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Professional/Evening Studies - Communication Studies |
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ECCS 215 - Oral Communication (3)
Study of the techniques governing speeches to inform, convince, and actuate. Course covers speech composition, delivery, and audience analysis. Course includes an overview of interviewing and a discussion of the basic elements of business communications.
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Professional/Evening Studies - Counseling & Human Services |
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ECCN 245 - Introduction to the Helping Professions (3)
Study of the fundamentals of basic human relations and an introduction to the basic principles, techniques, and theories of the counseling process.
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ECCN 256 - Becoming a Self-Regulated Learner (3)
Designed to assist adult learners returning to academic study to acquire learning and memory strategies and tactics. Provides students with research information and individual assessment feedback to develop a learner profile contributing to more effective information management.
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ECCN 332 - Directed Studies in Counseling (3)
Students obtain individual guidance in researching a special area of interest in counseling, organizing the research, and sharing it with the class. Involves library research, independent reading, and reporting.
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ECCN 341 - Employee Assistance Counseling (3)
Introduction to and an overview of the field of employee assistance. Emphasis is placed on the role of the counselor. Topics include the history, structure, and purpose of employee assistance; an introduction to employee assistance professional organizations; and an introduction to current employee assistance enterprises. Students will also be exposed to frequently used personality and vocational assessments used in the workplace. While primarily intended for those in the counseling and human services program, this course would also be beneficial to students pursuing a major in organizational leadership.
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ECCN 342 - Case Studies (3)
Students learn from the process and techniques of developing case studies as well as their appropriate uses. A portfolio of case studies is developed with special emphasis given to family problems. Prereqs: ECCN 245 and ECEN 102 .
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ECCN 350 - Small-Group Process (3)
Introduction to various applications of group therapy, as well as other group problem- solving activities. Group dynamics and group management techniques are introduced. Attention is given to legal and ethical factors related to managing groups.
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ECCN 442 - Life Crisis Management (3)
Students learn how to help an individual cope with an unforeseen crisis in life including divorce and/or separation, chronic conditions, and death. Prereq: ECEN 102 .
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ECCN 450 - Issues in Counseling and Human Services (3)
A study of the historical issues that have influenced counseling as well as the current issues in the profession. Problems and possible solutions are addressed. Prereq: ECEN 102 .
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ECCN 456 - Special Topics in Counseling and Human Services (1-3)
Weekend or special seminar courses. Topics vary. May be taken up to three times for a maximum of nine credits.
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ECCN 471 - Counseling and Interviewing Techniques (3)
Focuses on the skills necessary for success in the helping professions. Emphasis is placed on role play and the study of the varied research-based methods of effective and empathic interviewing and counseling.
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ECCN 480 - Research in Human Services (3)
Focus on scientific inquiry and the research process as it relates to problems associated with counseling and human services agencies and settings. Emphasis will be given to qualitative and quantitative areas of investigation, along with the techniques that support them. Students will experience research opportunities designed to enhance problem-solving and critical thinking skills in ways that translate to the workplace.
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Professional/Evening Studies - Criminal Justice |
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ECCJ 300 - Field Experience in Criminal Justice (1)
Designed to supplement knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom by applying academic principles in a practical setting. Includes participation in an externship as well as on-campus seminar. Criminal justice majors must take three-one hour offerings in order to facilitate learning experiences in three different environments.
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ECCJ 301 - Introduction to Criminal Justice (3)
Survey of the entire criminal justice process, including in-depth analyses of various aspects of law enforcement, courts, and corrections. Emphasis is placed on current procedures, and the application of recent case law, theory, research and politics to policy, rules and regulations. Career pathways in criminal justice will be explored.
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ECCJ 302 - Ethics in Criminal Justice (3)
An exploration of the ethical issues associated with the police, prosecution, courts, and correctional systems. An examination of theory and its application to contemporary criminal justice issues will be a focus of the course. Prereq: ECCJ 301 .
