Undergraduate Program

Spring Term Schedule

Spring 2022

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
PSYC 101-1 Introduction to Psychology Marie-Joelle Estrada TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
Is a balanced and integrated survey of psychology with coverage of both social and natural science domains. Sections of PSYC 101 vary, but most consist of lectures, readings, discussions, and demonstrations. Location Hoyt Hall Room 104 (TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
PSYC 110-1 Neural Foundations of Behavior Kevin Davis TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM
Introduces the structure and organization of the brain, and its role in perception, movement, thinking, and other behavior. Topics include the brain as a special kind of computer, localization of function, effects of brain damage and disorders, differences between human and animal brains, sex differences, perception and control of movement, sleep, regulation of body states and emotions, and development and aging. No prerequisites. Location Hoyt Hall Room 104 (TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM)
PSYC 110-2 Neural Foundations of Behavior - Recitation Kevin Davis R 4:50PM - 6:05PM
Recitation for BCSC 110/CVSC 110/PSYC 110. Introduces the structure and organization of the brain, and its role in perception, movement, thinking, and other behavior. Topics include the brain as a special kind of computer, localization of function, effects of brain damage and disorders, differences between human and animal brains, sex differences, perception and control of movement, sleep, regulation of body states and emotions, and development and aging. No prerequisites. Location Hylan Building Room 201 (R 4:50PM - 6:05PM)
PSYC 110-3 Neural Foundations of Behavior - Recitation Kevin Davis M 4:50PM - 6:05PM
Recitation for BCSC 110/CVSC 110/PSYC 110. Introduces the structure and organization of the brain, and its role in perception, movement, thinking, and other behavior. Topics include the brain as a special kind of computer, localization of function, effects of brain damage and disorders, differences between human and animal brains, sex differences, perception and control of movement, sleep, regulation of body states and emotions, and development and aging. No prerequisites. Location Morey Room 525 (M 4:50PM - 6:05PM)
PSYC 110-4 Neural Foundations of Behavior - Recitation Kevin Davis F 2:00PM - 3:15PM
Recitation for BCSC 110/PSYC 110/CVSC 110. Introduces the structure and organization of the brain, and its role in perception, movement, thinking, and other behavior. Topics include the brain as a special kind of computer, localization of function, effects of brain damage and disorders, differences between human and animal brains, sex differences, perception and control of movement, sleep, regulation of body states and emotions, and development and aging. No prerequisites. Location Meliora Room 221 (F 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
PSYC 111-1 Foundations of Cognitive Science Chung-Lin Yang MW 3:25PM - 4:40PM
Introduces the organization of mental processes underlying cognition and behavior. Topics include perception, language, learning, memory, and intelligence. This course integrates knowledge of cognition generated from the field of cognitive psychology with findings from artificial intelligence and cognitive neuroscience. No prerequisites. Location Hoyt Hall Room 104 (MW 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
PSYC 153-1 Cognition Chung-Lin Yang TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
Considers human cognitive processes, including behavioral, cognitive-neuroscientific, connectionist, and evolutionary approaches to the understanding of cognition. Explores how we perceive and integrate sensory information to build a coherent perception of the world. Includes topics on perception, attention, memory, language, cognitive development, and artificial intelligence. Prerequisites: BCS 111 required, BCS 110 recommended Location Dewey Room 1101 (TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM)
PSYC 161-1 Social Psychology & Individual Differences Andrew Elliot MW 3:25PM - 4:40PM
An introduction to the field of social psychology and an overview of research on individual differences in personality. Topics include the self, attitudes, social cognition, emotion, interpersonal attraction, relationships, helping, social influence, group behavior, and dispositional differences among people. Students will complete several individual difference measures and receive individualized feedback at the end of the course. Format is lectures augmented with discussions and demonstrations. Location Hutchison Hall Room 141 (MW 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
PSYC 161W-1 Social Psychology & Individual Differences Andrew Elliot –
Fulfills Upper-Level Writing Requirement.
