Credit Course Schedules

Psychology - Fall 2024

Term Definitions

In Person
Classes meet in person on campus; specific days/times/location
Online - Asynchronous
Classes meet fully online; no specific days/times/locations
Online - Synchronous (Zoom)
Classes meet via Zoom or other resource; specific days/times
Hybrid - Online Asynchronous & Online Synchronous (Zoom)
A portion of the classes meet synchronous via Zoom or other resource and a portion is asynchronous online; there will be some specific days/times
Hybrid - Online & In-person
A portion of the classes meet in person on campus and a portion is asynchronous or synchronous online; there will be some specific days/times/locations
Hybrid - Online Asynchronous & In Person
Classes meet in both asynchronous online and in-person modes; specific meeting times and locations for in-person portions of classes are listed with each course
Hybrid - Online Synchronous (Zoom) & In Person
Classes meet in both synchronous online (Zoom) and in-person modes; specific meeting times and locations are listed with each course
Hyflex
Combines online and face-to-face instruction. Students may participate in different ways: online - synchronous, online - asynchronous, face-to-face, or as a flexible learner (student has a degree of choice as to how they participate each week).
Flex
Flex courses may provide students with the opportunity to meet in-person on campus, on the synchronous days and times already scheduled, if conditions allow.
Imputed credits
Imputed credits are developmental courses for students who need to prepare themselves for college-level work. They count toward financial aid requirements but do not count toward earned college credits or GPA.
Interactive TV
Classes are taught live from one campus location and broadcast to one or more additional campus locations. Cameras and microphones at all sites allow faculty and learners to see and talk with each other.
General Psychology — 4235
PSY 1510 – 3 credits
Frank J. Corapi

Students will demonstrate an understanding of theories and research as they apply to fundamental concepts in psychology. As they complete readings and activities on the history of psychology, models of learning, biology and behavior, personality theory, psychological disorders, social psychology and other selected topics students will apply their knowledge to better understand the causes of thought, feeling, and behavior. They will be able to comprehend and apply the methods of scientific inquiry to the science of psychology. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 TBD
General Psychology — 4237
PSY 1510 – 3 credits
Frank J. Corapi

Students will demonstrate an understanding of theories and research as they apply to fundamental concepts in psychology. As they complete readings and activities on the history of psychology, models of learning, biology and behavior, personality theory, psychological disorders, social psychology and other selected topics students will apply their knowledge to better understand the causes of thought, feeling, and behavior. They will be able to comprehend and apply the methods of scientific inquiry to the science of psychology. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Hultquist Library 249
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon, Wed 9:30 am – 10:45 am
General Psychology — 4238
PSY 1510 – 3 credits
Frank J. Corapi

Students will demonstrate an understanding of theories and research as they apply to fundamental concepts in psychology. As they complete readings and activities on the history of psychology, models of learning, biology and behavior, personality theory, psychological disorders, social psychology and other selected topics students will apply their knowledge to better understand the causes of thought, feeling, and behavior. They will be able to comprehend and apply the methods of scientific inquiry to the science of psychology. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Hultquist Library 249
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon, Wed 11:00 am – 12:15 pm
General Psychology — 4239
PSY 1510 – 3 credits
Joshua L. Zeiders-Weber

Students will demonstrate an understanding of theories and research as they apply to fundamental concepts in psychology. As they complete readings and activities on the history of psychology, models of learning, biology and behavior, personality theory, psychological disorders, social psychology and other selected topics students will apply their knowledge to better understand the causes of thought, feeling, and behavior. They will be able to comprehend and apply the methods of scientific inquiry to the science of psychology. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Hultquist Library 249
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Tue, Thu 11:00 am – 12:15 pm
General Psychology — 4240
PSY 1510 – 3 credits
Joshua L. Zeiders-Weber

Students will demonstrate an understanding of theories and research as they apply to fundamental concepts in psychology. As they complete readings and activities on the history of psychology, models of learning, biology and behavior, personality theory, psychological disorders, social psychology and other selected topics students will apply their knowledge to better understand the causes of thought, feeling, and behavior. They will be able to comprehend and apply the methods of scientific inquiry to the science of psychology. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Hultquist Library 211
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon 6:00 pm – 8:45 pm
General Psychology — 4241
PSY 1510 – 3 credits
Joshua L. Zeiders-Weber

