Online Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

A student must complete the following requirements in addition to the General Studies requirements. No grade lower than “C” will satisfy major requirements.

PSYC 121 Introduction to Psychology (3 Credit Hours)

This course is a general introduction to contemporary psychology focusing on basic concepts, principles, terminology, trends in psychological research, and the application of this knowledge. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

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PSYC 250 Human Growth and Development (3 Credit Hours)

Note: This course is not offered online.

This course focuses on the physical, cognitive, social and emotional aspects of growth from birth through old age. In addition, factors thought to influence this growth are also examined. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

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PSYC 305 Social Psychology (3 Credit Hours)

This course focuses on the effects of culture, society, social institutions, and social learning on the social attitudes and behavior of individuals within groups.

Prerequisites: Principles of Sociology, Introduction to Psychology

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PSYC 320 Cognitive Psychology (3 Credit Hours)

This course provides students with broad coverage of the field of Cognitive Psychology, covering topics such as Cognitive Neuroscience, Attention, Memory Structures, Memory Errors, Imagery, Problem Solving, Reasoning and Decision Making. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology

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PSYC 330 Research Methods (3 Credit Hours)

This introductory course concentrates on research methods and designs and statistical analysis procedures used in research projects. This course demonstrates how research methods are utilized in the social and behavioral science. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology, Statistics

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PSYC 345 Psychology of Personality (3 Credit Hours)

This course focuses on the process of personality growth and adjustment. Through an examination of elected theoretical systems, different interpretations of this process are presented. Non-Western and multicultural considerations of personality theory are included. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

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PSYC 410 Experimental Psychology (3 Credit Hours)

This course assists students in the comprehension and use of experimental methods and literature. Research exercises are provided to illustrate course content. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology, Research Methods

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PSYC 431 Psychological Tests and Measurements (3 Credit Hours)

The course focuses on the issues and problems associated with psychological testing. Topics discussed include reliability, validity, construction, administration, norms, and interpretation as well as a survey of current psychological tests. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology

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PSYC 440 Biological Psychology (3 Credit Hours)

This course will introduce you to the methods biological psychologists employ to investigate the biological underpinnings of behavior. It will explore what is currently known about the biological basis of emotional responses, mental illness, sexual behavior, memory, states of consciousness, sensory perception, thought and language, and several neurological disorders. Before delving into these topics this course will provide the necessary foundation on basic nervous system anatomy and functioning. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology

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PSYC 450 Abnormal Psychology (3 Credit Hours)

Note: This course is not offered online.

Focusing on personality disorders, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, this course deals extensively with DSM-IV categories of abnormal psychology. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science. Requires Junior Standing.

Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology, Human Growth and Development

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PSYC 495 Seminar in Psychology (3 Credit Hours)

Students conduct individual research and engage in cooperative learning via group discussion in which each student is expected to demonstrate, both verbally and in writing, mastery of major psychological concepts, concerns and perspectives, and their application in society. This senior level seminar is the capstone experience and senior competency course for psychology students and should be taken in the last year of study. Prerequisite Required: Seniors Only. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

CMIS 101 Information Systems Concepts and Applications (3 Credit Hours)

This course is an introduction to basic computer concepts and Windows-based spreadsheet, database, and presentation graphics software currently used in industry. Development of problem-solving and proficiency using selected commercial software packages is stressed.

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SOC 201 Principles of Sociology (3 Credit Hours)

This course is an introductory study of group and social dynamics, cultures, social problems, social institutions, inter-group relationships, and the impact of social policies. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

Select eight courses from the following options.

BUS 373 Organizational Behavior (3 Credit Hours)

This course presents the foundations of the history, theory, and applications of organizational behavior in the areas of personality, stress, motivation, job design, goal setting, learning theory, behavior modification, group behavior, power, leadership, organizational structure, decision-making, and control.

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BUS 380 Human Resources Management (3 Credit Hours)

Students will gain an understanding of the basic concepts associated with human resource management and learn how to plan and implement strategies for efficient management of a firm's most critical resources-employees. Recruiting, selecting, evaluating, developing, and compensating employees is emphasized, while legal issues, managing in a union environment and contemporary issues in human resources management will also be covered.

