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PSCI 482 - Internship Units: 3
Field observation; placement in a public or private nonprofit agency.
Division: Upper Division
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: Instructor Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Academic internship course: Yes
Weekly: Tutorial hrs TBD
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PSCI 485 - Capstone Seminar in Politics Units: 4
Seminar topic varies each semester. Format emphasizes critical analysis, class presentations, and a substantial research paper. Integration of concepts and skills from previous courses in the major.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSCI 220 , PSCI 230 , PSCI 240 , PSCI 295 .
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs. Tutorial hrs TBD
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PSCI 491 - Mentoring Units: 1-4
Advanced majors gain experience as teaching assistants working with a diverse body of students.
Division: Upper Division
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: Instructor Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Zero cost course materials: Zero Cost Course Materials
Weekly: Supervision hrs TBD
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PSCI 495 - Field Research Units: 1-4
Field investigation of current phenomena, including issues and political behavior.
Division: Upper Division
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Zero cost course materials: Zero Cost Course Materials
Weekly: Seminar hrs TBD
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PSCI 499 - Directed Study Units: 1-4
Selected problems. Open to advanced students with Instructor Approval.
Division: Upper Division
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Zero cost course materials: Zero Cost Course Materials
Weekly: Supervision hrs TBD
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PSCI 680 - Special Topics Units: 3
Intensive study of selected ideas, movements, policy, or institutions.
Division: Graduate
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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PSCI 690 - Master’s Thesis Units: 1-6
For approved candidates for MA in social science wishing to pursue study in political science.
Division: Graduate
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: Department Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Supervision hrs TBD
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PSCI 695 - Field Research Units: 1-3
Field investigation of current phenomena, including issues and political behavior.
Division: Graduate
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Supervision hrs TBD
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PSCI 699 - Independent Study Units: 1-4
Selected problems. Open to grad students with Instructor Approval.
Division: Graduate
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Supervision hrs TBD
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PSYC 100 - Psychology of Critical Thinking Units: 3
Examines logical errors and cognitive distortions; analysis of argument and persuasion techniques; how to evaluate the reliability of information sources; development of critical thinking and scientific reasoning regarding human behavior.
Division: Lower Division
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
General Education: GE A3: Critical Thinking
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 104 - Introduction to Psychology Units: 3
Overview of core content such as neuroscience, learning, human development, research methods, psychological disorders/treatments, social influences on behavior. Participation in research studies required. Prerequisite for all other PSYC courses.
Division: Lower Division
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
General Education: GE D: Social Sciences
Weekly: Lecture 2 hrs. Seminar 1 hr.
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PSYC 236 - Choices & Changes in Sexuality Units: 1
Influences on students’ developing sexuality: development of gender identity, sexual orientation, body image, relationship negotiation, and preventing undesired physical and psychological consequences of sexual activity.
Division: Lower Division
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 1 hr.
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PSYC 240 - Understanding Research Methods in Psychology Units: 3
This course provides an overview of research methods (descriptive, correlational, experimental) used in psychology, and focuses on increasing student understanding of published research. APA style for writing papers ins presented.
Division: Lower Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 104 with a grade of C- or higher.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 241 - Introduction to Psychological
Statistics Units: 4
Descriptive/inferential methods for analyzing data. Descriptive statistics; normal distributions; elementary probability; bivariate correlation and regression; hypothesis testing for comparing independent and paired groups. Labs: computer statistical programs; problem solving.
Division: Lower Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: Math placement in category I, II or III.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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PSYC 242 - Introduction to Psychological Research
Design & Methodology Units: 4
Hypothesis development, data gathering, ethics, interpretation of findings. Department recommends taking this before upper division PSYC courses.
Division: Lower Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 104 with a C- or higher and (PSYC 241 or STAT 108 or STAT 108I or STAT 109 ) and (ENGL 103 or ENGL 104 or ENGL 104S )
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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PSYC 300 - Psychology of Gender Units: 3
Explorations of research and theory regarding biological, individual, social, and cultural influences on the development and expression of gender, gender roles, and identity; also examines power and privilege.
Division: Upper Division
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
General Education: GE UD Area D: Social Sciences
All University Requirements: DCG: Domestic
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 302 - Psychology of Prejudice Units: 3
How it is expressed, its causes, consequences, and approaches for reducing it. Multicultural and diversity issues.
Division: Upper Division
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
General Education: GE UD Area D: Social Sciences
All University Requirements: DCG: Domestic
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 303 - Family Relations in Contemporary Society Units: 3
Psychological aspects. Dating, love; parent/child and couple relations; causes/effects of divorce; solutions to family difficulties.
