PSYC 222-GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)
A study of the various fields of psychology, the developmental process, learning, motivation, emotion, frustration and adjustment, attention and perception, memory and cognition, group dynamics, and abnormal behavior.  Attention is given to the application of these topics to problems of study, self-understanding, and adjustment to the demands of society.  Required of all prospective teachers. *Psyc222 is a prerequisite to all psychology courses. Offered in the fall, spring, and summer. [Return]

PSYC 232-SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY (3) (SOCI 232)
A study of forms of interaction of personalities which characterize social life.  Topics for consideration include the manner in which status and role characteristics affect personality, the behavior of small groups studied experimentally, group pressure on individual judgment, rumor, leadership, crowd behavior, and social movement.  Offered in the spring. [Return]

PSYC 260-DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)
A study of the course of human development from conception to death, including physical, moral, cognitive, emotional, and social development.  Normal developmental tasks are also examined.  Offered in the fall. [Return]

PSYC 267-STATISTICS FOR THE SOCIAL SCIENCES (3)
An introduction to the mathematical techniques used for evaluating behavioral and social science data as well as to the conceptual and theoretical framework behind many of these techniques.  The semester will begin with a discuss of basic descriptive and predictive methods (i.e., central tendency, variability, correlation and regression); but a greater part of the term will be spent discussing probability theory, hypothesis testing and scientific decision-making.  Since this is a psychology course, emphasis will be placed on statistical applications for psychological data, but these methods can be used in other fields as well.  Offered alternate spring. [Return]

PSYC 325-PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS OF CHILDHOOD AND ADOLESCENCE (3)
A study of the causes and treatment of various psychological disorders of childhood and adolescence, for example, anxiety disorders, depression, childhood schizophrenia, and autism.  Offered in the fall of odd years. [Return]

PSYC 330-RESEARCH METHODS IN BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES (4) (SOWK 330)
An introduction to the basic methods of experimental psychology.  Special emphasis is placed on increasing the student's ability to understand and evaluate scientific articles as well as to conduct and report research.  Exposure to historically significant problem areas is provided.  Laboratory work is an integral part of the course.  *Prerequisites: Math 160. Offered in the fall and spring. [Return]

PSYC 364-PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN RELATIONS (3)
A study of factors which affect human relationships, e.g., family of origin, personal values, parenting styles, making choices, personal growth, and sex roles.  Offered in the fall and spring. [Return]

PSYC 365-INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)
A study of psychological principles as applied to business and industry, to employer-employee relationships, and to producer and consumer behavior.  Offered as required. [Return]

PSYC 368-PSYCHOLOGY OF LEARNING (3)
A survey of the major concepts and research methods for studying learning and cognition (e.g., language development, memory formation, and conditioning procedures.  Offered in the spring. [Return]

PSYC 369-PHYSIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)
A study of the biological correlates of behavior.  Emphasis is placed on the development and organization of the nervous system, the function and structure of sensory and motor systems, and the physiological basis of motivated behavior.  Offered in the fall and spring. [Return]

PSYC 372-PERCEPTION (3)
A study of the organizing principles of perception.  Topics such as perception of movement, depth, taste and smell, form, color, and illusions are examined.  Offered as required. [Return]

PSYC 373-EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN (3) (EDUC 373)
A study of issues related to the identification, assessment, and instruction of children with special needs, including the academically gifted.  The course will include and examination of current definitions of exceptionality, legal issues, teaching strategies, coordination with families and community agencies, and the professional responsibility of the teacher.  Offered in the fall and summer. [Return]

PSYC 421-SPORT PSYCHOLOGY (3)
The psychological foundations that underlie sport and physical performance, with an emphasis on application rather than theory.  Includes discussion of motor skill learning, motivation, social interaction, mental training and the effects of stress, injury and burnout. Examines goal-setting, characteristics of peak performance, relaxation and imagery training, and implementation of other psychological training programs.  Offered in the fall.  [Return]

PSYC 430-ADVANCED RESEARCH (3)
A seminar course designed to give students experience in evaluating literature, planning and conducting original research and technical writing aimed at publication.  Emphasis will be on gaining mastery of topics by extensive literature review and on gaining critical thinking skills necessary for scientific inquiry.  *Prerequisites: a grade of C or better in Psych 330 and Math 160.  Instructor permission required.  Offered alternate spring. [Return]

PSYC 461-ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)
A survey of the major forms of abnormal behavior of children and adults, with an emphasis on understanding the cause, treatment, and prevention of these disorders.  *Prerequisites: Nine semester hours of psychology. Offered in the spring. [Return]

PSYC 463-EDUCATIONAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING (3)
A study of the principles of educational and psychological testing in the areas of aptitude, achievement, personality, interests, and attitudes.  An examination of the various types of tests through using test manuals and the tests themselves.  The application of these tests to educational and psychological measurement is addressed.  Offered in the spring. [Return]

