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PSY 3320: Introduction to Clinical Psychology

3.00 Credits

Utah Tech University

An introduction to the basics of clinical psychology. The focus will be on introductory clinical helping skills and theory. This course stresses the importance of theory, quality research, prevention, assessment skills, and clinical abilities in interventions. Topics discussed will include real world application, skill role modeling, and critical evaluation of techniques and clinical issues. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Apply knowledge of clinical psychology theory and practice. 2. Build cultural competence and awareness regarding the nature of clinical work. 3. Select appropriate theories to apply in practice in a clinical case studies. Prerequisites: PSY 1010 (Grade C or higher) and ENGL 2010 (Grade C or higher) or instructor permission. FA (odd)

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PSY 3420: Psy of Culture & Diversity

3.00 Credits

Utah Tech University

Designed to deepen appreciation and understanding of cross-cultural research and its applications as well as the influence of culture on all aspects of psychology. Covers theory and research on the values, norms, group behavior, socialization, cognitive development, and psychopathology from a comparative cultural perspective. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe fundamental knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, and historical trends related to the psychology of diversity and culture. 2. Identify social and ethical challenges, including possible resolutions related to the psychology of diversity and culture. 3. Describe an understanding of how culture and diversity differences affect personal mental health. 4. Describe an understanding of how culture and diversity differences affect workplace interactions. Prerequisites: PSY 1010 (Grade C or higher) and ENGL 2010 (Grade C or higher) or instructor permission. FA (even)

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PSY 3440: Child & Family Mental Health

3.00 Credits

Utah Tech University

Provides a basic understanding of the emerging field of family mental health. Family mental health considers parent and child development (biological, cognitive, social and emotional), family relationships and family functioning. The course will include an introduction to observation, screening and assessment, diagnosis and intervention and interdisciplinary / multidisciplinary collaboration in the field of family mental health. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Examine the history and theories of infant parent mental health. 2. Explain typical and atypical development in infancy through early childhood. 3. Apply knowledge of interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary collaboration in infant family mental health settings. 4. Discuss diagnosis and interventions with regard to infants and families. Prerequisites: PSY 1100 (Grade C or higher) or FSHD 1500 (Grade C or higher), and ENGL 2010 (Grade C or higher); or instructor permission. SP

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PSY 3450: Intro to Child Life Theory & Practice

3.00 Credits

Utah Tech University

Provides an introduction to the theory and practice of the child life profession as a field in developmental psychology and family centered care when children have an acute, chronic, or life-threatening illness and traumatic injuries. Topics include children's emotional reactions to hospitalization, use of play, preparation, family support, designing healing environments, and specializations within the field. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe the psychosocial needs of infants, children, adolescents and families within the healthcare system. 2. Demonstrate assessment skills required of child life professionals. 3. Explain basic principles of family-centered care principles and theory. Prerequisites: PSY 2000 (Grade C or higher); AND ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1010D (Grade C or higher) or ACT placement of 28 or higher; AND PSY 1010 (Grade C or higher); or instructor permission.

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PSY 3460: Health Psychology

3.00 Credits

Utah Tech University

Examines the relationship between psycho-social factors and health and provides a broad overview using the basic concepts, theories, methods, and applications of health psychology. Course will critically examine state-of-the-art research as well as current gaps in knowledge to explore topics including: definitions and vice-versa, patient-practitioner relations, and health promotion. Emphasis will be placed on the ways psychological factors interact with the social, cultural, economic, and environmental contexts of health. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe the effect of culture, environment, and society as well as health policy on health and wellbeing. 2. Explain theories and models of health and behavior change, challenges to sustaining health change, and how this relates to the field of psychology. 3. Examine the role of Health Psychologists in the health care system. Prerequisites: PSY 1010 (Grade C or higher) and ENGL 2010(Grade C or higher); or instructor permission. FA, SP

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PSY 3500: Psychological Themes in Film

3.00 Credits

Utah Tech University

This course is designed to allow students to explore a broad range of psychological topics and apply their understanding of these psychological topics by evaluating their implementation in popular films. Topics can include Cognitive Psychology (e.g., perception, memory), Social Psychology (e.g., conformity, bystander effect), Developmental Psychology (e.g., childhood, aging), Clinical Psychology (e.g., mental disorders, treatment), and a variety of other complex issues (e.g., family relationships, emotion). ***COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES*** At the successful conclusion of this course students will: 1) Articulate an understanding of important psychological themes and theories; 2) Analyze representations of psychological concepts in film; and 3) Describe the application of psychological concepts in film. Prerequisites: PSY 1010 or PSY 1010M (Grade C or higher).

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PSY 3700: Personality Theory

3.00 Credits

Utah Tech University

Fulfills Social/Developmental Psychology requirement for Psychology majors. Offers students the opportunity for expanded self-understanding and understanding of others based on established personality theories. Primary focus is on presentation and discussion of diverse theoretical views of personality and personality development. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe major and emerging theories of personality. 2. Describe the differences between major theoretical approaches to personality. 3. Conduct analyses of personality according to major theories and present findings in appropriate formats. Prerequisites: PSY 1010 (Grade C or higher) and ENGL 2010(Grade C or higher) or instructor permission. SP

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PSY 3710: Behavioral Neuroscience

3.00 Credits

Utah Tech University

Fulfills Biological/Cognitive Psychology requirement for Psychology majors. Introduction to how the structure and function of the brain and the nervous system relate to specific psychological processes and overt behaviors including cognitive functions, sensory and motor systems, emotions, regulatory behaviors, reproductive behaviors, and psychopathology. Completion of PSY 3000 and 3010 is recommended before enrolling in this course. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Describe the structure and function of the nervous system, and explain how it contributes to complex behaviour. 2. Evaluate different methods of behavioural neuroscience research, and apply that knowledge to topics relevant to behavioral neuroscience. 3. Explain phenomena such as sensory processing, learning and memory, sleep, emotions. 4. Apply principles of behavioral neuroscience to the etiology and treatment of a variety of psychological disorders. Prerequisites: BIOL 1010 or BIOL 1610, AND PSY 1010, AND ENGL 2010 (All grade C or higher) or instructor permission. FA, SP

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PSY 3712: Human Learning & Memory

3.00 Credits

Utah Tech University

Explores the theoretical and experimental analysis of learning and memory. Emphasis on historical concepts of learning and memory systems, encoding and retrieval processes as well as mechanisms of forgetting. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain the behavioral processes underlying learning and memory phenomena. 2. Describe the brain substrates responsible for learning and memory. 3. Apply knowledge of the behavioral and brain basis of learning and memory to clinical phenomena. Prerequisite: PSY 1010 (Grade C or higher) and ENGL 2010 (Grade C or higher) or instructor permission.

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PSY 3714: Learning and Behavior

3.00 Credits

Utah Tech University

Introduction to technical terminology and concepts relating to the principles of behaviorism. Includes a historical overview of behaviorism and modern principles of learning and behavior modification. *COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs)** At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1) Explain basic and essential principles of behaviorism; 2) Identify behavioral principles within a variety of learning environments; 3) Describe how principles of learning can be applied to modify behavior. Prerequisites: PSY 1010 (Grade C or higher). FA, SP

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