The Department of Psychology
313 Life Science Bldg. • Box 19528 • 817-272-2281 • www.uta.edu/psychology
Academic Advising: 320 Life Science Bldg. • 817-272-3238

The Department of Psychology offers two programs of study leading to the bachelor’s degree and a certification program for secondary teaching in psychology. It also offers courses of interest to the general public.

The Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology is for those who wish to obtain a broad liberal arts education with a concentration in psychology. It is also preparation for graduate studies in psychology and many other fields.

The Bachelor of Science degree in psychology is intended for those students preparing for work and study in fields requiring more mathematics and sciences. It is also suitable for premedical and predental students. Students preparing for study in the health professions including medicine, dentistry, pharmacology, optometry, occupational therapy, and veterinary medicine should also be advised by the Health Professions Advisor in the office of the Dean of Science, Room 206, Life Science Building in order to meet the requirements of the corresponding professional schools. Students interested in teaching certification in psychology and other educational specialities should see the School of Education section in this catalog.
Courses of general interest to the academic community include the following, which have no prerequisites:

1315. Introduction to Psychology
2351. Computer Literacy for the Behavioral Sciences
2317. Basic Concepts in Human Sexuality
3301. Psychology of Human Relations
3303. Drugs and Behavior Restrictions: Psychology courses, except those cross-listed with biology, cannot be used to fulfill any of the science requirements.

Requirements for a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology
English
Six hours of composition.
Literature
Three hours from English or a modern language.
Liberal Arts Elective
Three hours above the freshman level of literature, or social and cultural studies designated as taught in the College of Liberal Arts, or fine arts or philosophy, or technical writing.**
History
Six hours of American history, or three hours of American history and three hours of Texas history.
Computer Literacy*
PSYC 2351 or any equivalent course. Alternatively, the requirement may be met by taking the departmental computer literacy examination or the university computer competency test.
Oral Communication Competency
PSYC 4155, SPCH 1301, SPCH 2305, SPCH 3302 or equivalent courses approved by the Undergraduate Advisor.
Modern Language*
Six hours from the Cultural Studies List posted outside the Psychology Department Office and in the Handbook for Psychology Majors or levels III and IV of a modern language.
Mathematics*
1323 or 1325 and 1426, plus three hours above the freshman level.
Political Science
2311 and 2312 or any six hours meeting the legislative requirement.
Fine Arts
Three hours from architecture, art, dance, music, or theatre arts.
Social/Cultural Studies
Three hours of designated courses in social or cultural anthropology, archaeology, social/political/cultural geography, sociology, classical studies, or linguistics.**
Other Natural Science
A total of 15 hours including two of the following sequences, or one of these sequences plus an additional seven hours in the same discipline: BIOL 1441 and 1442, or CHEM 1301, 1302, and 1284, or GEOL 1425 and an additional 4-hour GEOL course with laboratory, or PHYS 1443 and 1444, or PHYS 1441 and 1442
Major
35 hours to include 1315 or equivalent; 2441; 2442; one four-hour lab/lecture from each of the Groups I, II, and III; one three-hour lecture course from each of the Groups I, II, III; (4355 may be substituted for one of the lectures in Groups I, II, III).

Lab/Lectures (four hours)
I. 3315 + 3144.
II. 3326 + 3146; 3420, 4322 + 3142.
III. 3431, 4334 + 3145.
Lectures (three hours)
I. 3310, 3311, 3312, 3313, 3314,3315, 3316, 3317, 3318, 4310.
II. 3320, 3326, 3328, 4322, 4325, 4327, 4329.
III. 4332, 4333, 4334, 4337,4338, 4339.

Other advanced electives: 3301, 3302, 3303, 3306, 3352, 4306, 4356, 4359 and Individual Study Courses.
Minor
18 hours, including six hours of 3000/4000-level courses.
Electives***
Sufficient hours to complete the total required for the degree.
Total
128 hours, of which at least 36 must be 3000/4000 level, plus exercise and sport activities (EXSA/DNCA), ROTC, or marching band as required.
* Prerequisites may add hours to the total required for the degree.
** Psychology majors may not use psychology courses to meet this requirement.
*** A science minor releases 15 additional hours for electives.

Suggested Course Distribution
First Two Years: PSYC 1315, 2441, 2442; ENGL 1301, 1302, 3 hours literature; Political Science, 6 hours; American History, 6 hours; Modern Language or substitute, 6 hours; Mathematics, 10 hours; Natural Science, 8 hours; Minor and Electives, 3 hours; Computer Literacy, 3 hours; EXSA or ROTC or Marching Band.

