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Psychology Spring 2027
Undergraduate
PSYC 100: Introduction to Psychology (3 Credits)
Introduces psychology as scientific discipline. Examines concepts and methods in learning, motivation, development, personality, and measurement. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Social/Behavioral Sciences
Schedule Type: Lecture, Recitation
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
PSYC 211: Lifespan Development (3 Credits)
Overview of human development from conception to old age, focusing on physical, cognitive, social, and emotional changes influenced by biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Social/Behavioral Sciences
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture, Recitation
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
PSYC 231: Social Psychology (3 Credits)
Study of human behavior development in a social matrix, including such topics as socialization, cultural behavior, group norms, and attitude formation. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Social/Behavioral Sciences
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
PSYC 300: Statistics in Psychology (4 Credits)
Descriptive and inferential statistics in design, analysis, and interpretation of psychological research with practical application using computers in laboratory. Notes: Students are strongly encouraged to take PSYC 301 concurrently. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: 6 credits of PSYC and 3 credits of MATH course work or permission of instructor.
Recommended Corequisite: Students are strongly encouraged to take PSYC 301.
Schedule Type: Laboratory, Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
PSYC 301: Research Methods in Psychology (4 Credits)
General research design in psychology, with an emphasis on experimental design and control. Topics include use of human participants in research, reliability and validity, observational methods, and survey and longitudinal designs. Notes: Students are strongly encouraged to take PSYC 300 concurrently. Laboratory work will include designing and running research studies and writing manuscripts using appropriate style and format. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Writing Intensive in Major
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100, ENGH 302, and either PSYC 300, STAT 250, or STAT 350 or equivalent.
Schedule Type: Laboratory, Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
PSYC 304: Principles of Learning (4 Credits)
Principles of animal learning, including such topics as classical and operant conditioning, discrimination learning, and animal cognition. Notes: Laboratory projects require working with computer simulations. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Writing Intensive in Major
Recommended Prerequisite: ENGH 302 and PSYC 300 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Laboratory, Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
PSYC 309: Sensation, Perception, and Information Processing (4 Credits)
Principles of perception, including topics such as psychophysics, perceptual organization, perceptual learning, and perceptual constancies. Notes: Laboratory projects demonstrate and investigate perceptual phenomena. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Writing Intensive in Major
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 300, PSYC 301, and ENGH 302.
Schedule Type: Laboratory, Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
PSYC 312: Educational Psychology (3 Credits)
Enables students to apply psychological principles to the learning process in the classroom context. Examines the theoretical and applied aspects of learning, motivation, human development, personality, assessment, and evaluation in educational settings. Corresponding implications for effective teaching will be discussed. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
PSYC 313: Child Development (3 Credits)
Study of human psychological development from conception through middle childhood (age 12) including such topics as genetic factors, intellectual and emotional growth, and sociocultural and environmental influences. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or equivalent.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 313 - 001: Child Development — Sabine Doebel — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM MW - Art & Design Building L008
- PSYC 313 - 002: Child Development — Allison E Jack — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM TR - Innovation Hall 326
PSYC 314: Adolescent Development (3 Credits)
Overview of adolescent development (ages 12-25), focusing on biological, social, and cognitive changes across contexts (peers, social media) as applied to development of identity, intimacy, and achievement. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or equivalent.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 314 - 001: Adolescent Development — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM MW - Innovation Hall 131
- PSYC 314 - DL1: Adolescent Development — Olga Kornienko - Online
PSYC 317: Cognitive Psychology (3 Credits)
An in-depth overview of important topics in cognitive psychology, including memory, attention, pattern recognition, problem solving, reasoning, and psycholinguistics. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: Six credits of psychology or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture, Recitation
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
PSYC 320: Psychological Tests and Measurements (4 Credits)
Examination and application of principles underlying the theory, interpretation, and administration of psychological tests, including a study of tests of intelligence, achievement, and ability. This course may count for both the Applied Psychology and Experimental Psychology lab requirements or for both the Applied Psychology and Technical Writing requirements. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 300 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Laboratory, Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
3 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 320 - 2D1: Lab for Lecture DL1 - Online
- PSYC 320 - 2D2: Lab for Lecture DL1 - Online