Division: Upper Division
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
General Education: GE UD Area D: Social Sciences
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 304 - Business Psychology Units: 3
Cross-listed with: BA 304
Critically examines the psychological foundation of business by looking at how business agents think, feel and act in various situations and how managers make decisions.
Division: Upper Division
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
General Education: GE UD Area D: Social Sciences
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 306 - Health Psychology Units: 3
Examines the biological, social, cultural, and psychological factors (and their interactions) that contribute to health and wellness. Also examines evidence-based interventions for health promotion and behavior change.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: junior standing or higher.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
General Education: GE UD Area D: Social Sciences
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 311 - Human Development Units: 3
Overview of developmental changes across the human life span: conception through adulthood. Relevant psychological theories, research literature.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 240 (C) or PSYC 242 (C).
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Zero cost course materials: Zero Cost Course Materials
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 311D - Human Development Discussion Units: 2
Overview of developmental changes across the human life span: conception through adulthood. Relevant psychological theories, research literature.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 242 with a grade of C- or higher and PSYC 311 (C).
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 2 hrs.
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PSYC 320 - Behavior Analysis Units: 4
Experimental and applied analysis of behavior, behavior change processes, and practical applications in behavior modification and therapy. Structured observations and analysis of animal and human behavior.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 240 (C) or PSYC 242 (C).
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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PSYC 321 - Intro Behavioral Neuroscience Units: 3
How brain, spinal cord, peripheral nervous system, hormones, and genetics affect behavior. Biochemistry, neuroanatomy, and neurophysiology information supplied in class, so specific background in these subjects not required.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 104 with a grade of C- or higher.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 322 - Learning & Motivation Units: 3
Principles, concepts, and theoretical issues: reinforcement, extinction, punishment, transfer of training.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 240 (C) or PSYC 242 (C).
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 323 - Sensation & Perception Units: 3
Role of senses in acquiring information. Integrating sensory processes to form perceptual representations of the environment.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 240 (C) or PSYC 242 (C).
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 324 - Cognitive Psychology Units: 3
Acquisition, organization, use of knowledge. Attention, memory, problem solving, decision making, language, consciousness.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 240 (C) or PSYC 242 (C).
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 324D - Cognitive Psychology Discussion Units: 2
Acquisition, organization, use of knowledge. Attention, memory, problem solving, decision making, language, consciousness. Participatory experience with research methods, apparatus, and empirical issues.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 242 , PSYC 324 (C).
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 2 hrs.
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PSYC 325 - Advanced Behavioral Neuroscience Units: 4
Cross-listed with: ZOOL 325
Principles of behavioral neuroscience are reviewed, and then selected topics are covered in detail through lectures and reading original research articles. Required labs provide hands-on experience.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: (PSYC 242 and PSYC 321 ) or BIOL 350 or ZOOL 310 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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PSYC 335 - Social Psychology Units: 3
Examines how people’s cognitions, attitudes, and behaviors are influenced by the actual, imagined, or implied presence of others; focus on group processes, intergroup relations, culture, and socialization.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 240 or PSYC 242 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 335D - Social Psychology Discussion Units: 2
Supplemental course for social psychology which explores social psychological literature in more depth; focuses on survey and research design and presentation of empirical findings.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 242 (C) and PSYC 335 (C).
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Zero cost course materials: Zero Cost Course Materials
Weekly: Lecture 2 hrs.
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PSYC 336 - Social Influence & Persuasion Units: 3
Examines the processes involved in social change, conversion and true persuasion, and compliance, by focusing on the role of both the collective and the individual; exploration of theories and research.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 104 with a grade of C- or higher.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 337 - Personality Theory & Research Units: 3
Psychoanalysis, behaviorism, humanistic psychology. Research implications, practical application, critical evaluation.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 240 or PSYC 242 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 337D - Personality Theory & Research Discussion Units: 2
Students discuss findings and theories of personality psychology, as well as design and present their own research projects in this area. In-depth focus on approaches to research in personality.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 242 and PSYC 337 (C).
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 2 hrs.
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PSYC 345L - Psychological Tests & Measurement Units: 4
Principles of applied psychological measurement, including item analysis, reliability, validity, and test construction; ethical issues in the use of psychological tests, and procedures for the evaluation of psychological measures. course includes an applied lab in the construction of psychological measures.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 240 (C) or PSYC 242 (C); with a grade of C- or higher.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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PSYC 411 - Social Neuroscience Units: 3
Cross-listed with: PSYC 511
Overview of evolutionary origins and brain mechanisms of social behavior, research methods, and societal implications of neurophilosophy. Recommended preparation: PSYC 325 and PSYC 335 .
