• PSYC 2200

    A Survey of the Neural Basis of Behavior
     Rating

    3.48

     Difficulty

    3.59

     GPA

    3.01

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    After an overview of brain organization and function, the course examines what we know about the physiological bases of several behaviors including sensation and perception, learning, memory, sleep development, hunger, thirst, and emotions.

  • PSYC 3420

    The Nature Nurture Debate
     Rating

    2.89

     Difficulty

    3.50

     GPA

    3.06

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    This course covers the history, science and philosophy of the Nature-Nurture debate. Starting with Galton in the 19th Century, it covers classical issues in behavior genetics, twins and modern studies of human DNA. Philosophical, theoretical and social implications of the scientific studies are emphasized.

  • PSYC 3160

    Cognitive Neuroscience
     Rating

    3.13

     Difficulty

    4.00

     GPA

    3.08

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    This course is intended as a survey of cognitive neuroscience, with an emphasis on breadth. Each week we will cover one sub-area or topic within cognitive neuroscience including perception, attention, memory, cognitive control and others. Readings will be chapters from the textbook with a few supplemental journal articles. PSYC 2150 and/or PSYC 2200 recommended but not required.

  • PSYC 2150

    Introduction to Cognition
     Rating

    3.88

     Difficulty

    3.53

     GPA

    3.09

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Cognition is the activity of knowing: the acquisition, organization, and use of knowledge. Emphasizing fundamental issues, this course introduces such basic content areas in cognitive psychology as perception, memory, language, cognitive development, and philosophy of science. An optional weekly review session is offered for those who wish to attend.

  • PSYC 3440

    Child Psychopathology
     Rating

    4.15

     Difficulty

    3.08

     GPA

    3.25

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Overview of the description, cause and treatment of various psychological disorders of childhood. Prerequisite: PSYC 2700 recommended.

  • PSYC 3006

    Research Methods and Data Analysis II
     Rating

    2.72

     Difficulty

    3.33

     GPA

    3.26

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    A continuation of discussion of research methods in psychology, including computer-controlled experimentation, integrated with computer-based exploratory data analysis, and elementary statistical analysis. Three lecture hours, two laboratory hours. Prerequisite: PSYC 2005 and one of the following options, all with a C or higher grade: STAT 1601 or (STAT 1602 AND STAT 2020) or STAT 3080 or PSYC 3310

  • PSYC 2600

    Introduction to Social Psychology
     Rating

    4.05

     Difficulty

    2.56

     GPA

    3.34

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Surveys major topics in social psychology, including personal perception and social cognition, attitudes and persuasion, interpersonal influence, interpersonal attraction, and helping relationships. Considers research theory and applications of social psychology. Three lecture hours plus optional discussion sections.

  • PSYC 2005

    Research Methods and Data Analysis I
     Rating

    2.97

     Difficulty

    2.92

     GPA

    3.38

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Introduces research methods and statistical analysis in psychology. This course, with a minimum grade of "C", is a prerequisite for declaring a major or minor in Psychology. Prerequisites: None.

  • PSYC 2410

    Abnormal Psychology
     Rating

    3.76

     Difficulty

    2.98

     GPA

    3.41

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    Introduces psychopathology with a focus on specific forms of abnormal behavior: depression, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, and personality disorders. Prerequisites: None.

  • PSYC 3200

    Fundamentals of Neuroscience
     Rating

    3.25

     Difficulty

    4.00

     GPA

    3.42

    Last Taught

    Spring 2026

    This course will build on students' general knowledge of Neuroscience topics and aim to achieve a deeper understanding of the fundamental principles of Neuroscience. Topics covered: (1) cell biological and electrical properties of the neuron; (2) synaptic transmission and synaptic plasticity; (3) transduction of physical stimuli and processing of sensory information; and (4) development and evolution and the nervous system.