- PSYC 320 - DL1: Psyc Tests and Measurement - Online
PSYC 321: Clinical Psychology (3 Credits)
Examines evidence-based psychological assessment and psychotherapy techniques to understand, prevent, and treat psychological distress and dysfunction and promote well-being. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 325 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 321 - DL1: Clinical Psychology - Online
- PSYC 321 - DL2: Clinical Psychology - Online
PSYC 324: Personality Theory (3 Credits)
Introduction to classical and contemporary theories of personality, and comparative evaluation of major theories in terms of relevant studies. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 324 - DL1: Personality Theory - Online
PSYC 325: Psychopathology (3 Credits)
Study of mental health and psychological disorders, including depression, anxiety, childhood disorders, stress and trauma-related disorders, serious mental illness, and others. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 and either PSYC 211, 231, or 324 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
PSYC 326: Therapeutic Communication Skills (3 Credits)
Introduction to understanding and use of basic therapeutic communication skills used in clinical and counseling psychology. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 325
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
3 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 326 - DL2: Therapeutic Communicat Skills — Jerry L. Mize — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM TR - Online
- PSYC 326 - DL3: Therapeutic Communicat Skills — Natasha A Tonge - Online
- PSYC 326 - 002: Therapeutic Communicat Skills — Mary Curby — 07:20 PM to 08:35 PM M - Innovation Hall 336 - Hybrid
PSYC 327: Psychology in the Community (3 Credits)
Individual placements in applied psychology settings. Notes: A maximum of 6 credits of PSYC 327, 328, 421, and 422 can be applied to the psychology major. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC major with 6 hours of PSYC and permission of associate chair for undergraduate studies.
Schedule Type: Internship
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 327 - DL1: Psychology in the Community — Michael E Hurley — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM R - Online
PSYC 328: Psychology in the Community Laboratory (1 Credit)
Consists of a one-hour service learning component linked to selected psychology courses. Note: A maximum of 6 credits of PSYC 327 and 328 can be applied to the psychology major. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC major with 6 hours of PSYC and permission of instructor and associate chair for undergraduate studies.
Schedule Type: Internship
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 328 - DL1: Psychology in the Community — Michael E Hurley — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM R - Online
PSYC 333: Psychology in the Workplace (3 Credits)
This course reviews evidence-based approaches for promoting effective, satisfying, and just workplaces. Emphasis is placed on best practices for hiring, evaluating, training, motivating, leading, and retaining employees. This course surveys the field of Industrial-Organizational Psychology and will benefit students interested in understanding the workplace and navigating it effectively and equitably. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Social/Behavioral Sciences
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 333 - 001: Psychology in the Workplace — Yijue Liang — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM MW - Art & Design Building L008
- PSYC 333 - DL1: Psychology in the Workplace - Online
PSYC 335: Psychology of Creativity and Innovation (3 Credits)
Creativity and innovation take place in many domains such business, science and the arts. Learn the distinction between creativity and innovation. Apply findings from the scientific literature about the antecedents of creativity and innovation including emotions, cognition, individual differences, and social contexts. Experiment with ways to enhance your creativity and skills for innovation. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
PSYC 340: Human Factors Psychology (3 Credits)
Reviews history and current practice of optimal product and system design as a function of psychology. Includes a brief history of human factors psychology, a review of human memory and attentional systems as they relate to product and system design, and an introduction to current methods used to analyze and redesign products and systems for optimal human interaction. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
PSYC 351: Introduction to Health Psychology (3 Credits)
Examines psychological and behavioral processes in health, illness, and healthcare including research findings, methods, theories, and evidence-based practices. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 351 - 001: Intro to Health Psychology — Jerome Short — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM W - Innovation Hall - Hybrid
PSYC 362: Psychology of Gender (3 Credits)
Behavior and attitudes of women; influence of chromosomes and hormones on behavior, influence of culture on sex role differentiation, and theories of sex role development. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100, BIOL 103, or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 362 - DL1: Psychology of Gender - Online
PSYC 372: Biopsychology (3 Credits)
Survey of neuroscience, including basic neuroanatomy, neural and synaptic transmission, neural mechanisms underlying normal and abnormal behavior, and biological mechanisms of drug action. Students may earn credit for PSYC 372 and either PSYC 375 or PSYC 376, but they may not earn credit for all three. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100, BIOL 103 with BIOL 106 & BIOL 107; or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
PSYC 373: Biopsychology Laboratory (2 Credits)
Functional anatomy and physiology of the brain, including dissection of brain and eye, and a demonstration and practice in research methods for studying physiological mechanisms underlying behavior. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 372 or 375, or permission of instructor. Concurrent enrollment is also permitted.