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 240 or PSYC 242 and PSYC 321 or BIOL 104 or BIOL 105 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Mandatory Letter Grade
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 414 - Psychology of Adolescence & Young Adulthood Units: 3
Physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development. Personality, relationship, education, and work issues from developmental perspective.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 311 (C) or IA.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 415 - Psychology of Aging & Older Adulthood Units: 3
Covers changing U.S. demographics, how biological, social, and cultural contexts interact to influence the behavior of older adults (ages 65), theories of aging and longevity, and psychopathology.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 240 (C) or PSYC 242 (C).
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 418 - Developmental Psychopathology Units: 3
Developmental, social, behavioral, and emotional problems of children and adolescents are explored in relation to normal developmental milestones. Introduction to theories and research in the field of developmental psychopathology.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 311 (C) or IA.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 419 - Family Violence Units: 3
Cross-listed with: WS 419
Explores forms of family violence, including domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse, and animal cruelty. Theories explaining physical, sexual, and emotional violence, as well as successful prevention and intervention programs.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 104 with a grade of C- or higher.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 436 - Human Sexuality Units: 3
Cross-listed with: WS 436
Physiological, psychological, and sociological aspects of human sexual behavior. Topics include conception, contraception, attitudes, orientation, and behaviors. Interdisciplinary approaches as appropriate.
Division: Upper Division
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 437 - Sexual Diversity Units: 3
Using biological and social constructionist explanations of sexual orientation, we will explore historical, psychological, and sociological foundations of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender cultures, and examine contemporary political issues of discrimination, pride and social power. Recommended preparation: PSYC 436 or WS 436 .
Division: Upper Division
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
All University Requirements: DCG: Domestic
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 438 - Dynamics of Abnormal Behavior Units: 3
Major psychological disorders: anxiety disorders (neuroses), psychoses, and conduct disturbances. Theoretical/empirical analyses.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 240 or PSYC 242 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 454 - Interviewing & Counseling Techniques Units: 3
Discuss different theoretical & evidence-based approaches to counseling with supervised practice, including video feedback sessions.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: upper division PSYC major or IA.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 473 - Substance Use & Addiction Units: 3
Why people use and misuse drugs. Biological, psychological, social, and therapeutic aspects.
Division: Upper Division
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 478 - Analysis of Variance Units: 4
Topics include between and within subjects ANOVA, mixed model ANOVA, and test assumptions.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 241 or equivalent.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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PSYC 480 - Selected Topics in Psychology Units: 0.5-3
Topic/problem from theoretical, experimental, or applied psychology.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 104 .
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar hrs TBD
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PSYC 482 - Field Study Units: 1-4
Propose work in selected community settings. Obtain supervision and receive credit. Periodic practicum conferences required.
Division: Upper Division
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: Instructor Consent Required
Grading mode: Mandatory CR/NC
Zero cost course materials: No Course Materials Required
Weekly: Supervision hrs TBD
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PSYC 485 - Senior Seminar Units: 3
Integrative review of psychology focusing on the history of the field or a broad issue within the discipline. Format emphasizes class discussion, oral presentation, and written reports. A capstone experience. Must be taken during final year of coursework or IA.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 104 with a grade of C- or higher; senior standing.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Zero cost course materials: Zero Cost Course Materials
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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PSYC 486 - History & Systems of Psychology Units: 3
History of psychology explored through a multidisciplinary lens, focusing on the evolution of science and thought in diverse cultures in relation to other sciences; research methods; interpretation of empirical data.
Division: Upper Division
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 487 - Evolutionary Psychology Units: 3
Cross-listed with: PSYC 587
A general overview of how human behavior and psychology has been shaped by natural selection through eons of evolution.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 321 (C) or PSYC 325 (C) or BIOL 105 (C); all with grades of C- or higher.
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Sustainability: Sustainability Related
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 488 - Regression/Multivariate Topics Units: 4
Cross-listed with: PSYC 588
Topics include multiple regression, moderated regression, logistic regression, time series, and factor analysis.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 241 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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PSYC 489S - Community Psychology Units: 3
Overview of ecological, multicultural, and intersectional theories in understanding applied psychology with a focus on community interventions. This course includes a service placement at a local community organization.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 240 or PSYC 242 . Junior standing or greater.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Mandatory Letter Grade
Service learning course: Yes
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 490 - Senior Honors Thesis Units: 3
Advanced majors design a cumulating experience that involves independent research while working under the supervision of a faculty member.
