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Behavioral Sciences Courses
CRJ 103. Introduction to Criminal Justice. 3 hours credit
This course is designed to provide an overview of the justice process, and the criminal justice system in general, at the local, state, and federal levels of law enforcement, corrections, and judicial systems.
CRJ 223. Survey of Corrections. 3 hours credit
An overview of corrections as part of the criminal justice system; with emphasis on historical perspectives, theory and methods and incarceration, alternatives to incarceration, juvenile offenders, and current special issues.
CRJ 233. Evidence. 3 hours credit
The course provides an analysis of the rules of evidence; with emphasis on evidence obtained through search, seizure, and arrest. Also examines the procedures and rules to which one must adhere in order for evidence to be admissible.
CRJ 243. Criminal Law. 3 hours credit
Historical and philosophical concepts of law, preserving life and property, offenses against persons and property, and common offenses and defenses against criminal acts.
CRJ 303. Criminology. 3 hours credit
This course provides a general survey of the nature and causes of crime, and efforts of the criminal justice system to predict, prevent, modify, and correct this behavior.
CRJ 323. Probation, Pardon, and Parole. 3 hours credit
An introduction to the fields of probations, pardon, and parole; current theories, practices, organizational goals, and problems with adult and juvenile probations and parole programs.
CRJ 343. Constitutional Law. 3 hours credit
Examination of Constitutional provisions, their development through court interpretation, and their application to law enforcement.
CRJ 381. Family and Societal Violence. 3 hours credit, even years, fall. Crosslisted as PSY 381 and SWK 381
The purpose of this course is to examine the acts of violence in this country and the intervention strategies to alleviate these societal problems. A special emphasis will be placed on the mental health and legal professions. Several causal relationships will be explored.
CRJ 403. Criminal Investigation. 3 hours credit
This course is designed to provide the student with a basic knowledge of the means and methods of investigating a variety of reported criminal offenses. Identification, collection, and examinations necessary to the successful completion of a criminal investigation will be discussed. Theories and practices of the investigative process and the criminal justice system, duties and responsibilities of the investigator, and treatment of physical evidence will be discussed.
CRJ 413. Courts and Courtroom Procedure. 3 hours credit
This course provides an analysis of the structure and functions of the criminal court system in the United States, including roles of the prosecutor, defender, judge, jury, and court administrator.
CRJ 423. Ethics and the Criminal Justice System. 3 hours credit
This course examines dilemmas and decisions in the criminal justice system focusing on typical problems encountered in law enforcement, corrections, and the court. Attention is given to due process, fundamental fairness, and various ethical guidelines used in the criminal justice system.
CRJ 433. Special Topics in Criminal Justice. 3 hours credit
This course is a variable-topics course in which the students explore current topics, problems, or issues in the field of criminal justice.
CRJ 453. Research and Writing in Criminal Justice. 3 hours credit
This course addresses general and specific aspects of conducting research in criminal justice.
FAM 113. Families in Society. 3 hours credit, fall and spring
A study of families and their relationships to other institutions, such as the educational, governmental, religious, and occupational institutions in society.
FAM 123. Family Relations. 3 hours credit, even years, spring. Crosslisted as SOC 123
This introductory course teaches the basic principles and skills that are needed in creating a successful marriage and family life. Family relationships in all stages of the life cycle are examined.
FAM 132. Dating & Preparation for Marriage/Human Sexuality. 2 hours, on demand
This course is for persons who want information that can help them prepare for marriage and successfully make the transition to married life. Students learn ways to effectively initiate and maintain relationships, test compatibility, understand self and partner and evaluate readiness for marriage. The second half of the course is an overview of the complex social, psychological and physiological aspects of human sexuality. Emphasis is upon a responsible view of sexuality as a part of life adjustment.
FAM 343. Parenting. 3 hours credit, on demand
The class focuses on principles and practices for effective parenthood. Students learn the way children and parents can help each other in their individual development and the ways parent-child relationships change at different stages of development.
FAM 363. Introduction to Gerontology. 3 hours credit, on demand.
An introduction to the field of gerontology. This course includes a study of the aspects of aging and the issues affecting the lives of older adults. Emphasis on understanding the individual and his/her continuous adjustment to the later years of family life cycle.
PSY 113. General Psychology. 3 hours credit, fall.
A general overview of the history, philosophical development, and theoretical approaches to the study of human behavior. Consideration is given to such topics as intelligence, personality, motivation, adjustment, and the application of psychology in various fields.
PSY 143. Human Growth and Development. 3 hours credit, fall, spring
The physical, mental, emotional, and social development of the human individual from birth to the end of life. Application of the principles of psychology to an understanding of human growth with major emphasis on understanding child and adolescent behaviors. Required for all psychology majors and any student certifying to teach.
PSY 223. Introduction to Human Services. 3 hours credit, fall, even years.
Exploration of social welfare systems as a social institution. A functional, as well as philosophical, look at the development and present status of social welfare and how it helps individuals, families and groups enhance or restore capacities for social functioning.
PSY 315. Human Behavior and Motivation. 3 hours credit, even years, fall
Focusing upon the complexities of human behavior (operant, associative processes, environmental control, and behavior modification), and the motivation inherent in the human experience (issues, organizing principles, basic systems, emotions and self-regulation). For psychology majors or minors.