Schedule Type: Laboratory
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
PSYC 375: Brain and Sensory Processes (3 Credits)
First half of comprehensive survey of neuroscience, including basic neuroanatomy, neural and synaptic transmission, neural mechanisms underlying normal and abnormal behavior, and biological mechanisms of drug action. Notes: Students may earn credit for 372 and either 375 or 376, but they may not earn credit for all three. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 with a grade of C- or better, and BIOL 103, BIOL 106 & 107, or BIOL 213; or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 375 - DL1: Brain and Sensory Processes — Craig McDonald - Online
- PSYC 375 - DL2: Brain and Sensory Processes — Elizabeth Phillips - Online
PSYC 376: Brain and Behavior (3 Credits)
Second half of a comprehensive survey of neuroscience, including neural mechanisms underlying normal and abnormal behavior. Notes: Students may earn credit for 372 and either 375 or 376, but they may not earn credit for all three. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Registration Restrictions:
Required Prerequisites: PSYC 372C, 372XS, 375C, 375XS, L372 or L375.
C Requires minimum grade of C.
XS Requires minimum grade of XS.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 376 - 001: Brain and Behavior — 03:00 PM to 04:15 PM TR - Music Theater Building 1006
- PSYC 376 - DL1: Brain and Behavior - Online
PSYC 379: Applied Cross-Cultural Psychology (3 Credits)
A review of important landmarks in cross-cultural research, showing how this research impacts psychology as a discipline. Emphasizes an empirical approach to cross-cultural study and includes topics such as theoretical and empirical developments in cross-cultural psychology, development of coherent schemas to guide cross-cultural research and interventions, comparison of psychology's goals and assumptions in Western and other cultures, and integration of course materials into educational and career goals of students. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 379 - DL1: Applied Cross-Cultur Psy — Erin Quinlivan Murdoch - Online
PSYC 380: Introduction to Forensic Psychology (3 Credits)
Explores the differing, yet varied facets of the field of forensic psychology including landmark legal cases relevant to psychology, potential careers in forensic psychology, police psychology, expert testimony, forensic psychological assessment, psychopathy, homeland security, ethics, correctional psychology, and issues in working in the juvenile justice system. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 380 - DL1: Intro Forensic Psychology — Sybil Smith-Gray - Online
- PSYC 380 - DL2: Intro Forensic Psychology — Sybil Smith-Gray - Online
PSYC 381: Mental Illness and Criminal Justice (3 Credits)
Examines the frequent intersection of individuals diagnosed with severe mental illness and the criminal justice system. Includes case studies that demonstrate possible judicial, therapeutic, correctional, and post-adjudication outcomes. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 325.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 381 - 001: Mental Illness/Criminal Justic — Justin Ramsdell — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM TR - Enterprise Hall 80
- PSYC 381 - DL1: Mental Illness/Criminal Justic - Online
PSYC 382: Psychology of Crime Victims (3 Credits)
Explores short-term and long-term psychological effects of crime on victims through interviews with survivors of childhood abduction, elder abuse, intimate partner violence, and child abuse, among others. Evaluates roles and responsibilities of mental professionals and law enforcement when interacting with crime victims. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 382 - 001: Psychology of Crime Victims — Justin Ramsdell — 09:00 AM to 10:15 AM TR - Planetary Hall 131
- PSYC 382 - DL1: Psychology of Crime Victims - Online
PSYC 393: Qualified Mental Health Professional Trainee Fundamentals (3 Credits)
Provides foundational competencies in mental health service tailored to prepare for working in mental health settings. Students will develop foundational competencies in ethics and confidentiality, cultural sensitivity, documentation and record keeping, and multiple relationships. Emphasis is placed on case examples, professional standards, and readiness for supervised fieldwork in community and clinical settings. This course provides comprehensive preparation for individuals seeking registration as Qualified Mental Health Professional Trainee (QMHP - T). Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 325
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 393 - DL1: QMHP-T Trainee Fundamentals — Robyn Mehlenbeck — 09:30 AM to 10:45 AM MW - Online
PSYC 399: Psychology: College to Career (3 Credits)
Emphasizes development and readiness for a profession in the social sciences through self-assessment and professional skill acquisition. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: At least 30 hours of completed college coursework and a declared major in the social sciences or permission of the instructor.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
3 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 399 - DL1: Psychology: College to Career — Alison Heinhold Melley - Online
- PSYC 399 - DL2: Psychology: College to Career — Erin Quinlivan Murdoch - Online
- PSYC 399 - DL3: Psychology: College to Career — Michael E Hurley - Online
