LAP100. General Psychology. Overview of fields of psychology including biological, social, developmental, and adjustive aspects of behavior. Personality, perception, motivation, emotions, and social behavior are included with laboratory experiences in selected areas. Primarily for liberal arts students, but open to all students. (General Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP200. Psychology of Development in the Infant/Toddler Years. Theory and research related to the first three years of life. Observations of infants and toddlers related to developmental expectancies. Care giving related to understanding of infant needs and individual differences in family, hospital, and day care settings. Developmental assessments and studies of deviations in nurturing physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of infants and toddlers. (Developmental Psychology; Community Psychology). 5 quarter hours |
LAP201. Psychology of Early Childhood. Study of biological, social, and cognitive development during the first six years of life. Implications of research and theories for understanding children and facilitating child development in a multicultural society. Understanding of normal developmental tasks and recognition of deviations from normal development and functioning. Observations of infants and children from birth to age seven related to developmental theories. (Developmental Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP202. Psychology of Middle Childhood and Adolescence. Developmental tasks of children and adolescents with emphasis on socialization, learning, and cognition during middle childhood and adolescent years. Analysis, evaluation, and implications of relevant cognitive, social, and self theories and research. Case studies and observations of children from age six through adolescence. (Developmental Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP204. Psychology of Adolescence and Early Adulthood. Different dimensions of adolescent and early adult behavior and development, including puberty, physical and sexual maturation, intellectual development, social and cultural influences, relationship between parents and adolescents and between peers, and heterosexual relationships. Considers personal problems, including mental disorders, drug addiction, suicide, and special education. Career advancement, mate selection, and marriage are also studied. (Developmental Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP300. Adult Development and Learning Assessment. Study of adult development processes. Key concepts include traditional learning, experimental learning and learning style theories, adult development stage theories, and personal and professional assessment learning. Prerequisite: department or program consent. (Developmental Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP305. Memory and Cognition. Basic concepts in cognitive psychology, including classical and instrumental conditioning, reinforcement, generalization and discrimination of learning, memory models, memory organization and recall strategies, concept formation, problem solving, and biological limits on learning. Topics will be examined from both a traditional and an information-processing perspective. Prerequisite: one previous psychology course or consent of instructor (Cognitive Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP306. Theories of Personality. Introduction to various viewpoints on the nature and development of personality. Theories of various schools of psychology: Freudian and neo-Freudian, behaviorist, existentialist, biological, and social psychology. Personality testing, personality change. Prerequisite: one previous psychology course. (Personality/Clinical Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP307. Abnormal Psychology. Study of the problems and theories of behavior pathology, multiple factors of causation, and characteristics of disorders as described in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual IV. Aspects of prevention and types of intervention and psychotherapies in various settings included. Prerequisite: one previous psychology course. (Personality/Clinical Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP310. Introduction to Industrial/Organizational Psychology. This course introduces students to the use of psychological theories and practice as applied to organizational problems. Topics examined will include employee selection, placement and training, job satisfaction, work motivation and performance, leadership and organizational design and development. (Organizational Psychology) Prerequisites: Two previous psychology courses. College of Management and Business students are required to have General Psychology and the consent of their advisor. . 5 quarter hours |
LAP315. Life Span Development. (formerly LAP203) Examination of the biological, physical, cognitive, emotional and social personality development of humans from the prenatal period through old age. Theories of human development and relevant research examined. Skills in observation and case study included. (Developmental Psychology) Prerequisites: General Psychology (LAP100) or equivalent. . 5 quarter hours |
LAP320. Psychological Assessment of the Young Child - Part I. Study of observational techniques and research methods for children from birth through age six. Experiences with observing young children; interviews with children, parents, and teachers. Study of developmental expectancies in a multicultural society related to observations of children in field settings. Prerequisite: one developmental psychology course or consent of instructor. (Personality/Clinical Psychology) . 2 quarter hours |
LAP321. Psychological Assessment of the Young Child - Part II. Study of methods for assessment of preschool children. Analysis of selected influences. Individual case studies with observations, interviews, and assessment. Prerequisite: LAP320 (Personality/Clinical Psychology). 3 quarter hours |
LAP325. Psychology of Play and Therapeutic Applications. Play across age spectrums and in differing contexts. Includes play universals, types and forms of play, theories of play, and functions of play in normative and typical development. Use of play in assessment and behavior change is studied. Other topics include methods and materials of play and the role of play in learning and development. Prerequisite: one developmental psychology course. (Personality/Clinical Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP340. Effective Interpersonal Relationships. Focus on dyadic and small group relationships. Examination of causes and results of types of relationships. Development of model of effective relationships and consequences. Skill development in interpersonal communication. Experiential learning. (Personality/Clinical Psychology) . 3-5 quarter hours |
