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Undergraduate
PSY 1310 Introduction to Psychology
An introduction to the discipline of psychology as a natural science and as an applied social science. This course includes topics such as the biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, learning and memory, emotions, personality, abnormal psychology, therapy, developmental and social psychology. Previous course numbers: PSY 1310 replaces the previous PSY 1313/1323 sequence. PSY 1310 may be repeated to replace a grade for PSY 1313.
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PSY 2331 Psychology of Disability
Provides a survey of psychological aspects of disability, with emphasis on physical disability. Includes an overview of research areas and fi ndings. Describes major disability groups and the general psychological processes that are observed in patients and their families as they react and adjust to their disabilities.
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PSY 2336 Developmental Psychology: Adolescence
(Texas Common Course Number is PSYC 2307)
A study of the physical, mental, emotional and social growth from childhood through adolescence. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 2401 Basic Statistics for Psychologists
(Texas Common Course Number is PSYC 2317)
A practical study of the procedures used in handling psychological data including descriptive statistics, central tendency, variation, correlation and inference. Equivalent Course: May be counted as ANTH 2401; a student may receive credit in only one course. Prerequisites: MATH 1340 or higher (except EMAT 2306) and three hours of the following: PSY 1310, ANTH 1323, ANTH 1324 or ANTH 1342.
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PSY 3324 Social Psychology
An overview of how groups and society infl uence behavior and thinking. The main topics include conformity, obedience, prosocial behavior (cooperation and helping others), the behavior of groups, attitudes and prejudice, as well as research on interpersonal attraction, including physical attractiveness and romantic love. The course also examines how everyday people are implicit psychologists, trying to explain and understand the behavior of others as well as their own. Prerequisite: Three hours of social science credit.
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PSY 3325 Research Methods in Psychology
This course provides a lecture-laboratory approach to learning the scientifi c methodology of empirical psychological research. Basic principles and methods of research design, hypothesis testing, data collection and analysis and result interpretation are covered in this course. Prerequisites: PSY 1310 and PSY 2401.
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PSY 3332 Developmental Psychology: Infancy and Childhood
An overview of human development from conception to adolescence. Topics include biological foundations, physical growth, language and cognition, social and personality development. Traditional and recent theoretical perspectives are reviewed. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 3333 Psychology of Adulthood: Maturity and Old Age
A study of such aspects of adulthood as job selection, marriage, child rearing and old age. Prerequisite: Six hours of psychology.
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PSY 3337 Developmental Psychology: Lifespan
The field of developmental psychology is an overview of the physical, cognitive, social, emotional and personality domains of the changes that occur over time. The course focuses on normal development from conception through death. Traditional and theoretical perspectives are reviewed. Prerequisites: PSY 1310 and junior standing.
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Psychology 3338 Gender Development
This course is designed to provide students with knowledge about gender development from infancy through adulthood, including the many similarities and differences among physical, educational/employment, and interpersonal experiences of men and women during each developmental stage of life.
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PSY 3340 Stress Management
This course introduces the student to a wide variety of stress reduction techniques and their implications for health. Practical experiences as well as research in such areas as biofeedback, relaxation training and meditation are provided. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 3343 Tests and Measurements in Psychology
Concentrates on the theoretical aspects of test construction and on extensive survey of the major types of standardized tests used in industry, schools and mental health settings. Prerequisites: PSY 1310 and PSY 2401.
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PSY 3345 Psychology of Learning
An introduction to the methods, results and interpretations of experimental studies of learning, including both animal conditioning and human memory. Emphasis will be placed on classical and instrumental conditioning procedures.
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PSY 3353 Physiological Psychology
An analysis of the basic physiological mechanisms underlying behavior with emphasis on the role of the central nervous system in sensation, emotion, motivation, learning and memory. A knowledge of biology is helpful but not necessary. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 3373 Sensation and Perception
A study of the basic mechanisms underlying sensation and perception. Experimental methods, research fi ndings and theory are emphasized. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 3383 Animal Behavior
An introduction to the methods, results and interpretation of studies of animal behavior from the perspectives of comparative psychology and ethology. An emphasis will be placed on social and communicative behavior. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 3405 Behavior Modification
An overview of principles of social learning, operant conditioning and the application of these principles to personal development, relationships and problem behavior. Three hours lecture and a three-hour lab. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 4302 Primate Behavior
A review of the behavior of selected representatives of the order primates, based upon research conducted in both laboratory and field. In addition, students will collect data on a representative primate group at the Gladys Porter Zoo. Equivalent Course: May be counted as ANTH 4302; a student may receive credit in only one course. Previous course number: PSY 3384; a student may receive credit in only one course. Prerequisites: PSY 1310 and PSY 3383, or ANTH 1324, or consent of instructor.