Second Two Years: Psychology, 24 hours at 3000/4000 level, 4155; Liberal Arts Elective, 3 hours; Social/Cultural Studies, 3 hours; Fine Arts, 3 hours; Natural Science, 8 hours; Minor and Electives, 24 hours.

Requirements for a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology
English
Six hours of composition.
Literature
Three hours from English or a modern language.
Liberal Arts Elective
Three hours above the freshman level of literature, or social and cultural studies designated as taught in the College of Liberal Arts, or fine arts or philosophy, or technical writing.**
Modern Language
14 hours in a single modern language or eight hours in a language plus six hours from one area cluster (see substitution list in introductory information for the College of Science).
History
Six hours of American history, or three hours of American history and three hours of Texas history.
Computer Literacy*
PSYC 2351 or three hours from any equivalent course. Alternatively, the requirement may be met by taking a departmental computer literacy examination or the University computer competency test.
Oral Communication Competency
PSYC 4155, SPCH 1301, SPCH 2305, SPCH 3302 or equivalent courses approved by the Undergraduate Advisor.
Mathematics*
Six hours: 1302 or 1315, and 1303 or 1316 or 3316; or 1324 and 1325.
Political Science
2311 and 2312 or any six hours meeting the legislative requirement.
Fine Arts
Three hours from architecture, art, dance, music, or theatre arts.
Social/Cultural Studies
Three hours of designated courses in social or cultural anthropology, archaeology, social/political/cultural geography, sociology, classical studies, or linguistics.**
Natural Science
Eight hours from one of BIOL 1333, 1334, 1282; CHEM 1445 and 1446; GEOL 1435 and 1436; PHYS 1401 and 1402, or any sequence listed in Other Science in the Bachelor of Science degree in psychology, plus three hours in Science or approved Social Science or other designated courses.**
Major
31 hours to include 1315 or equivalent; 2441; 2442; two four-hour lab/lecture courses; one three-hour lecture course from each of the Groups I, II, III; (4355 may be substituted for one of the lectures in Groups I, II, III). For the definition of Groups I, II, III, see the Bachelor of Science degree in psychology.
Minor
18 hours including six hours of 3000/4000-level courses.
Electives
Sufficient hours to complete the total required for the degree.
Total
120 hours, of which at least 36 must be 3000/4000 level, plus exercise and sport activities (EXSA/DNCA), ROTC, or marching band as required.

* Prerequisites may add hours to the total required for the degree.
** Psychology majors may not use psychology courses to meet this requirement.

Suggested Course Distribution
First Two Years: PSYC 1315, 2441, 2442; ENGL 1301, 1302, 3 hours literature; Political Science, 6 hours; American History, 6 hours; Modern Language, 8 hours; Mathematics, 6 hours; Natural Science, 8 hours; Minor, 3 hours; Computer Literacy, 3 hours; EXSA or ROTC or Marching Band.

Second Two Years: Psychology, 20 hours at 3000/4000 level, 4155; Liberal Arts Elective, 3 hours; Modern Language or substitutes, 6 hours; Social/Cultural Studies, 3 hours; Fine Arts, 3 hours; Natural Science, 3 hours; Minor and Electives, 21 hours.

Dual Degree Plan: Combined Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master of Psychology with Industrial/Organizational Emphasis
The five-year curriculum prepares undergraduate students for careers in industrial/organizational psychology. Such careers typically require a masters degree and this program will allow students to gain this credential in an expeditious fashion, without sacrificing the objectives of a broad undergraduate education. Students are required to take undergraduate courses from behavioral and natural sciences, business and liberal arts, and graduate courses in psychology and management. This study will culminate in a Bachelor of Arts and Masters Degree in Psychology, with emphasis on industrial/organizational psychology. Both degrees will be awarded simultaneously when the 5-year curriculum is completed. Undergraduates must apply for admission into the graduate program in psychology after completing their third year of study, prior to taking any graduate-level courses. If a student entering the program is not accepted into the graduate program, or if the student fails to complete the required curriculum he or she must complete all requirements for the BA in psychology as specified in the Undergraduate Catalog in order for the BA degree to be conferred. Courses from the College of Business Administration may be used to satisfy the requirements of a minor area of study.

