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1013 Introduction to Psychology
(3-0) 3 hours credit.
Introduction to the study of the mind and behavior, with attention to awareness, discrimination, sensation, perception, emotion, motivation, learning, memory, problem-solving, personality, mental and behavioral development, abnormal behavior, and behavior in group settings. Psychological, social, cultural, and biological determinants of behavior are considered, together with applications of basic principles. Scientific and nonscientific approaches to the explanation of psychological phenomena are examined critically. Participation in illustrative research required. (Formerly PSY 2013. Credit may be earned for only one of the following: PSY 1013, PSY 2013, or PSY 1203.) [TCCN: PSYC 2301.]

1513 Knowledge and Learning
(2-2) 3 hours credit. Does not substitute for PSY 1013 for psychology majors and minors.
Models of cognitive skill acquisition derived from research on human information processing are presented and evaluated. Lectures will focus on theoretical bases for individual differences in cognitive performance. Laboratory exercises will focus on the empirical evaluation of effectiveness of different cognitive strategies for carrying out academic tasks.

2001 Careers and Training in Psychology
(1-0) 1 hour credit. Prerequisite: PSY 1013 or equivalent.
Explores career opportunities in Psychology relative to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral levels of training. Students learn how best to plan their program of studies to achieve their educational and occupational goals. The different types of graduate programs in Psychology are described and the admissions process is considered in light of the most effective strategies for gaining entrance and assuring success. Must be taken on a credit/no-credit basis.

2503 Developmental Psychology
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: PSY 1013.
Problems, methods, major theories, and results in the study of the psychological development of the individual from the prenatal period to old age. [TCCN: PSYC 2314.]

2513 Abnormal Psychology
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: PSY 1013.
Topics may include the dynamics of abnormal behavior with attention to description, causes, and treatment of major psychological disorders, including neuroses, psychoses, personality disorders, and psychosomatic disorders.

2523 Personality
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: PSY 1013.
Problems, methods, major theories, and results in the study of development and maintenance of typical modes of behavior and dynamics of adjustment. [TCCN: PSYC 2316.]

2533 Social Psychology
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisite: PSY 1013.
Problems, methods, major theories, and results in the study of social interaction and interpersonal influence; self-identity, attitudes, role behavior, social perception, social influence, and behavior within groups. [TCCN: PSYC 2319.]

2543 Theories of Learning
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisites: PSY 1013 or equivalent and MAT 1023 or equivalent.
An examination of major theories about the nature of the learning process. Discussion will focus on the construction and evaluation of models of learning. The practical and theoretical implications of research results for the acquisition, maintenance, modification, and elimination of behavior will be considered. Related memory phenomena and theories may be discussed.

2573 Psychology of Thought
(3-0) 3 hours credit. Prerequisites: PSY 1013 or equivalent and MAT 1023 or equivalent.
An introduction to the principles of human thought as they relate to memory, comprehension, and problem solving. These principles will be used to analyze the nature of the cognitive strategies and skills that individuals develop to cope with the adaptive challenges they face.

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