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V0000:
History of Psychology
The historical development of modern
psychology. Among the topics to be considered are: (1) psychological
problems as they developed in philosophy; (2) psychological
problems as they developed in natural science; (3) the early
psychological systematists; (4) modern schools of psychology.
3 hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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V0100:
Advanced Experimental Psychology I
Lectures deal with experimental methodology and research design,
and with related problems such as the ethics of psychological
experimentation. Laboratory work includes independent research,
which may be conducted individually or by a group of students.
Required for M.A. students.
2 lect., 4 lab. hr./wk.; 4 cr.
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V0500:
Statistical Methods in Psychology I
Probability and statistical inference; estimation of parameters
in survey research; analysis of variance and designs for experimental
research; correlation methods for psychometrics. Required
for M.A. and Ph.D. students.
2 rec., 2 lab. hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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V0600:
Statistical Methods in Psychology II
A continuation of Psychology V0500. Also, multivariate analysis
of correlation matrices and the use of computers for data
analysis. Required for Ph.D. students.
2 rec., 2 lab. hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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V1000:
Advanced Physiological Psychology
Considers the interrelation of structure and behavior of the
organism, and the physiological background of various psychological
processes. The structure and function of the nervous system
are surveyed. Various problems relating to the concept of
“reflex,” the organization, development and coordination
of motor activities, and the physiological basis of emotions
are discussed in detail.
3 hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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V1402:
Psychopharmacology
Science of drugs and their actions. Study of neuronal membranes
and potentials, synaptic communication, neurotransmitters,
receptor pharmacology, brain chemical circuits, neuroendocrine
systems, hormones and neuropeptides. Primary is the goal of
providing mental health professionals with a core knowledge
of the biological bases and treatment of individuals with
mental and addictive disorders.
3 hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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V1403:
An Introduction to Neuropsychology
An overview of the field of neuropsychology, focusing on what
is known about the functional organization of brain systems.
No prior knowledge of psychophysiology or cognition is required
but would be helpful.
3 hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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V2000:
Developmental Psychology I
The development of children, from infancy to adolescence,
will be discussed from a wide variety of theoretical perspectives,
including Piagetian, psychoanalytic, behavioral, and cross-cultural
viewpoints.
3 hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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V2500:
Developmental Psychology-The Later Years
Psychology of maturity, with emphasis on the later years.
Social and cultural determinants of aging. Age-related changes
in biological structure and function, perceptual processes,
psychomotor skills, cognition, learning, and memory. Emotional
and social adjustment during the later years. Maintaining
the effectiveness of the older adult.
3 hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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V4600:
Advanced Social Psychology
Among the topics to be covered are: methodology; social motivation;
social or person perception; group processes; and attitude
change.
3 hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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V4799:
Health Psychology
An introduction to health psychology, which is concerned with
understanding the biopsychosocial factors that explain physical
health. It also focuses on designing, implementing, and evaluating
preventive interventions to reduce or eliminate the behaviors
that place the individual at risk for poor physical health.
3 hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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V5301:
Family Psychology
The course explores family structure and process. An effort
is made to study historical and cultural factors and contemporary
changes in the family. Theoretical models will be examined
in some detail as a basis for clinical and research evaluation.
3 hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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V5500:
Psychopathology I
Covers the entire field of clinical expression of psychodynamics
of the total personality as demonstrated in various forms
of the psychoses and neuroses. It stresses the evolution of
modern psychiatric thought. It will be substantially supported
by demonstrations of patients at a psychiatric hospital and
clinic. The first semester will stress the functional psychoses.
3 hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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V6100:
Measurement of Abilities
Topics covered include the psychometric principles of testing
and assessment, with an emphasis upon intelligence testing
and the measurement of cognitive abilities. Hands-on experience
with psychodiagnostic tests in a workshop format is an integral
part of the course.
2 lect., 2 lab. hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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V6602:
Theories of Individual Psychotherapy
Theories of individual psychotherapy from behavioral, client
centered, cognitive, gestalt, existential and psychoanalytical
perspectives are contrasted using written materials and films.
The central place of value and cultural perspective is emphasized.
Prereq: Abnormal Personality or permission of the instructor.
3 hrs./wk.; 3 cr.
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V7500:
Psychopathology of Childhood
An introductory course designed to explore issues of normal
and pathological emotional development during the school age
years. Review of basic psychoanalytic notions of development
during this period; classical analytic as well as object relations
in attachment theories will be discussed. A number of specific
syndromes and their possible etiologies; depression, additional
situational disturbances, personality disorder, borderline
syndromes and childhood schizophrenia will also be reviewed.
Discussion of major diagnostic classifications systems, including
DSM-III and the GAP manual. Prereq: permission of the instructor.
3 hr./wk.; 3 cr.
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B9700:
Special Topics in Psychology
Prereq: approval of the appropriate faculty sponsor.
Hrs.
to be arranged; 3 cr.
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B9800:
Tutorial
Prereq: approval of the appropriate faculty sponsor.
Hrs.
to be arranged; 3 cr.
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B9900:
Psychological Research and Seminar
Psychological research and seminar for candidates for the
M.A. degree who are engaged in thesis research. Offered each
semester. Required for M.A. students.
Hrs. to be arranged; 3 cr.
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| Ph.D.
Electives
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In
addition to the M.A. Program, The City College houses two
Ph.D. programs: the Clinical Psychology Program and the Experimental
Cognition Program. The following is a list of Ph.D. courses
normally open to M.A. students. Before enrolling, however,
students must receive written permission from the M.A. Graduate
Director and the individual course instructor.
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V3800:
Cognitive Psychology
This course focuses on how a person utilizes limited mental
processing capacity. Topics include the analysis, interpretation,
storage and retrieval of sensory input in such forms as fantasies,
daydreams, imagery. Required for Ph.D. Experimental Cognition
students.
2 hr./wk. plus conf.; 3 cr.
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V5200:
Language and Thought
This course investigates some of the higher mental processes
such as fantasy, affect, problem solving, concept formation,
creativity and psycholinguistics. Required for Ph.D. Experimental
Cognition students.
2 hr./wk. plus conf.; 3 cr.
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