PSYC 172-1 Development of Mind & Brain Daniel Mruzek TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
Introduces human development, focusing on the ability to perceive objects and sounds, to think and reason, and to learn and remember language and other significant patterned stimulation. Includes the nature and mechanisms of development in humans and an overview of what is known about brain and behavioral development in other species. No prerequisites. Location Morey Room 321 (TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
PSYC 208-1 Lab in Perception & Cognition Kevin Davis T 3:30PM - 6:30PM
Introduces behavioral and psychophysical studies of perceptual and cognitive phenomena. Students perform, analyze, interpret, and report results from experiments that move from reproducing classic phenomena to conducting new studies independently. Prerequisites: STAT 212 and either BCSC 151 or BCSC 153 Location Meliora Room 178 (T 3:30PM - 6:30PM)
PSYC 209-1 Psychology of Human Sexuality Ronald Rogge TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
Survey course on understanding sexuality. Includes such topics as biological sexual differentiation, gender role, gender-linked social behaviors, reproduction issues, intimacy, and the role of social and personal factors in psychosexual development. Prerequisite: PSYC 101 Location Hutchison Hall Room 141 (TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
PSYC 209W-1 Psychology of Human Sexuality Ronald Rogge –
Fulfills upper-level writing requirement.
PSYC 210-1 Social Cognition Jeremy Jamieson MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM
Social cognition combines classic social psychology with methods and theories from cognitive psychology and neuroscience to study how people make sense of each other and the social world. We will examine how the social environment influences cognitive processes such as attention, heuristics, and appraisals, and how these processes in turn affect decisions, behaviors, and health. We will critically evaluate research on a variety of topics, such as emotion regulation, stereotyping and prejudice, and stress and decision making. Prerequisite: PSYC 101 recommended Location Dewey Room 2110D (MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM)
PSYC 210W-1 Social Cognition Jeremy Jamieson –
Fulfills upper-level writing requirement.
PSYC 219-1 Research Methods in Psychology Karl Rosengren; Daniel Mruzek MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM
An introduction to the basic concepts, logic, and procedures needed to do psychological research with an emphasis on current best practices. Hands-on experience with all major phases of the research process is provided, including: surveying the existing literature, developing research hypotheses, collecting and analyzing data, and reporting the results in manuscript form. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and an introductory statistics course (e.g., STAT 211, STAT 212) Location Morey Room 502 (MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
PSYC 219W-1 Research Methods in Psychology Karl Rosengren; Daniel Mruzek –
Fulfills upper-level writing requirement.
PSYC 221-1 Auditory Perception Kevin Davis MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM
This course considers how we comprehend the auditory environment. Topics include the physical stimulus for hearing, the physiology of the auditory system (both at the periphery and in the central nervous system), the psychophysics of basic auditory perception (e.g., hearing thresholds), higher level auditory perception (including auditory scene analysis and the perception of complex auditory events such as speech and music), and hearing disorders. Considers research from a diverse range of perspectives including behavioral research, cognitive neuroscience, studies of individual differences, and research that adopts a comparative perspective. Prerequisite: BCSC 110 or BCSC 111 Location Hutchison Hall Room 473 (MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
PSYC 221-2 Auditory Perception - Recitation Kevin Davis F 10:25AM - 11:40AM
Recitation for BCSC 221/PSYC 221. This course considers how we comprehend the auditory environment. Topics include the physical stimulus for hearing, the physiology of the auditory system (both at the periphery and in the central nervous system), the psychophysics of basic auditory perception (e.g., hearing thresholds), higher level auditory perception (including auditory scene analysis and the perception of complex auditory events such as speech and music), and hearing disorders. Considers research from a diverse range of perspectives including behavioral research, cognitive neuroscience, studies of individual differences, and research that adopts a comparative perspective. Prerequisite: BCSC 110 or BCSC 111 Location Hutchison Hall Room 473 (F 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
PSYC 246-1 Biology of Mental Disorders Renee Miller TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
Examines the neurobiology of anxiety/phobic conditions, mood disorders, and chronic psychotic states, particularly schizophrenia. Considers definitions of psychiatric syndromes, the problems of diagnosis, brain organization, and neurotransmitter systems involved in state functions. Introduces research approaches including epidemiologic, phenomenologic, family/adoption, longitudinal descriptive, psychophysiologic, neuropharmacologic, genetic linkage, and postmortem studies; emphasizes recent in vivo brain imaging and neuroreceptor studies. Prerequisite: NSCI 201/BCSC 240 Location Goergen Hall Room 101 (TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