PSYC 467-ADVANCED STATISTICS (3)
An exploration of quantitative methods of data analysis, including: higher order analysis of variance, factor analysis, multiple regression and other multivariate techniques.  Emphasis is placed on the logic and utility of statistical techniques and on computer applications of data analysis.  *Prerequisites: a grade of C or better in Psyc 330 and Psyc 267 or Math 160.  Offered as needed. [Return]

PSYC 471-CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)
A survey of the field of clinical psychology, with emphasis on the major positions in which clinical psychologists are employed and their principal activities.  *Prerequisites: Psychology 364 and 461. [Return]

PSYC 475-THEORIES OF PERSONALITY (3)
A survey of the major personality theories ranging from Freud's theory to Existentialism.  This is a seminar for psychology majors only.  Offered in the fall of odd years. [Return]

PSYC 480-HISTORY OF PSYCHOLOGY (3)
A study of the important figures, concepts, schools, and systems of psychology from the early Greek philosophers to the present; an exploration of the development of psychological research and theory within the modern and post-modern sociopolitical context; and a reevaluation of psychology's heritage from the perspective of a Christian worldview.  Offered in the fall. [Return]

PSYC 490-PRACTICUM: DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (3)
A practicum in a setting for the developmentally disabled or an institution for the mentally retarded.  At the institution, students are given the opportunity to become involved in various programs that allow for the practical application of coursework.  Supervision is arranged through the staff of the institution and the faculty at Campbell.  The student participates in a seminar and also writes a paper concerning his or her experiences.  Offered in fall and spring only through the main campus. [Return]

PSYC 492-PRACTICUM: TECHNIQUES AND COUNSELING (3)
Work for approximately a half-day per week in an applied setting with a mental health counselor, public school counselor, probation officer, or psychologist.  Students also participate in an on-campus seminar involving readings and discussions of various aspects of counseling.  They write papers related to an aspect of counseling and their work experiences.  They also develop and write papers concerning their philosophy and theory of counseling.  Supervision is jointly arranged by the staff of the applied setting and the faculty.  Offered in the fall only through the main campus. [Return]

PSYC 497-INTERNSHIP (6)
Full-time work for selected upper class students in a human services setting during a summer session.  The students are supervised by the staff of the institution and Campbell faculty and are involved in activities with a staff psychologist or mental health counselor at the respective institution or agency.  Offered in the summer only through the main campus. [Return]

PSYC 499-DIRECTED STUDY (1-3)
A directed study designed to permit an advanced psychology major to investigate in detail specific problem areas relating to his or her primary field of interest.  Permission must be obtained from the psychology instructor, chair, and dean. [Return]

PSYC 526-DRUG TREATMENTS OF PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS (1)
An overview of the psychotropic medications that health care providers prescribe for various emotional, mental and behavioral disorders.  Class discussion will begin with some basic issues in drug action (i.e., potency, efficacy, primary effects and side effects, administration, distribution and metabolism).  Focus will be on educating non-medical professionals about the use of drug treatments for conditions like depression, excessive anxiety, ADHD, schizophrenia and others.  Offered in the spring.  [Return]

Sociology Course Listing (SOCI 000) (CIP 45.1101)

225 Principles of Sociology 
A study of human social interaction and society.  Specific topics include cultural variations, societal institutions, collective behavior, and demographics.  Offered in the fall and spring.  [Return]

232 SOCIOLOGY-(PSYC 232) (3)
A study of forms of interaction of personalities which characterize social life.  Topics for consideration include the manner in which status and role characteristics affect personality, the behavior of small groups studied experimentally, group pressure on individual judgment, rumor, leadership, crowd behavior, and social movement.  Offered in the spring. [Return]

226 SOCIAL POBLEMS (3)
The nature and extent of social problems in contemporary life examined in terms of causes and constructive methods of prevention and treatment.  Offered in the fall and summer.

340 THE FAMILY (3) (RELG 340)
A socio-cultural study of the family as an institution with emphasis on the family in its current cultural setting.  Topics studied include family dynamics as they arise in the family life cycle.  The religious dimension of the family is explored.  Prerequisite:  Religion 125.[Return]

344 Sociology of Religion (3) (Relg 344)
An investigation of the socio-cultural structure of American Christianity. The meaning and belonging functions of religion are explored. [Return]

345 HUMAN DIVERSITY (3) (SOWK 345)
A study of the biological, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of human diversity.  All elementary and middle grades education majors must complete this course. [Return]

359 JUVENILE DELINQUENCY (3)
A study of delinquency as a form of socially deviant behavior.  Its definition and extent, the limitations of statistics, theories of causation, the delinquent subculture, prevention, and treatment are explored. [Return]

360 GERONTOLOGY (3)
A study of the biological, sociological, psychological, and behavioral changes occurring in later life, from the standpoint of both the individual and society. [Return]

450 WOMEN IN OUR CULTURE (3) (FCSI 450)
A course examining the major contributions of women to society and culture.  This course encourages students to become knowledgeable about the influence of women on a global level regarding law, public policy, education, architecture, furniture, politics, employment, the economy, religion, health, medicine, and the media.  Open to all students. [Return]