Description
A master’s degree with a specialization in industrial-organizational psychology is necessary for persons seeking positions as industrial-organizational psychologists. The program enables students to earn this credential and effectively complete for employment. Industrial-organizational psychologists work in many different areas that are crucial to the success of modern businesses and industries. The ability of industrial-organizational psychologists to meet these needs grows from training that enables them to apply psychological principles and research methods in the workplace. The program provides rigorous course work in experimental design, quantitative methods, and modern psychological and management theory. This training enables our graduates to be strong competitors for employment and perform effectively in the workplace.

Career Opportunities
Many career opportunities exist for industrial-organizational psychologists. Some individuals are hired on a full-time basis while others work as consultants. Industrial-organizational psychologists contribute to the success of businesses and industries in many different ways. For example, they might be involved in research on strategies for improving productivity, on issues concerning product marketing, or in developing employee screening, hiring and retention practices. They may also be involved in employee training and counseling. The modern marketplace has put pressure on businesses and industries to optimize productivity and improve the quality of work life. Additionally, competition among organizations to obtain and retain the most able employees has increased dramatically. Industrial-organizational psychologists, who can design, implement and evaluate efforts aimed to meet these challenges, are in demand.

Admission to the Five-Year Program
The joint program is intended for superior students in psychology who wish to pursue careers in industrial-organizational psychology. The psychology faculty evaluates potential candidates for the program. Juniors enrolled in the BA degree program in psychology, who have completed PSYC 2442 plus at least two 3000 or higher level psychology courses at U.T. Arlington, may apply. The minimal requirements for admission also include the following: 1) students must have and maintain an overall grade point average of at least 3.2, and a 3.4 average in undergraduate psychology courses. 2) students must take the GRE by the end of their junior year and earn a score of at least 1000 (with scores of at least 500 on both the verbal and quantitative sections). Students should apply for advanced admission prior to beginning their senior year and before taking any graduate courses. Admission is competitive, and meeting the minimum requirements will not ensure acceptance into the program. Upon the recommendation of the psychology faculty, other students may be considered for admission to the joint program if they meet the general admission requirements of the Graduate School.

Course Requirements
English (6 hours)
1301, 1302
Literature (3 hours)
Three hours from English or a modern language.
Liberal Arts Elective (3 hours)
Three hours above the freshman level of literature, or social and cultural studies designated as taught in the College of Liberal Arts, or fine arts or philosophy, or technical writing.
Modern Language (14 hours)
14 hours in a single modern language or eight hours in a language plus six hours from one area cluster (see substitution list in introductory information for the College of Science).
History (6 hours)
Six hours of American history, or three hours of American history and three hours of Texas history.
Computer Literacy (3 hours)
PSYC 2351 or BUSA 2303.
Oral Communication Competency (3 hours)
SPCH 3302 or equivalent courses approved by the Undergraduate Advisor.
Mathematics (6 hours)
1315, 1316.
Political Science (6 hours)
2311 and 2312 or any six hours meeting the legislative requirement.
Fine Arts (3 hours)
Three hours from architecture, art, dance, music, or theatre arts.
Social/Cultural Studies (3 hours)
ECON 2306.
Natural Science (8 hours)
Eight hours from one of: BIOL 1333, 1334, 1282; CHEM 1445 and 1446; GEOL 1435 and 1436; PHYS 1401 and 1402 or any sequence listed in Other Science in the Bachelor of Science degree in psychology.
Management (3 hours)
MANA 3320.
Undergraduate Major (28 hours)
To include PSYC 1315 or equivalent; PSYC 2441 or BUSA 3321, PSYC 2442; two four-hour lab/lecture courses; one three-hour lecture course from each of Groups I, II, and III (4355 may be substituted for one of the courses in Groups I, II, or III). For the definition of Groups I, II, III, see the Bachelor of Science degree in psychology.

Graduate Courses
Psychology Core
PSYC 5405, 5406, 5322, 5323, 5324, 53zz (Capstone Course), 56xx (Internship)
Choose One
PSYC 5355 or PSYC 5344
Choose One
PSYC 5321 or one of the following, PSYC 5313, 5331, 5341, 5345, or other approved 3 hour Psychology elective.
Total Graduate Hours in Psychology: 32

Management Core
*MANA 5312, 5340, 5341
Three of the following:
MANA 5321, 5323, 5325, 5326, 5327, 5334, 5342
*MANA 3320, taken as an undergraduate, may be substituted for MANA 5312.
Total Graduate Hours in Management: 18-21
Total Graduate Hours in Psychology and Management
Combined: 50-53