PSYC 259-1 Language Development Chigusa Kurumada TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
Introduces children's language development, including the acquisition of phonology, syntax, and semantics. Focuses on the acquisition of a first language by young children, comparing the acquisition of a variety of spoken and signed languages to find possible universal principles of language learning. Prerequisites: BCSC 152 or LING 110 Location Harkness Room 115 (TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM)
PSYC 262-1 An Approach to Human Motivation Christopher Niemiec TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
This course provides a review of the theoretical and empirical development of a contemporary approach to human motivation, namely, Self-Determination Theory, which originated at the University of Rochester and is currently researched by scholars around the world. Topics will also include applications of Self-Determination Theory to such domains as psychopathology and psychological health, work, education, sport, and culture. Prerequisites: PSYC 161 or PSYC 181 NOTE: When registering for the main section you must register for a recitation. Location Meliora Room 221 (TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM)
PSYC 262-2 An Approach to Human Motivation-Rec Christopher Niemiec M 6:15PM - 7:30PM
This course provides a review of the theoretical and empirical development of a contemporary approach to human motivation, namely, Self-Determination Theory, which originated at the University of Rochester and is currently researched by scholars around the world. Topics will also include applications of Self-Determination Theory to such domains as psychopathology and psychological health, work, education, sport, and culture. Prerequisites: PSYC 161 or PSYC 181 NOTE: When registering for the main section you must register for a recitation. Location Bausch & Lomb Room 270 (M 6:15PM - 7:30PM)
PSYC 262-3 An Approach to Human Motivation-Rec Christopher Niemiec T 9:40AM - 10:55AM
This course provides a review of the theoretical and empirical development of a contemporary approach to human motivation, namely, Self-Determination Theory, which originated at the University of Rochester and is currently researched by scholars around the world. Topics will also include applications of Self-Determination Theory to such domains as psychopathology and psychological health, work, education, sport, and culture. Prerequisites: PSYC 161 or PSYC 181 NOTE: When registering for the main section you must register for a recitation. Location Bausch & Lomb Room 270 (T 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
PSYC 262-4 An Approach to Human Motivation-Rec Christopher Niemiec W 6:15PM - 7:30PM
This course provides a review of the theoretical and empirical development of a contemporary approach to human motivation, namely, Self-Determination Theory, which originated at the University of Rochester and is currently researched by scholars around the world. Topics will also include applications of Self-Determination Theory to such domains as psychopathology and psychological health, work, education, sport, and culture. Prerequisites: PSYC 161 or PSYC 181 NOTE: When registering for the main section you must register for a recitation. Location Meliora Room 206 (W 6:15PM - 7:30PM)
PSYC 262-5 An Approach to Human Motivation-Rec Christopher Niemiec R 9:40AM - 10:55AM
This course provides a review of the theoretical and empirical development of a contemporary approach to human motivation, namely, Self-Determination Theory, which originated at the University of Rochester and is currently researched by scholars around the world. Topics will also include applications of Self-Determination Theory to such domains as psychopathology and psychological health, work, education, sport, and culture. Prerequisites: PSYC 161 or PSYC 181 NOTE: When registering for the main section you must register for a recitation. Location Meliora Room 206 (R 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
PSYC 262-6 An Approach to Human Motivation-Rec Christopher Niemiec R 6:15PM - 7:30PM
This course provides a review of the theoretical and empirical development of a contemporary approach to human motivation, namely, Self-Determination Theory, which originated at the University of Rochester and is currently researched by scholars around the world. Topics will also include applications of Self-Determination Theory to such domains as psychopathology and psychological health, work, education, sport, and culture. Prerequisites: PSYC 161 or PSYC 181 NOTE: When registering for the main section you must register for a recitation. Location Bausch & Lomb Room 269 (R 6:15PM - 7:30PM)
PSYC 262W-1 An Approach to Human Motivation Christopher Niemiec –
Fulfills Upper-Level Writing Requirement.
PSYC 264-1 Industrial & Organizational Psychology Barry Friedman F 2:00PM - 4:40PM
Applications of psychological theory and research to work settings. Topics include personnel selection, training and appraisal; organizational structure and transformation; performance in work groups; motivation and satisfaction; leadership; work conditions; and cross-cultural issues. Location Morey Room 321 (F 2:00PM - 4:40PM)
PSYC 264W-1 Industrial & Organizational Psychology Barry Friedman –
Fulfills upper-level writing requirement.
