2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin - NMU Bulletin

PSY 297 Directed Research/Directed Study 1-4 cr.

• Offered: Contact Department
• Graded: S/U
• Prerequisites: Written department permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Directed individual laboratory research of current problems in psychology.

Notes: May be repeated if topic differs. Does not count as a repeat of PSY 298. Formerly PY 297 Directed Research/Directed Study.

PSY 296 Special Topics in Psychology 1-4 cr.

• Offered: Contact department
• Graded: S/U
• Prerequisites: Freshmen or sophomore standing only.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Basic course in area of study.

Notes: May be repeated if topic differs. Formerly PY 296 Special Topics in Psychology.

PSY 295 Special Topics in Psychology 1-4 cr.

• Offered: Contact department
• Prerequisites: PSY 100 or PSY 101.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

The formal study of content areas of psychology that have a research or theoretical base, but that are not regularly offered as part of the curriculum.

Notes: May be repeated if topic differs. Formerly PY 295 Special Topics in Psychology.

PSY 245 Psychology of Human Sexuality 4 cr.

• Offered: Contact department
• Prerequisites: PSY 100 or PSY 101.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Psychological perspectives on sexual behavior human sexuality from historical, cross-cultural and clinical contemporary viewpoints. The course will focus on implications of this material for the student in order to lead to knowledgeable personal decision making.

Notes: Formerly PY 255 Sexual Behavior: Psychological Perspectives (4 cr.).

PSY 312 Child Psychology 4 cr.  (4-0-0)

• Offered: Winter, Even Years
• Prerequisites: PSY 100 or PSY 101; PSY 201, PSY 202 and PSY 210.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

This course examines current theories, methods of study, and research in the study of human development from conception through the early childhood years, and the interrelationships among biological, social, and psychological aspects of development. Connections to practical and professional experiences will be made throughout the semester.

Notes:

Formerly PY 241 Child Psychology (4 cr.).

PSY 223 Psychology of Gender 4 cr.

• Offered: Contact department
• Prerequisites: PSY 100 or PSY 101.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

An introduction to studies on gender and an examination of its impact on personal lives. Topics include biological aspects of sex differences and similarities, social development and sex role stereotypes.

Notes: Formerly PY 235 Psychology of Gender (4 cr.).

PSY 202 Psychological Research II: Experimental Design and Methodology 4 cr.  (3-0-2)

• Offered: Fall Winter Summer
• Prerequisites: PSY 201.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

An introduction to the methods and designs used to acquire knowledge within the psychological sciences, both causal (i.e., controlled experimental) and non-causal (e.g., survey, correlation and naturalistic observation). Empirical studies conducted in a laboratory experience.

Notes:

Formerly PY 205 Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology (4 cr.)

PSY 250 Brain and Behavior 4 cr.  (3-0-2)

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Prerequisites: PSY 100 or PSY101 or BI 111.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
• General Education: This course applies towards the following general education requirement(s):
  • Laboratory Science University Requirement (LAB)
  • Scientific Inquiry (SCII)

Study of the biological bases of behavior with emphasis on central nervous system anatomy and physiology and its relation to various psychological functions, drug effects and neuropsychological disorders, with structured laboratory experience.

Notes: Formerly PY 204 Physiological Psychology (4 cr.).

PSY 100 Introduction to Psychological Science 4 cr.  (3-0-2)

• Offered: Fall Winter Summer
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.
• General Education: This course applies towards the following general education requirement(s):
  • Laboratory Science University Requirement (LAB)
  • Scientific Inquiry (SCII)

An introduction to the principles and content areas of the science of psychology. This course includes a focus on the philosophy and methodology of science, using selected problems from psychology as examples for application and demonstration. Includes laboratory experience.

Notes:

Formerly PY 100 Introduction to Psychology (4 cr.). Can not earn credit for both PSY 100 and PSY 101. PSY 100 will repeat PSY 101.

PL 250 Feminist Theory 4 cr.  (4-0-0)

• Offered: Every Third Semester
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Examination of philosophical texts, issues, and analyses concerning the nature, status, and experience of women. Attention will be devoted to global patterns of gender discrimination and philosophical explanations and critiques of these patterns. Additional topics may include philosophical analyses of social justice, philosophical analyses of gender, philosophical analyses of power hierarchies, social roles, and related issues. Readings will include works by classic and contemporary philosophers.