BIOL 258 / 4 Credits

This course emphasizes the anatomy and physiology of major human body systems, with applications to human health.  Supporting topics include basic chemistry, macromolecules, and cell structure and function.  The laboratory explores these principles and related laboratory techniques.

PSYC 099 / 1 Credits

Emphasis on the basic style, format, and processes of writing in psychology as a discipline. This includes conducting a literature search, writing a literature review, and producing a scholarly paper.

PSYC 101 / 3 Credits

Introduction to modern psychology including its major theorists and methodologies and an overview of biological, personality, learning, developmental, social, and abnormal psychology.

PSYC 209 / 3 Credits

A developmental approach to the study of persons from conception to death. Attention is given to the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of the individual as well as to theoretical and methodological issues relevant to understanding different age groups. Applications are made to the contexts relevant to various stages of development. Recommended: EDUC 203 OR HDFS/PSYC/SOCI 101

PSYC 226 / 3 Credits

Introduction to the theories, methods, findings, and problems encountered in the study of people as social beings. Content areas include the self, attitudes and social cognition, conformity and obedience to authority, stereotypes and prejudice, altruism, aggression and social conflict, and applications of social psychological concepts.

PSYC 271 / 3 Credits

This course provides a foundational background in the use and application of key statistical methods used in psychology. Students will learn to handle data and critically evaluate the appropriate statistical methods for presenting data within the field of psychology. The basic principles of probability, descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, and the use of statistical software appropriate to psychology will be taught. STAT 269 recommended.

PSYC 272 / 3 Credits

This course will use a process-oriented approach to provide an overview of the most common research methods in the behavioral sciences. Students will be provided information regarding each step of the research process from idea development to dissemination of results. Students will then have the opportunity to apply this knowledge through the implementation of their own research projects.

PSYC 408 / 3 Credits

In-depth study of human behavior, the formulation of research problems and hypotheses, research design, statistical inference, decision making, and writing research reports. The experimental research process will be experienced by way of a semester long experimental project of the student's choosing. This course meets the major-writing intensive requirement for the Psychology B.A., B.S., and Biopsychology majors.

PSYC 409 / 3 Credits

An overview of the use of psychological tests and observational techniques in the assessment of individuals. This course meets the major-writing intensive requirement for the Psychology B.A. major.

PSYC 441 / 3 Credits

Study the historical development of psychology by examining the foundations of the profession and the changes, within and outside psychology, that have influenced the current theories that dominate the field.

PSYC 494 / 3 Credits

Discussion and analysis of the relationship between psychology and the Christian faith. Considers how Christian perspectives inform, critique, and further a professional orientation in psychology.

PSYC 345 / 3 Credits

Survey of research and theory in the study of human information processing. The course covers the acquisition, representation, and use of knowledge with emphasis on the processes of attention, memory, language, and problem solving and decision making.

PSYC 350 / 3 Credits

The goal of this course is to study the relationship between the physiological and psychological bases of behavior. This course will emphasize the biological basis of nervous systems disorders and mental illnesses, the pharmacology of drug use and abuse and the neural circuitry of emotion. The course will also examine the organization of the nervous system and the mechanisms of neuronal communication.

PSYC 319 / 3 Credits

Study of the biological and psychosocial factors related to the development of psychopathology. Focus on various mental health disorders, with emphasis on classification based on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.

PSYC 323 / 3 Credits

Study of some of the various theoretical approaches to counseling, including psychoanalysis, cognitive-behavioral therapies, person-centered therapy, Behavioral therapy and Postmodern Approaches.

PSYC 324 / 3 Credits

Systematic study of the structure, organization, and determination of personality including a survey of the major contemporary personality theories.

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HDFS 210 / 3 Credits

This class examines the individual from conception through late childhood. Attention is given to the physical, social-emotional, linguistic and cognitive development of the child as well as theoretical and methodological issues related to child development. Students should gain observation and application skills.

HDFS 311 / 3 Credits

This class offers a development-focused approach to understanding adolescents. Attention is given to the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of adolescents as well as theoretical and methodological issues as related to the study of adolescents. Applications are made to family, peers, schools, church, and culture.

HDFS 312 / 3 Credits

This course provides a development-focused approach to the understanding of early and middle adult years, in particular, the interaction of physiological, cognitive, psychological, and sociological aspects in the study of adult development. Students will utilize qualitative research methods conducting structured interviews and collecting, analyzing and presenting narrative data.

GERO 231 / 3 Credits

Study focuses on the psychological stability and change experienced by older persons. Topics include sensation and perception, intellectual functioning and learning, psychomotor skills, personality, and psychopathology as related to older persons. Students develop a relationship with an Elder Mentor for the duration of the class.