PSYC 274W-1 Communicating Your Professional Identity - Psychology Kathryn Phillips T 3:25PM - 4:40PM
This interactive course teaches 'real life' communication skills and strategies that help students present their best professional selves and develop a fulfilling career. Students will explore and articulate their internship, career and graduate school goals for distinct audiences and purposes as they develop a professional communication portfolio of materials such as resumes, cover letters, statements of purpose, electronic communications, elevator pitches, project descriptions and abstracts, and online profiles (i.e., LinkedIn). Students will revise and refine their written and spoken work across the semester based on feedback from peers, instructors, and alumni. By the semester's end, students will have gained extensive experience with the communication skills expected in today's competitive environment. The class can be used to fulfill 1 of 2 required Upper-Level Writing experiences in psychology, and is suitable for junior and senior psychology majors; all others require instructor permission. Prerequisite: Completion of the Primary Writing Requirement Location Bausch & Lomb Room 315 (T 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
PSYC 278-1 Adolescent Development Cheryl Repass TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM
This course surveys theory and research relating to normal development during adolescence. Adolescent development is examined in a variety of contexts, including families, peer groups, and schools, and issues pertaining to biological, social, and cognitive development are discussed. Location Meliora Room 221 (TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM)
PSYC 278W-1 Adolescent Development Cheryl Repass –
Fulfills upper-level writing requirement.
PSYC 282-1 Psychopathology Ryan Thibodeau MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM
Formerly "Abnormal Psychology". This course provides a conceptual overview to the field of psychopathology. We will discuss assessment and diagnosis, etiology, developmental course, treatment, and prognosis of the major psychological disorders. Current theory and research will be emphasized. Location Dewey Room 1101 (MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)
PSYC 282W-1 Psychopathology Ryan Thibodeau –
Formerly "Abnormal Psychology". Fulfills upper-level writing requirement.
PSYC 283-1 Behavioral Medicine Marie-Joelle Estrada MW 3:25PM - 4:40PM
An overview of the application of behavior/lifestyle change approaches to the treatment of medical disorders, and the examination of interfaces between behavior and physiology. Topics include diabetes, cardiovascular risk factors, chronic pain, and cancer. Prerequisite: PSYC 101 Location Morey Room 321 (MW 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
PSYC 283W-1 Behavioral Medicine Marie-Joelle Estrada –
Fulfills upper-level writing requirement.
PSYC 303-1 Teaching Psychology of Motivation Christopher Niemiec F 9:00AM - 11:00AM
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PSYC 304-1 Teaching of Psychology Andrew Elliot –
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PSYC 307-1 Academic Leadership in Crises Sarah Mangelsdorf; Richard Feldman M 4:50PM - 7:30PM
This seminar explores academic leadership in crises. Through readings and accounts from the instructors whose leadership experiences provide perspectives on the topic, students will gain a more sophisticated understanding of organizational decision-making during crises. The course will explore ways in which leadership during a crisis differs from leadership in non-crisis times as well as the factors that differentiate leadership of colleges and universities from other kinds of organizations. Key questions will include: What considerations most shape crisis decision-making? What tensions arise from the diverse perspectives of key stakeholders? How well does their organizational structure equip academic institutions to deal with crises? How are communications managed during crises? Who takes the lead – senior administrative leaders, boards of trustees, faculty – in managing crises? Cases studies will include public health emergencies, natural disasters, campus violence, and protests over debates about institutional values and identity. Location Harkness Room 210 (M 4:50PM - 7:30PM)
PSYC 315-1 Peer Relationships in Childhood & Adolescence Laura Elenbaas R 2:00PM - 4:40PM
This course explores the origins, development, and sources of influence on peer relationships in childhood and adolescence. Drawing on theories from social, emotional, and cognitive development, this course covers a broad range of topics including friendship, popularity, exclusion, aggression, withdrawal, social competence, social identity, stereotypes, prejudice, and empathy. Methods and policies for promoting positive peer relations, as well as the roles of schools, families, and the media, will be discussed. Location Meliora Room 352 (R 2:00PM - 4:40PM)
PSYC 315W-1 Peer Relationships in Childhood & Adolescence Laura Elenbaas –
Fulfills upper-level writing requirement
PSYC 321-1 Psychology of Religion Miron Zuckerman T 2:00PM - 4:40PM
Why do people believe in God? Are religious people more moral? What are the benefits, if any, of religion? Is religiosity declining and, if so, why? These and other questions related to religion and its effects on human lives will be addressed in this course. This is a discussion seminar. The requirements include weekly readings, preparation for and participation in the discussion, and a final paper that can be theoretical or empirical. Location Meliora Room 352 (T 2:00PM - 4:40PM)
PSYC 340-1 Depression and Anxiety Seminar Lisa Starr M 2:00PM - 4:40PM
An in-depth exploration of the nature, etiology, and treatment of anxiety disorders and depression. For example, we will review scientific literature related to classification, epidemiology, psychosocial correlates, biological models, and intervention approaches. Prerequisites: PSYC 101; and either PSYC 280, PSYC 282, or PSYC 289 Location Meliora Room 352 (M 2:00PM - 4:40PM)
PSYC 351-1 Research in Developmental Neuropsychology Loisa Bennetto –
This course provides guided, direct research experiences in developmental neuropsychology, with a particular focus on autism and other developmental disabilities.