PSYC 405: Mystery, Madness, and Murder (3 Credits)
Multidisciplinary approach to taboo topics that fascinate and frighten us. Instructors from disciplines across the arts and sciences bring expertise and diverse perspectives to provocative issues such as cannibalism and serial murder. Students learn to think critically and objectively while examining use in myth, literature, and popular culture. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Mason Apex, Synthesis
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
PSYC 412: Supporting Our Community: Emotional Support Line Training & Practicum (0-3 Credits)
This online course will provide undergraduate students with the opportunity to learn basic therapeutic skills through intensive instruction and supervision, and support either the English or Spanish-speaking community through the GMU Center for Community Mental Health emotional support lines. Students will learn how to build rapport, assess the varied needs of individuals in distress and provide appropriate emotional support. Students will apply skills learned in the course by answering the calls of English or Spanish-speaking callers in need of assistance. The CCMH emotional support lines are open 12 hours/day, 7 days/week. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Psychology.
Schedule Type: Fieldwork
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 412 - DL1: Emotional Support Line — Sasha Jessica Hofman — 02:00 PM to 03:15 PM TR - Online
PSYC 414: Behavior Disorders of Childhood (3 Credits)
Review of the theories, methods, and research dealing with emotional and behavioral disorders of children. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 313 and 325 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
PSYC 418: Death, Dying, and Grieving (3 Credits)
Advanced survey of processes of grieving and their relationship to death and dying. Topics include ways of dying, effects of death on loved ones, and care for the terminally ill. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts. Equivalent to PSYC 518.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
PSYC 427: Community Engagement for Social Change (3 Credits)
Explores social problems and interpersonal, intrapersonal, and social aspects of addressing them. Addresses both theoretical aspects of social problems through readings and class discussion and application through community service. This course may count for both Applied Psychology and Professional Development requirements. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Mason Apex, Synthesis
Specialized Designation: Mason Impact.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 427 - 001: Community Engagement — Lauren B Cattaneo — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM TR - Angel Cabrera Global Center 1320C
PSYC 430: Internship in Psychology (0-3 Credits)
Application of classroom learning to a psychological setting in the community. Notes: Before enrolling, students must have a plan approved by the instructor. Seminars are held several times during the semester for discussion and additional learning objectives. This course may count towards concentration/minor listed in the course section title. Minimum of 45 hours of on-the-job work time required for each credit. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 12 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Schedule Type: Internship
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 430 - 001: Clinical Psyc Internship — Abril Amparo King — 05:00 PM to 06:15 PM R - Online
- PSYC 430 - DL2: Clinical Psychology Internship — Jerome Short — 09:00 AM to 11:40 AM F - Online
PSYC 435: Personnel Training and Development: A Psychological Perspective (3 Credits)
Overview and critique of training methods used in industry from viewpoint of psychological theory, including simulations, on-the-job training, supervisory/leadership skills training, computer-assisted instruction, and programmed texts. Principles of needs analysis, program development, and program evaluation are discussed within framework of industrial psychology. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 333, PSYC 320 (may be taken concurrently) or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
PSYC 440: Forensic Psychology: Science and Pseudoscience (3 Credits)
Provides a critical, evidenced-based, examination of common psychological practices and constructs in the field of forensic psychology including psychological assessments, expert testimony, risk assessment, hypnosis, criminal profiling, polygraph examination, and methods of interrogation. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 440 - DL1: Forensic Psyc Scienc/Pseudosci — Sybil Smith-Gray - Online
PSYC 441: Criminal Behavior: Psychological and Neurological Aspects (3 Credits)
Considers the psychological factors and structural and functional neurological differences that influence criminal behaviors including murder, sexual assault, fraud, intimate partner violence, and arson. The predictive and explanatory abilities of neuroimaging with respect to the criminal acts in question, as well as the role of neuroimaging in the judicial system, will also be explored. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 441 - 001: Criminal Behavior Psycho/Neuro — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM TR - Music Theater Building 1005
PSYC 461: Special Topics (0-3 Credits)