LAP342. Interpersonal Helping Skills . Focus on the helping skills in small groups and dyads. Examination of various techniques, goals, methods, and outcomes. Extensive skill training. Prerequisite: one course in community mental health or general psychology. (Personality/Clinical Psychology) . 3-5 quarter hours |
LAP348. Cross-Cultural Communications . Theoretical and practical knowledge of cross-cultural psychology with emphasis on intercultural communication processes and problems caused by cultural differences. An overview of psychological and cultural factors which bring about effective interpersonal communication. Practical suggestions for improving communications skills. (Community Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP350. Culture and Self . (Psychology of the Self) Cross-cultural study of the self as it has been understood in the West and the East. An interdisciplinary study of the self-concept drawn from social psychological, sociological, and anthropological literature. Interpretation and enhancement strategies of the self in classroom and counseling settings, particularly for minority individuals. (Community Psychology). 5 quarter hours |
LAP352. Children and Families Under Stress . Focus on important factors in society and life that produce stress on children and their families. Crisis experiences that may be included are death, divorce, hospitalization, poverty, and child abuse. (Community Psychology). 5 quarter hours |
LAP401. Psychology of Learning. Survey of theories of learning including behavioristic and cognitive-developmental approaches with applications of each. Aspects of motivation and discipline also included. Traditional and innovative approaches explored. Students participate in planned learning interactions. Prerequisite: one previous psychology course. (Experimental Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP402. Experimental Psychology. Introduction to the design, conduct, and analysis of psychological research. Topics include the philosophy of science, research ethics, research designs (i.e., correlational research, experiments, observational research, survey research, single-subject research); writing up research results for problems in cognitive psychology (e.g., learning, attention, memory, sensation, perception, consciousness, motivation); developmental psychology (e.g., infant, child, adolescent, and adult growth); and social psychology (e.g., attitudes, person perception, attributions, stereotypes). Prerequisites: One previous psychology course or consent of instructor, LAE101, LAM110. (Experimental Psychology). 5 quarter hours |
LAP411. Psychology of Exceptional Children and Adolescents. Survey of children and adolescents who are mentally retarded, gifted, physically handicapped, visually or hearing impaired, or who have speech and language disorders, learning disabilities, or behavior or emotional disorders. Course includes characteristics, assessment, and intervention strategies for working with children with special needs. Prerequisite: One developmental psychology course. (Personality/Clinical Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP420. Social Psychology. Role of group and socio-cultural factors in the development of behaviors of individuals. Attention to group dynamics. Illustrations of how social psychologists study people and formulate theories. Empirical research by students included. Prerequisite: One previous psychology course (Social Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP425. Mental Health. Study of basic concepts of mental health, problems of adjustment and ways of coping with life tasks. Experiences designed to enhance self-understanding and growth, as well as interactions with others. Evaluation of different approaches in therapy. Prerequisite: one previous psychology course (Community Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP430. Parent Training Resources. An examination of the field of parent training/education, familiarizing the student with historical background, current theoretical viewpoints and policies, and technology for appropriate applications. Models of intervention will be explored. Related issues such as assessment, funding, and research will be investigated. Prerequisites: One course in Human Development (preferably child, middle, or adolescent) and a course in interviewing. . 5 quarter hours |
LAP443. Managing Interpersonal . Communication Examination of students' communication skills and patterns as they relate to being a productive member in various organizational settings. Dealing with conflict, giving and receiving constructive feedback, active listening, mentor relationships, the use of power, organizational gossip, manipulative and dysfunctional behavior in organizational settings are the key concepts. . 5 quarter hours |
LAP450. Human Sexuality. This course will provide the student with a survey of current views and recent research in the area of human sexuality. Emphasis will be placed on giving students a historical perspective concerning attitudes about sexuality and sexual behavior with particular consideration given to cross-cultural studies. Theoretical positions and research findings will be related to major developmental issues in the human life span and sexuality will be considered as an integral part of human relations and communication. Application will be made to the needs and concerns of teachers and human service professionals about sexual abuse and its treatment. Prerequisites: LAP315 or LAP201 and LAP202 or consent of instructor. (Developmental Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP451. Industrial Psychology. A survey of theories and methods that study organizations in search of ways to improve the functioning and human benefits in the workplace. Emphasis is placed on ways to be more productive, to increase job satisfaction among employees and to improve employee selection. Prerequisite: One previous psychology course or the equivalent or consent of the instructor. . 5 quarter hours |
LAP460. Multidisciplinary Teaming with Families of Young Children. This course examines the functioning of teams consisting of parents and professionals operating in concert to deliver services to young children experiencing special needs. Students will become familiar with the varied roles of team members in assessment, planning, intervention, and interagency coordination. The course considers autobiographical approaches to understanding oneself and other team members as individuals; models of collaboration within and between service settings; team and group processes and dynamics; conflict resolution; and interagency roles, service coordination functions and responsibilities. . 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP490. Independent Study in Psychology . A pursuit of independent study in an area of psychology by students who have elected psychology majors. Students must obtain permission from a department faculty member prior to registration. They will work under the direction of a faculty member; a paper is required for course credit. . 2-5 quarter hours (may be repeated) |