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PSY 4312 Female and Male
An examination of the physiological and psychological influences of sex role development, including such topics as human liberation, sexual behavior, child rearing practices and career opportunities. Prerequisite: Nine hours of psychology or consent of instructor.
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PSY 4313 Abnormal Psychology
A comprehensive analysis of various emotional disorders, neuroses and psychoses, their symptoms, etiologies and treatment and approaches. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 4318 Theories of Learning
A historical review of major theoretical positions in the field of animal and human learning. Prerequisite: PSY 1310 or consent of instructor.
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PSY 4319 Cognitive Processes
The experimental study of conscious, voluntary mental processes. Topics include recognition of written words and other patterns, recognition of speech and comprehension of language, limits on ability to divide attention, concept formation, problem solving and reasoning. Emphasis is on adult processes rather than on development of the processes in children. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 4320 Memory
The experimental study of the acquisition, storage, retrieval and forgetting of verbal information. Emphasis is on basic research and theory about adult processes, and little consideration is given to either applications or development of the processes in children. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 4326 Cross-Cultural Psychology
The course examines how culture shapes our cognition and behavior. In addition to exploring intercultural contact and cross-cultural research methods, the following areas in psychology are analyzed from a cross-national perspective: perception, cognition, human development, attitudes and interpersonal relations. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 4328 Psychological Issues in the Mexican-American Community
Mexican-American personality development and assessment, ethnic identity and acculturation are examined in the course, as are Chicano perceptions of abnormal conduct and the use of alternative therapists. Selected community issues, such as immigration and prosocial behavior, are also explored from a psychological perspective. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 4333 Theories of Personality
Emphasis is placed on the major theories of personality that attempt to explain the psychological nature and behavior of people. Some consideration is given to the process involved in developing a theory of personality. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 4342 Psychology and Law
This course is designed to give students an appreciation of behavioral phenomena as they apply to our legal system. A general survey of related topics such as the trial process, the psychology of evidence and the psychology of juries will be covered.
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PSY 4343 Human Factors
Human Factors is concerned with the optimal interaction between humans and their working environments, including machines, instruments, psychology, including sensation, perception, memory, cognition, physiology, learning and motivation. The goal is to optimize the design of operation systems by considering human capabilities and limitations. Prerequisites: PSY 1310 and a course in perception of memory.
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PSY 4355 Psychology and Mythology
This course will study the impact and interrelationships of psychological thought and mythological theory. The impact of the theories of Freud, Adler, Jung, Levi-Strauss and others on mythology will be studied. Equivalent Course: ANTH 4355; a student may receive credit for only one course. Prerequisite: PSY 1323 or ANTH 1323 or ANTH 1353 or instructor’s consent.
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PSY 4356 Mind-Body Interactions
This course is designed to demonstrate the inseparability of mind and body. Although our Western approach to medicine still focuses on illness and treatment as biologically based, there is increasing evidence that psychological and social factors play a part in the healing process. The course is divided into three areas of content: examination of how alterations of the body can affect the mind, examination of how the mind can affect the body, especially as a result of stress and, lastly, an evaluation of complementary/alternative medicine. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 4363 Systems and Theories in Psychology
A history of the development of psychology and a study of theories in contemporary psychology. Prerequisite: PSY 1310.
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PSY 4380 Research Seminar
Students will conduct faculty-supervised research in an area of mutual interest resulting in oral and written presentations of their work to other students and faculty. The course will provide an opportunity to obtain hands-on research experience for undergraduate students who intend to pursue graduate degrees. May be repeated for up to six hours credit. Prerequisites: PSY 2401, PSY 3325 and consent of instructor.
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PSY 4383 Special Problems
Selected topics assigned according to the interest of the class and/or student. Sequential registration for up to nine hours is permitted as topics vary. Prerequisites: Nine hours of psychology and consent of instructor.
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Graduate PSY 6305 Advanced Studies in Psychopathology
A study of the classification, etiology and treatment of abnormal behaviors. Supporting outside readings will be emphasized. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and 6 hours of psychology and/or consent of instructor.
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PSY 6311 Advanced Theories of Personality
A study of the development, structure and assessment of personality, with consideration of the major theoretical attempts to account for the psychological nature and behavior of man. Supporting outside readings will be emphasized. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and 6 hours of psychology and/or consent of instructor.
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PSY 6315 Advanced Behavior Management
Behavior management and self-regulation techniques are presented in the treatment of aggression, self-injurious, and health risk behaviors in the fields of mental retardation, autism, and health psychology. Students will learn to develop individual behavior management plans. Health psychology application in regulating health risk behaviors including obesity, tobacco dependence, impulse-control problems and other lifestyle behaviors are the main focus. Opportunities for application and practice will be provided. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and 6 hours of psychology and/or consent of instructor.