PSYC 357-1 Research in Child & Adolescent Social Development Judith Smetana –
This course provides guided, direct experiences with, and relevant developmental science readings from, research on child and adolescent social and moral development.
PSYC 372-1 Social Stress Research Jeremy Jamieson –
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PSYC 374-1 Exploring Research in Social Psychology II Andrew Elliot –
First-hand team experience with ongoing research in social psychology areas.
PSYC 378-1 Exploring Research in Family Psych II Patrick Davies R 12:30PM - 2:00PM
Provides guided, direct, research experiences in investigating the interplay between family relationships and children's social and emotional development. Emphasis is placed on gaining knowledge in translating theories (e.g., family systems theory) into empirically testable hypotheses and designing research methods and techniques to test predictions. Location Meliora Room 474 (R 12:30PM - 2:00PM)
PSYC 393W-1 Honors Research Laura Elenbaas –
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PSYC 395-14 Research: Social Stress Lab Jeremy Jamieson –
Consideration Of Recent Experimental And Theoretical Contributions In Several Selected Areas Of Psychology.
PSYC 395-15 Research in Cognitive Development Karl Rosengren –
To Expose Students To The Fundamentals Of Research In Cognitive Development. Students Will Participate In The Design And Running Of Studies. Readings Will Focus On General Research Methods And Specific Topics Of Research.
PSYC 395-16 Behavioral Observation Melissa Apple –
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PSYC 395-18 Research: Depression Lisa Starr –
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PSYC 395-19 Research: Social Cog & Psychopath David Dodell-Feder –
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PSYC 395-2 Social Cog Development Lab Laura Elenbaas –
The Social Cognitive Development Lab Studies How Children Think About People And The Social World. Research Assistants Will Learn About Research Ethics, Research Methods, And Theories In Developmental Science.
PSYC 395-20 Balance Related Anxiety Invr – –
The Student Will Demonstrate Knowledge And Technical Skills Related To Collection And Preliminary Data Analysis Of Psychophysiological Signals That Correspond To Autonomic Arousal And Anxiety.
PSYC 395-27 Research In Cog. Development Karl Rosengren –
To Expose Students To The Fundamentals Of Research In Cognitive Development. Students Will Participate In The Design And Running Of Studies. Readings Will Focus On General Research Methods And Specific Topics Of Research.
PSYC 395-30 Mindfulness Research-Rogge L Ronald Rogge –
Gain An Understanding Of Procedures In Clinical/Social Psychology. Conduct Experimental Sessions, Collect Physiological Data, And Process Subject Data (E.G., Excel, Spss, And Biopac). Relevant Readings Will Supplement Hands-On Work.
PSYC 395-6 Promise Research Internship Sheree Toth –
Assist With Visits, Film, Interview, Being Involved In Observational Paradigms, Clean Up, Child Care For Babies And Siblings -Manage Data, Organization -Complete Readings On Battery Measures, Cpp, And Maltreatment -Career And Prof Develop
PSYC 395-7 Relationship Research Bonnie Le –
The Objectives Of This Course Are To Introduce Students To The Theory And Methods Involved In Conducting Relationships Research. Students Will Learn About The Research Process Through Readings And Project Involvement.
PSYC 395W-1 Research: Social Stress Lab Jeremy Jamieson –
Consideration Of Recent Experimental And Theoretical Contributions In Several Selected Areas Of Psychology.

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
Monday
PSYC 340-1 Depression and Anxiety Seminar Lisa Starr
An in-depth exploration of the nature, etiology, and treatment of anxiety disorders and depression. For example, we will review scientific literature related to classification, epidemiology, psychosocial correlates, biological models, and intervention approaches. Prerequisites: PSYC 101; and either PSYC 280, PSYC 282, or PSYC 289
PSYC 110-3 Neural Foundations of Behavior - Recitation Kevin Davis
Recitation for BCSC 110/CVSC 110/PSYC 110. Introduces the structure and organization of the brain, and its role in perception, movement, thinking, and other behavior. Topics include the brain as a special kind of computer, localization of function, effects of brain damage and disorders, differences between human and animal brains, sex differences, perception and control of movement, sleep, regulation of body states and emotions, and development and aging. No prerequisites.
