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• PSYC 360: Cognitive Psychology

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Covers research and theory related to human use of perception, attention, memory, language, and decision making as well as their uses in everyday life. Other topics may include mental imagery, creativity, and problem solving. Traditional research approaches to understanding human thinking are presented. Prerequisite:    PSYC100 OR PSCH101 OR PSY100 OR PSY1101
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• PSYC 375: Psych of Learning

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Examines the theoretical and experimental basis of behavioral and cognitive learning in animal and human behavior. The course focuses on basic principles of classical conditioning, operant conditioning, and social cognitive learning. Prerequisite:    PSYC100 OR PSCH101 OR PSY100 OR PSY1101
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• PSYC 376: Behavior Mod

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Examines the current principles of learning and their application to the analysis of human behavior in therapeutic and institutional settings. The underlying theoretical concepts of behavior modification focus on operant conditioning, respondent conditioning, observational learning, and cognitive models. Additional emphasis will be placed on the experimental analysis of human behavior and applying the principles to improve quality of life. Prerequisite:    PSYC100 AND PSYC150 OR PSCH101 OR PSCH160 OR PSCH281 OR PSY100 OR PSY1101 OR PSY202 OR PSY205 OR PSY2206 OR PSYC250
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• PSYC 380: Behavioral Neurosci

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Examines the biological bases of behavior, emphasizing contemporary approaches to the study of the nervous system. Neural structure, function, and organization are considered in relation to sensory and motor function, learning and memory, sleep, emotions, and other behaviors. An overview of brain function will be presented, drawing on basic concepts in biological, physical, and behavioral sciences. Prerequisite:    PSYC100 AND PSYC250 OR PSCH101 OR PSCH281 OR PSY100 OR PSY1101 OR PSY202 OR PSY2206
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• PSYC 406: Psych Senior Seminar

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Explores an important contemporary topic in psychology taught in a seminar environment. Active student involvement includes scientific writing; presentation; and critical thinking about theory, empirical research design, implementation, and findings. The instructor teaching the course determines the topic area to be covered. Prerequisite:    PSYC100 AND PSYC150 AND PSYC250 OR PSCH101 OR PSCH160 OR PSCH281 OR PSY100 OR PSY1101 OR PSY202 OR PSY205 OR PSY2206
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• PSYC 412: Neuropsychology

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces students to the neuropsychological approach to understanding brain activity. Students will examine organization and physiology of the nervous system as it relates to a variety of neurological, psychiatric, and psychological disorders with emphasis on disease etiology, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Prerequisite:    PSYC281 OR PSCH380 OR PSY215 OR PSY315 OR PSY3355 OR PSYC355 OR PSYC380
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• PSYC 422: Drugs and Behavior

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Introduces students to the physiological, psychological, and social effects of prescription, over the counter, and illegal drugs. Theories of addiction and methods of rehabilitation will be covered and the government agencies and laws which regulate the manufacture and distribution of drugs will also be considered. An emphasis will be placed on narcotics, stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens, and marijuana. Prerequisite:    PSYC281 OR PSYC355 OR PSYC380
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• PSYC 441: Theor Prac Acdm Psy 2

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  This course explores pedagogical techniques and assessment methods using PSYC100 content and utilizes a seminar format classroom experience along with opportunities to work with students in PSYC100 through discussions, presentations, reviews, and tutoring. There is a strong emphasis on ethical and professional behaviors. As part of this capstone experience, students will prepare items (e.g., CV/resume, purpose statement, sample presentations, cover letter) to be included in a professional portfolio as preparation for employment or graduate work. Prerequisite:    PSYC100 AND PSYC150 AND PSYC250 AND PSYC350 OR PSCH101 OR PSCH160 OR PSCH281 OR PSY100 OR PSY1101 OR PSY202 OR PSY205 OR PSY2206 OR PSY3306 OR PSY409 OR SPCH282
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• PSYC 442: Theor Prac Acdm Psy 2

  3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides students who have completed PSYC 441 the opportunity to continue to develop their academic and professional skills and engage in leadership activities through a leadership role in the Teaching Assistant cohort. Prerequisite:    PSYC100 AND PSYC150 AND PSYC250 AND PSYC350 AND PSYC441 OR PSCH101 OR PSCH160 OR PSCH281 OR PSCH282 OR PSCH441 OR PSY100 OR PSY1101 OR PSY202 OR PSY205 OR PSY2206 OR PSY3306 OR PSY409
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• PSYC 493: Independent Study in Psych

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

  
  Provides for the study of a topic via review and research of technical psychological literature and/or empirical manipulation of variables in the field or laboratory under supervision of a psychology faculty member. Independent study is initiated by the student to increase knowledge in a particular area of psychology. The topic is examined in an intensive manner with guidance by a faculty member who has special expertise in that field. Prerequisite:    PSYC100 AND PSYC150 AND PSYC250 AND PSYC350
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