Students will demonstrate an understanding of theories and research as they apply to fundamental concepts in psychology. As they complete readings and activities on the history of psychology, models of learning, biology and behavior, personality theory, psychological disorders, social psychology and other selected topics students will apply their knowledge to better understand the causes of thought, feeling, and behavior. They will be able to comprehend and apply the methods of scientific inquiry to the science of psychology. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon 6:00 pm – 8:45 pm
General Psychology — 4242
PSY 1510 – 3 credits
Joshua L. Zeiders-Weber

Students will demonstrate an understanding of theories and research as they apply to fundamental concepts in psychology. As they complete readings and activities on the history of psychology, models of learning, biology and behavior, personality theory, psychological disorders, social psychology and other selected topics students will apply their knowledge to better understand the causes of thought, feeling, and behavior. They will be able to comprehend and apply the methods of scientific inquiry to the science of psychology. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Hultquist Library 249
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Tue, Thu 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm
General Psychology — 4243
PSY 1510 – 3 credits
Ronald Erik Seastedt

Students will demonstrate an understanding of theories and research as they apply to fundamental concepts in psychology. As they complete readings and activities on the history of psychology, models of learning, biology and behavior, personality theory, psychological disorders, social psychology and other selected topics students will apply their knowledge to better understand the causes of thought, feeling, and behavior. They will be able to comprehend and apply the methods of scientific inquiry to the science of psychology. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Hultquist Library 271
Sep 30 – Nov 6 Mon, Wed 1:30 pm – 3:25 pm
General Psychology — 4274
PSY 1510 – 3 credits
Francis G. Lachappelle

Students will demonstrate an understanding of theories and research as they apply to fundamental concepts in psychology. As they complete readings and activities on the history of psychology, models of learning, biology and behavior, personality theory, psychological disorders, social psychology and other selected topics students will apply their knowledge to better understand the causes of thought, feeling, and behavior. They will be able to comprehend and apply the methods of scientific inquiry to the science of psychology. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Cattaraugus County Campus
Technology Center 311
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon, Wed 11:00 am – 11:50 am
General Psychology — 4479
PSY 1510 – 3 credits
Joshua L. Zeiders-Weber

Students will demonstrate an understanding of theories and research as they apply to fundamental concepts in psychology. As they complete readings and activities on the history of psychology, models of learning, biology and behavior, personality theory, psychological disorders, social psychology and other selected topics students will apply their knowledge to better understand the causes of thought, feeling, and behavior. They will be able to comprehend and apply the methods of scientific inquiry to the science of psychology. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

— North County Center
North County Campus Center 218
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon 6:00 pm – 8:45 pm
Stress & Coping — 4248
PSY 1550 – 3 credits
Tracey S. Mitchell

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the sources of common kinds of stress and the terminology associated with the areas of both stress and coping. They are expected to engage in critical thinking involving the physiology of stress and the understanding that certain situations are stressful to some and not others. Students will distinguish effective coping mechanisms from maladaptive, self-defeating approaches. Students are expected to apply what they have learned to their own lives. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J occasionally; C fall. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Hultquist Library 204
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon, Wed 3:00 pm – 4:15 pm
Stress & Coping — 4249
PSY 1550 – 3 credits
Tracey S. Mitchell

Students will demonstrate an understanding of the sources of common kinds of stress and the terminology associated with the areas of both stress and coping. They are expected to engage in critical thinking involving the physiology of stress and the understanding that certain situations are stressful to some and not others. Students will distinguish effective coping mechanisms from maladaptive, self-defeating approaches. Students are expected to apply what they have learned to their own lives. Eligibility: ENG 1510 without supports or Corequisite: ENG 1510 with supports. J occasionally; C fall. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon, Wed 3:00 pm – 4:15 pm
Life Span Development — 4250
PSY 2510 – 3 credits
Katey E. Baruth