Selected topics reflecting interest in specialized areas. Notes: Topic announced in advance. May be repeated when topic is different. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the term.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
4 Sections Currently Scheduled »
- PSYC 461 - 001: Behavioral Chemistry — Theodore Constantine Dumas — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM MW - Research Hall 201
- PSYC 461 - 002: Peak Performance — Patrick E McKnight — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM TR - Innovation Hall 333
- PSYC 461 - 003: Peak Performance — Patrick E McKnight — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM TR - Innovation Hall 131
- PSYC 461 - DL6: Yth Mntl Hlth Corps Practicum — Lucy McClellan — 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM MW - Online
PSYC 466: Psychology of Intimate Relationships (3 Credits)
Advanced survey of theories and research related to intimate relationships, including romantic relations and those among family members and friends in diverse cultural and relationship contexts. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100 and PSYC 231; PSYC 324 recommended.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
PSYC 467: The Psychology of Working in Groups and Teams (3 Credits)
Teaches knowledge and the skills to meet communication, interpersonal, and task-related challenges that arise when functioning in work teams. Through readings, classroom activities, and applied problem-solving exercises, students acquire or refine team-related competencies. Students study theory of group and team processes while gaining insight from feedback on their behavior in exercises to become more effective team members. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: 60 credit hours, including PSYC 100, or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
PSYC 490: Psychology Honors I (3 Credits)
Review of topics and issues in psychology, including historical overview, theory and supporting data, and influences on behavior. Notes: Topics vary. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Specialized Designation: Mason Impact.
Recommended Prerequisite: Admission to psychology department Honors program.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 490 - 001: Psychology Honors I — Jennifer Brielmaier — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM TR - Planetary Hall 126
PSYC 492: RS: Psychology Honors III (3 Credits)
Completion of final honors project or thesis. Students must complete project or thesis, and present oral defense to committee and poster to class. Students also expected to prepare proposal to present project or thesis at regional or national conference, or prepare manuscript for publication in appropriate journal. Offered by Psychology. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Mason Apex, Capstone, Synthesis
Specialized Designation: Research/Scholarship Intensive
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 491 and approval of final honors project for thesis.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 492 - 001: RS: Psychology Honors III — Jennifer Brielmaier — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM F - Krug Hall - Hybrid
PSYC 461: Special Topics (0-3 Credits)
Selected topics reflecting interest in specialized areas. Notes: Topic announced in advance. May be repeated when topic is different. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the term.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
4 Sections Currently Scheduled »
- PSYC 461 - 001: Behavioral Chemistry — Theodore Constantine Dumas — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM MW - Research Hall 201
- PSYC 461 - 002: Peak Performance — Patrick E McKnight — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM TR - Innovation Hall 333
- PSYC 461 - 003: Peak Performance — Patrick E McKnight — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM TR - Innovation Hall 131
- PSYC 461 - DL6: Yth Mntl Hlth Corps Practicum — Lucy McClellan — 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM MW - Online
Graduate
PSYC 518: Death, Dying, and Grieving (3 Credits)
Advanced survey of processes of grieving and their relationship to death and dying. Topics include ways of dying, effects of death on loved ones, and care for the terminally ill. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit. Equivalent to PSYC 418.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 100
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
PSYC 531: Mammalian Neurobiology (3 Credits)
Functional anatomy of brains of mammals, with emphasis on regional and systems neuroanatomy of humans. Anatomy correlated with material from clinical neurology where possible. Laboratory component includes brain dissections and clinical correlations. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit. Equivalent to BIOL 516.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Laboratory, Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 531 - 001: Mammalian Neurobiology — Martin Wiener — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM TR - Aquia Building 219
PSYC 559: Behavioral Chemistry (3 Credits)
Neurochemistry and neuroendocrinology, including neurotransmitter synthesis, genetic aspects of neural functioning, mechanisms of action of neurotransmitters and second messenger systems, regulation of neuroendocrine systems, neuroendocrine effects on behavior, and neuroimmunology. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 372, or 375 and 376; or permission of instructor.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 559 - 001: Behavioral Chemistry — Theodore Constantine Dumas — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM MW - Research Hall 201
