An introduction to psychology as a discipline and applied science. Emphasis is placed on scientific methodology as it is applied to behavior, learning, memory, perception, motivation, development, individual differences, mental health, the physiological basis for behavior, and on the application of psychological principles to human experience. An introduction to research methods used in the behavioral sciences. Lecture and laboratory activities involve applications of methodologies and computer technologies to understand and produce research compatible with American Psychological Association standards. FW 479-210 Introduction to Applied Psychology 3 Credits Introduction to the application of psychological theories, methods of investigation, and research findings to a diverse spectrum of social problems.
Emphasis is placed on the use of scientific psychology to improve aspects of everyday life.
Credits Work and study in an approved off-campus position to gain professional, business or industrial experience. Normally entails recurring, supervised work periods, each one building and expanding on the previous. Credits Social factors affecting the behavior, thought processes, and attitudes of individuals. Includes attitude assessment and change, prejudice, interpersonal attraction, social influence, aggression, cognitive biases, and attributions. People impacts on environment, and environmental impacts on people.