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Graduate Courses
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Graduate Courses |
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Graduate Course Descriptions The number of credit hours allotted a course is designated by the last digit of the course number. |
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| Psychology | ||||
| 7003 | Behavioral Neurosciences and Psychopharmacology | Introduction to human neuroanatomy, nervous system functioning, biological foundations of several major behavioral systems, and of psychopharmacology. Survey of current issues in the neurosciences, emphasizing topics of particular relevance in applied settings. | ||
| 7023 | Interpersonal Processes | Examination of principles of group dynamics, with primary emphasis on intimate relationships and interpersonal problems such as shyness, loneliness, betrayal, and family discord. | ||
| 7033 | Systems and Theories of Personality |
Survey of central contributions and current issues in the psychology of personality, with particular emphasis on theory and research relevant to applied problems. |
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| 7043 | Social Psychology | Survey of theory and research in social psychology, emphasizing group dynamics, attitudes, and the analysis of problems in applied settings. | ||
| 7053 | Psychometrics | Discussion of principles and techniques of measurement and scale development/validation. Special emphasis is given to assessment of personality and behavior. | ||
| 7113 | Clinical Assessment: Intellectual | Introduction to psychometric theory, the structure of mental abilities, ethics of assessment, issues of human diversity, report writing, and case presentation in the domain of intellectual functioning. Concurrent enrollment in associated laboratory is required. | ||
| 7133 |
Cognitive Psychology |
A study of major concepts and current issues in learning, memory, perception, cognition, thinking, motivation, and emotion. | ||
| 7143 | History and Systems of Psychology | A survey of contemporary systems and major theories of psychology, treated as evolutionary developments from their historical roots. | ||
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7153 |
Psychopathology | Intensive survey of clinical theory and research concerning various psychiatric disorders at the social, psychological, and physiological levels of analysis. Issues of classification and diagnosis are emphasized, along with the etiology and course of major disorders, and gender and ethnicity issues in psychopathology. | ||
| 7183 |
Statistical Methods of Research I |
Advanced statistical techniques, including analysis of variance, multiple regression, multiple and partial correlation, analysis of covariance and some nonparametric methods. Prerequisite: an introductory statistics course. Cannot be counted for Doctoral credit. |
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| 7193 |
Clinical Assessment: Personality |
Introduction to personality assessment with an emphasis on objective techniques. Issues include methods of test construction, psychometric theory of tests, ethics and test standards, issues of ethnic, cultural, and linguistic diversity in assessment, problems in clinical judgment, and the administration, scoring, and interpretation of several widely used personality tests. | ||
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7203 |
Foundations for the Human Sciences | Survey of contemporary developments in the theory and practice of social science, with emphasis on critical analysis and interdisciplinary studies of the individual in a sociocultural context. | ||
| 7223 |
Theory and Practice of Clinical Psychology |
Introduction to scientist-practitioners model of clinical psychology. Intake interview and Mental Status Examination skills are developed. Introduction to major theories of clinical intervention and ethnic, cultural, and linguistic diversity issues in clinical work are presented. | ||
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7283 |
Statistical Methods for Research II |
Advanced statistical techniques, including analysis of variance, multiple regression, multiple and partial correlation, analysis of covariance and some nonparametric methods. Prerequisite: an introductory statistic course. |
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| 7333 | Research Methods in Clinical Psychology | Analysis of the rationale and techniques of the scientific study of clinical psychology. Emphasis on methodology and special concerns relevant to the naturalistic study and evaluation of intervention strategies. | ||
| 7383 | Multivariate Methods for Research | Considers theoretical, computational, and interpretive issues of multivariate techniques using computer solutions. Topics include multiple analysis of variance (MANOVA) and covariance (MANCOVA), factor analysis, multiple discriminant analysis, regression, canonical correlation and other commonly encountered multivariate techniques. | ||
| 7441-9 (1-9 hours) | Fieldwork in I/O Psychology | Practical, supervised work experience in private or public sector organizations. Emphasis differs across different placements. | ||
| 7451-6 (1-6 hours) |
Clinical Practicum |
Practical, supervised work experience with actual clinical populations. Emphasis varies across different placements. Site placement must be individually arranged with practicum coordinator. Because course meetings are essential for integrating science with practice, attendance is required. Enrollment limited to matriculated clinical students. | ||
| 7543 |
Ethics, Law, & Clinical Practice |
Examines the ethical principles and standards that provide a guiding framework for professional behavior, and reviews the laws that regulate psychological practice. Introduces students to the practice of ethical decision-making across a variety of hypothetical contexts and assists them in identifying particular behaviors that reduce the risk of misconduct and promote the ethical practice of psychology. | ||
| 7703 | Child Development | This course addresses development from the prenatal period through adolescence. The focus is the child within the family and the family within the community and broader social environment. | ||
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7961 |
Residency | |||
| 7973 | Seminar |
Intensive, semester-long study of special topics in I/O and clinical psychology. |
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7991-9 (1-9 hours) |
Independent Study | |||
| 8003 | Introduction to Industrial/Organizational Psychology | Survey of theory and research on the influence of individual and organizational factors, task involvement, relationships among individuals, leadership processes, and assessment on organizational effectiveness. | ||
| 8013 | I/O Assessment Lab | Administration and interpretation of widely used instruments for assessment of individual, team and organization functioning. Test development, validation, and use in applied and basic research. | ||
