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PSY 1000 Introductory Seminar in Psychology
1 Hours
This course is to be taken during the first year as a psychology major at Belmont University. Students who have completed a minimum of 15 hours in psychology prior to transferring to Belmont University or prior to declaring psychology as a major do not need to take this course. The seminar is designed to introduce new psychology majors to important issues in the discipline of psychology and the psychology major at Belmont, such as the scientific roots of the discipline, research and field placement opportunities for psychology majors, the fundamentals of scientific writing using APA format, the development of the psychology major portfolio, and the professional issues related to graduate school admission and job placement after graduation.
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PSY 1100 General Psychology
3 Hours
Does not count toward hours required for a PSY major or minor. An introductory course dealing with scientific methods in psychology, sensation, perception, biological foundations of behavioral principles of development, motivation, learning, abnormal behavior, inter-personal processes and other topics. Prerequisite to all other psychology courses. Students may only count PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 in the General Education Core, but not both.
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PSY 1150 Scientific Psychology
3 Hours
Corequisites: PSY 1155
Surveys the field of psychology, including methods in psychology, sensation, perception, biological foundations of behavior, development, motivation, learning, abnormal behavior, inter-personal processes and other topics. This course, along with the accompanying lab, will be a prerequisite to all other psychology courses. Students who register for PSY 1150 must also register for PSY 1155 lab. This course intended for non-psychology majors.
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PSY 1155 Scientific Psychology Lab
1 Hours
Corequisites: PSY 1150
This lab will emphasize the scientific methods of the discipline and incorporate active learning experiences. This 1 credit hour laboratory course is a co-requisite course with PSY 1150 . This course intended for non-psychology majors.
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PSY 1200 Introduction to Psychological Science
4 Hours
Does not count toward hours required for a PSY major or minor. An introductory course which surveys the field of psychology. The course emphasizes the scientific methods of the discipline and incorporates active learning experiences via the laboratory component. Prerequisite to all other psychology courses. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week. Students may only count PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 in the General Education Core, but not both. $50.00 course fee.
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PSY 1895 Special Studies
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses. Only 3 hours of a special studies may be applied toward requirements in the major or minor
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PSY 1950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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PSY 1990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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PSY 2200 Scientific Writing in Psychology
1 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1150 or PSY 1200 , and MTH 1151
Writing in psychological science is a technical activity, sim ilarto learning a foreign language. This course functions as a primer to introduce students to the form and art of scientific writing. Students will learn, through lectures and classroom writing assignments, how to formulate ideas, support those ideas with research, logically string arguments together, accurately depictthe methods and results of studies in appropriate manner, and interpret and discuss their results in context of the field. Heavy emphasis will be on practice of the different parts of writing a manuscript, with constant peer and instructor feedback on writing.
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PSY 2400 Research Methods
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 , and either MTH 1150 or MTH 1151 .
An introduction to the methods of psychological science. The topics will include the philosophy of the scientific approach, library research methods, basic research design, descriptive and inferential data analysis, writing research reports, and ethical issues in research. The laboratory component will emphasize appropriate statistical analysis and interpretation of psychological data. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
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PSY 2800 Life Span Development
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A survey of the basic principles of physical, psychological, and social development at each stage of life from conception to death.
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PSY 2895 Special Studies
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses. Only 3 hours of a special studies may be applied toward requirements in the major or minor
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PSY 2950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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PSY 2990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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PSY 3040 Death and Dying
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 or consent of instructor.
An examination of attitudes toward death, the needs of the dying person, and the process of grief, with an emphasis on strategies for helping the bereaved.
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PSY 3100 Child Development
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A study of the biological, cognitive, social, and personality changes of the individual from conception to adolescence.
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PSY 3210 Abnormal Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A study of major patterns of abnormal behavior and their description and diagnosis, interpretation, treatment, and prevention.
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PSY 3250 Cross Cultural Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 Additional recommended SOC 1010 .
This course will critically evaluate religious customs, child-rearing practices, socioeconomic characteristics, educational values, communication styles, language patterns, and mental health issues of diverse cultures from psychological and sociological perspectives. Students will also be exposed to the religious principles of several religious minorities. Several mental health and service delivery issues faced by the aforementioned ethnic minority groups will be examined.
Gen. Ed. Designation: GS (G - Global Studies).
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PSY 3350 Industrial and Organizational Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A study of human relations processes in organizational settings.
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PSY 3420 Clinical Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A survey of the field of clinical psychology, including its history, contemporary professional issues, clinical research methods, assessment, diagnosis, and intervention strategies.
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PSY 3440 Positive Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
An introduction to the scientific study of positive mental health, well being, and human flourishing.
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PSY 3470 Psychology of Adolescence
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A study of human development during the adolescent years, with emphasis on the intellectual, emotional, physical, social and moral aspects of development.
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PSY 3550 Psychology of Adulthood and Aging
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A research-based study of the interaction of physical, psychological, and social aspects of the development of persons from early adulthood through old age.
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PSY 3620 Group Dynamics
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 .
A study of the dynamics of small group interaction, with emphasis on participation in small group experiences.
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PSY 3700 Human Sexuality
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 1100 or PSY 1200 Additional recommended prerequisite: SOC 1010 .
An introduction to the study of human sexuality, with an emphasis on empirical research in the psychological, biological, and social domains.
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PSY 3895 Special Studies
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses. Only 3 hours of a special studies may be applied toward requirements in the major or minor
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PSY 3900 Practicum in Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 , and either PSY 3210 , PSY 4200 or PSY 3420 .
