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  • PSYC 373: Data Collection & Analysis
    3.00 Credits
    Tusculum University

    Students will implement their independent study proposal. Appropriate statistical techniques for quantitative hypothesis testing in the behavioral sciences, including the logic, assumptions, computation and interpretation of these statistical tests will be covered as well as the integration of statistical test results into a written research report. Prerequisites: PSYC 101, PSYC 201, PSYC 201L and MATH 140.
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  • PSYC 400: Seminar in Psychology
    3.00 Credits
    Tusculum University

    Required for all psychology majors, this course acts as a capstone within the psychology department. Major themes and concepts of the content domains of psychology will be reviewed as students demonstrate their knowledge, ability to apply the knowledge, and syntheses within their field of study. Students will prepare a cover letter and a résumé or curriculum vitae for review by the instructor.Prerequisites: Two psychology courses and Senior standing.
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  • PSYC 403: Forensic Psychology
    3.00 Credits
    Tusculum University

    A broad overview of the field of forensic psychology and the numerous ways that psychology interacts with the law with special emphasis on issues of current practice and ethical issues in forensic psychology. Prerequisite: Junior Standing.
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  • PSYC 410: Testing and Measurement
    3.00 Credits
    Tusculum University

    A general understanding of the theory and practice of psychological testing and assessment will be examined. Specific content will include: test construction, issues of reliability and validity, factor analysis and appropriate uses of testing with a special emphasis on a variety of instruments used to measure attitudes and beliefs, personality traits and psychopathology. Prerequisite: PSYC 101, PSYC 201, PSYC 201L, and MATH 140.
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  • PSYC 415: History and Systems of Psychology
    3.00 Credits
    Tusculum University

    An overview of the historical developments and theories within the field of psychology with special emphasis on the social, philosophical and scientific trends that influenced them will be examined. In addition, students will evaluate their impact and contributions to the field of psychology. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and Junior Standing in the psychology program.
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  • PSYC 425: Psychosocial/Medical Aspcts of Addiction
    3.00 Credits
    Tusculum University

    The study of the physiological, psychological, and sociological aspects of alcohol/drug use, abuse and dependence will be addressed. The course will also include etiological, behavioral, cultural and demographic aspects and belief systems about alcohol/drug use along with the processes of dependence, withdrawal, and addiction including signs, symptoms and behavior patterns. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and Junior or Senior standing.
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  • PSYC 430: Cultural Psychology
    3.00 Credits
    Tusculum University

    In this course students will explore cultures, the experience and interpretation of experience through a cultural lens, and the diversity of human psychological functioning across cultures. Prerequisites: PSYC 101, Junior Standing or permission of the program.
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  • PSYC 449: Ethics and Legal Issues
    3.00 Credits
    Tusculum University

    This course will introduce students to core ethical principles in the helping professions, case precedents and the specific codes of professional organizations. Prerequisites: Two psychology courses at the 200, 300 or 400 level and Junior Standing.
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  • PSYC 450: Independent Study
    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Tusculum University

    Under the guidance of a psychology faculty member, the student plans and carries out an independent exploration of a topic not covered in the regular curriculum. Study generally will consist of a review of literature in a specific area but also may involve data analysis or exploratory research in the field. (This course is distinguished from Psychology 350 in that a complete research project is not carried out.) In most cases, the student will be expected to produce a comprehensive paper on his or her topic as part of the course requirements. The course may be repeated once on a different topic, for a maximum of 8 semester hours. Learning Outcome: Analytical Reading. Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor. Offered on demand.
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  • PSYC 453: Independent Research
    3.00 Credits
    Tusculum University

    Students will design, conduct, and report on an original research project. The course may be repeated once for a total of 6 semester hours. This course will offer an honors component to fulfill honors program requirements. Prerequisites: PSYC 101, PSYC 201, PSYC 201L, PSYC 353, PSYC 373 and MATH 140.
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