Psychology (PSYC)

Companion lab to Psychological Research and Statistics 1 covering same learning objectives through a 1 credit hour (3 contact hour) lab.

A survey of general psychology: theories, methods, and basic principles and how these apply to human behavior. Topics include research, the brain, social psychology, learning, memory, and psychological disorders. The course emphasizes the understanding that psychological concepts are derived from the scientific method. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Students will be introduced to the broad field of Psychology. Subfields will be explored. Students will explore job opportunities and opportunities for advanced degrees. Topics may also include scientific method, research, reading scientific articles, ethics, critical thinking, TAMU-SA degree plan, and goal setting. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

An introduction to human development through the lifespan. Physiological, cognitive, and socioemotional aspects of development from birth through late adulthood are covered, and will focus on the developmental issues required by health professions. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Adjustment problems of normal people. Principles of healthy psychological functioning in relation to family, peers, career, community, and culture. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

This course covers major personality theories and personality research methods. Topics include psychoanalytic, behavioristic, social learning, cognitive, humanistic, and trait theories including supporting research. Upon completion, students should be able to compare and contrast traditional and contemporary approaches to the understanding of individual differences in human behavior.

A survey of human behavior in relation to the social environment. The course includes an emphasis on how individuals are influenced behaviorally, emotionally, and cognitively. Topics include but are not limited to the self, social cognition, aggression, interpersonal attraction, attitudes, social influence, prejudice and discrimination, gender, race, person perception, cultural norms, and conflict and peace-making.

Literature and research in areas of psychology not otherwise treated in depth in available courses. May be repeated once as topics change. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

This course teaches fundamentals of scientific writing in psychology, including literature reviews, research reports, and other forms of written communication in the field. All work products will adhere to the American Psychological Association (APA) format and style. Students will gain extensive experience in writing, revision, and editing. The goal of the course is to promote proficiency of writing and critical thinking skills through analysis of exemplary writing and evaluation of their own and others' writing. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

An introduction to the methods and analysis of data from psychological studies. Fundamental concepts and techniques of both descriptive and inferential statistics and their application to psychological research.

Lab focusing on scientific literacy and practice with data analysis using statistical software, and research design.

Laboratory to reinforce and apply concepts introduced in PSYC 3304 Psychology of Learning lecture.

Lab focusing on scientific literacy and practice with data analysis using statistical software, and research design.

General principles of learning and memory and an introduction to learning theory. Emphasis on motivation, conditioning and problem-solving.

Theory and phenomena of social psychology. Includes the nature of social variables and the methods used to study them, and covers topics such as the self, conformity, persuasion, prejudice, relationships, altruism, attitudes, attribution, conflict, and peacemaking. Credit may not be obtained in both PSYC 3305 and SOCI 3301 or SOCI 3311. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Topics include examination of biological, physiological, learning, psychodynamic, cognitive, and purposive factors in the motivation of human behavior. Includes examination of nature and the roles of emotion in explaining motivational processes. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Examines and defines the nature of illness and healing through the integration of biophysiological, psychoneuroimmunological, psychological and environmental factors. Examines stress and stress management techniques. Formerly PSYC 2350 TSI Restriction(s): Reading, and Writing

Introduction to the physiological substrata of behavior; including basic neuroanatomy, research techniques, basic physiology, sensory processes and central nervous system functions.

This course covers issues involved in both intimate and platonic close relationships, with an emphasis on intimate relationships, and includes attraction, love, communication, sexuality, power, and dissolution Current and classic research associated with all aspects of relations will be considered. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, and Writing

Consideration of physiological and social-learning origins of sex differences and psychological theories of sex- stereotyped and sexual behavior. Topics may include androgyny versus sex-typed behavior, gender dysfunction, origins of sex stereotypes, sexual preferences, and sex differences in reasoning styles, aggression, sexual behavior, personality, and psychopathology. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, and Writing

An examination of the role of culture in the development and validation of psychological theories. Critical discussion of the application of Western theories to other cultural groups, including ethnic minority subgroups. Topics may include identity formation, cognitive and personality development, social and organizational behavior, intergroup relations, psychological assessment, and mental health. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

This course will explore the dynamics of psychological health and maladjustment with a focus on the science underlying major mental disorders, known causes or etiologies of those disorders, and current treatment modalities or evidence-based practices (EBPs) in the context of the DSM-5. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

A survey of development from birth through childhood, adolescence, adulthood, old age, and death. Physical, cognitive, socioemotional, and social issues over the lifespan will be examined. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

This course will focus on the psychological factors related to participation and adhereance in sport, exercise, and other performance domains. Students will explore how social and psychological variables influence participation and performance in sport, exercise, and othr competitive activities and how such participation affect the psychological well-being of the individual. TSI Restriction(s): , Math

A general survey of current research on psychological, social, legal and situational factors involved in substance usage and its effect on human behavior and criminal activity. Includes a treatment of therapeutic procedures and facilities.

This course covers the history and culture of military psychology, special programs such as neuropsychology, comprehensive soldier fitness, and clinical health psychology, ethical issues such as relationships, burnout, and suicide, and clinical theory involving military families, combat stress, and post deployment adjustment. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

This course applies psychological principles to learning both inside and outside of the classroom, with specific attention paid to the influences of biological, developmental, social, and behavioral/cognitive aspects of both students and teachers. TSI Restriction(s): , Math

Introduces students to psychological assessment. Topics include measures of personality, intelligence, psychological disorders, and neuropsychological functioning and their use in medical, educational, therapeutic, workplace and historical contexts. Former Title: Psychology of Work. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, Writing.