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ECCJ 303 - Fundamentals of Criminal Law (3)
Overview of criminal law including basic concepts, legal definitions of crime and the differences between substantive and procedural criminal law. The criminal justice system will be examined with special attention to the roles of police, prosecutors, defense attorneys and the courts. Prereq: ECCJ 301 .
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ECCJ 304 - Police Operations (3)
Examination of the current structure and strategies of police in America. Topics include mission and goals of police organizations, the demand for police service, patrol functions, responsibilities of the sworn officer, ethics and accountability, and the relationship between the officer and the community. Prereq: ECCJ 301 .
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ECCJ 305 - Corrections in America (3)
An examination of the role of correction in the criminal justice system. Major topics include organization and operation of correctional systems, alternatives to institutionalization, rights and treatment of offenders, theories of punishment and rehabilitation, and current and future issues in corrections. Prereq: ECCJ 301 .
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ECCJ 343 - Criminology (3)
Introduction to the various theoretical approaches that guide the study of crime and its implications. Examination of problems related to the definition of crime, the extent or distribution of crime in society, as well as the impact of criminal activity on society. Review of the criminal justice system, the social processes that occur within it and the outcomes of this system for individuals and the community. Prereq: ECCJ 301 .
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ECCJ 400 - Criminal Procedure and Evidence (3)
Overview of criminal procedure and evidence examining the criminal case from investigation and arrest through trial and appeal. Particular emphasis will be placed on procedural and evidentiary issues as they relate to the roles and responsibilities of law enforcement personnel. Prereq: ECCJ 301 .
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ECCJ 401 - Law Enforcement Administration (3)
Explores change and leadership theory to criminal justice organizations. Case study and role play will be utilized to help the student develop management and leadership skills. Current research and trends in the area of law enforcement administration will be examined to help prepare students for careers in administration. Prereq: ECCJ 301 .
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ECCJ 402 - Criminal Investigations (3)
An examination of theories and practices of the investigation process in the criminal justice system. Development of skills related to interviewing, interrogation, as well as collection, analysis and preservation of evidence will be a focus. Duties and responsibilities of the investigator both in the field and in the courtroom will also be addressed. Prereq: ECCJ 301 .
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ECCJ 403 - Criminalistics (3)
An examination of the comprehensive realm of forensics and its role in criminal investigations. Topics include crime scene reconstruction, fingerprint analysis, field and laboratory texts and techniques, and preservation of evidence for admissibility in court. Hands-on lab exercises and case studies will be used to enforce practical skills. Prereq: ECCJ 301 .
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Professional/Evening Studies - Education |
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ECED 307 - Foundations of Leadership (3)
Introduction to the foundations of leadership and the importance of principled leadership in all areas of life.
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Professional/Evening Studies - English |
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ECEN 101 - Oral and Written Communication I (3)
Introduction to written and oral communications. Students gain proficiency in the composing process and in verbal presentations. Students must pass this course with a grade of C- or better to advance to ECEN 102 .
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ECEN 102 - Oral and Written Communication II (3)
Continuation of ECEN 101 with additional practice in composition and verbal communication. Special emphasis is placed on learning how to apply critical thinking skills to the process of reading and incorporating sources into their documents. A major project in this course is the academic research paper. Students must pass this course with a grade of C- or better to advance to sophomore literature courses. Prereq: ECEN 101 with a grade of C- or better.
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ECEN 201 - Major British and Irish Authors (3)
Study of one or two major authors from each century (16th to the 20th) and includes drama (Shakespeare), prose fiction (Jane Austen), and poetry (William Wordsworth, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and others). Provides depth of study on a few great authors, rather than a broad survey. Prereq: ECEN 102 with grade of C- or better.
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ECEN 209 - Special Topics in Literature (3)
Exploration of literary works (prose fiction and drama) and films that are connected thematically. Current offerings include “Literature of the Family” that explores relationships between family members and “The Cross-Cultural Experience” that presents works in which the protagonist interacts with people of another race or culture, resulting in situations that produce cultural misunderstandings and a variety of conflicts. Prereq: ECEN 102 with grade of C- or better.
