Academic Catalog 2026-2027

Academic Catalog 2026 - 2027

PSYCHOLOGY

PSY 1801 The Family 3 credits A cross-cultural approach to analyzing and understanding the individual, marriage, family, and society. Explores conflict and resolution of family issues and the changing family systems in society. PSY 2841 Positive Psychology 3 credits This course is a course on the scientific study of positive experience, specifically, the strengths & virtues that enable individuals and communities to thrive. The course will be based on the belief that individuals want to lead meaningful a& fulfilling lives, to cultivate what is best within themselves, and to enhance their experiences of love, work, and leisure. This course will include a review of a positive view of human functioning along with a review of the sub discipline’s contributions to traditional research and practice areas in psychology. Specific emphasis will be placed on science & its applications with regard to topics such as human strengths, happiness, gratitude, flow, optimism and hope, wisdom & courage, positive affect, resilience, coping, friendship & love, positive psychology in organizations, clinical psychology and psychotherapy, and positive development across the lifespan. PSY 2851 General Psychology 3 credits Provides an overview of the principles of human behavior and the scope and methods of psychology. Topics include human development, intelligence, emotion, motivation, personality, social psychology, and abnormal behavior. PSY 2852 Child & Early Adult Development 3 credits This course is a survey of the basis of human growth and development. Emotional, mental, physical, and social needs of children, adolescents, and early adults are reviewed. Analysis of the multiple factors which influence and shape behavior and personality is made. PSY 2863 Critical Thinking 3 credits A practical and functional study of the principles of reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making. Skills are taught within the context of social issues with an emphasis on developing analytical skills useful in both academic and personal settings. PSY 2864 Health Psychology 3 credits This course introduces students to the field of health psychology, focusing on how biological, psychological, and social factors influence health, illness, and healthcare outcomes. Students examine theories and research related to health behaviors, stress, coping, chronic illness, and health promotion. Emphasis is placed on applying psychological principles to real-world health issues across diverse populations. Ethical and cultural considerations in health-related practice are also explored. PSY 2890 Psychology of Learning Disabilities 3 credits An overview of learning disorders with an emphasis is placed on the basic issues of each including the history, theoretical framework, and their definition. Attention is also given to the diagnosis, characteristics, and educational implications and/or treatment of each disorder. PSY 2900 Behavioral Statistics 3 credits The principal statistical procedures employed in social science research. An introduction to descriptive statistics, probability, and inferential statistics necessary to carry out and interpret social science research. (Prerequisite: PSY 2851, MAT 1901) PSY 2924 Qualitative Research Design 3 credits This course serves as a general introduction to design, function, and interpretation of qualitative research in the social sciences. Provides necessary preparation to evaluate the empirically based qualitative content of psychology. (Prerequisite: PSY 2851, MAT 1901, PSY 2900) PSY 2926 Quantitative Research Design 3 credits This course serves as a general introduction to design, function, and interpretation of quantitative research in social sciences. Provides necessary preparation to evaluate the empirically based quantitative content of psychology. (Prerequisite: PSY 2851, MAT 1901, PSY 2900, PSY 2924)

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