2015-16 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Psychology Department
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Judith Ouellette, chair
Old Main, Room 132
607-753-4218
Fax: 607-753-5738
cortland.edu/psychology
School of Arts and Sciences
Faculty
Michael D. Berzonsky, Katharine Bonafide, Raymond D. Collings, Karen Davis, Leslie G. Eaton, David A. Kilpatrick, Melvyn B. King, Kimberly S. Kraebel, John P. Lombardo, Benjamin Lovett, Michie Odle, Judith A. Ouellette, Joshua Peck, Jeffery N. Swartwood
Adjunct Faculty
For a listing of adjunct faculty see the Faculty and Administration section.
Degrees and Minors
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Minor in Psychology
Minor in Psychology of Children with Exceptionalities
Description
The Psychology Department focuses on preprofessional preparation for a combination of research and applied work. In addition to providing a strong liberal arts focus for majors who are not going beyond the bachelor's degree, the program is designed to provide a solid foundation for graduate school training in psychology.
Successful students graduate ready for entry-level positions helping others or to pursue master's and doctorate degrees. Psychology majors have opportunities to work with faculty on research projects and/or develop their skills in the field, working with psychologists and agencies dedicated to helping others. The aim is to help majors attain skills that prepare them for work in organizations, therapeutic settings, and research.
Special Features
- Research with faculty; conference and publication opportunities
- Internships
- Field Study
- Study abroad
- National Honor Society: Psi Chi
- Psychology Club
Requirements
- Degree requirements listed in this catalog apply to all of the majors offered by this department.
- Liberal Arts Requirements:
B.A. – 90 credit hours
B.S. – 60 credit hours
Major
Minor
PSY 101 - Introductory Psychology Introduction to scientific study of behavior emphasizing motivation, emotion, perception, learning, thinking, personality, individual differences. Fulfills: GE 3; LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 129 - Special Topics In Psychology Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes. Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit. (1-4 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionallyAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 201 - Statistical Methods Basic concepts of probability, descriptive and inferential statistics including central tendency, variability, correlation; analysis of variance and parametric tests. Mathematics majors may take course only as free elective. Also listed as MAT 201, COM 230, ECO 221. Fulfills GE 1; LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semesterAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 202 - Experimental Psychology Lectures, coordinated laboratory in learning, sensation and perception, cognition, psychophysiology, motivation and other related areas. Coordinated laboratory work includes literature search, experimental design, data analysis, preparation of scientific reports. Prerequisites: PSY 101, 201. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr)
Frequency code A = offered every semesterAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 204 - Research Methods I Introduction to concepts underlying scientific research. Course includes topics such as theory selection, hypothesis testing, reliability, validity, measurement and ethics in human and animal research. Prerequisites: PSY 101, 201. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semesterAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 210 - Racial and Gender Role Stereotypes Focus on racial and gender role awareness and attitudes in individuals. Prejudice and discrimination against ethnic minorities and women are examined, from both historical and contemporary perspectives. Also, the causes and consequences of prejudice and discrimination are discussed. Also listed as AAS 210, CIN 210. Fulfills: GE 11; LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 229 - Special Topics In Psychology Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes. Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit. (1-4 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionallyAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 231 - Child Psychology Basic principles of child behavior, development. Prerequisite: PSY 101. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semesterAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 232 - Adolescent Psychology Physical, intellectual, emotional, social aspects of adolescent development, adjustment. Prerequisite: PSY 101. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semesterAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 235 - Cultural Psychology An introduction to theory and methodology related to cultural psychology, as well as the impact this research has had on society, the field of psychology, and applied areas such as education, organizations, health and social institutions. Prerequisite: PSY 101 or consent of department. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 300 - Internship Preparation: Psychology in the Schools Preparation for internships in the schools. Focus on psychologically related careers in schools, such as school psychologist, guidance counselors and social workers from pre-K through college. Review of federal and state laws related to schools. Prerequisite: Nine hours in psychology. (1 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 301 - Research Methods for Psychology Introduction to concepts underlying scientific methods in psychology. Topics include theory, hypothesis testing, reliability, validity, measurement, statistical decision making, experimental and non-experimental designs and ethics in human and animal research. Prerequisite: PSY 101 and PSY 201. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 304 - Research Methods II Course consists of lectures with coordinated laboratory. Lectures include experimental and non-experimental methods in psychology. Laboratory is designed to address skills in evaluating, conducting and writing scientific reports. Prerequisites: PSY 101, 201 and 204. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 311 - Motivation Factors controlling initiation, direction, intensity of goal-directed behavior in man and animals. Selected theories, current research. Prerequisites: PSY 101, three additional credit hours in psychology. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 312 - Learning Conditions, principles of learning in man and animals. Learning theories, current research. Prerequisites: PSY 101, three additional credit hours in psychology. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 313 - Cognitive Psychology Models and theories used in the field of cognitive psychology, and research in many aspects of cognition including memory, knowledge acquisition and use, language, reasoning and problem solving, and metacognition. Prerequisites: PSY 101, three additional credit hours in psychology. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 322 - Theories of Personality Theories of organization, development of personality. Prerequisites: PSY 101, three additional hours in psychology. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 329 - Special Topics in Psychology Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes. Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit. (1-4 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 330 - Psychology of Gender Roles Survey and critical analysis of research and theory regarding behavioral and cognitive differences between the sexes. Emphasis will be placed on biological, social and cultural determinants of sex roles and their consequences. Prerequisite: PSY 101. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionallyAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 331 - Psychology of Children with Exceptionalities Etiology, assessment, diagnosis, teaching approaches, programming, legal issues, and classroom management related to children with disabilities from birth to age 21. Prerequisites: PSY 101; recommended: PSY 231, 232, 332 or 333. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 332 - Educational Psychology Educational implications of psychological facts, principles, theories; human development; learning, evaluation, adjustment. Prerequisite: PSY 101. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semesterAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 333 - Developmental Psychology Developmental processes from childhood through adulthood. Emphasis on life-span changes in cognitive, personality and social processes. Prerequisite: PSY 101. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per yearAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 334 - Psychology of Adulthood and Aging Changes, in formal aging, in sensory and perceptual processes, in learning and cognition, in intelligence, in personality, in social relations and other selected issues in aging. Prerequisite: PSY 101 or SOC 220. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 341 - Psychological Tests and Measurements Theory of test construction, including evaluation, standardization, interpretation; representative survey of psychological tests, measures. Prerequisites: PSY 101, 201. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 342 - Psychology in Organizations Psychological principles and methods applied to organizational problems. Prerequisites: PSY 101, three additional hours in psychology. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 346 - Sport Psychology Selected psychological and related theoretical factors that influence behavior of individuals participating in sports. Prerequisite: PSY 101. Also listed as EXS 346. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 350 - Psychology of Language Problems, issues, theories, research related to acquisition of language and language behavior. Not open to those having credit for SHH 300. Prerequisite: PSY 101. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionallyAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 360 - Applied Behavior Analysis I Principles, techniques of operant conditioning and experimental analysis of behavior. Relationship to selected areas such as hyperactivity, inattentiveness, aggression, acting out and academic deficiencies. Prerequisites: PSY 101, three additional credit hours of psychology Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 361 - Applied Behavior Analysis II Advanced study and application of the principles and procedures of behavior analysis. Emphasis on the application of behavioral strategies with individuals with exceptional needs, concurrent with advanced coursework in techniques including functional behavioral assessment and analysis, task analysis, and positive behavioral support. Prerequisites: PSY 360. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 375 - Positive Psychology An overview of topics in positive psychology with a focus on a science-based approach to understanding the psychological processes underlying well-being and optimal human functioning. Research and theory will be critically examined with consideration given to conflicting viewpoints and their respective empirical support. Prerequisite: PSY 101, three additional credit hours in psychology. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code C = offered at least once every two years
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 400 - Field Study in Psychology Supervised field experience in areas or activities of applied psychology. May be repeated with consent of department. Prerequisites: Nine credit hours required, 15 credit hours recommended in psychology; consent of department. Grading: H, S, U grades assigned. (1-15 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 401 - Research Methods in Psychology Research methodology in contemporary psychology. Designs, issues and analytic strategies relevant to experimental and nonexperimental research are emphasized. Prerequisites: PSY 101, 201 and 202. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 403 - Applied Data Analysis and Interpretation Using SPSS Analysis and interpretation of data using a variety of advanced data analysis techniques for behavioral sciences and applied fields. Analysis will include multiple regression, factorial analysis of variance (ANOVA), and multivariate statistics appropriate for a variety of research designs. Emphasis is placed on application and acquiring data analysis computer skills using IBM:SPSS. Prerequisites: PSY 201, or equivalent, and CAP 100. Also listed as CAP 403. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 404 - Applying Research Methods in Psychology Focuses on research methods used in a scientific psychological discipline; students will engage in experiential learning by actively conducting research in a specific area of psychology. Involves significant scientific-style writing. Research topics vary by instructor each semester. May be taken more than once for credit as subtitle changes for no more than nine credit hours. Prerequisite: PSY 101 and PSY 201 and PSY 301; and (CPN 101 or CPN 103). Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 405 - History of Psychology Studies development of psychology as independent discipline and contemporary science. Begins with Greek views on nature of man, traces evolution of such views to contemporary theories of human behavior, includes interrelationship of psychology and society. Prerequisites: PSY 202 or 203 and six additional hours in psychology. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 410 - Psychology of Human Emotion An interdisciplinary survey of theory and research relevant to the psychological/physiological expression and experience of emotion in humans. The history of the study of emotion will be covered, as well as several theories concerning typical expressions of emotion representing a variety of psychological perspectives. Findings from psychological, sociological, anthropological and evolutionary theory concerning cross-cultural differences in the experience and expression of emotion will also be presented. Prerequisites: PSY 101, six additional credit hours in psychology. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 411 - Behavioral Neuroscience An integrated approach to understanding neurophysiology, neuroanatomy and brain-behavior relationships. Emphasis on the neural mechanisms underlying human behavior, including motivation, emotion, learning and cognition. Major theoretical perspectives, functional processes and research related to both normal and atypical neurological functioning are examined. Prerequisites: PSY 101; and BIO 110 and 111 or BIO 201 and 202. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 412 - Sensory and Perceptual Processes Experimental study of sensory mechanisms and perceptual phenomena. Prerequisites: PSY 101, six additional credit hours in psychology. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 420 - Psychopharmacology Biological bases of major psychiatric disorders and the medications used to treat these disorders. Neurochemical and neurological mechanisms involved in the disorders and the neurochemical mechanisms affected by psychopharmacological medications. Open only to juniors and seniors. Prerequisites: PSY 101 and six additional credit hours in psychology, preferably to include PSY 421. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 421 - Abnormal Psychology Characteristics, etiology, treatment of abnormal behavior patterns. Field study may be assigned. Prerequisites: PSY 101, three additional hours in psychology. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 422 - Social Psychology An introduction to the research and theories of social psychology, taking a scientific-based approach to the psychological processes underlying social behavior. Topics to be covered include perception of self and others, social cognition, interpersonal attraction and group processes. Not open to those having credit for EXS 287. Prerequisite: PSY 101. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 429 - Special Topics In Psychology Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes. Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit. (1-4 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionallyAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 431 - Psychology of Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Broad overview of intellectual disabilities and autism, with specific emphasis on major areas of research and controversy, including issues in definition, etiology, behavioral characteristics, intervention. Prerequisite: PSY 101; recommended: PSY 231, 232, 331, 332 or 333. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 432 - Psychology of Learning Disabilities An examination of the physical, social-emotional and cognitive characteristics of individuals with learning disabilities. Theory and application of intervention strategies are also studied. Prerequisite: PSY 101; recommended: PSY 231, 232, 331, 332 or 333. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 433 - Behavior Disorders in Educational Settings A study of the cognitive and social-emotional characteristics of children and youth with behavior disorders. Etiology as well as intervention techniques will be discussed. Prerequisite: PSY 101. Recommended: PSY 231, 232, 331, 332 or 333. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 435 - Health Psychology An overview of topics in health psychology, including an examination of the research theory and methods of health psychology. Addresses the contributions of psychology to understanding the antecedents of health, illness and related dysfunctions such as substance abuse, the determinants of health promotion, the prevention of illness, and coping. Not open to those having credit for HLH 394. Prerequisites: PSY 101, six additional credit hours in psychology. Fulfills: LASR (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 482 - Senior Seminar in Psychology Individual study or projects on selected topics in contemporary psychology — integration, elaboration of previous course work. Open only to senior psychology majors in their last semester. Prerequisite: PSY 404. Fulfills: PRES. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 486 - Counseling Psychology Survey of systems of counseling, psychotherapy; consideration of prevention theory and methods, clinical techniques, professional issues, research in therapeutic effectiveness. Prerequisites: PSY 101, six additional credit hours of psychology. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 490 - Readings in Psychology Independent reading on selected topic. Limited to topics for which no formal course is offered. Student is supervised by department member. Course may be taken only once. Prerequisites: Nine credit hours in psychology, consent of department. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 491 - Special Study in Psychology I Independent study or research on selected topic. May be repeatable with consent of department. May be taken for honors credit. Prerequisite: Consent of department. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 492 - Special Study in Psychology II May be taken for honors credit. Prerequisites: PSY 491, consent of department. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semesterAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 493 - Senior Thesis in Psychology Investigation, written report of selected problem in major field of psychological research. Supervised by a member of the department. Completed thesis to be presented at a colloquium. May be taken for honors credit. Prerequisites: PSY 491, consent of department. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code A = offered every semester
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 501 - Advanced Educational Psychology Advanced study of psychological principles, theories related to education. Prerequisite: PSY 231, 232, 332 or 333. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per yearAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 520 - Psychopharmacology The study of the biological bases of major psychiatric disorders and the medications used to treat these disorders. Special attention will be paid to neurochemical and neurological mechanisms involved in the disorders and the neurochemical mechanisms affected by psychopharmacological medications. Not open to students with credit for PSY 420. Prerequisites: PSY 101 and six additional credit hours of psychology, preferably to include PSY 421. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 529 - Special Topics In Psychology Selected topics. May be taken more than once as subtitle changes. Prerequisites: Designated by department as appropriate for content and academic level of credit. (1-4 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionallyAdditional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 533 - Advanced Developmental Psychology Advanced study of the developmental processes from childhood through adulthood. Emphasis on developmental changes in cognitive, personality and social processes. Prerequisites: PSY 101 and at least one of PSY 231, 232, 332, 333 or 334, or permission of the department. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code B = offered at least once per year
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
PSY 535 - Health Psychology An overview of the main topics in health psychology, including an introduction to the research, theory and methods of health psychology. This course addresses the contributions of the field to the understanding of the antecedents of health, illness (e.g., heart disease, cancer, AIDS) and related dysfunctions (e.g., substance abuse), the determinants of health promotion and maintenance, the prevention and treatment of illness, coping and to the psychology of major health problems. Not open to students with credit for PSY 435. Prerequisite: PSY 101 or consent of department. Fulfills: LASR. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally
Additional frequency code descriptions can be found in the Terminology Guide.
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