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BUS 381 Employee Training and Development (3 Credit Hours)

This course assists students in the study of corporate training. Topics include: needs assessment, relevant education theories and program design, transfer of training, traditional training methods, use of new technologies in training, and follow-up and evaluation of costs and benefits of training.

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BUS 493 Team Design and Performance (3 Credit Hours)

This course examines the design and performance of work and decisional teams including team composition, authority, communication, roles, support, and leadership. This course will prepare the student to be a successful team member and leader by exploring team evolution, self-management, and conflict resolution. This course is recommended for juniors and seniors in any degree program.

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CJUS 110 Survey of Criminal Justice (3 Credit Hours)

This course introduces students to general criminal justice concepts and knowledge about the relationships of crime and criminal behavior. The purpose, role, and interrelationships of the police, other law enforcement officials, the courts and judiciary, corrections, and parole systems are discussed.

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CJUS 360 Criminology (3 Credit Hours)

This course examines the nature and causes of crime as a social phenomenon.

Prerequisites: Survey of Criminal Justice

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CJUS 385 Victimology (3 Credit Hours)

This course focuses on the theoretical perspectives of victimization, the scope of victimization in the United States, the justice system's response, victim's rights, restorative justice, and research and evaluation findings. Being exposed to and understanding victimization issues enhances students' knowledge about a comprehensive system of justice rather than a “criminal's justice system.”

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CJUS 490 Comparative Justice and Human Services Systems (3 Credit Hours)

This course allows students the opportunity to examine and compare the United States criminal justice system with those existing in foreign countries. Exploration and problem identification of key contemporary issues affecting these systems is an integral course element. The criminal justice system(s) under study are contrasted with the courts, policing, corrections and juvenile justice systems within the American system. In addition, innovative human service delivery systems are studied from a critical policy response perspective. Cultural and social factors that have influenced the development and ongoing operation of each system under study receive in depth examination. Prerequisite Required: Sophomore Standing General Studies Outcome: Community, Regional & Global Studies

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CJUS 491 International Field Experience (3 Credit Hours)

This is a specialized international field experience where students are immersed in the criminal justice and human service systems to examine and compare the various aspects of each country's systems. Cultural and social factors that have influenced the development of each system under study will be examined. Students will attend daily scheduled presentations, tours, social and cultural events and celebrations, visit historical sites, volunteer to help local agencies, and participate in other educational opportunities that become available for students while in-country.

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CMIS 300 Information Systems Management (3 Credit Hours)

This course introduces concepts of systems management from a business viewpoint and an information systems viewpoint. Students utilize graphical tools including flowcharts to examine business and information systems processes. Fundamental programming concepts are introduced including algorithms, data types, control structures and Boolean logic. An overview of project management including critical path and dependencies is introduced.

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CMIS 410 Web Page Development and Programming (3 Credit Hours)

This course facilitates the development of skills in designing complex web sites. Current issues and design trends are considered as well as the fundamentals of web servers and browsers, and HTML and XHTML. Client side and server side programming and database connectivity over a web-based connection are explored. Web security and evaluation procedures for websites are covered. General Studies Outcome: Technology and its application

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CMIS 420 Database Development and Programming (3 Credit Hours)

This course is a study of the methods used to store and access data. Database models are developed using various software platforms including the usage of Microsoft Access as a RAD (Rapid Application Development) tool. Other topics include a data security, normalization, and database design for Internet interaction.

General Studies Outcome: Technology and its application

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EDUC 365 Child Abuse and Neglect Detection (3 Credit Hours)

The content of this course will cover a broad range of topics dealing with child abuse and neglect issues as related to the public schools, the juvenile justice system, and the community at large. The course will emphasize the relationship between child abuse and juvenile delinquency. A further emphasis will be placed on equipping the student to obtain competent detection and reporting skills, skills dealing with the treatment of victims, and the prevention of abuse and neglect.

