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COURSES OF STUDY
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2014-2015
Courses in Psychology
PY 101 Introduction to Psychology (1)
An introduction to the research, theory, and methods of psychological
science. Fall, Spring.
PY 202 Sleep and Dreams (1)
An investigation of the fundamental human need for sleep, including
exploration of proposed purposes for dreams. Topics to be considered
include how sleep is scientifically defined and measured, what happens
when we do not sleep, current theories regarding the need for sleep,
common sleep disruptions and disorders, and the structure and utility
of dreams. All topics are examined on the individual, group, and soci-
etal levels. Prerequisite: PY 101.
PY 204 Statistics For Research (1)
A laboratory course designed to introduce students to experimental
research design, statistical theory and techniques, and computer data
analysis. Laboratory required. Open only to psychology majors, or by
consent.
PY 205 Introduction to Forensic Psychology (1)
An examination of forensic psychology, or the application of
psychological principles to legal matters. Topics include criminal
behavior, victimization, criminal investigation (e.g., criminal profiling,
lie detection, eyewitness testimony), forensic assessment, and jury
selection and deliberation.
PY 206 Special Topics in Psychology (1)
An in-depth exploration of theory and research in a sub-disciplinary
area of psychology. Topics may vary.
PY 208 Human Sexual Behavior (1)
A study of the biological, sociological, psychological, and ethical
aspects of human sexuality, including the study of the biological
foundations of sexuality, behavioral variations, research in sexuality,
sexual decision making, social issues, and contemporary issues in
human sexual behaviors.
PY 215 Sex, Gender, and Society (1)
A survey of theory and research on males and females; biological and
cultural factors in development and abilities; perception and treatment
of the genders by society; and current gender issues and their historical
context. (Also listed as SO 215, this course may be counted for credit in
either psychology or sociology.) Prerequisites: PY 101, or SO 101 or SO
102, and at least sophomore standing. Spring.