Students considered for the course must have their own car or access to one, be psychology majors or minors, and have completed at least 64 semester hours (with at least 15 hours completed in residence at Belmont). In addition, prospective students must fill out a course application at least one month prior to the early registration period and be approved by department faculty prior to enrolling in the course. This course is designed to give the student practical experience in work settings related to psychology. Students select a placement site of interest to them. Their work is supervised by a field supervisor at the placement site. A minimum of 100 literal clock hours at the placement site is required. Any training necessary to begin placement is not included in these hours. Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis. Only three (3) hours of practicum may be applicable to the major or minor.
Gen. Ed. Designation: EL (I - Internships, Clinicals, Practica).
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PSY 3950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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PSY 3990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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PSY 4000 Senior Capstone Seminar in Psychology
1 Hours
Prerequisites: To be taken by psychology majors during their senior year Majors should have completed a total of 24 hours in the psychology major before enrolling in this course.
This course will require students to pull together what they have learned in their previous psychology courses and demonstrate they are capable of doing what they should be able to demonstrate as a major in psychology. Students will complete their psychology major portfolios and demonstrate preparedness for applying to graduate or professional school or entry into the job market.
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PSY 4150 Health Psychology
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
An introduction to the scientific study of how psychological, biological, and environmental/socio-cultural factors affect health and illness. The course will cover the history of health psychology, research methods and major theories, and other topics including stress and health, pain, chronic illness, health beliefs, conditioned immunological responses, drug use, eating behavior, relaxation, alternative medical interventions, and illness-prone personalities. Three hours lecture and two hours lab each week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4200 Personality Psychology
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
An examination of the organization, dynamics, development, and assessment of personality, with particular reference to major theoretical systems and empirical findings. Three hours lecture, two hours lab per week $30.00.
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PSY 4210 History and Systems of Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 .
A historical study of the philosophical and scientific concepts which form the basis of contemporary psychology. The focus is on the persons who developed these concepts.
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PSY 4240 Learning and Conditioning
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
A study of the major theories and principles of learning and outstanding issues in the field. A number of laboratory activities using statistical analysis and interpretation of course content data by exploring learning principles are required. Three hours lecture, two hours lab per week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4300 Social Psychology
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
A research-oriented study of interpersonal influence; topics include communication, attitude change, affiliation and attraction, aggression, prosocial behavior, leadership, and group behavior. A number of laboratory activities using statistical analysis and interpretation of course content data by exploring social psychological principles are required. Three hours lecture, two hours lab per week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4320 Psychological Testing
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
An examination of the construction, validation, administration, and interpretation of tests designed to measure a variety of attributes including intelligence, aptitude, achievement, personality, and interests. Three hours lecture and two hours lab each week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4350 Physiological Psychology
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher); and at least one course in biological science.
A study of the structure and function of the human nervous and endocrine systems, with an emphasis on the relationships between physiological processes and behavior. A number of laboratory activities using statistical analysis and interpretation of course content data relative to physiological psychology are required. Three hours lecture and two hours lab each week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4400 Sensation and Perception
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
An introduction to the study of how sensory information is gathered and interpreted. Topics include vision, hearing, skin senses, smell, taste, attention, motivation, and the development of perception. A number of laboratory activities using statistical analysis and interpretation of course content data by exploring sensation and perception principles are required. Three hours lecture, two hours lab per week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4500 Cognitive Psychology
4 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 (C- or higher).
An introduction to the study of mental processes, including how knowledge is acquired, stored, retrieved, and applied. Topics covered will include perception, memory, imagery, language, concept formation, problem solving, reasoning, and decision making. A number of laboratory activities using statistical analysis and interpretation of course content data by exploring cognitive psychology principles are required. Three hours lecture, two hours lab per week. $30.00 course fee.
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PSY 4700 Advanced Research in Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 and any three of the following courses: PSY 4150 , PSY 4200 , PSY 4300 , PSY 4320 , PSY 4240 , PSY 4350 , 4440, PSY 4500 .
An advanced research course where students will design and carry out an individual empirical study under the direction of the course instructor. The course is designed primarily for students interested in graduate training in psychology. Students will be expected to complete an empirical study, write a formal research report, and present the results orally in a public forum.
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PSY 4895 Special Studies
1-3 Hours
Special Topics or pilot courses. Only 3 hours of a special studies may be applied toward requirements in the major or minor
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PSY 4900 Practicum in Psychology
3 Hours
Prerequisites: PSY 2400 , and either PSY 3210 , PSY 4200 or PSY 3420 .
Students considered for the course must have their own car or access to one, be psychology majors or minors, and have completed at least 64 semester hours (with at least 15 hours completed in residence at Belmont). In addition, prospective students must fill out a course application at least one month prior to the early registration period and be approved by department faculty prior to enrolling in the course. This course is designed to give the student practical experience in work settings related to psychology. Students select a placement site of interest to them. Their work is supervised by a field supervisor at the placement site. A minimum of 100 literal clock hours at the placement site is required. Any training necessary to begin placement is not included in these hours. Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis. Only three (3) hours of practicum may be applicable to the major or minor.
Gen. Ed. Designation: EL (I - Internships, Clinicals, Practica).
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PSY 4950 Studies Abroad
3-18 Hours
Study in a foreign country. Individual course titles and locations are assigned for each course taken. See Studies Abroad program for details.
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PSY 4990 Independent Studies
1-3 Hours
Courses designed with a professor for independent study purposes.
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