PSYC 307-1 Academic Leadership in Crises Sarah Mangelsdorf; Richard Feldman
This seminar explores academic leadership in crises. Through readings and accounts from the instructors whose leadership experiences provide perspectives on the topic, students will gain a more sophisticated understanding of organizational decision-making during crises. The course will explore ways in which leadership during a crisis differs from leadership in non-crisis times as well as the factors that differentiate leadership of colleges and universities from other kinds of organizations. Key questions will include: What considerations most shape crisis decision-making? What tensions arise from the diverse perspectives of key stakeholders? How well does their organizational structure equip academic institutions to deal with crises? How are communications managed during crises? Who takes the lead – senior administrative leaders, boards of trustees, faculty – in managing crises? Cases studies will include public health emergencies, natural disasters, campus violence, and protests over debates about institutional values and identity.
PSYC 262-2 An Approach to Human Motivation-Rec Christopher Niemiec
This course provides a review of the theoretical and empirical development of a contemporary approach to human motivation, namely, Self-Determination Theory, which originated at the University of Rochester and is currently researched by scholars around the world. Topics will also include applications of Self-Determination Theory to such domains as psychopathology and psychological health, work, education, sport, and culture. Prerequisites: PSYC 161 or PSYC 181 NOTE: When registering for the main section you must register for a recitation.
Monday and Wednesday
PSYC 210-1 Social Cognition Jeremy Jamieson
Social cognition combines classic social psychology with methods and theories from cognitive psychology and neuroscience to study how people make sense of each other and the social world. We will examine how the social environment influences cognitive processes such as attention, heuristics, and appraisals, and how these processes in turn affect decisions, behaviors, and health. We will critically evaluate research on a variety of topics, such as emotion regulation, stereotyping and prejudice, and stress and decision making. Prerequisite: PSYC 101 recommended
PSYC 219-1 Research Methods in Psychology Karl Rosengren; Daniel Mruzek
An introduction to the basic concepts, logic, and procedures needed to do psychological research with an emphasis on current best practices. Hands-on experience with all major phases of the research process is provided, including: surveying the existing literature, developing research hypotheses, collecting and analyzing data, and reporting the results in manuscript form. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and an introductory statistics course (e.g., STAT 211, STAT 212)
PSYC 221-1 Auditory Perception Kevin Davis
This course considers how we comprehend the auditory environment. Topics include the physical stimulus for hearing, the physiology of the auditory system (both at the periphery and in the central nervous system), the psychophysics of basic auditory perception (e.g., hearing thresholds), higher level auditory perception (including auditory scene analysis and the perception of complex auditory events such as speech and music), and hearing disorders. Considers research from a diverse range of perspectives including behavioral research, cognitive neuroscience, studies of individual differences, and research that adopts a comparative perspective. Prerequisite: BCSC 110 or BCSC 111
PSYC 282-1 Psychopathology Ryan Thibodeau
Formerly "Abnormal Psychology". This course provides a conceptual overview to the field of psychopathology. We will discuss assessment and diagnosis, etiology, developmental course, treatment, and prognosis of the major psychological disorders. Current theory and research will be emphasized.
PSYC 111-1 Foundations of Cognitive Science Chung-Lin Yang
Introduces the organization of mental processes underlying cognition and behavior. Topics include perception, language, learning, memory, and intelligence. This course integrates knowledge of cognition generated from the field of cognitive psychology with findings from artificial intelligence and cognitive neuroscience. No prerequisites.
PSYC 161-1 Social Psychology & Individual Differences Andrew Elliot
An introduction to the field of social psychology and an overview of research on individual differences in personality. Topics include the self, attitudes, social cognition, emotion, interpersonal attraction, relationships, helping, social influence, group behavior, and dispositional differences among people. Students will complete several individual difference measures and receive individualized feedback at the end of the course. Format is lectures augmented with discussions and demonstrations.
PSYC 283-1 Behavioral Medicine Marie-Joelle Estrada
An overview of the application of behavior/lifestyle change approaches to the treatment of medical disorders, and the examination of interfaces between behavior and physiology. Topics include diabetes, cardiovascular risk factors, chronic pain, and cancer. Prerequisite: PSYC 101
Tuesday
PSYC 262-3 An Approach to Human Motivation-Rec Christopher Niemiec
This course provides a review of the theoretical and empirical development of a contemporary approach to human motivation, namely, Self-Determination Theory, which originated at the University of Rochester and is currently researched by scholars around the world. Topics will also include applications of Self-Determination Theory to such domains as psychopathology and psychological health, work, education, sport, and culture. Prerequisites: PSYC 161 or PSYC 181 NOTE: When registering for the main section you must register for a recitation.