LAP495. Special Topics in Psychology . This course will cover any topic or topics in the field of psychology which are not taught within the regular course offerings. A decision to teach this course will be made each time by the department on the basis of unusual and specific students' needs. Should it develop that a particular topic is needed to be taught on a fairly regular basis, then a specific course will be developed. . 2-5 quarter hours (may be repeated) |
LAP499. Psychology Seminar. Seminar course that varies in content from time to time. Open to junior, senior, and graduate students in psychology with consent of instructor. . 3-5 quarter hours |
LAP501. Psychological Assessment I. (formerly LAP403) Introduction to psychological evaluation, familiarizing the student with different assessment procedures, including categories of tests, observations and implications. Several tests are examined in class, demonstrating standardized administration and the importance of controlling anxiety and establishing rapport with the individual being tested. Importance of the referral question and report reading will be stressed. Prerequisite: one previous psychology course. (Personality/Clinical Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP502. Psychological Assessment II - Intelligence. Assessment of the cognitive abilities utilizing standardized tests including the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children IIIand the Stanford-Binet in a life span perspective. Administration, scoring, and interpretation will be stressed. Sources of bias and consequent limitations will be presented. (Human Development/Health) . 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP503. Psychological Assessment III - Personality. Presentation, demonstration and experience in the various modes of personality assessment. Standardized objective tests will be covered. Emphasis will be placed on the psychometric and personality theories underlying assessment. Sources of bias will be discussed. Administration, scoring and interpretation of these tests will be presented. Prerequisites: graduate standing or senior psychology major and departmental permission. LAP501 and at least one previous personality course is required. (Personality/Clinical Psychology) . 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP504. Psychological Foundations and Systems. Students will be introduced to major issues concerning the growth and development of psychology from the late 19th through the 20th centuries. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship between developments in psychology and those in the social and natural sciences as well as medicine. The philosophical foundations of psychology will be explored and major schools - psychoanalysis, behaviorism, cognitive/ constructivist positions - will be compared and contrasted. (Human Development/Health) . 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP505. Advanced Abnormal Psychology. (formerly LAP404) Advanced seminar investigating current theoretical and applied questions related to various aspects of abnormal psychology, including anxiety, personality, sexual, childhood and affective disorders, substance abuse, mental retardation, autism, schizophrenia, and selected topics related to therapeutic intervention. Students will analyze issues in abnormal psychology found in the scientific and popular literature and in case studies of abnormal behavior. Prerequisite: One previous course in abnormal psychology and graduate standing; one course in community mental health recommended; senior standing with permission of department. (Personality/Clinical Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP506. Advanced Human Development. A study of the biological, physical, cognitive, emotional, social and personality development of humans from birth through death. Emphasis will be placed on research methodology, including interview and traditional psychological assessment. Normal and pathological aspects of the aging process will be explored. The concepts of prevention and postponement will be incorporated. Prerequisite: seniors with two previous psychology courses and consent of department or graduate standing. (Developmental Psychology). 5 quarter hours |
LAP507. Theories of Cognitive Psychology. (formerly LAP406) Course will introduce and compare current views of cognitive psychology. Will examine theoretical models explaining cognition. Consideration will be given to the genetic approach; to the construction of knowledge (Piaget); to the relationship between language acquisition and cognitive activity (Vygotsky); to the development of moral and ethical principles (Kohlberg). Course will analyze theoretical models of the information processing approach (Sternberg) and will examine the social and developmental aspects of cognition. Prerequisite: junior, senior or graduate standing and one previous course in general psychology, human development or psychology of learning. (Cognitive/Experimental Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP508. Interpersonal Development. This course examines contemporary cognitive developmental, ego developmental and psychoanalytical object relations stage theories of interpersonal development. The psychological and philosophical antecedents of these theories will be presented. Assumptions and issues related to the philosophical concepts of unity/duality; psychological isolation of thought, feeling and action; and societal considerations related to autonomy/community will be pursued. (Human Development) . 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP509. Advanced Social Psychology. An advanced study of individual behavior in groups. The major theories of persuasion, group dynamics and role behavior will be examined. Students will design and conduct research with the major theories as guideposts. Prerequisite: Senior or graduate standing. Two previous undergraduate psychology courses. (Social/Community Psychology) . 5 quarter hours |