PSYC 563: Laboratory Methods in Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience (3 Credits)
Specialized instruction on a variety of laboratory methods that could include EEG (event related potentials and oscillations), brain stimulation (eg., tDCS, TMS), histological, genetic, electrophysiological, and/or behavioral techniques, depending on the instructor/semester. Specific topic will vary from section to section. May be repeated for credit as long as it is a different section/topic. Upper level undergraduate students may register with permission of instructor. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Laboratory, Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 563 - 001: Network Neuroscience — James C Thompson — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM TR - Research Hall 201
PSYC 592: Special Topics (1-6 Credits)
Special topics reflecting interests in specialized areas. Notes: Topic announced in advance. May be repeated when topic is different. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 592 - 001: Big Data & Machine Lrng for IO — Philseok Lee — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM MW - Innovation Hall 317
- PSYC 592 - DL1: IO Learning Series — Seth Kaplan — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM T - Online
PSYC 626: Organizational Change and Development (3 Credits)
Covers principles and strategies for facilitating effective organizational change and growth. Topics include principles of organizational growth, organizational diagnosis, the design of effective organizational interventions, leading and managing organizational change, and strategies for evaluating and calibrating organizational change. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Graduate.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 626 - 002: Org Change & Development — Seth Kaplan — 10:30 AM to 01:10 PM R - Nguyen Engineering Building 1110
- PSYC 626 - 001: Org Change & Development — Seth Kaplan — 10:30 AM to 01:10 PM T - Nguyen Engineering Building 1110
PSYC 631: Industrial and Personnel Testing and Evaluation (3 Credits)
Study of administration, scoring, and interpretation of standard tests used by industry for selection and assessment of personnel. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 300 and 320.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.
Enrollment limited to students in the LA-MA-PSYC or LA-PHD-PSYC programs.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 631 - 001: Indus and Pers Test/Eval — Reeshad S. Dalal — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM R - Innovation Hall 209
PSYC 643: General Linear Modeling II (4 Credits)
Second of a two-course sequence serving to introduce psychology graduate students to statistics, research methodology, research design, and measurement from the vantage point of the general linear model. Furthers knowledge in the General Linear Model to allow students to evaluate assumptions, deal with group comparisons, work with repeated measures, and address moderation and mediation. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit. Equivalent to PSYC 652, PSYC 754.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 642 or equivalent
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Laboratory, Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Special scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Special scale.
PSYC 644: Methods for Social Research (3 Credits)
Examines issues in basic and applied social science methodology including internal validity, causal generalization, and construct validity. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 644 - 002: Methods for Social Research — Olga Kornienko — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM MW - Research Hall 201
- PSYC 644 - 003: Methods for Social Research — Lauren E. Kuykendall
PSYC 645: Research Methods in Human Factors and Applied Cognition (3 Credits)
Hands-on approach to selected current or classical human factors/applied cognition research methods; exact methods announced in advance. Potential methods include cognitive task analysis, usability evaluation methods, critical incident analysis, reliability analysis, workload measures, verbal protocol analysis, and engineering models of human performance. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 530 and 611.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 645 - 002: Rsch Meth:Hm Fact/Apl Cg — Gerald Matthews — 01:30 PM to 04:10 PM T - David J. King Hall 2073A
PSYC 646: Longitudinal Data Analysis (3 Credits)
Examines techniques for measuring developmental change across lifespan. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 642
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 646 - 001: Longitudinal Data Analysis — Timothy W Curby — 09:00 AM to 10:15 AM TR - Innovation Hall 317
PSYC 669: Social and Emotional Development (3 Credits)
Surveys theory and research relevant to development of social relationships, emotional expressiveness and regulation, aggressive and altruistic behaviors, sex roles, and morality. Emphasizes influences on such development, including parents, other adults, peers, siblings, and broader culture. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit.