PSYC 321-1 Psychology of Religion Miron Zuckerman
Why do people believe in God? Are religious people more moral? What are the benefits, if any, of religion? Is religiosity declining and, if so, why? These and other questions related to religion and its effects on human lives will be addressed in this course. This is a discussion seminar. The requirements include weekly readings, preparation for and participation in the discussion, and a final paper that can be theoretical or empirical.
PSYC 274W-1 Communicating Your Professional Identity - Psychology Kathryn Phillips
This interactive course teaches 'real life' communication skills and strategies that help students present their best professional selves and develop a fulfilling career. Students will explore and articulate their internship, career and graduate school goals for distinct audiences and purposes as they develop a professional communication portfolio of materials such as resumes, cover letters, statements of purpose, electronic communications, elevator pitches, project descriptions and abstracts, and online profiles (i.e., LinkedIn). Students will revise and refine their written and spoken work across the semester based on feedback from peers, instructors, and alumni. By the semester's end, students will have gained extensive experience with the communication skills expected in today's competitive environment. The class can be used to fulfill 1 of 2 required Upper-Level Writing experiences in psychology, and is suitable for junior and senior psychology majors; all others require instructor permission. Prerequisite: Completion of the Primary Writing Requirement
PSYC 208-1 Lab in Perception & Cognition Kevin Davis
Introduces behavioral and psychophysical studies of perceptual and cognitive phenomena. Students perform, analyze, interpret, and report results from experiments that move from reproducing classic phenomena to conducting new studies independently. Prerequisites: STAT 212 and either BCSC 151 or BCSC 153
Tuesday and Thursday
PSYC 209-1 Psychology of Human Sexuality Ronald Rogge
Survey course on understanding sexuality. Includes such topics as biological sexual differentiation, gender role, gender-linked social behaviors, reproduction issues, intimacy, and the role of social and personal factors in psychosexual development. Prerequisite: PSYC 101
PSYC 246-1 Biology of Mental Disorders Renee Miller
Examines the neurobiology of anxiety/phobic conditions, mood disorders, and chronic psychotic states, particularly schizophrenia. Considers definitions of psychiatric syndromes, the problems of diagnosis, brain organization, and neurotransmitter systems involved in state functions. Introduces research approaches including epidemiologic, phenomenologic, family/adoption, longitudinal descriptive, psychophysiologic, neuropharmacologic, genetic linkage, and postmortem studies; emphasizes recent in vivo brain imaging and neuroreceptor studies. Prerequisite: NSCI 201/BCSC 240
PSYC 110-1 Neural Foundations of Behavior Kevin Davis
Introduces the structure and organization of the brain, and its role in perception, movement, thinking, and other behavior. Topics include the brain as a special kind of computer, localization of function, effects of brain damage and disorders, differences between human and animal brains, sex differences, perception and control of movement, sleep, regulation of body states and emotions, and development and aging. No prerequisites.
PSYC 278-1 Adolescent Development Cheryl Repass
This course surveys theory and research relating to normal development during adolescence. Adolescent development is examined in a variety of contexts, including families, peer groups, and schools, and issues pertaining to biological, social, and cognitive development are discussed.
PSYC 153-1 Cognition Chung-Lin Yang
Considers human cognitive processes, including behavioral, cognitive-neuroscientific, connectionist, and evolutionary approaches to the understanding of cognition. Explores how we perceive and integrate sensory information to build a coherent perception of the world. Includes topics on perception, attention, memory, language, cognitive development, and artificial intelligence. Prerequisites: BCS 111 required, BCS 110 recommended
PSYC 259-1 Language Development Chigusa Kurumada
Introduces children's language development, including the acquisition of phonology, syntax, and semantics. Focuses on the acquisition of a first language by young children, comparing the acquisition of a variety of spoken and signed languages to find possible universal principles of language learning. Prerequisites: BCSC 152 or LING 110
PSYC 262-1 An Approach to Human Motivation Christopher Niemiec
This course provides a review of the theoretical and empirical development of a contemporary approach to human motivation, namely, Self-Determination Theory, which originated at the University of Rochester and is currently researched by scholars around the world. Topics will also include applications of Self-Determination Theory to such domains as psychopathology and psychological health, work, education, sport, and culture. Prerequisites: PSYC 161 or PSYC 181 NOTE: When registering for the main section you must register for a recitation.
PSYC 101-1 Introduction to Psychology Marie-Joelle Estrada
Is a balanced and integrated survey of psychology with coverage of both social and natural science domains. Sections of PSYC 101 vary, but most consist of lectures, readings, discussions, and demonstrations.