Division: Upper Division
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Zero cost course materials: No Course Materials Required
Weekly: Supervision hrs TBD
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PSYC 495 - Research in Psychology Units: 1-4
Individual investigation culminates in formal report complying with department standards.
Division: Upper Division
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: Instructor Consent Required
Grading mode: Mandatory CR/NC
Zero cost course materials: No Course Materials Required
Weekly: Supervision hrs TBD
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PSYC 496 - Psychology Research Seminar Units: 3
Research problem culminates in written report in accord with APA standards. Required student/ faculty group meetings to discuss common research problems, such as subject selection, psychological measurement, interpretation of results, ethics of research.
Division: Upper Division
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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PSYC 497 - Mentoring Units: 1-3
Advanced majors gain experience as mentors working with a diverse body of students. Learn and participate in pedagogical theory and processes as applied to university level classes.
Division: Upper Division
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: Instructor Consent Required
Grading mode: Mandatory CR/NC
Zero cost course materials: No Course Materials Required
Weekly: Supervision hrs TBD
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PSYC 499 - Independent Study Units: 1-3
On a tutorial basis, pursue area of interest not covered by regular course offerings.
Division: Upper Division
Requisites: Pre-requisite: six upper division units in psychology and IA.
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Zero cost course materials: No Course Materials Required
Weekly: Supervision hrs TBD
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PSYC 511 - Advanced Social Neuroscience Units: 3
Cross-listed with: PSYC 411
Covers biological and evolutionary mechanisms of social behavior, social neuroscience research methods, and neurophilosophy. Knowledge and skills development evaluated with exams, assignments, and presentations. Meets and synergizes with undergraduate section. Recommended preparation: PSYC 355.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Prerequisites: (PSYC 240 or PSYC 242 ) and PSYC 321
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Mandatory Letter Grade
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 518 - Advanced Developmental Psychopathology Units: 3
Advanced coverage of psychological problems in children and adolescents with particular focus on evidence-based practices. Contemporary research on assessment, treatment, prevention, and intervention are key areas of exploration.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 242 or equivalent and PSYC 311 or equivalent; all with grades of C or higher.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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PSYC 545 - Psychological Testing Units: 4
Testing concepts: reliability, validity, standardization, and score interpretation. Apply to current standardized tests of intelligence, aptitude, achievement, personality.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 241 or IA.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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PSYC 550 - Introduction to Institutional Research Units: 4
This course is an introduction into the field of Institutional Research. It is for students who wish to pursue or explore an IR career.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: graduate standing, SOC 583 (C) or PSYC 641 (C) or IA.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 4 hrs.
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PSYC 551 - Applied Research Units: 4
This course will emphasize research methodology that is relevant to the field of IR.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: graduate standing, PSYC 550 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 4 hrs.
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PSYC 552 - Diversity in Research Units: 4
This course will emphasize primary data collection that is relevant to the field of IR.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: graduate standing, PSYC 551 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 4 hrs.
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PSYC 578 - Analysis of Variance Units: 4
Topics include between and within subjects ANOVA, mixed model ANOVA, and test assumptions.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 241 or equivalent.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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PSYC 588 - Regression/Multivariate Topics Units: 4
Topics include multiple regression, moderated regression, logistic regression, time series, and factor analysis.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 241 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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PSYC 605 - Psychological Foundations/School Psychology Units: 3
Comprehensive study of school psychological services and public schools from a psychological perspective. Emphasis on theories of prevention, developmental psychopathology, models of data-based decision making, psychological approaches to intervention.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: good standing in School Psychology program.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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PSYC 606 - Educational Foundations/School Psychology Units: 2
Orientation to schooling, and the practice of school psychology. Focus on understanding professional roles, curriculum and standards, school environments (social and political), needs of students from diverse backgrounds, working with parents.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: good standing in School Psychology program. Co-requisite: PSYC 783 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 2 hrs.
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Units: 2 |
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PSYC 607 - Consultation/Collaboration Units: 2
Small group seminar to assist graduate students acquire professional skills related to the practice of school psychology. Emphasis on theories and methods of consultation, collaboration and indirect service delivery in schools.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 606 and good standing in School Psychology program. Co-requisite: PSYC 783 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 2 hrs.