Students will demonstrate an understanding of human development from conception to late adulthood. Students are expected to engage in critical thinking concerning the developmental processes and issues characterizing the various stages of the life cycle. Emphases will be placed on integrating theory and research and appreciating the practical application of life span development to real-life concerns and problems. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 TBD
Life Span Development — 4251
PSY 2510 – 3 credits
Katey E. Baruth

Students will demonstrate an understanding of human development from conception to late adulthood. Students are expected to engage in critical thinking concerning the developmental processes and issues characterizing the various stages of the life cycle. Emphases will be placed on integrating theory and research and appreciating the practical application of life span development to real-life concerns and problems. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 TBD
Life Span Development — 4255
PSY 2510 – 3 credits
Tracey S. Mitchell

Students will demonstrate an understanding of human development from conception to late adulthood. Students are expected to engage in critical thinking concerning the developmental processes and issues characterizing the various stages of the life cycle. Emphases will be placed on integrating theory and research and appreciating the practical application of life span development to real-life concerns and problems. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Hultquist Library 204
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon, Wed 11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Life Span Development — 4256
PSY 2510 – 3 credits
Tracey S. Mitchell

Students will demonstrate an understanding of human development from conception to late adulthood. Students are expected to engage in critical thinking concerning the developmental processes and issues characterizing the various stages of the life cycle. Emphases will be placed on integrating theory and research and appreciating the practical application of life span development to real-life concerns and problems. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon, Wed 11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Child Development — 4257
PSY 2520 – 3 credits
Renee L. Funke

Students will demonstrate an understanding of development from conception to adolescence, including knowledge of research methods, theories, and factual information. They will apply that knowledge to important issues that affect children from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Through a series of exercises, students will improve their ability to observe children and write about what they observe. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 TBD
Child Development — 4258
PSY 2520 – 3 credits
Renee L. Funke

Students will demonstrate an understanding of development from conception to adolescence, including knowledge of research methods, theories, and factual information. They will apply that knowledge to important issues that affect children from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Through a series of exercises, students will improve their ability to observe children and write about what they observe. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Hultquist Library 267
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon 9:30 am – 10:45 am
Child Development — 4259
PSY 2520 – 3 credits
Renee L. Funke

Students will demonstrate an understanding of development from conception to adolescence, including knowledge of research methods, theories, and factual information. They will apply that knowledge to important issues that affect children from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Through a series of exercises, students will improve their ability to observe children and write about what they observe. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon 9:30 am – 10:45 am
Social Psychology — 4260
PSY 2530 – 3 credits
Frank J. Corapi

Students will demonstrate mastery of theories and research in the field of social psychology. The course focus is on the influence of groups on individuals. Topics include prejudice, aggression, conformity, group decision making, and leadership. Students apply class material to real-life situations and will demonstrate an understanding of cultural diversity, including ethnic, racial, and gender issues. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Sheldon Center 138
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon, Wed 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm
Social Psychology — 4264
PSY 2530 – 3 credits
Frank J. Corapi

Students will demonstrate mastery of theories and research in the field of social psychology. The course focus is on the influence of groups on individuals. Topics include prejudice, aggression, conformity, group decision making, and leadership. Students apply class material to real-life situations and will demonstrate an understanding of cultural diversity, including ethnic, racial, and gender issues. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon, Wed 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm
Social Psychology — 4275
PSY 2530 – 3 credits
Francis G. Lachappelle

Students will demonstrate mastery of theories and research in the field of social psychology. The course focus is on the influence of groups on individuals. Topics include prejudice, aggression, conformity, group decision making, and leadership. Students apply class material to real-life situations and will demonstrate an understanding of cultural diversity, including ethnic, racial, and gender issues. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Cattaraugus County Campus
Technology Center 209
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon, Wed 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm
Interpersonal/Group Dynamics — 4273
PSY 2540 – 3 credits
Francis G. Lachappelle

Students will demonstrate mastery of the theories involved in both interpersonal relations and group dynamics and will be able to apply those theories to their own lives. They will be familiar with the research in both areas and be able to critically analyze various types of group process. Students will do a process observation of an interpersonal and/or group interaction. Students will be committed to learning by experiential and more traditional methods. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall; spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 TBD
Psychology of Adolescence — 4265
PSY 2550 – 3 credits
Renee L. Funke