PSYC 172-1 Development of Mind & Brain Daniel Mruzek
Introduces human development, focusing on the ability to perceive objects and sounds, to think and reason, and to learn and remember language and other significant patterned stimulation. Includes the nature and mechanisms of development in humans and an overview of what is known about brain and behavioral development in other species. No prerequisites.
Wednesday
PSYC 262-4 An Approach to Human Motivation-Rec Christopher Niemiec
This course provides a review of the theoretical and empirical development of a contemporary approach to human motivation, namely, Self-Determination Theory, which originated at the University of Rochester and is currently researched by scholars around the world. Topics will also include applications of Self-Determination Theory to such domains as psychopathology and psychological health, work, education, sport, and culture. Prerequisites: PSYC 161 or PSYC 181 NOTE: When registering for the main section you must register for a recitation.
Thursday
PSYC 262-5 An Approach to Human Motivation-Rec Christopher Niemiec
This course provides a review of the theoretical and empirical development of a contemporary approach to human motivation, namely, Self-Determination Theory, which originated at the University of Rochester and is currently researched by scholars around the world. Topics will also include applications of Self-Determination Theory to such domains as psychopathology and psychological health, work, education, sport, and culture. Prerequisites: PSYC 161 or PSYC 181 NOTE: When registering for the main section you must register for a recitation.
PSYC 378-1 Exploring Research in Family Psych II Patrick Davies
Provides guided, direct, research experiences in investigating the interplay between family relationships and children's social and emotional development. Emphasis is placed on gaining knowledge in translating theories (e.g., family systems theory) into empirically testable hypotheses and designing research methods and techniques to test predictions.
PSYC 315-1 Peer Relationships in Childhood & Adolescence Laura Elenbaas
This course explores the origins, development, and sources of influence on peer relationships in childhood and adolescence. Drawing on theories from social, emotional, and cognitive development, this course covers a broad range of topics including friendship, popularity, exclusion, aggression, withdrawal, social competence, social identity, stereotypes, prejudice, and empathy. Methods and policies for promoting positive peer relations, as well as the roles of schools, families, and the media, will be discussed.
PSYC 110-2 Neural Foundations of Behavior - Recitation Kevin Davis
Recitation for BCSC 110/CVSC 110/PSYC 110. Introduces the structure and organization of the brain, and its role in perception, movement, thinking, and other behavior. Topics include the brain as a special kind of computer, localization of function, effects of brain damage and disorders, differences between human and animal brains, sex differences, perception and control of movement, sleep, regulation of body states and emotions, and development and aging. No prerequisites.
PSYC 262-6 An Approach to Human Motivation-Rec Christopher Niemiec
This course provides a review of the theoretical and empirical development of a contemporary approach to human motivation, namely, Self-Determination Theory, which originated at the University of Rochester and is currently researched by scholars around the world. Topics will also include applications of Self-Determination Theory to such domains as psychopathology and psychological health, work, education, sport, and culture. Prerequisites: PSYC 161 or PSYC 181 NOTE: When registering for the main section you must register for a recitation.
Friday
PSYC 303-1 Teaching Psychology of Motivation Christopher Niemiec
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PSYC 221-2 Auditory Perception - Recitation Kevin Davis
Recitation for BCSC 221/PSYC 221. This course considers how we comprehend the auditory environment. Topics include the physical stimulus for hearing, the physiology of the auditory system (both at the periphery and in the central nervous system), the psychophysics of basic auditory perception (e.g., hearing thresholds), higher level auditory perception (including auditory scene analysis and the perception of complex auditory events such as speech and music), and hearing disorders. Considers research from a diverse range of perspectives including behavioral research, cognitive neuroscience, studies of individual differences, and research that adopts a comparative perspective. Prerequisite: BCSC 110 or BCSC 111
PSYC 110-4 Neural Foundations of Behavior - Recitation Kevin Davis
Recitation for BCSC 110/PSYC 110/CVSC 110. Introduces the structure and organization of the brain, and its role in perception, movement, thinking, and other behavior. Topics include the brain as a special kind of computer, localization of function, effects of brain damage and disorders, differences between human and animal brains, sex differences, perception and control of movement, sleep, regulation of body states and emotions, and development and aging. No prerequisites.
PSYC 264-1 Industrial & Organizational Psychology Barry Friedman
Applications of psychological theory and research to work settings. Topics include personnel selection, training and appraisal; organizational structure and transformation; performance in work groups; motivation and satisfaction; leadership; work conditions; and cross-cultural issues.