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EDUC 553 Classroom Management and Leadership (3 Credit Hours)

This course encompasses the role of management and leadership in the classroom as a system that is inter-linked with the individual, class, school, community, state, etc. Research on key aspects of management and/or leadership styles will be analyzed.

Prerequisite: Graduate Status

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PSYC 300 Contemporary Issues in Psychology (3 Credit Hours)

This course acquaints students with contemporary issues in psychology. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology

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PSYC 380 Adolescent Psychology (3 Credit Hours)

This course examines the cognitive and psycho-social aspects of adolescence. It examines age appropriate developmental events, barriers to progress, and development facilitation. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology

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PSYC 420 Social Influence, Compliance and Obedience (3 Credit Hours)

Note: This course is not offered online.

This is an in-depth examination of selected topics in social influence, the processes, through which a person or group changes or attempts to change the opinions, attitudes, or behaviors of another person or group. Topics will include compliance, conformity, obedience, cultural and gender differences in influence, and motivations and mechanisms of resistances to influence. Students will be introduced to current and classic theory within the social influence domain; including persuasion, compliance gaining, interpersonal influence and social influence through mass mediated contexts. Over the semester students will be exposed to thirty classic works in the disciplines of psychology, communication, business management, sociology, and cultural anthropology relating to the course title. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

Prerequisites: Introduction to Psychology, Social Psychology

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PSYC 441 Psychology Internship (3 Credit Hours)

This course is designed for students to explore and gain work experience related to their major and anticipated career goals. Students may enroll for 1-12 hours of graded credit. A minimum of forty hours of work experience will be required for each hour of credit per semester. The student will complete necessary paperwork with the employer and the Internship Supervisor. Contact the Center for Engaged Learning for specific details. Must have completed 45 hours and be in good academic standing.

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PSYC 442 Psychology Internship (3 Credit Hours)

This course is designed for students to explore and gain work experience related to their major and anticipated career goals. Students may enroll for 1-12 hours of graded credit. A minimum of forty hours of work experience will be required for each hour of credit per semester. The student will complete necessary paperwork with the employer and the Internship Supervisor. Contact the Center for Engaged Learning for specific details. Must have 45 completed hours and be in good academic standing.

Prerequisites: Psychology Internship

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SOC 255 Diversity Issues in the United States (3 Credit Hours)

This course provides a comprehensive review of majority-minority relations in the United States and begins with an introduction of the sociological framework of the study of minorities, culture, prejudice, discrimination and intergroup relations. Subsequent weeks will be spent learning specifically about the experiences of a wide variety of minority groups, each starting with a socio-historical perspective and ending with a sociological analysis of their contemporary situation. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

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SOC 300 Contemporary Social Problems (3 Credit Hours)

This course is an introduction to the causes, treatment, and prevention of selected social problems with particular emphasis on the problems of conflict and inequality. General Studies Outcome: Community, Regional and Global Studies/Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

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SOC 340 The Family (3 Credit Hours)

This course provides an examination of the role of the family in contemporary society with an emphasis on the factors influencing the family structure, functions, and roles, and their implications for both the community and individuals at varying stages of the family life cycle. General Studies Outcome: Methods of Inq and Explanatory Schema – Soc Science

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SPED 500 Inclusionary Practices for Special Education (3 Credit Hours)

This course will provide an overview of the handicapping conditions served under the legislation of IDEA. A review of the law and the eligibility requirements for each identified handicapping condition will be examined. The purpose of the course will be to train general and special educators in practices conducive to creating inclusionary environments in which to teach both regular education and special education students. Best practices regarding the development of an inclusionary program will be presented. Methods of alternative instruction designed to meet individual needs within large group settings at the K-12 level will be discussed. Practice in collaborative techniques will be provided. Prerequisites required: Graduate Status

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SPED 540 Behavior Management (3 Credit Hours)

This course will focus on basic principles of behavior modification as well as survey practical applications of this approach. Course content will include theoretical implications, behavioral and functional analysis, targeting behaviors, collecting information, interventions, positive behavioral support and monitoring for change. Prerequisites required: Graduate Status