to both parametric and nonparametric statistics commonly used in correlational and experimental designs. Computer applications will be utilized. This course is a prerequisite to PSYC 3122, Research Methods, and to all 4000-level PSYC courses. Prerequisite: PSYC 1101 with a grade of C or better.

PSYC 3122 Research Methods (3-2-4)
A survey of the most commonly used research designs and methods in psychology, including both experimental and correlational methods. The philosophy of science, research ethics, synthesis of research literature, and report writing in the style of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association will also be covered. Students will conduct research projects to gain practical experience. This course is a prerequisite to all 4000-level PSYC courses. Prerequisite: PSYC 1101, and PSYC 3121 or MATH 2210, each with a grade of C or better

PSYC 3131 Child and Adolescent Development (3-0-3)
A focused study of behavioral and maturational changes from conception through adolescence. Developmental theories and research are presented with emphasis on applying concepts to life experiences. Laboratory experience may be available to individual students at the discretion of the instructor. Prerequisite: PSYC 1101 with a grade of C or better.

PSYC 3133 Adult Development and Aging (3-0-3)
The study of physical, cognitive, behavioral, and psychosocial changes occurring from young adulthood to old age. Focus is placed on areas of special relevance to adults and aged individuals including parenting, relationships, work and retirement, preventative health measures, and death and dying issues. Experiences supplemental to those in the classroom will be gained in community settings. Prerequisite: PSYC 1101 with a grade of C or better.

PSYC 3140 Theories of Personality (3-0-3)
A survey of the major theories of personality, together with research on the biological, sociocultural and psychological foundations of personality. Emphasis will be placed on the integrated aspects of personality. Prerequisite: PSYC 1101 with a grade of C or better.

PSYC 3148 Abnormal Psychology (3-0-3)
The study of various forms of maladaptive behaviors and intellectual deficits with focus upon terminology and classification systems, etiology, and recognition of primary symptoms. Prerequisite: PSYC 1101 with a grade of C or better.

PSYC 3155 Psychology of Gender (3-0-3)
This course will study the construct of gender and how it has been analyzed and investigated in psychology. A multi-cultural perspective will be adopted to examine historical and contemporary theories related to gender psychology. Prerequisite: PSYC 1101 with a grade of C or better.

PSYC 3160 Sensation and Perception (2-2-3)
A study of the biological and psychological processes that govern encoding and storage of sensory information, as well as the construction of individual perceptions

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