LAP510 . Advanced Personality Theory. Critical study of main theoretical and substantive trends in contemporary personality theory. Research and issues in current theories. . 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP511. Infancy. This course enables students to acquire knowledge of typical and atypical infant development. Knowledge concerning basic developmental patterns in the areas of cognitive, social/emotional, communication and motor development will be presented. The infant's emerging capacities for engagement in relationships and learning experiences will be examined. The effects of social, cultural, and interpersonal environments on infant development will also be examined. (Human Development). 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP512. Cross-Cultural Perspectives in Mental Health. Course content will involve an exploration of historical and cross-cultural trends and movements in the development of the construct of mental health and mental health maintenance. Current models of mental health will be compared and the role of cultural variables in determining their content and structure will be considered. Models of psychotherapy and other modes of personality development and change will be reviewed. Current trends in community mental health research will also be considered. Prerequisites: Senior or Graduate standing, two previous psychology courses. . 5 quarter hours |
LAP515. Advanced Culture and Self. Course content will involve a survey at an advanced level of the major theories of personality where the construct of the self is an essential feature. The development of these theories in the context of Western culture will also be considered. Basic principles of human development will be reviewed in a cross-cultural context and students will be assisted in comparing biographical with empirical-objective approaches to the study of personality. (Cultural) . 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP517. Psychological Statistics, Design and Analysis. An introduction to students and research workers in psychology to the concepts and applications of statistics. Emphasis is placed on the analysis and interpretation of data obtained from the conduct of experiments. Students and workers in other branches of behavioral and biological science may also find this course helpful. Skill in algebra is necessary. This course attempts not only to introduce the student to the practical technology of statistics, but also to explain in an often intuitive way the nature of statistical ideas. Prerequisites: Senior or Graduate standing, two previous psychology courses. . 5 quarter hours |
LAP520. Biological Bases of Behavior. An examination of the basic biological systems and their relationship to behavior. Particular emphasis will be given to the central nervous system, autonomic nervous system, neuroanatomy, and the endocrine system. Changes throughout the lifespan and the effects of various kinds of impairment will be stressed. (Health) . 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP525. Psychology of Artistic Expression . Course content will involve the exploration of the relationship of personality variables and other psychological factors to the development of creative potential and the capacity for artistic expression. Emphasis will be placed on the interrelationship between artistic movements and trends in the 20th Century and parallel developments in psychology and the social sciences. Both psychoanalytic and cognitive approaches to the study of creativity will be reviewed and related to the role of the artist in contemporary cultural trends. (Cultural). 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP530. Health Psychology. Emphasis on the shift from the biomedical model to the biopsychosocial model to understand the various influences on health and illness. The mind-body relationship will be explored via current research. The minimization of risk and promotion of health, including health lifestyle, prevention, maintaining compliance with appropriate regimens such as medication or exercise and diet will be explored. Lifespan considerations will be included. (Health) . 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP535. Psychopharmacology. Develop familiarity with the basic mechanisms of drug transport within the body, including neuroanatomy, the autonomic and central nervous systems. Major classifications of psychoactive drugs as well as over the counter drugs and non-controlled substances. Lifespan considerations for indications /contraindications and use/abuse at various ages. (Health). 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP540. Abnormal Psychology of Aging. The purpose of this course is to assist the student to apply the principles of abnormal psychology to specific pathologies common among older adults. The course will begin by examining the difference between normal and abnormal aging. It will then continue by addressing such issues as depression, organic brain syndrome, anxiety, paranoia, and hypochondria. The student will explore the issues of accurate diagnosis and treatment. Particular emphasis will be placed on the proper identification of the DSM-IV category. Discussion will also include treatment possibilities for each diagnosis. Prerequisite: HSG545. . 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP543. Advanced Interpersonal . Relationships Small organizational groups outside of the family are the emphasis of this course. Social, occupational and leisure groups are studied with the concern of developing more effective relationships within the group. Small group theories are studied and applied. The psychological focus of the course is the development of each individual within the small group to maximize each person's development as they relate to others in groups. (Organizational). 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP545. Pain Management. The biological mechanisms of pain will be presented. The interaction with the brain and higher cortical functions with emphasis on personal differences in pain response will be stressed. Medical and psychosocial treatment of pain will be emphasized with exploration of biofeedback, autogenic training, progressive relaxation training. Development of treatment plans for pain management. (Health). 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP550. Advanced Industrial Psychology . An indepth study of organizations and the human factors involved in contemporary business practices. The course emphasizes employee production, job satisfaction, employee assessment and motivation. Major problems are dealt with in the course including conflict, harassment and low incentives. Practical use of updated psychological methods are included. (Organizational). 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
LAP595. Special Topics in Psychology . This course will cover any topic or topics in the field of psychology which are not taught within the regular course offerings. A decision to teach this course will be made each time by the department on the basis of unusual and specific students' needs. Should it develop that a particular topic is needed to be taught on a fairly regular basis, then a specific course will be developed.. 5 quarter hours/3 semester hours |