Recommended Prerequisite: Six hours of developmental psychology or permission of instructor.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 669 - 001: Social/Emotional Develop — Thalia R Goldstein — 03:00 PM to 04:15 PM TR - Innovation Hall 316
PSYC 685: Cognitive Neuroscience (3 Credits)
Provides an overview of the neural basis of human mental functions. Uses neuroimaging (PET, fMRI, ERPs, TMS, etc.), computational, and information-processing methods to examine functions such as attention, memory, language, emotion, and decision making. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Psychology.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 685 - 001: Cognitive Neuroscience — James C Thompson — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM T - Peterson Hall 2408
PSYC 734: Seminar in Human Factors and Applied Cognition (3 Credits)
Emphasizes current research and application of human factors, ergonomics, applied cognition, and applied perception. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: Six graduate credits in Human Factors and Applied Cognition or permission of instructor.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 734 - 001: Python for Psych — Matthew S. Peterson — 01:30 PM to 04:10 PM R - David J. King Hall 2073A
PSYC 737: Psychology of Human-Technology Interaction (3 Credits)
Emphasizes current research and development in human-computer interaction, cognitive systems engineering, cognitive ergonomics, and cognitive engineering. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: 6 graduate credits in human factors and applied cognition or permission of instructor.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Non-Degree level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 737 - 001: Human-Tech Interactaction — Eileen Roesler — 10:30 AM to 01:10 PM T - Innovation Hall 319
PSYC 739: Seminar in Industrial/Organizational Psychology (3 Credits)
Rotating topics such as leadership theories and management development, and performance appraisal. Notes: Topics announced in advance. May be repeated when topic is different. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 12 credits.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 333 and 636, or permission of instructor.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students in the LA-MA-PSYC or LA-PHD-PSYC programs.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 739 - 001: Leadership — Nastassia Savage — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM MW - Research Hall 201
PSYC 780: Applied Developmental Psychology (3 Credits)
Examines how developmental theory, knowledge base, and methodology can be used to promote health and welfare of individuals across lifespan. Topics include contemporary social issues and child development, research in applied settings, developmental assessment and intervention, and program evaluation. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 704 or 3 credits of other graduate developmental psychology courses and permission of instructor.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 780 - 001: Applied Dev Psychology — Adam Winsler — 09:00 AM to 10:15 AM MW - Research Hall 201
PSYC 792: Psychology Practicum (1-6 Credits)
Supervised experience working in applied, school, or agency settings. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.
Recommended Prerequisite: Admission to psychology graduate program.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Internship
Grading:
This course is graded on the Satisfactory/No Credit scale.
This course is graded on the Satisfactory/No Credit scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 792 - 003: Psychology Practicum — Danielle Dufresne
PSYC 811: Psychological Assessment II (4 Credits)
Second of required two-course sequence that provides comprehensive coverage of principles, strategies, and techniques of psychological assessment. Emphasizes empirically supported methods. Notes: Open to clinical psychology PhD students, or other students with permission of instructor. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit.
Recommended Prerequisite: PSYC 810.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Psychology.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Schedule Type: Laboratory, Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 811 - 001: Psychological Assessment II — Camelia Harb — 01:30 PM to 04:10 PM M
- PSYC 811 - 201: Lab for Lecture 001 — 01:30 PM to 03:00 PM W
PSYC 813: Supervision, Consultation, and Interprofessional Skills (3 Credits)
Offers advanced graduate students in health service psychology a foundation in supervision, consultation, and interprofessional/interdisciplinary knowledge and skills. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy or Graduate.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 813 - 001: Supervision, Consult & Skills — Amanda L Sanchez
PSYC 850: Teaching Practicum in Psychology (2 Credits)
Workshop in effective teaching of selected undergraduate psychology courses. Required of and designed to guide graduate teaching assistants assigned to teach undergraduate course (not a lab) for first time. Topics include course planning, syllabus development, lecture resources, effective lecturing skills, use of audio visuals, leading of classroom discussion, construction and grading of exams, student writing, instructional technology, and handling of student questions and problems. Individual critiques of teaching. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Psychology.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Special scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Special scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 850 - 001: Teaching Practicum in Psyc — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM W - Innovation Hall 139 - Hybrid
PSYC 861: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Youth (3 Credits)
Teaches the selection, evaluation, and application of empirically supported interventions for children and adolescents with a focus on cognitive-behavioral interventions. Instruction in evidence based assessments, cognitive-behavioral case conceptualization, outcome evaluation, and consultation. Supervision of cognitive-behavioral therapy with youth. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Satisfactory/No Credit scale.
This course is graded on the Satisfactory/No Credit scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 861 - 001: Cognitive Behav Therapy Youth — Christianne Esposito-Smythers — 11:00 AM to 01:40 PM T
PSYC 862: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adults (3 Credits)
Teaches the principles of cognitive-behavioral theory, conceptualization and psychotherapy techniques for psychological problems with adults. Supervision of cognitive-behavioral therapy with adults. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Satisfactory/No Credit scale.
