Biola University 2013–14 Catalog
of issues, including socio-cultural diversity, prejudice, conflict resolution, and gender roles. Credit(s): 3.
CPSY 204 - Psychology and Christian Thought An introduction to the nature and process of the application of Christian thought to the study and practice of psychology. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 208 - Statistics with Computer Application Basic descriptive and inferential statistics for social- psychological research and evaluation with an emphasis on computer application. Prerequisite(s): Serves as prerequisite for 320. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 210 - Psychology and Worldview An introduction to the integration of faith, learning and living for a more accurate understanding of reality. The course emphasizes Christian thinking and psychological analysis of contemporary worldviews that are intellectually viable and consistent with biblical truth. Students examine case studies of individual and group behavior that demonstrate the methods and difficulties of integration and application. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 310 - Psychology and Anthropology An examination of biblical concepts related to human relationships and interpersonal communication. Attention is given to human beings as designed and created by God, the consequences of the fall and the impact of redemption. Case studies and student experiences are discussed. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 320 - Experimental Psychology Introduction to basic research design and evaluation. An analysis of the philosophy and methodology of the experimental method is considered. Psychological experimentation and evaluation are implemented with human subjects. Students will complete an experimental research paper using APA guidelines and formatting. Prerequisite(s): 208. Note(s): Meets Writing Competency Requirement. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 322 - Learning and Cognition Analysis of empirical findings and theoretical development in the area of learning, cognition, and memory and their application to human behavior. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 325 - Developmental Psychology: Childhood-Adolescence A study of the theory and research regarding human development from conception through adolescence. Consideration will be given to the biological, psychological, cultural, and social influences on human development. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 326 - Developmental Psychology: Adulthood–Aging A study of the theory and research regarding human development from late-adolescence through death. Consideration will be given to the biological, psychological, cultural, and social influences on human development. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 344 - Abnormal Psychology Nature, causes, and treatment of abnormal behavior, including the full range of mental disorders identified within the current categorical system. Cross-listed: PSYC 309. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 406 - Social and Cultural Psychology Analysis of social behavior, including social cognition, attitude formation, change, and group processes. Emphasis is placed on the application of social psychology principles to a range
CPSY 414 - Theories of Personality An overview of personality theories including the primary representatives from the major schools: analytic– psychodynamic, humanistic-existential, and cognitive- behavioral. Integration will be emphasized throughout the course. Cross-listed: PSYC 411. Note(s): Meets Writing Competency Requirement. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 418 - The Psychology of Spiritual Development An introductory exploration into the nature of spiritual formation and its relationship with psychology. Attention will be given to the nature of spiritual growth, the psychological hindrances to growth and how to address these for the sake of spiritual maturity. The course will also address various ways that Christians have sought to deepen their relationship with God, with special emphasis given to the nature and practice of prayer in the Church and the Christian Life. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 420 - Psychology of Marriage and Family Life An exploration of contemporary marriage and family life, including cultural and sociological factors impacting today’s family. Divorce and remarriage, single parenting, dual career families, and the role of religious faith in the home will be addressed. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 422 - Physiological Psychology A study of physiological aspects of human behavior including neural, sensory, motor, and chemical processes. Current research on physiological aspects of mental and physical health, emotions, and psychopathology are addressed. Cross-listed: PSYC 412. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 450 - Psychology and Ethics Student’s explore and formulate a psychologically sound and spiritually viable philosophy of life, providing the base for such concerns as personal and group ethics, accountability in government, respect for human rights, and a responsible lifestyle in our contemporary world. Ethical theories and personal values are examined through readings, personal exploration and classroom discussion. Credit(s): 3. CPSY 460 - Directed Internship Psychology work experience related specifically to field of study. A proposal describing learning objectives, collateral reading and expected benefits must be submitted and accepted by the student’s advisor prior to registration. Note(s): To be counted toward elective credits only. Credit(s): 1 - 4. CPSY 480 - Seminar: Selected Topics Reading, research, and application relevant to selected areas in the field of psychology. Credit(s): 1 - 4. CPSY 490 - Directed Studies Supervised study, research, and writing in specified area of psychology, including learning, education, and psychophysiology. Credit(s): 1 - 4.
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