Students will demonstrate an understanding of human development from the onset of puberty to adulthood; this understanding will cover physical, psychological, and cognitive development. Through exams and exercises, the student will demonstrate knowledge in personality development, physical development, adolescent sexuality, the achievement of autonomy, development of self, and developmental and behavioral problems of adolescence. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Hultquist Library 267
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Wed 9:30 am – 10:45 am
Psychology of Adolescence — 4484
PSY 2550 – 3 credits
Renee L. Funke

Students will demonstrate an understanding of human development from the onset of puberty to adulthood; this understanding will cover physical, psychological, and cognitive development. Through exams and exercises, the student will demonstrate knowledge in personality development, physical development, adolescent sexuality, the achievement of autonomy, development of self, and developmental and behavioral problems of adolescence. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 Wed 9:30 am – 10:45 am
Abnormal Behavior — 4236
PSY 2560 – 3 credits
Frank J. Corapi

Students will demonstrate mastery of past and current theoretical perspectives on abnormal behavior. Students will critically evaluate issues relating to the classification, etiology, and treatment of basic abnormal behavior categories identified in the most current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Applications are made to specific case studies Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 TBD
Abnormal Behavior — 4266
PSY 2560 – 3 credits
Jennifer L. Howe

Students will demonstrate mastery of past and current theoretical perspectives on abnormal behavior. Students will critically evaluate issues relating to the classification, etiology, and treatment of basic abnormal behavior categories identified in the most current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Applications are made to specific case studies Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Katharine Jackson Carnahan Center 167
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon, Wed 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm
Abnormal Behavior — 4268
PSY 2560 – 3 credits
Jennifer L. Howe

Students will demonstrate mastery of past and current theoretical perspectives on abnormal behavior. Students will critically evaluate issues relating to the classification, etiology, and treatment of basic abnormal behavior categories identified in the most current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Applications are made to specific case studies Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J fall, spring; C fall, spring; Online fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 Mon, Wed 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm
Forensic Psychology — 4270
PSY 2580 – 3 credits
Frank J. Corapi

Students will apply the methods and theories of psychology to the criminal justice (legal) system. Specifically, students will gain and understanding of how the field of psychology and psychological research has been applied in law enforcement, the judicial process, and the corrections process. Issues of morality, the criminal personality, eyewitness testimony, the use of psychological evaluation, jury selection, criminal profiling, child custody evaluation, police, and inmate counseling are among several major topics covered. Since this course focuses on the criminal justice system, it will not include civil litigation. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J spring; C fall. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Hultquist Library 204
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Tue, Thu 11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Forensic Psychology — 4271
PSY 2580 – 3 credits
Frank J. Corapi

Students will apply the methods and theories of psychology to the criminal justice (legal) system. Specifically, students will gain and understanding of how the field of psychology and psychological research has been applied in law enforcement, the judicial process, and the corrections process. Issues of morality, the criminal personality, eyewitness testimony, the use of psychological evaluation, jury selection, criminal profiling, child custody evaluation, police, and inmate counseling are among several major topics covered. Since this course focuses on the criminal justice system, it will not include civil litigation. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J spring; C fall. Institutional Course Syllabus

Aug 26 – Dec 20 Tue, Thu 11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Cross-Cultural Psychology — 4272
PSY 8503 – 3 credits
Joshua L. Zeiders-Weber

Students will survey psychological issues and phenomena across a variety of cultures. In particular, this course will focus on the cultural influences that shape the development, personality, cognition, emotion, mental health, and treatment of people from different cultures. Furthermore, the course will explore cross-cultural research methodologies appropriate for cross-cultural psychological studies. This course is designed to give students a foundation for understanding cultural diversity in psychology. Eligibility: ENG 1530; Prerequisite: PSY 1510. Institutional Course Syllabus

— Jamestown Campus
Hultquist Library 249
Aug 26 – Dec 20 Tue, Thu 3:00 pm – 4:15 pm