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ECEN 211 - Major American Authors (3)
Study of American literature from its beginnings to the present, emphasizing major authors and major literary trends, such as the American Renaissance and the Harlem Renaissance. Prereq: ECEN 102 with grade of C- or better.
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Professional/Evening Studies - History |
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ECHI 101 - World History I (3)
Survey of selected cultures from prehistory to 1500 within their political, economic, and social frameworks.
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ECHI 102 - World History II (3)
Survey of selected cultures from the Renaissance to the present within their political, economic, and social frameworks.
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ECHI 217 - Early America to 1877 (3)
Social, cultural, and political overview of American history from its colonial beginnings through the end of Reconstruction.
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ECHI 218 - Modern America since 1865 (3)
Social, cultural, and political overview of American history from 1865 through the present.
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Professional/Evening Studies - Kinesiology |
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ECPE 122 - Fitness Walking and Strength Training (2)
Designed to incorporate two aspects of positive health and fitness: strength training to enhance muscular strength and endurance, and fitness walking to develop the cardiorespiratory system. Other topics include stress management, behavior modification, body composition, common fitness injuries, and flexibility.
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ECPE 231 - Personal and Community Health (3)
Teaches basic fundamentals of general health. Emphasis is placed on such topical areas as personal fitness, nutrition, mental and emotional health, and community and environmental health.
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Professional/Evening Studies - Mathematics & Computing |
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ECCO 100 - Introduction to Computing (3)
Survey course that includes a history of computing, description of system components, programming fundamentals, discussion of programming languages, processing methods, and applications. Introductory hands-on experience with word processing, spreadsheet, database, and communications software and hands-on exposure to the processes of problem-solving and programming.
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ECCO 101 - Software Applications (3)
Conceptual understanding of the four major types of business software applications, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. The course covers unique qualities of each (strengths and weaknesses), proper usage of each, and interconnections among them. Prereq: ECCO 100 .
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ECCO 312 - Empowering Managers to Understand IT (3)
Study of the role information technology plays as an enabler of business. Students will learn how to properly work with information technology (IT) resources in the workplace and how to fully leverage the benefits that IT can provide.
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ECMA 110 - Contemporary Mathematics (3)
Develops problem-solving skills by studying a wide range of contemporary applications of mathematics. Connections between contemporary mathematics and modern society are stressed.
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ECMA 210 - Statistics (3)
Designed as an algebra-based introductory course in statistics. Covers descriptive and inferential statistics with probability decision-making skills necessary for today’s complex civilization. Covers frequency, probability, binomial, normal, chi-square and sampling distributions, estimation, hypothesis testing for one and two populations, linear correlation and regression, and analysis of variance. Uses the graphing calculator and statistical computing packages. Prereqs: ECMA 110 or equivalent.
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Professional/Evening Studies - Music |
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ECMU 200 - Music Appreciation (3)
Introduction to historical and stylistic developments in music for non-music majors. Emphasis is placed upon listening, through both recordings and live concerts.
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Professional/Evening Studies - Organizational Leadership |
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ECOL 305 - Information Systems and Technology I (3)
First of two courses designed to give the student a solid understanding of information systems and technology. The connection between effective management and strategic implementation of information technologies will be explored along with the importance of management information systems, hardware and software considerations, database processing, and cloud computing. Lab exercises will allow the student to develop the critical competencies needed to function as a leader in the workplace. Prereq: ECCO 100 .
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ECOL 310 - Supervision (3)
Case-study intensive course. With the use of written as well as video case studies, the student will be placed in the role of a supervisor. Students will acquire the theoretical knowledge and refine the interpersonal communication, decision-making, conflict resolution, and other supervisory skills most important for immediate and future career success. Prereq: ECMG 300 .
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ECOL 315 - Workplace Diversity (3)
Examination of the concepts of workplace diversity through historical, societal, practical, and theoretical lenses. This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to be culturally aware managers and employees.
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ECOL 320 - Human Behavior in Organizations (3)
Survey course that provides students with the fundamental concepts and principles of human and organizational behavior. The study of interpersonal relationships and communication in the workplace, as well as self-assessment, prepare the student for successful leadership roles.
