected emotional and psychological disorders. The central topics of this course will cover abnormal behavior in our society, casual factors, stress, the various psychological problems and mental disorders via DSM IV, clinical assessment, psychological treatments and contemporary issues in Abnormal Psychology.