TPC: SPEC TPCS IN H/F RESEARCH
The department offers selected topics that may not be offered regularly. These special topics will appear in the course listing each semester. Prerequisite: PSYC 201S or permission of the instructor.
Health Psychology
This course focuses on contemporary theory and research topics in health psychology. The course examines psychological and behavioral issues affecting health maintenance, coping with life-threatening illnesses and chronic diseases, and health promotion. The course uses the biopsychosocial (mind-body) model as an organizing framework, emphasizing the dynamic interactions among biological, social, personality, and behavioral factors jointly in influencing people's health. The course is conducted as a seminar.
TPCS: TRAFFIC PSYCHOLOGY
This course provides opportunities for advanced investigations of selected topics in psychology. May be taken by students beyond the first year of graduate study who wish to pursue topics not covered by regularly scheduled courses. Prerequisites: permission of the instructor and graduate program director.
TPC: PEER MENTOR
The department offers selected topics that may not be offered on a regular basis. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
Drugs and Behavior
An examination of the effects of psychoactive drugs on behavior and the factors involved in drug use. Current research literature is discussed. Prerequisites: Completion of PSYC 201S with a grade of C (2.0) or higher.
TPCS: UG TEACHING ASSISTANT
The department offers selected topics that may not be offered regularly. These special topics will appear in the course listing each semester. Prerequisite: PSYC 201S or permission of the instructor.
TPC:UNDERGRAD TCHING ASSIST I
The department offers selected topics that may not be offered on a regular basis. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
Occupational Health Psychology
This course examines multidisciplinary research and theories on issues related to individual and organizational well-being and health. Occupational health psychology (OHP) emphasizes the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injuries and illnesses in the workplace. Through lectures/presentations, discussions, and research activities, students will learn about OHP theory and practice. Prerequisites: PSYC 763/PSYC 863 and PSYC 850.
Ergonomics
Basic overview and application of anthropometry, biomechanics, functional anatomy, mechanics, and human physiology for the design of industrial tools, equipment, and workstations.