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Units: 2 |
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PSYC 608 - Advanced Assessment/Case Presentation Units: 2
Seminar in advanced assessment of school-aged children. Emphasis on integrating assessment data from multiple perspectives, low incidence disabilities, assessment of students with limited English proficiency, supervision, and integration of scientific knowledge into practice.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 607 , PSYC 617 , good standing in School Psychology program. Co-requisite: PSYC 783 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 2 hrs.
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Units: 2 |
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PSYC 616 - Cognitive Assessment I Cognitive/ Biological Bases of Behavior Units: 3
Theories, methods and techniques for understanding and assessing cognitive development and intelligence. Supervised practice in test administration, scoring and interpretation.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: good standing in School Psychology Program or IA.
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Clinical 2 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 617 - Cognitive Assessment II Cognitive/ Biological Bases of Behavior Units: 3
Continuation of PSYC 616 . Study of major theories and methods of cognitive and neuropsychological assessment. Supervised practice in test administration, scoring, interpretation and integration of finding in reports and presentations.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 616 and good standing in School Psychology program, or IA.
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Clinical 2 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 622 - Advanced Learning and Behavior Analysis Units: 3
A natural science approach to the assessment and treatment of behavior. The concepts, principles, and procedures of behavior analysis will be reviewed, along with the application of those principles to socially significant problems. Data collection strategies, methodologies to systematically evaluate behavior, and practical considerations when implementing treatments will be discussed.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Prerequisite: PSYC 322
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 625 - Advanced Psychobiology Units: 3
Empirical/ theoretical approaches to topics in brain research and other physiological, neurological, or biochemical processes at the base of human behavior. Topics vary.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 325 or IA.
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 632 - Advanced Developmental Psychology Units: 3
Uses primary sources in a discussion based format to examine the evolution of the field as well as current trends and controversies in developmental theories and research across the lifespan. PSYC 311 with grade of C or better.
Division: Graduate
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 635 - Advanced Social Psychology Units: 3
Emphasis: contemporary developments. Topics vary.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 335 or IA.
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Zero cost course materials: No Course Materials Required
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 636 - Sexuality Counseling Units: 1
Psychological, physical, social, and clinical aspects of human sexuality designed to meet California state requirements for licensure as an MFT.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: good standing in Psychology M.A. Counseling Psychology or School Psychology programs, or Instructor Approval.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 1 hr.
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Units: 1 |
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PSYC 638 - Diagnosis of Mental Disorders Units: 3
Major diagnoses of psychological disorders, strengths and weaknesses of diagnostic systems, research on origin and course of pathological outcomes, and strategies for identifying, diagnosing, and formulating treatment of psychological disorders.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: Good standing in Psychology M.A. program.
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 640 - Aging & Long-Term Care Units: 1
Biological, social, cognitive, and psychological aspects of aging including long-term care, end of life, and grief.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre requisite: good standing in Psychology M.A. Counseling Psychology or Academic Research Concentrations.
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 1 hr.
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Units: 1 |
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PSYC 641 - Research Methods: Philosophy & Design Units: 3
Epistemological foundations of research methods applicable to experimental, clinical/ counseling, and applied psychology. Practical research problems: design, sampling, and control.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 241 and PSYC 242 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 2 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 642 - Research Methods: Evaluation Units: 2
Continues PSYC 641 . Apply research design to individual projects, culminating master’s thesis, project or portfolio proposal. Research ethics; APA style.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 641 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 2 hrs.
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Units: 2 |
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PSYC 647 - Academic Research Proseminar Units: 3
This course provides graduate students with a critical discussion of professional development issues and the foundations of behavioral research and methods used in psychology.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: admission to AR M.A., or IA.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Zero cost course materials: No Course Materials Required
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 651 - Diagnosis & Treatment of Children for the School Psychologist I - Cognitive & Academic Difficulties Units: 3
Theoretical and professional issues in evaluating/treating children with cognitive or academic difficulties. Assessment practices; diagnostic skills; intervention theory.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 616 , IA, good standing in School Psychology program.
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 2 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 652 - Diagnosis & Treatment of Children for the School Psychologist II - Social, Emotional & Behavioral Problems Units: 3
Continues PSYC 651 , but for social, emotional, or behavioral problems.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 617 , PSYC 651 , IA, good standing in School Psychology program.