This course is graded on the Satisfactory/No Credit scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 862 - 001: Cognitive Behav Therapy Adults — Camelia Harb — Natasha A Tonge — 12:00 PM to 02:40 PM R
PSYC 864: Foundations of Evidence-Based Psychotherapy (3 Credits)
This course is designed to begin preparing you as a professional therapist by providing you with a full introduction to key theoretical and evidence-based foundations of therapy. We will review the basic theories underlying different therapeutic orientations, as well as the literature on evidence-based therapeutic practice, including common factors of effective therapy and specific techniques that have been shown to be effective with a range of conditions. We will also explore how therapist and client identity can interact in therapy, and how to effectively broach sensitive issues (e.g., sexual history and preferences, substance use, experiences of racism and oppression) with clients. This course will utilize several modes of learning, including readings, lecture, discussion, personal reflections, example video/audio recordings, homework, and role plays. Offered by Psychology. May not be repeated for credit.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy or Graduate.
Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 864 - 001: Found. Ev Based Psychotherapy — Camelia Harb — 09:30 AM to 12:10 PM M
PSYC 881: Practicum in Clinical Psychology (1-3 Credits)
Supervised clinical work in a professional psychological services setting. Usually includes practice in psychological assessment and clinical interventions, but can also include supervision, consultation, and program evaluation. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 21 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: Admission to doctoral concentration in clinical psychology and permission of director.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Psychology.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Special scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Special scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 881 - 001: Practicum in Clinical Psych — Kevin Christopher Young — Jack Baker
PSYC 885: Clinical Externship (0 Credits)
Individual placements in psychological assessment or psychotherapy service settings. Notes: Open only to clinical psychology PhD students in the third year or more of training. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the degree.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Psychology.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Schedule Type: Internship
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Special scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Special scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 885 - 001: Clinical Externship — Jerome Short
PSYC 890: Seminar in Professional Psychology (1-3 Credits)
Each section limited to students in one concentration of MA or PhD program. See area coordinator for requirements for section in each track. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 3 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: Student in psychology.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Satisfactory/No Credit scale.
This course is graded on the Satisfactory/No Credit scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 890 - 001: Applied Developmental Prosem — Adam Winsler — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM W - Buchanan Hall D003
PSYC 892: Special Topics in Psychology (1-6 Credits)
Selected topics reflecting specialized areas in psychology. Notes: Open only to PhD students. Content varies. May be repeated when topic is different. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 17 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 892 - 001: Big Data & Maching Lrng for IO — Philseok Lee — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM MW - Innovation Hall 317
- PSYC 892 - DL1: IO Learning Series — Seth Kaplan — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM T - Online
PSYC 592: Special Topics (1-6 Credits)
Special topics reflecting interests in specialized areas. Notes: Topic announced in advance. May be repeated when topic is different. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 592 - 001: Big Data & Machine Lrng for IO — Philseok Lee — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM MW - Innovation Hall 317
- PSYC 592 - DL1: IO Learning Series — Seth Kaplan — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM T - Online
PSYC 734: Seminar in Human Factors and Applied Cognition (3 Credits)
Emphasizes current research and application of human factors, ergonomics, applied cognition, and applied perception. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: Six graduate credits in Human Factors and Applied Cognition or permission of instructor.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Post-Baccalaureate or Non-Degree Undergraduate degrees may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 734 - 001: Python for Psych — Matthew S. Peterson — 01:30 PM to 04:10 PM R - David J. King Hall 2073A
PSYC 737: Psychology of Human-Technology Interaction (3 Credits)
Emphasizes current research and development in human-computer interaction, cognitive systems engineering, cognitive ergonomics, and cognitive engineering. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: 6 graduate credits in human factors and applied cognition or permission of instructor.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Non-Degree level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 737 - 001: Human-Tech Interactaction — Eileen Roesler — 10:30 AM to 01:10 PM T - Innovation Hall 319
PSYC 892: Special Topics in Psychology (1-6 Credits)
Selected topics reflecting specialized areas in psychology. Notes: Open only to PhD students. Content varies. May be repeated when topic is different. Offered by Psychology. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 17 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to Graduate level students.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- PSYC 892 - 001: Big Data & Maching Lrng for IO — Philseok Lee — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM MW - Innovation Hall 317
- PSYC 892 - DL1: IO Learning Series — Seth Kaplan — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM T - Online