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ECOL 325 - Employment Law for Managers (3)
Introduction to the laws and regulations affecting the employment relationship. Federal and state laws that affect the employer-employee relationship, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA); Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII); the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA); the Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 (PDA); the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA); the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA); the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA); the Alabama Age Discrimination in Employment Act (AADEA); Alabama Workers’ Compensation Law; and H.B. 56 (Alabama’s immigration law) will be explored in depth. Prereq: ECMG 300 .
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ECOL 405 - Information Systems and Technology II (3)
Designed to follow ECOL 305 (Information Systems and Technology I), this course will continue the same themes while addressing additional IT considerations and implications for business. Students will develop an understanding of information systems and security management, structured processes, and social media information systems, as well as how to use IT for competitive advantage. Students in this course will continue to develop their skills in MS Excel and MS Access. Prereq: ECOL 305 .
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ECOL 420 - Leadership for Organizational Change (3)
Through extensive case study, this course explores the theories and principles behind organizational change. The influences of technology, culture, diversity, ethics, mission, vision, and motivation will be examined. Students will learn how successful leaders respond dynamically to effect positive change in their organizations. Prereqs: ECOL 320 , ECPS 101 , and ECSO 100 .
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ECOL 456 - Special Topics in Organizational Leadership (1-3)
A specialized advanced study in topics related to organizational leadership. Specific course descriptions will vary, depending on the topic offered. May be repeated if topics are different, for a maximum of 9 credits. Offered: Summer.
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Professional/Evening Studies - Philosophy |
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ECPI 401 - Business Ethics (3)
Examination of the application of ethics to business, specifically how to think and act ethically in business. Concentrates on ethical analyses of moral issues involved with the foundations and operations of business. Become familiar with the main tenets of thinking ethically, of virtue-based ethics, deontological ethics, and utilitarianism, and how to apply these insights toward and ethical evaluation of business.
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Professional/Evening Studies - Political Science |
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ECPO 211 - American National Government (3)
Introduction to the political process in America with a focus on national political institutions.
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Professional/Evening Studies - Psychology |
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ECPS 101 - General Psychology (3)
Comprehensive overview of the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Topics include physiology, sensation and perception, learning, cognition, development, personality, and social psychology. This course is a prerequisite for all other courses in psychology.
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ECPS 205 - Life-Span Development (3)
Survey of human thought and behavior from conception to death. Emphasis is placed on physical, moral, social, emotional, and cognitive development at each stage of life span.
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ECPS 411 - Special Topics in Psychology (3)
Examination of a particular topic in psychology. Students may take the course more than once, if the topics are different, with permission of department chair. Prereq: Upper-level standing or permission of department chair.
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Professional/Evening Studies - Religion |
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ECRE 101 - Biblical Perspectives I (3)
Survey of the history and writings of the Old Testament, seeking to sensitize students to the Old Testament’s moral and cultural significance.
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ECRE 102 - Biblical Perspectives II (3)
Survey of the history and writings of the New Testament, seeking to sensitize students to the New Testament’s moral and cultural significance.
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ECRE 201 - Introduction to World Religions (3)
Investigation of the world’s major living religions of both the Eastern and Western worlds.
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ECRE 300 - Contemporary Ethical Issues (3)
Study of critical and ethical issues confronting Christians in today’s world, with attention to ethical decision-making.
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Professional/Evening Studies - Sociology |
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ECSO 100 - Introductory Sociology (3)
Basic sociological concepts are used in the analysis of contemporary and past social life.
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ECSO 203 - Contemporary Social Problems (3)
Analysis of such current social issues as population growth, crime, poverty, war, and agedness.
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ECSO 345 - Juvenile Delinquency (3)
Focuses on the development, prevention, control, and treatment of juvenile delinquency.
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ECSO 348 - Sociology of Family (3)
Study of how sociological theory and research applies to an understanding of the family in the social context including family as a social group, family as an institution within society, and family in global perspective across different societies. Critical questions include: What are the constraints of society on the family? What purpose does the family serve in the larger society? What roles do people play in the family? Who and what determines the assignment of those roles? What part does intimacy and sexuality play in family life? How do persons become involved in conflict and violence in families? What are the similarities and differences in family globally? Prereq: ECSO 100 .
