Understand CUNY Major Requirements: Major in Psychology at Lehman College

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Major in Psychology BA at Lehman College

Credits required to complete this program: 35 to 45
A minimum GPA of 2.00 in any PSY course is required for this Major.
At least 17.5 credits for this Major must be completed at Lehman College.

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Lehman College Courses
Pre-requisites
Introduction to Statistics or Precalculus or Elements of Calculus or Calculus I (1 classes required)
MAT 132: Introduction to Statistics Pre-requisite MAT 104 + Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours Collection, plotting, and comparison of data sets, histograms, descriptive statistics, the frequency definition of probability, random experiments, random sampling, binomial and normal variables, confidence intervals and tests of hypotheses for binomial and normal parameters. Additional topics chosen from tests for the difference of proportions or population means, the Chi Square test, and regression analysis. Introduction to a computer statistical package.PREREQ: MAT 104 or placement by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Mathematical&QuantitativeReasoning)
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MAT 172: Precalculus Pre-req: MAT 104 C Grade Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours Polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions, with applications to problems in mathematics and the sciences.PREREQ: A grade of C (or better) in MAT 104 or placement by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science.Notes: (1) Students may not receive credit for both MAT 171 and MAT 172. (2) MAT 172 is a prerequisite for MAT 175. Students planning on taking MAT 174 should take MAT 171 instead of MAT 172. This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Mathematical&QuantitativeReasoning)
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MAT 174: Elements of Calculus Pre-requisite MAT 171 with a minimum of a C grade Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours (Not open to students majoring in MAT.)Differentiation and integration of elementary functions with applications to business, to social sciences, and to life sciences. PREREQ: A grade of C (or better) in MAT 171 or placement by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science. Notes: (1) Students may not receive credit for both MAT 174 and MAT 175. (2) MAT 174 will not serve as a prerequisite for MAT 176 This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Mathematical&QuantitativeReasoning)
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MAT 175: Calculus I Prereq a grade of C (or better) in MAT 172 or a grade of C (or better) in both MAT 108 and MAT 171 or placement by the Department of Mathematics. Co-req MAT 155 Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours Differentiation of functions of one variable; applications to motion problems, maximum-minimum problems, curve sketching, and mean-value theorems. Pre-req: A grade of C (or better) in MAT 172 or a grade of C (or better) in both MAT 108 and MAT 171 or placement by the Department of Mathematics. COREQ: MAT 155 Notes: (1) Students may not receive credit for both MAT 174 and MAT 175. (2) MAT 174 will not serve as a prerequisite for MAT 176 This course is currently being offered (Required Core - Mathematical&QuantitativeReasoning)
Required Psychology Courses
General Psychology (3 credits required)
PSY 166: General Psychology Requisites: None Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Introduction to the fundamental concepts and methods of modern psychology. Consideration of the scientific basis of psychology and of the significant problems in the areas of learning, motivation, emotion, individual differences, physiological bases of behavior, perception, developmental processes, personality, and social behavior.NOTE:There is a research requirement for this course that students can fulfill either by writing about their participation as a subject in approved studies or by writing their reactions to approved articles or colloquia.NOTE: All of the following PSY courses carry PSY 166 as a prerequisite. Additional prerequisites are indicated where appropriate. This course is currently being offered (Flexible Core - Individual and Society)
Statistical Methods In Psychology (1 classes required)
PSY 226: Statistical Methods in Psychology Prereq: PSY 166 and MAT 132 or MAT 172 or MAT 174 or MAT 175 and Upper Junior status Credits: 4 Hours: 4.0 Lecture hours Descriptive and inferential statistics and their applications to the analysis and interpretation of psychological data. Among the topics discussed are central tendency, variability, correlation and regression, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, power analysis, and the relationship of research design to statistics.PREREQ: PSY 166 and MAT 132 or MAT 172 or MAT 174 or MAT 175, and Upper Junior Status. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Experimental Psychology I (4 credits required)
PSY 305: Experimental Psychology I Prereq PSY 166 & PSY 226 and Lower Senior Status Credits: 4 Hours: 2.0 Lecture hours, 4.0 Laboratory hours Theory and method of psychological experimentation and measurement as applied to the study of behavioral phenomena. Design and execution of selected experiments in such areas as learning, thinking, motivation, personality, and social behavior.PREREQ: PSY 166 and PSY 226 and Lower Senior Status. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
History of Psychology (3 credits required)
PSY 348: History of Psychology Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Study of the evolution of theory and methods in psychology as it has developed from its early philosophical roots to its present status as a science and profession. The contributions of major individuals and theoretical systems and their influence on contemporary psychology will be reviewed. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Elective Courses
(Any 2 of 3 groups required)
Group #1 - Option 1 (3 credits required)