Suggested Course Distribution
First Two Years: PSYC 1315, 2441 or BUSA 3321, PSYC 2442; ENGL 1301, 1302, 3 hours literature; Political Science, 6 hours; American History, 6 hours; Modern Language, 8 hours; MATH 1315, 1316; Natural Science, 8 hours; PSYC 2351 or BUSA 2303; ECON 2306; Liberal Arts elective, 3 hours; EXSA, ROTC or Marching Band.
Total Hours: 63: 15 to 16 hours per semester, excluding EXSA)

Third Year: 17 hours in Psychology at 3000/4000 level, (an undergraduate psychology course in I/O may be substituted for one of the area I, II or III lecture courses); SPCH 3302; Modern Language or substitutes, 6 hours; Fine arts, 3 hours; MANA 3320*.
Total Hours: 32, 16 hours per semester
(Students must apply for early admission to the Graduate School and the Psychology Department after completing the first three years of study in order to earn a master’s degree within five years).

Fourth Year: PSYC 5405, 5406, 5324, 5323; (MANA 5312 if MANA 3320 has not been taken as an undergraduate), MANA 5334, 5340.
Total Hours: 20-23, 10-12 hours per semester
Summer after the Fourth Year: PSYC 56xx (internship).
Total Hours: 6

Fifth Year: PSYC 5322, 5344 or 5355, 53zz (Capstone course); at least one of the following courses: PSYC 5321, 5313, 5331, 5341, 5345; MANA 5341; and 3 of the following courses: MANA 5321, 5323, 5327, 5325, 5326, 5334, 5342.
Total Hours: Approximately 24, 12 hours per semester

Dual Degree Plan: Combined Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Business Administration
To facilitate the career path followed by many psychology undergraduates, the five-year curriculum culminates in the award of both a BA in psychology and an MBA from the College of Business Administration upon successful completion. Students following this program will be uniquely qualified to work in a variety of different environments. As undergraduates, such students will receive broad training in the liberal arts and specialized training in psychology, which will enhance their understanding of the dynamics of human action while fostering research and analytical skills. These skills will be further refined and combined with specialized undergraduate and graduate course work offered by the College of Business Administration, producing a well-rounded MBA professional who is prepared to meet the challenges of modern business.

Both degrees will be awarded simultaneously when the 5-year curriculum is completed. If students entering this program are not accepted into the MBA program, or if the they fail to compete the requirements of this joint program for the MBA, they must instead complete all requirements for the BA in psychology as specified in the Undergraduate Catalog in order for the BA degree to be conferred. Courses taken from the College of Business Administration may be used to satisfy the requirements of a minor area of study.

Description
Many psychology students seek careers in business or industry following graduation and this program seeks to prepare them to compete effectively for jobs requiring an MBA degree. Psychology students should be particularly effective in this line of work. In some aspects, the study of psychology shares much in common with study in the liberal arts. Among communication and other skills, it fosters perspectives in the social, intellectual and emotional context in which people live and work, which are valuable traits in those seeking managerial roles in the workplace.

However, the study of psychology also strongly emphasizes development of logical, scientifically-based, data-oriented, decision-making skills that are potentially highly applicable to many problems confronted by people and organizations. Thus, a psychology student possesses a combination of perspectives and skills that is difficult to find in other students.

Career Opportunities
The program readies a person to meet the changing needs and opportunities existing in the private and public sectors of our economy. To do so effectively requires specialist skills and a client-oriented focus. This program aims to impart the full spectrum of skills and perspectives required of the professional MBA by coupling the undergraduate study of psychology with basic and advanced study of business management. Such study will also provide students planning to pursue other, related careers, with a solid foundation in the behavioral sciences and business.

Admission to the Joint Program
The joint program is intended for superior students in psychology who wish to pursue careers in business administration. The psychology faculty evaluates potential candidates for the program. Second or third year students enrolled in the BA degree program in psychology, who have completed PSYC 2442 plus at least two 3000 or higher level psychology courses at U.T. Arlington may apply. The minimal requirements for admission include: 1) students must have and maintain an overall grade point average of at least 3.2, with no grade lower than a B in undergraduate psychology and business courses. 2) students must take the GMAT by the end of their third year and earn a score of at least 500 (with at least 30% on both the verbal and quantitative sections). 3) students should apply for advanced admission prior to the beginning of their senior year before taking any graduate business courses. Admission is competitive, and meeting the minimum requirements will not ensure acceptance into the program. Upon the recommendation of the Psychology faculty, other students may be considered for admission to the joint program, as long as they meet the general admission requirements of the Graduate School.

