• PSY 3440: Child & Family Mental Health

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State 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 2000 (Grade C or higher) and PSY 1100 or FCS 1500; or instructor permission. SP
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• PSY 3450: Intro to Child Life Theory & Practice

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State 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 (formerly Dixie State 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); or instructor permission. FA, SP
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• PSY 3500: Psychological Themes in Film

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State 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 (formerly Dixie State 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 or PSY 1010A; or instructor permission. SP
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• PSY 3710: Behavioral Neuroscience

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State 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 (Grade C or higher); or BIOL 1610 (Grade C or higher); AND PSY 1010 (Grade C or higher); or instructor permission. FA, SP
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• PSY 3712: Human Learning & Memory

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State 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); or instructor permission.
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• PSY 3714: Learning and Behavior

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State 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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• PSY 3720: Psychopharmacology

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  Focuses on how the chemical functions of the brain, examining how behavior and environment can change brain functions, and how medications and drugs alter those functions. Includes a basic survey of neuropharmacology, the effects of various psychotropic drugs, and the actions of drugs used to treat mental disorders. Principles covered include neurophysiological mechanisms involved in synaptic activity, distribution of specific neurotransmitter systems, and actions of specific drugs and their effects on behavior, mood, and thought processes. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Explain how neurotransmitters and hormones act in the body, and apply principles of psychopharmacology. 2. Evaluate different methods of psychopharmacological research. 3. Demonstrate understanding of general principles of drug abuse and addiction. 4. Apply principles of psychopharmacology to the etiology and treatment of psychological disorders. Prerequisite: PSY 3710 (Grade C or higher); or instructor permission. FA (odd)
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• PSY 3800: Relationship Science

  3.00 Credits

  Utah Tech University (formerly Dixie State University)

  
  An exploration of relationship science, an interdisciplinary field that examines the initiation, development, maintenance, and dissolution of close interpersonal relationships through the theoretical lenses of biology, social psychology, and personality psychology. Students will explore the structure and trajectory of relationships, how relationships operate, and how relationship outcomes are influenced by both the personal characteristics that people bring to their relationships and the broader context in which relationships are embedded. Although this course focuses on romantic relationships, we will examine friendship and family relationships as well. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Define and explain the major theoretical perspectives and core principles in relationship science. 2. Examine and appraise empirical findings in relationship science. 3. Formulate testable research questions grounded in the principles and theories in relationship science. 4. Apply the principles and theories of relationship science to understand, evaluate, and mitigate real-world relationship challenges. Prerequisites: PSY 1010 or PSY 1100 or FSHD 1500 (Grade C or higher).
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