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ECSO 401 - Social Psychology (3)
Examination of the interaction between the individual and the social environment as a major factor in human behavior.
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Professional/Evening Studies - Spanish |
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ECSP 101 - Elementary Spanish I (4)
Introduction to Spanish language and culture, aimed at developing basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish.
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ECSP 102 - Elementary Spanish II (4)
Continuation of ECSP 101 . Prereq: Successful completion of ECSP 101 .
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Professional/Evening Studies - Theatre |
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ECTH 300 - Theatre Appreciation (3)
Study of the historical and literary significance of drama through the ages. The course follows the development of the theatre, paying particular attention to literary examples of each period and current trends of the modern theatre.
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Professional/Evening Studies - Youth Studies |
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ECYS 300 - Field Experience in Youth Studies (1-3)
Designed to supplement knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom by applying academic principles in a practical setting. Includes participation in an externship as well as on-campus seminar. Youth Studies majors must take three one-hour offerings in order to facilitate learning experiences in three different environments. May be repeated twice for a maximum of 3 credits.
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ECYS 320 - Children and the Law (3)
Examines the relationship between children and the law at the state and federal levels. Topics covered include dependency, adoptions, delinquency, education, and special needs.
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ECYS 330 - Child and Adolescent Development (3)
Application of theory and research about children and youth, with particular emphasis on the adolescent. Addresses how research findings can be used and how theories facilitate the understanding of behavior.
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ECYS 331 - Family Dynamics (3)
Analysis of family functioning, strengths, and weaknesses, as well as how family members relate to each other. The importance of family roles and expectations, the impact of family origin on self-esteem and life choices, patterns of communication and conflict management are highlighted.
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ECYS 340 - Working with Youth in Groups (3)
Study of group dynamics and group management as they relate to youth and adolescents. Focus on different types of settings in which adolescents are served by groups and the different types of groups utilized in youth work. Social, cultural, gender, racial, and other differences in group composition will be explored.
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ECYS 349 - Basic Psychopathology (3)
Investigation of the major categories of disorders associated with personality pathology. Addresses symptomatology, therapeutic approaches and prognosis associated with specific disorders, anxiety-based disorders, somatoform disorders, dissociative disorders, psychoses, organic brain disorders, and psychophysiological disturbances.
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ECYS 360 - Sociology of Children and Youth (3)
Exploration of the social construction of childhood over time and space, presenting a view of childhood distinct from popular notions. Concepts covered include social forces involved in shaping childhood in North America; how society has changed its definition of childhood over the years; how adolescents negotiate their social roles with each other and with adults; and how youth create their own culture distinct from adult culture. Social problems that youth experience are focal points for research in the course.
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ECYS 401 - Counseling Children and Youth (3)
Presentation of theories, techniques, and strategies for working with children and adolescents and their families in a human services setting. Explores counseling issues related to this population with particular emphasis on the terminology, diagnoses, treatment options, and resources for the most common issues facing this population.
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ECYS 481 - Human Services Administration (3)
Emphasizes the basic skills required to effectively manage agency staff and other resources in human service organizational settings. The focus of the course is on the unique needs of human service managers in planning, organizing, budgeting, and supervising their programs and organizations within an ever-changing social environment. Particular emphasis is placed on the role of counselor in the organization.
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Psychology |
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PSYC 101 - General Psychology (4)
Comprehensive overview of the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Topics include neuroscience, sensation and perception, learning, cognition, development, personality, behavior disorders, psychotherapy, and social psychology. This course is a prerequisite for all other courses in psychology. Psychology majors may not use this course to meet the general education social science requirement. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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PSYC 203 - Psychology of Adjustment (4)
Study of adaptation to life and psychological growth. Includes analysis of adjustment to life stressors and attention to personal growth. Prereq: PSYC 101 .