PSY 217: Child Psychology Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Consideration of theories, research findings, and methodology with respect to physical growth, sensorimotor, emotional, cognitive, perceptual conceptual, language, and intellectual development of the individual prior to adolescence. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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PSY 218: Psychology of Adolescence Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Adolescence as a transition between childhood and adulthood. Theory and research on age-related changes, developmental tasks and role in society. Topics include physical and cognitive development, self-concept and autonomy, family, school and peer relations, the adolescent at risk. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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PSY 219: Psychology of Adulthood and Aging Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Development from adulthood to the final stages of life. Theory and research findings on age-related biological, cognitive, personality, and sensory changes. Topics include sex roles, parenting, family relationships, work, leisure, retirement, death, and bereavement. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Group #2 - Option 2 (3 credits required)
PSY 234: Abnormal Psychology Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Examination of the concept of abnormality and of the major categories of psychopathology with regard to symptoms and diagnosis. Consideration of etiology and treatment of psychological disorders from psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic, sociocultural, and biological perspectives. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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PSY 255: Theories of Personality Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Review of the major theories of personality development, including the psychoanalytic, constitutional, behavioral, and biosocial.Pre-requisite: PSY 166 This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Group #3 - Option 3 (3 credits required)
PSY 240: Industrial-Organizational Psychology Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Survey of current research problems; practices in personnel selection and training; management; consumer, marketing and advertising psychology. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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PSY 260: Social Psychology Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Consideration of theoretical approaches, research methodology, and findings pertinent to the study of the individual in his social context. Emphasis is given to attitude formation and change, interpersonal perception, group structure and processes, leadership, conformity, and communication. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
(Any 2 of 3 groups required)
Group #1 - Option I (3 credits required)
PSY 245: Psychological Testing and Assessment Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Basic concepts of psychological testing and assessment. Survey of the major methods of assessment and tests of general ability, aptitude, achievement, interest, and personality. Examination of the contribution of psychological tests to applied psychology and their role in contemporary society. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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PSY 310: Psychology of Learning Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Survey of fundamental concepts, empirical findings, and theoretical issues in animal and human learning. Topics include conditioning, extinction, reinforcement, generalization, discrimination, problem solving, retention, and forgetting. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Group #2 - Option II (3 credits required)
PSY 314: Cognitive Psychology Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours A consideration of the manner in which humans process, code, and store information. Current ideas and research pertaining to selective attention, short- and long-term memory, consciousness, and the constructive nature of perception and thinking. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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PSY 317: Psychology of Sensation and Perception Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Review of the classic concepts of sensation and perception. Examination of each of the major senses, with emphasis on vision and hearing. Survey of modern perceptual formulations and appraisal of current theories. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Group #3 - Option III (3 credits required)
PSY 316: Physiological Psychology Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours An introduction to the nervous system and its relation to the understanding of such psychological processes as sensation, perception, attention, learning, motivation, memory, arousal, sleep, and dreaming. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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PSY 366: Clinical Neuropsychology Pre-requisite PSY 166 Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Lecture hours Consideration of the effects of brain damage on psychological functioning, with emphasis on impairments in perception, attention, emotion, memory, and language abilities. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
Additional PSY Courses and/or Departmental Honors (9 credits required)
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Departmental Honors
(6 credits required)
PSY 485: Independent Study in Psychology Requisites: None Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Independent Study hours (maximum 6 credits; only 3 credits may be applied to requirements of the major). Individual research project (e.g., lab, library, or community oriented), under the direction of a member of the Psychology faculty. Written report required for each semester of work.(maximum 6 credits; only 3 credits may be applied to requirements of the major).PREREQ: Department permission; 2.75 GPA; 3.0 GPA in Psychology; minimum 9 psychology credits completed at Lehman; instructor's permission. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)
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PSY 495: Honors Research in Psychology Requisites: None Credits: 3 Hours: 3.0 Research hours Empirical research project under the direction of a member of the Psychology faculty that makes an original intellectual or creative contribution to Psychology. Required for graduation with Honors in Psychology. Granting of credit will be contingent upon presentation of a report of the research at a Departmental seminar and the filing of a formal APA-style research paper in the Departmental office before the end of the senior year.PREREQ: Department permission; PSY 485; 3.2 GPA; 3.5 GPA in Psychology; minimum 12 psychology credits completed at Lehman; instructor's permission; PSY 305 either pre- or co-requisite. This course is currently being offered (Regular Liberal Arts)

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