| 8023 | Human Factors |
Analysis of individuals in human-machine systems. Covers complex systems, development of environments, and the design of equipment and facilities for human use. |
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| 8053 | Clinical Neuropsychology |
Examination of neuroanatomy, brain behavior relationships, and cognitive/behavioral procedures for assessing brain functioning, with overview of major brain disorders and recent developments. |
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8063 |
Intervention Techniques II | Examination of theoretical approaches to psychological intervention and the intervention techniques generated from these theories. Case material is used to illustrate theory, practical considerations, ethical, diversity, and scientific efficacy issues related to intervention. | ||
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8073 |
Compensation |
This course focuses on the structure, design, and evaluation of contemporary organizational reward systems. Course topics include linking compensation strategies to broader issues of organizational mission and strategic purpose, issues of internal and external equity in reward systems, and methodological strategies for the design of effective compensation systems. | ||
| 8083 | Training | This course examines theoretical and practical issues concerning the development and implementation of training programs. Course topics include: assessment of training needs, design of training programs to meet organizational needs, psychological principles in the acquisition of knowledge, characteristics of individuals that facilitate and/or inhibit training program success, and evaluation of program effectiveness. | ||
| 8093 | Job Analysis | This course examines processes through which job requirements are researched and identified. The basis for developing job tasks and knowledge, skills, and abilities is examined. Students will become proficient with all major job analysis techniques that are the foundation for test development, performance evaluation, training, compensation, and job design. | ||
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8103 |
Personnel Selection | This course examines theory and applications of employment testing. It considers all validation strategies under the Uniform Guidelines and professional standards. Students will develop knowledge of major test types as well as processes for developing criterion variables. Research designs, including implementation and utility analyses, are emphasized. | ||
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8113 |
Applied Multivariate Statistics |
Covers applications and extensions of the general linear model. Typical topics include linear and non-linear regression analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, structural equation modeling, and meta-analysis. Students will apply techniques to contemporary psychological problems. | ||
| 8133 | Emotion | Review of the dominant theories of emotion, including physiological, cognitive, and behavioral components. Examination of current topics and application of theory to understanding and ameliorating human problems. | ||
| 8451-6 (1-6 hours) | Doctoral Level Practicum in Clinical Psychology | Practical, supervised work experience with actual clinical populations. Emphasis varies across different placements. Site placement must be individually arranged with practicum coordinator. Because course meetings are essential for integrating science with practice, attendance is required. Enrollment limited to matriculated clinical students. | ||
| 8800-9 (0-9 hours) | Clinical Psychology Internship | Intensive, full-time experience in an approved training facility engaged in clinical service delivery. Includes professional work with clients, special training opportunities, and close supervision by licensed psychologists. Students must register during the internship, and they must satisfactorily complete the internship for the Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. | ||
| 8973 | Doctoral Level Seminar | Rotating topical seminars on current issues of professional relevance. | ||
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8991-9 (1-9 hours) |
Pre-dissertation Research | |||
| 9981-9 (1-9 hours) | Dissertation Research | |||
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Approved Undergraduate Courses
The following undergraduate courses may be taken for graduate credit within the limits of the degree program and with the approval of the program director and the instructor. Graduate students enrolling in these courses complete assignments in addition to those completed by undergraduate students in the course. |
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| 6403 |
Psychology of Personality |
Examines the major issues and methodological approaches to the study of personality, with emphasis on the biological and social factors that contribute to enduring tendencies and to human individuality. | ||
| 6413 | History of Psychology | The history of psychological thought from the pre-Socratic Greeks to the present and the development of psychology in the schools of structuralism, functionalism, behaviorism, Gestalt, and psychoanalysis. | ||
| 6423 | Gender and Psychology | Course reviews psychological research and theory pertaining to gender. | ||
| 6433 | Cognitive Psychology | An examination of cognitive processes involved in human perception, thinking, and learning, with a focus on theories and research on human information procession. | ||
| 6443 | Aging and Society | Examines the nature and implications of aging. Emphasis on competing theoretical perspectives on later life as well as practical issues (coping with stress of bereavement, declining health and independence, families in later life, care giving, abuse, ageism). | ||
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6463 |
Multicultural Community Psychology | Examines theories of culture, personality, and ethnicity; the psychological impact of racism and sexism; the acculturation and assimilation of immigrants; the special problems of refugees; intervention and prevention programs for community development among marginal groups. | ||
| 6483 | Biological Foundations of Behavior | Structure and function of the nervous system and related structures, with emphasis on neuron conduction and transmission, sensation, and current theory and research on the biological correlates of behavior. | ||
| 6493 | Children and Families with Special Needs | Emphasis on psychological, sociological, educational, philosophical, and ethical aspects of children and families with special needs. A family system approach is used to study the special needs accompanying problems in childhood (e.g., disabilities, chronic illness, child abuse). | top | |
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