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PSYC 205 - Life-Span Development (4)
Survey of the development of human thought and behavior from conception to death. Emphasis is placed on the physical, moral, social, emotional, and cognitive developmental tasks at each phase of the life span. Students who take both this course and PSYC 210 may count only one of them toward the major or minor. Prereq: PSYC 101 . Offered: Fall and Spring.
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PSYC 210 - Child and Adolescent Psychology (4)
Examination of psychological development from conception through adolescence. This course focuses on the various influences on development and on the characteristic social, cognitive, and perceptual functioning during the pre-adult life span. Students who take both this course and PSYC 205 may count only one of them toward the major or minor. Prereq: PSYC 101 .
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PSYC 215 - Abnormal Psychology (4)
Study of the symptomatology, etiology, epidemiology, and treatment of psychological disorders. Includes focus on current research and theory. Prereq: PSYC 101 . Offered: Spring.
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PSYC 220 - Theories of Personality (4)
Exploration of the theory and assessment of human personality. Examination of specific theoretical perspectives, including psychodynamic, trait, humanistic, and social learning perspectives. Prereq: PSYC 101 . Offered: Fall.
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PSYC 301 - Internship (2-4)
Observation and/or work with professionals in any approved setting where psychologists, or similarly trained professionals, are employed. An academic component complements the work experience. Students may take this course up to two times for credit, as long as internship placements differ. This course does not count toward the psychology major or minor. Grading is pass/fail. Prereqs: Twelve (12) credits in psychology, including PSYC 101 , and permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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PSYC 304 - Social Psychology (4)
Examination of the influence of social context on an individual’s thoughts and behavior. Topics covered include social perception and cognition, attribution, attitude formation, prejudice and discrimination, interpersonal attraction and relationships, social influence, prosocial behavior, and aggression. Research seeks to understand causes of social behavior and thought by scientific study of cognitive processes, biological factors, behavior and characteristics of others, culture, and physical environment. Prereqs: Eight (8) credits in psychology, including PSYC 101 , or permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall.
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PSYC 305 - Statistics for the Social Sciences (4)
Acquisition of fundamental statistical skills for describing and analyzing data within the social sciences. Emphasis on the appropriate application of these methods for designing, conducting, and interpreting research. This course and PSYC 306 form a two-semester sequence on experimental design and methodology. Completion of MATH 210 to fulfill the general education math requirement is recommended, but not required, for this course. Prereqs: Eight (8) credits in psychology, including PSYC 101 , and completion of the general education mathematics requirement (MATH 150 , MATH 210 , or MATH 240 ), or permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall.
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PSYC 306 - Research Methods (4)
Study and implementation of all phases of psychological research. Includes literature searches, experimental design, data collection, and statistical analysis, as well as both written and oral presentations of psychological research. Prereqs: Twelve (12) credits in psychology and PSYC 305 . Offered: Spring.
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PSYC 308 - Physiological Psychology (4)
Examination of the physiological basis of thought and behavior through a thorough study of the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, particularly the processing of sensation and movement. Emphasis also placed on the neural mechanisms underlying behaviors related to sleep and rhythms, hunger and thirst, reproduction, learning, emotion, and mental illness. Prereqs: Eight (8) credits in psychology, including PSYC 101 . Offered: Fall.
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PSYC 310 - Applied Psychology (4)
Overview of different ways in which psychological theory and research are applied to real world situations. Topics of study generally include business and industrial applications such as industrial/organizational psychology and human factors, community applications such as health and environmental psychology, and human development applications such as educational and sport psychology. Prereqs: Eight (8) credits in psychology, including PSYC 101 .
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PSYC 312 - Drugs and Human Behavior (4)
Survey of factors related to both therapeutic and recreational use of psychoactive drugs. Physiological mechanisms as well as psychosocial and cultural issues are examined. Emphasis placed on using scientific research to separate myth from reality. Prereqs: Eight (8) credits in psychology, including PSYC 101 .
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PSYC 320 - Health Psychology (4)
Examination of the effects of psychological factors on health and illness. Health psychology emerged as an interdisciplinary subfield of social psychology and medicine after it became apparent that the leading causes of death are chronic diseases closely related with individual behaviors and lifestyles. Research within this biopsychosocial approach helps to promote physical and mental health and to prevent and treat disease. Prereqs: Eight (8) credits in psychology, including PSYC 101 .