An examination of major personality theories and implications for personality development and change. Topics may also include research, results, and problems specific to personality. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

An introduction to human sexuality with emphasis on the reproductive systems, gender/sexual identity, behavior and influences of legal, social, and technological development. (Credit may not be obtained in both PSYC 3369 and SOCI 3369.) TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Introduction to basic research methodology (i.e., designing and evaluating behavioral research) and ethical issues in research. Statistical methods will be discussed as they pertain to research design and interpretation.

Introduction to basic research methodology (i.e., designing and evaluating behavioral research) and ethical issues in research. Statistical methods will be discussed as they pertain to research design and interpretation.

Individual instruction course for advanced and qualified undergraduates to obtain supervised research experience in psychology. Student will assist with a research project by working under the individual guidance of a psychology faculty member. Requirements may entail library research, data collection, data entry, statistical analysis and or assistance in planning and conducting parts of a research project. A paper on the research experience is required. Consent of instructor required. Variable credit for a total of 6 maximum. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Laboratory course to reinforce and apply concepts introduced in PSYC 4310 Cognitive Psychology

Lab to reinforce and apply concepts introduced in PSYC 4328 Psychology of Perception.

Individual instruction course for advanced and qualified undergraduates to obtain supervised research experience in psychology. Student will assist with a research project by working under the individual guidance of a psychology faculty member. Requirements may entail library research, data collection, data entry, statistical analysis and or assistance in planning and conducting parts of a research project. A paper on the research experience is required. Consent of instructor required. Variable credit for a total of 6 maximum. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Senior Seminar is a course that prepares studenrs for graduate school or future employment by teaching relevant skills such as writing resumes, curriculum vitae, cover letters and grants. Selected tipcs related to current psychological issues may be introduced. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Individual instruction course for advanced and qualified undergraduates to obtain supervised research experience in psychology. Student will assist with a research project by working under the individual guidance of a psychology faculty member. Requirements may entail library research, data collection, data entry, statistical analysis and or assistance in planning and conducting parts of a research project. A paper on the research experience is required. Consent of instructor required. Variable credit for a total of 6 maximum. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Introduces students to psychological assessment. Topics include measures of personality, intelligence, psychological disorders, and neuropsychological functioning and their use in medical, educational, therapeutic, workplace and historical contexts. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Examination of current information-processing models of human cognition. Visual & auditory information processing, memory processes, information processing, language, thinking, and problem solving.

+An advanced course that treats the definition of adolescence, research and theory concerning the biological, moral, sex-role, personality and emotional development. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Literature and research in areas of psychology not otherwise treated in depth in available courses. May be repeated once as topics change.

Analysis of basic perceptual phenomena and theories of perception. Emphasis on sensation, attention, meaning and structural concepts.

Important historical antecedents and contemporary psychological systems. An exit course that integrates diverse material encountered in the discipline. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

This course surveys the field of clinical psychology which is the branch of psychology concerned with the assessment and treatment of mental illness and disorders. Topics include historical figures and theory; ethical, legal and cultural issues; diagnostics and assessment as well as empirically validated treatment and prevention strategies. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Evolutionary Psychology uses the principles of human biological evolution to study psychological processes. This course provides a detailed introduction to evolutionary theory and its application to psychological phenomena. Topics include natural and sexual selection, with applications to perception, survival, long- and short-term mating, aggression and violence, cooperation, parenting, kinship, and others. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Writing, and Math

A general survey of current research on psychological, social, legal and situational factors involved in substance usage and its effect on human behavior and criminal activity. Includes a treatment of therapeutic procedures and facilities. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Individual instruction course for advanced and qualified undergraduates to obtain supervised research experience in psychology. Student will assist with a research project by working under the individual guidance of a psychology faculty member. Requirements may entail library research, data collection, data entry, statistical analysis and or assistance in planning and conducting parts of a research project. A paper on the research experience is required. Consent of instructor required. Variable credit for a total of 6 maximum. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

This course examines the dynamics of human behavior within forensic contexts, including an analysis of the psychology of criminal behavior, as well as current research in the areas of police and investigative psychology (e.g., eyewitness identification, false confessions), psychology in the courts, mental illness in the justice system, and correctional psychology. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Applied experience at an off-campus site where psychological principles are applied. Jointly supervised by on-campus faculty and off-campus representatives at the internship site. Students must have departmental approval before registering. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

This advanced seminar course is offered for upper division students and will integrate theory, research and practice in the field of psychology broadly. Subject matter will be determined by faculty interests. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Psychology became a specialized field of study in the 1960’s as part of an effort to enhance legal process and justice outcomes. In recent years, concerns about wrongful convictions, false confessions, and use of “junk science” in the courtroom has fueled an interest in psychological and legal aspects of high stakes rulings. Major landmark cases and the social science research which shaped U.S. history in this area will be discussed and debated in this course. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing

Advanced instruction in designing, conducting, and analyzing data and research in psychology. TSI Restriction(s): Reading, Math, and Writing