Course of Psychology from Atlanta Christian College
PSY 465 Psychology of Religion (3)
A course designed to develop an understanding of the development of religion from historical, cultural, developmental, and psychological perspectives. Prerequisite: Senior status or permission. (2nd)
Course of Psychology from Atlanta Christian College
PSY 442 Personality Theory (3) A survey of major theories of personality from Freud to the present, including psychodynamic theory, influences of genetic and biochemical factors on behavior, social learning and environmental influences, and internal versus external locus of control. Prerequisite: PSY 204. (1st)
Course of Psychology from Atlanta Christian College
PSY 425 Interpersonal Effectiveness (2)
A course designed to enhance the students’ ability to be effective in interpersonal interaction, learning more about themselves and the skills necessary for quality communication, relationship building, problem solving, conflict resolution, and dealing with difficult people. Prerequisite: PSY 103 or SOC 103..
Course of Psychology from Atlanta Christian College
PSY 414 Human Sexuality (2)
A course designed to explore male, female differences in regard to emotions, perceptions, attitudes of relationships, and power of sexuality. It focuses on psychological and socio-cultural influences on human sexuality and incorporates a life span perspective. Previously listed as HRL 414. Prerequisite: PSY 204.
Course of Psychology from Atlanta Christian College
PSY 341 Abnormal Psychology (3)
This introductory abnormal psychology course is designed to help students understand the physiological, social, psychological nature of abnormal behavior as well as an understanding of the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorder. Prerequisite: PSY 204. (2nd)
Course of Psychology from Atlanta Christian College
PSY 315 Group Dynamics (2)
The analysis of how groups work and how to improve relationships in order to function effectively with all groups. Previously listed as HRL 315. Prerequisite: PSY 103 or SOC 103.
Course of Psychology from Atlanta Christian College
PSY 305 Adolescent Psychology (3)
A study of human growth and development from late childhood to early adulthood. Prerequisite: PSY 204. (1st, alternating years)
Course of Psychology from Atlanta Christian College
PSY 303 Methods in Research (2)
A continuation of PSY 302, with primary emphasis on applications. Previously listed as HRL 303. Prerequisite: PSY 302. (2nd)
Course of Psychology from Atlanta Christian College
PSY 302 Quantitative Methods (3)
A course designed to teach the student research methodologies, statistical analyses, and the appropriate usage of statistical methods, with primary emphasis on the ability to read and understand research. Previously listed as HRL 302. Prerequisite: MTH course. (1st)
Course of Psychology from Atlanta Christian College
PSY 204 Developmental Psychology (3) A study of human growth and development from conception and the prenatal period through adulthood and death. Prerequisite: PSY 103. (1st)