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PSYC 324 - Human Sexuality (4)
Examination of human sexuality from multidisciplinary perspectives. Students study the biological, spiritual, psychosocial, and cultural dimensions of sexuality. This course is cross-listed with sociology, but may only be counted toward one major or minor. To count toward the psychology major or minor, students must register for the course as a psychology course or obtain permission from the department chair. Cross-listed with SOCI 324 and HDFE 324 . Prereq for psychology credit: PSYC 101 .
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PSYC 401 - Journal Seminar (1)
Discussion and critical analysis of original research articles with faculty in a seminar format. Objectives include teaching students how to read and critique primary source articles in preparation for graduate-level work. This course may be taken more than once for credit, but does not count toward the psychology major or minor. Grading is pass/fail. Prereqs: Twelve (12) credits in psychology, including PSYC 101 , and permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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PSYC 402 - History of Psychology (4)
Examination of the study of behavior from an historical perspective. Development of current systems of psychological thought is traced from the pre-Greeks through the major periods of history. Prereqs: Twelve (12) credits in psychology, including PSYC 101 .
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PSYC 404 - Approaches to Counseling and Psychotherapy (4)
Exploration of theory and clinical applications of psychotherapy and treatment of psychological disorders. Includes an overview of counseling theories and application of these concepts as well as an exploration of professional issues in clinical practice. This course is intended for advanced psychology majors. Prereqs: Psychology major with upper-level standing, eight (8) credits of upper-level psychology, PSYC 215 , and permission of the instructor.
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PSYC 405 - Measurement and Assessment (4)
Study of the process of mental measurement and assessment of human characteristics and performance. Includes examination of test construction and processes to measure psychological adjustment and functioning, intelligence and educational achievement, personality, attitude, vocational interest, and occupational functioning. Psychometric research aims to improve validity of measures used in basic psychological research and applied in clinical, educational, and industrial/occupational settings. Prereqs: Twelve (12) credits in psychology and PSYC 305 .
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PSYC 408 - Theories of Learning (4)
Overview of the major theories of learning, with a focus on historical influences and current applications. Includes training and application of learning principles. Prereqs: Twelve (12) credits in psychology, including PSYC 101 . Offered: Fall.
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PSYC 409 - Cognitive Psychology (4)
Comprehensive introduction to the study of human thought processes such as learning, attention, encoding, remembering, and forgetting. Special topics such as language, imagery, artificial intelligence, cognitive neuroscience, problem solving and decision making are also considered. Prereqs: PSYC 101 , plus eight (8) credits of upper-level psychology. Offered: Spring.
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PSYC 410 - Directed Research (4)
Senior capstone course that provides students with an individualized, advanced research experience. Under the supervisions of a faculty mentor, students review literature, design and conduct an original research project, and analyze data using computer statistical software. Students interpret and write up results within APA format and make an oral presentation of the study. Prereq: Psychology major or minor with senior standing and completion of PSYC 306 , or permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall.
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PSYC 411 - Special Topics in Psychology (2-4)
Coverage of a particular topic in psychology that is not normally examined in depth in the regular course offerings. Designed to teach students about a special research interest of a faculty member or a newly emerging area of psychology. Topics vary with each instructor. This course may be taken more than once for credit, if topics are different, with permission of the department chair. Prereqs: PSYC 101 , junior standing, and eight (8) credits of upper-level psychology or permission of the instructor.
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PSYC 412 - Senior Seminar (4)
Senior capstone course in seminar format. Integration of theories and research presented in previous psychology courses, while providing opportunities to design and conduct an applied research study and to explore post-baccalaureate career and educational goals. Specific course content and format varies to remain topical and applicable to student and instructor interests. Students planning to graduate in December may take this course in the spring semester of their junior year. Prereqs: PSYC 101 ; psychology major or minor with senior standing or permission of the instructor. Offered: Spring.
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