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PSY 6320 Current Perspectives in Physiological Psychology
In-depth study of the relationship between biological events and behavior. Emphasis is placed on the physiological substrates of learning, memory, emotion and motivation. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and 6 hours of psychology and/or consent of instructor.
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PSY 6325 Theoretical Issues in Learning
A survey of theoretical perspectives in learning and memory. Historical as well as contemporary issues will be emphasized. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and 6 hours of psychology and/or consent of instructor.
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PSY 6330 Advanced Studies in Lifespan Development
A survey of the major theoretical traditions in lifespan development from childhood through adolescence and adulthood. A thorough overview of major psychosocial theories as they relate to adjustment and development during the various stages of the lifespan are presented. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and 6 hours of psychology and/or consent of instructor.
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PSY 6332 Research Design
Experimental research, methods and design in psychology.
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PSY 6336 Advanced Psychological Measurement
Reviews theoretical and technical aspects of test construction, focusing on standardized tests used in industry and healthcare settings. Instruction and practice in standardized test administration and scoring, with emphasis on the Wechsler and achievement tests. Prerequisite: Current admission to a graduate program in psychology.
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PSY 6340 Multicultural Mental Health
The course emphasizes the application of professional psychology practices in the field of mental health when assessing and treating individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Emphasis is placed on the unique psychological problems associated with assessment and treatment of the four major minority groups in the United States, namely, African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans and American Indians.
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PSY 6348 Biofeedback and Self-Regulation
An examination of the current research, theory and applications of autonomic self-regulation and its implications for behavior medicine.
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PSY 6352 Personality Assessment
Development of personality testing. Study and administration of objective and projective personality assessment techniques. Prerequisites: PSY 6336, PSY 6305 and admission to a graduate program with a major in Psychology.
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PSY 6354 Individual Psychotherapy
Instruction and practice in technique of individual psychotherapy. Case presentation and report writing. Prerequisites: PSY 6305.
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PSY 6355 Psychology and Mythology
This course will study the impact and interrelationships of psychological thought and mythological theory. The impact of the theories of Freud, Adler, Jung, Levi-Strauss and others on mythology will be studied. Previous Course Number: PSY 5355; a student may receive credit in only one course. Equivalent Course: May be counted as ANTH 6355; a student may receive credit in only one course. Prerequisites: 6 hours of psychology and consent of instructor.
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PSY 6356 Group Psychotherapy
Instruction and practice in technique of group psychotherapy. Prerequisites: PSY 6305.
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PSY 6362 Psychopharmacology
This course is an introductory course in psychopharmacology for mental health providers working with mentally ill clients. The focus of the course is to expose participants to basic principles of psychopharmacology, common medications used in the treatment of mental illness, and the most common side effects of these agents. Critical thinking skills for determining the need for referral for medication management, identification of side effects of medications, and ethical issues in the use of medication will be discussed. Prerequisite: PSY 6305: Advanced topics in Psychopathology or comparable course.
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PSY 6363 Contemporary Professional Issues and Ethics in Psychology
Current ethical issues in the practice of psychology and related legal principles.
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PSY 6364 Clinical Practicum I
Application of psychological tests and psychotherapeutic procedures. Prerequisite: Completion of core curriculum and designated electives for Clinical Psychology.
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PSY 6366 Clinical Practicum II
Application for psychological tests and psychotherapeutic procedures. Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent enrollment in PSY 6364.
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PSY 6368 Internship
Application of psychological tests and psychotherapeutic procedures in a clinical setting. Students are supervised by a licensed psychologist as they work in a clinical setting. A total of 480 clock hours are required for the completion of the internship. Prerequisites: PSY 6364 and PSY 6366.
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PSY 6374 Special Topics in Psychology
Selected topics in psychology. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
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PSY 6376 Directed Studies
Individual readings and/or research on a selected topic under the supervision of a faculty member with whom specific arrangements have been made. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PSY 7370 Thesis I
Design and complete a proposal for original research, approved by the thesis adviser and thesis committee. A grade of "credit" is assigned only after formal approval of the thesis proposal. If a grade of "non-credit" is awarded, re-enrollment in the course is required. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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PSY 7372 Thesis II
Conduct and complete original research proposed in Thesis I, approved by the thesis adviser and thesis committee. A grade of "credit" is assigned only after formal approval of the thesis proposal (signed by all three members of the thesis committee. If a grade of "non-credit" is awarded, re-enrollment in the course is required. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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