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 2 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 653 - Advanced Psychotherapy with Children & Families Units: 3
Psychotherapy models and interventions for working with children and families, presented using developmental and ecosystemic frameworks. Topics include family, play, psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapies.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: Pre-requisite: good standing in Psychology M.A. Counseling Psychology or School Psychology concentrations.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 654 - Interviewing & Counseling Techniques Units: 3
Exposure to theory-based counseling techniques. Supervised practice, including video or audio taping, feedback sessions. Research findings about effectiveness.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: good standing in Psychology M.A. School Psychology or Counseling Psychology concentrations.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Lecture 2 hrs. Activity 2 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 655 - Social-Behavioral Evaluation Units: 3
Evaluation of social-emotional, and behavioral competence in children. Techniques, empirical findings and ethical considerations in using empirical tools and behavior analysis for intervention planning regarding child behavior and school environments.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 320 and good standing in School Psychology program, or IA.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 656 - Couples Therapy Units: 3
Introduction to marital/couple therapy: major theories of relationship counseling and therapy, assessment techniques, domestic violence, ethics. Emphasis on experiential learning and demonstration of marital/couple counseling.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 654 (C) and good standing in Counseling Psychology program, or IA.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 657 - Group Counseling & Group Psychotherapy Units: 3
Theories and principles in group counseling. Develop group therapy leadership skills.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: good standing in Counseling Psychology program, or IA.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 658 - Theories of Individual Counseling & Psychotherapy Units: 3
Introduction to major theories in counseling. Focus on theory, application of techniques to clinical practice, and empirical validation.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: graduate standing.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 659 - Mental Health in K-12 Schools Units: 3
Theories and methods for development of mental health interventions for children in school settings. Primary prevention, collaboration with social service agencies, state and federal legal mandates, mental health financing.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 654 with a grade of B- or higher, PSYC 783 (C), good standing in School Psychology program; or IA.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 660 - Law & Ethics in Psychology Units: 3
Ethics and California law applicable to the counseling profession.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: admitted to Counseling Psychology program, or IA.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 662 - Practicum Preparation Units: 1
Seminar approach to various clinical issues regarding practicum placement. May include case study, skill enhancement exercises.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: good standing in Counseling Psychology program, or IA.
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 1 hr.
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Units: 1 |
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PSYC 663 - Licensed Supervision Units: 1
Two hrs of group clinical supervision (or 1 hr individually) by a licensed professional for up to 5 client con- tact hrs per week. Additional contact hrs need an additional unit of supervision.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: good standing in Counseling Psychology program and at least one semester of full-time coursework. Co-requisite: PSYC 682 .
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Activity 2 hrs.
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Units: 1 |
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PSYC 664 - Assessment & Testing for Psychotherapists Units: 3
Overview of formal psychological testing and assessment, administering tests within the boundaries of competence, and writing psychological assessment reports.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: graduate standing.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 667 - Ethics & Professionalism in Behavior Analysis Units: 3
Ethics guidelines addressing a range of issues including, but not limited to the practice of psychology, the conduct of research, and interactions with the public and with colleagues.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisites: good standing in Psychology MA: Academic Research concentration
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Mandatory Letter Grade
Weekly: Lecture 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 669 - Legal & Ethical Foundations in School Psychology Units: 3
Studies of laws pertaining to students civil rights, special and general education, parent/child rights, child neglect and abuse reporting, confidentiality and their impact on school policy, climate, the student, family and community.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: good standing in School Psychology program.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 672 - Psychopharmacology Units: 3
This course will focus on the clinical application of psychotropic medications in the treatment of psychiatric disorders. Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of all major classes of medications will be covered.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: PSYC 321 and PSYC 325 , or IA. Student must be admitted to graduate program in Counseling Psychology or Academic Research or School Psychology to enroll in PSYC 672.
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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PSYC 673 - Mental Health Addiction & Recovery Units: 1
Overview of drug abuse and co-occurring disorders including assessment, prevention, treatment, recovery, and social-cultural dimensions.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisite: graduate standing.
Repeats: Repeatable for Credit
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Optional Grade Basis
Weekly: Seminar 1 hr.
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Units: 1 |
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PSYC 674 - Philosophy of Behaviorism Units: 3
Students read a sample of B.F. Skinner’s writings, including those that were important in providing the theoretical and conceptual foundations of radical behaviorism, and writings by other authors discussing theoretical issues surrounding this approach.
Division: Graduate
Requisites: Pre-requisites: Graduate standing
Permission to enroll: No Special Consent Required
Grading mode: Mandatory Letter Grade
Weekly: Seminar 3 hrs.
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Units: 3 |
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