Course Descriptions
PSYC 201 Basic Statistics
This course focuses on basic statistical methods use to answer behavioral research questions and includes an introdution to data analysis using staistical programs such as SPSS. Topics include: descriptive statistics, sampling distributions and principles of statistical inference, null hypothesis test, power and effect size, and statistical methods used in anaylsis of variance (ANOVA). Data analysis and written communication of results will be a focus throughout the course.
PSYC 204 Advanced Statistics
This course focuses on linear regression as a data-analytic frameowrk and vocers introductory and intermediate concepts in regression analysis. Topics include: least-squares estimation, collinearity, regression with nominal predictors, interaction effects in regression analysis, prediction,a dn path analysis with regression. Other advanced statistical methods such as MANOVA, meta-analysis, or structucral equation modleing will be introduced. Data analysis with statistical programs such as SPSS and written communication of results will be a focus throughout the course.
PSYC 235C P3 Social Psychology
This course explores the way situational factors affect how we think, feel, and behave toward others in social situations. Topics include: altruism, aggression, persuasion, conformity, steroetyping and prejudice, and attraction to others.
PSYC 233C P3 Industrial and Organic Psychology
Industrial-Organizational Pschology (I-O) is concerned with applying the principles of psychology to people and behavior in the workplace. This course surveys the methods and theories involved in I-O Psychology, focusing on topics such as selection and testing, appraisal, groups, and leadership. Both schience (empirical findings) and practice (application) are emphasized.
PSYC 290 Practicum for PSYC Majors
The goals of this practicum are to aid students in: 1) Developing an appreciation of values and skills consistent with a liberal arts education in the field of psychology; and 2) applying these values and skills to develop and make progress towards personal and career goals. Students will pursue realistic Ideas about how to implement their psychological knowledge, skills, and values to formulate long-term goals and effective plans for career development and personal growth through lifelong learning. Graded S/U.
FGEN330P JR First Generation Sem
Fourth seminar in the First Generation learning sequence. Provides continuing exposure to social issues and community service projects. First Generation students only. Graded S/U. Restricted to First Generation program students.