PSY 323. Adolescent Psychology. 3 hours credit, even years, spring
Designed to survey the sequence and nature of adolescent development by studying principles related to the areas of emotional, intellectual, social, cognitive, moral and physical development. Resources in the local community that can aid youth and their parents or adult persons working with them will be identified. Age span included is from the middle-school age through the high-school age student. Prerequisite: PSY 143 or permission of instructor.
PSY 333. Theories of Personality. 3 hours credit, odd years, fall
Theories of personality development and the varying degrees of emphasis placed upon such factors as environment, heredity, or learning. Prerequisite: PSY 113 or permission of instructor.
PSY 343. Abnormal Psychology. 3 hours credit, odd years, spring.
Study of abnormal behavior patterns, as well as theories that seek to explain such behavior, with an emphasis on treatment as well as diagnosis. Prerequisite: 12 hours of psychology or permission of instructor.
PSY 363. Human Diversity and Spirituality. 3 hours credit, odd years, fall. Crosslisted as SWK 363
This course will increase the understanding of a diverse and pluralistic society; recognize dehumanizing biases; improve human relations skills; focus on respect, human dignity and individual rights; and explore the meaning of spirituality in a professional and personal context.
PSY 381. Family and Societal Violence. 3 hours credit, even years, fall. Crosslisted as CRJ 381 and SWK 381
The purpose of this course is to examine the acts of violence in this country and the intervention strategies to alleviate these societal problems. A special emphasis will be placed on the mental health and legal professions. Several causal relationships will be explored.
PSY 403. Adult Development and Aging. 3 hours credit, odd years, fall
A study of the psychological, religious and sociological aspects of major transition phases in adult development. Topics include selecting a mate, meshing of personalities in marriage, the first child, teen-parent interactions, marriages of children, empty nest, retirement, adjustment to grandchildren, and the special conditions of serious illness, death and divorce. Prerequisite: PSY 143.
PSY 423. Counseling. 3 hours credit, odd years, spring
An introductory study of the opportunities and responsibilities of counseling. Prerequisites: PSY 113 or PSY 143; junior standing, or permission of instructor.
PSY 433. Social Science Research. 3 hours credit, even years, spring
Introduction to the use of the scientific method in general social science research. Consideration given to formulation of problems, techniques of gathering data, presentation and interpretation of research findings. Prerequisite: MTH 223, PSY 243 and 6 additional hours of psychology or permission of instructor.
PSY 453. Field Experience. 3 hours credit, odd years, spring
Appropriate field work experiences in areas of emphasis. Prerequisite: 12 hours of psychology or permission of instructor.
PSY 473. Social Psychology. 3 hours credit, fall, even years
The scientific study of how people think about, influence, and relate to one another. Topics include social thinking, values, conformity, persuasion, group influences, prejudice, aggression, altruism, conflict and peacemaking. Prerequisite: PSY 113.
PSY 485. Testing and Measurement. 3 hours credit, even years, spring
An introduction to the major concepts involved in educational testing and measurement. Topics include: the historical context of assessment, integration of ACA ethics in research and testing, a review of basic statistical procedures, methods of interpretation, impact of individual variance, the practical administration of tests, challenges to validity and reliability and the utilization of assessment within a profession. Students will be exposed to a variety of clinical and psychological tests. Emphasis is placed on aspects that are important to the professional as a consumer of testing information. Prerequisite: PSY 233.
SOC 113. Introduction to Sociology. 3 hours credit, spring
A study of the basic methods and concepts used in the description and understanding of group behavior. Special attention is given to the way in which the individual is molded by various social groups, such as communities, nationalities, and crowds.
SOC 123. Family Relations. 3 hours credit, even years, spring. Crosslisted as FAM 123.
This introductory course teaches the basic principles and skills that are needed in creating a successful marriage and family life. Family relationships in all stages of the life cycle are examined.
SOC 233. Social Policy and Contemporary Social Problems. 3 hours credit, spring
A study of contemporary social problems and the development of social policy as it pertains to public welfare, families, sexual orientation, crime, juvenile delinquency, education, the work place, race relations, sexism, aging, disabilities, and the environment.
SWK 223. Introduction to Social Work and Human Services. 3 hours credit, even years, fall
The history and current status of the social welfare system is examined and the relationship between this institution and the role of social work, psychology and the other helping professions. The course focuses upon individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities as resources are allocated to meet changing needs. Equity and social justice are two of the concepts studied.
SWK 353. Substance Abuse and Addictions. 3 hours credit, odd years, spring
The study of the array of chemical and process addictions from the historical, biological, psychological, and social aspects incorporating strengths-based helping strategies and consideration of public policy.
SWK 363. Human Diversity and Spirituality. 3 hours credit, odd years, fall. Crosslisted as PSY 363
This course will increase the understanding of a diverse and pluralistic society; recognize dehumanizing biases; improve human relations skills; focus on respect, human dignity and individual rights; and explore the meaning of spirituality in a professional and personal context.
SWK 381. Family and Societal Violence. 3 hours credit, even years, fall. Crosslisted as CRJ 381 and PSY 381
The purpose of this course is to examine the acts of violence in this country and the intervention strategies to alleviate these societal problems. A special emphasis will be placed on the mental health and legal professions. Several causal relationships will be explored.
SWK 443. Small Group and Family. 3 hours credit, odd years, fall
A study of small groups and family social work which focuses upon family development, family resiliency, gender, culture, and ethnic considerations, school issues, family violence, home-based services, and the community.
SWK 463. Community Organization. 3 hours credit, even years, spring
An examination of program development, policy change, advocacy, and political involvement from the social work perspective.
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