Course Descriptions - Spring 2007

Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, Open/Free, Reading Content, Social Science

This course includes a survey of major topics and theorists in the field. The student will focus primarily on normal developmental trends and patterns while exploring the social, emotional, motivational, sensory and cognitive realms of behavior. In particular, the student may read and discuss material pertaining to the theories of Maslow, Freud, Piaget, Erikson, and Skinner among others.

Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, Open/Free, Reading Content, Social Science

This is an introductory course designed for those currently working with young children. Students will study the process of child growth and development from the prenatal period through early childhood and also the social context in which it occurs. Readings, discussions and assignments will focus on the practical application of developmental theories as well as the uniqueness of rates and patterns of growth with implications for guidance of children in the home, school and peer group contexts.

Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, Open/Free, Reading Content, Social Science

This is an introductory course which examines the patterns and principles of human behavior in organizations. It will cover such areas as organizational structure, motivation, decision making, managerial style, conflict and communication. Course work will explore topics in a variety of organizational settings.

Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, Open/Free, Reading Content, Social Science

PSY101 Introduction to Psychology

A survey course designed to help students understand psychological aspects of human development from conception through old age. Students will explore patters and sequences of physical, cognitive, social and psychological development. Discussions will deal with norms and variations that occur during the life cycle and with the roles that heredity, environment and social factors play in creating human development. This course is not recommended for psychology or social work majors. Please consult with the transfer institution regarding developmental psychology requirements.

Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, Open/Free, Reading Content, Social Science

College Reading proficiency and Basic Writing proficiency and PSY101 Introduction to Psychology

his course is designed to help students understand development from conception to adolescence. Student will explore patterns and sequences of physical, cognitive, social and psychological development. Discussions will deal with norms and variations that occur during this part of the life cycle and with the roles that heredity, environment and social factors play in creating human development. Students may not receive credit for both PSY 201 Developmental Psychology I: Childhood & Adolescence and PSY 203 Child Psychology.

Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, Open/Free, Reading Content, Social Science

College Reading proficiency and Basic Writing proficiency and PSY101 Introduction to Psychology

This course examines physical, cognitive, emotional, social and personality development from young adulthood to old age. Its focus includes the interaction of biological, sociological and socio-cultural factors and their effect on development during the adult years and later life. In addition, students will consider adjustment processes from varying perspectives as well as cultural attitudes regarding successful aging.

Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, Open/Free, Reading Content, Social Science

College Reading proficiency and PSY101 Introduction to Psychology

This course provides an overview of cognitive, linguistic, perceptual, motor, social and personality development. The student will examine development from conception through middle childhood with an emphasis on the pre-school years. Work will focus on major developmental theories as tools to explore the contributions of environment, heredity and social factors on the developing child and on strategies for meeting the developmental needs of children. Students may not receive credit for both PSY 203 Child Psychology and PSY 201 Developmental Psychology I: Childhood & Adolescence.

Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, Open/Free, Reading Content, Social Science

This course provides a survey of adolescent development from the point of view of both the adolescent and the adult. Material covered will focus on basic theories of development with an emphasis on social, physical, & cognitive domains. Students will consider communication and problem solving techniques appropriate to this stage in general and with reference to specific potential conflicts.

Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, Open/Free, Reading Content, Social Science

This course introduces students to a variety of theoretical approaches to the understanding of character and personality. It includes psychoanalytic, learning, humanistic, transpersonal and existential theories.

Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, Open/Free, Reading Content, Social Science

College Reading proficiency and PSY101 Introduction to Psychology or SOC101 Introduction to Sociology

This course examines the nature and causes of individual behavior in social situations. Among other areas, discussion will focus on cognitive processes, ecological variables and interpersonal characteristics and their role in social interaction. Topics covered include but are not limited to persuasion, social influence, aggression and prosocial behavior.

Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, Open/Free, Reading Content, Social Science

College Reading proficiency and PSY101 Introduction to Psychology

This course is a study of the classification, etiology, treatment and prevention of behavioral and emotional disorders. Topics covered include stress disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders and psychoses.

Behavioral Science, Liberal Arts, Open/Free, Reading Content, Social Science

College Reading proficiency and PSY101 Introduction to Psychology or PSY103 Foundations of Child Growth and Development

This course involves a sociological-psychological study of factors leading to educational success for the young child defined as having special needs because of intellectual, cultural, social and emotional factors. Course work will introduce federal and state legislation dealing with the education of special needs children. This course includes coverage of the role of the family and cultural background as they relate to educational success. Students will examine a theoretical framework of crisis and loss.

Northern Essex Community College

PSY101

Introduction to Psychology

PSY103

Foundations of Child Growth and Development

PSY105

Organizational Behavior

PSY110

Lifespan Psychology

PSY201

Developmental Psychology I: Childhood & Adolescence

PSY202

Developmental Psychology II: Adulthood & Aging

PSY203

Child Psychology

PSY204

Adolescent Psychology

PSY205

Psychology of Personality

PSY206

Social Psychology

PSY207

Abnormal Psychology

PSY208

Problems of Early Childhood