Course Requirements
English (6 hours)
1301, 1302
Literature (3 hours)
Three hours from English or a modern language.
Liberal Arts Elective (3 hours)
Three hours above the freshman level of literature, or social and cultural studies designated as taught in the College of Liberal Arts, or fine arts or philosophy, or technical writing.
Modern Language (14 hours)
14 hours in a single modern language or eight hours in a language plus six hours from one area cluster (see substitution list in introductory information for the College of Science).
History (6 hours)
Six hours of American history, or three hours of American history and three hours of Texas history.
Computer Literacy (3 hours)
PSYC 2351 or BUSA 2303.
Oral Communication Competency (3 hours)
SPCH 3302 or equivalent courses approved by the Undergraduate Advisor.
Mathematics (6 hours)
1315, 1316.
Political Science (6 hours)
2311 and 2312 or any six hours meeting the legislative requirement.
Fine Arts (3 hours)
Three hours from architecture, art, dance, music, or theatre arts.
Social/Cultural Studies (3 hours)
ECON 2306.
Natural Science (8 hours)
Eight hours from one of: BIOL 1333, 1334, 1282; CHEM 1445 and 1446; GEOL 1435 and 1436; PHYS 1401 and 1402 or any sequence listed in Other Science in the Bachelor of Science degree in psychology.
Major (31 hours)
To include PSYC 1315 or equivalent; PSYC 2441 or BUSA 3321, PSYC 2442, two four-hour lab/lecture courses; one three-hour course from each of Groups I, II, and III (4355 may be substituted for one of the courses in Groups I, II, or III. For the definition of Groups I, II, III, see the Bachelor of Science degree in psychology.

Business

Undergraduate (18 hours)
BUSA 3321; MANA 3323, 3319; FINA 3313; MARK 3321,
plus 3 approved Business elective hours.
Graduate (36 hours)
ACCT 5301, 5302
BUSA 5330 or 5337, 5325,
ECON 5313
plus 21 graduate level elective hours
Capstone (3 hours)
BUSA 5333 Business Policy

Suggested Course Distribution
First Two Years: PSYC 1315, 2441 or BUSA 3321, PSYC 2442; ENGL 1301, 1302, 3 hours literature; Political Science, 6 hours; American History, 6 hours; Modern Language, 8 hours; MATH 1315, 1316; Natural Science, 8 hours; PSYC 2351 or BUSA 2303; ECON 2306; BUSA 3321; MANA 3319; EXSA, ROTC or Marching Band.
Total Hours: 63; 15 to 18 hours per semester, excluding EXSA)
Second Two Years: Psychology, 20 hours at 3000/4000 level, SPCH 3302 (or equivalent course); Liberal Arts Elective, 3 hours; Modern Language or substitutes, 6 hours; Fine Arts, 3 hours; MANA 3319, 3323; FINA 3313; MARK 3321; 3 hour undergraduate business elective; ACCT 5301, 5302; ECON 5313; graduate level elective, 3 hours (5000 level courses are to be taken in the fourth year of study).
Total Hours: 62, 15 to 18 hours per semester
Fifth Year: BUSA 5330 or 5337; 18 graduate elective hours; BUSA 5333
Total Hours: 27, 12 to 15 hours per semester
Total hours required to complete the degrees: 152 (113 undergraduate, 39 graduate) excluding EXSA/DNCA, marching band or ROTC as required.

Dual Degree Plan: Combined Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Master of Health Care Administration
The five-year curriculum prepares students for careers in health care administration. Students are required to take courses from behavioral and life sciences, business, and liberal arts, culminating in a five-year Master of Science Degree in Health Care Administration (HCA), including a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. The BA degree in Psychology will be awarded at the same time that the student receives the MS in Health Care Administration. If a student engaged in this joint degree program is not accepted into the HCA graduate program, or enters the HCA program and fails to complete the requirements for the masters degree in HCA, a BA degree in Psychology will not be awarded until the student has completed all courses required of students for a BA degree who are not enrolled in this dual degree program. Courses taken in Business may be used to satisfy the requirements of a minor area of study.

Description
Rapid and radical changes in the health care industry are forcing administrators to adopt new paradigms for cost management and the redesign of health care delivery processes, while increasing the quality of care delivered. The new health industry is shifting quickly toward managed care and capitation. This change has created a pressing need for health care delivery administrators and the proposed 3-2 Psychology/Business Administration degree will help to fulfill this need. This degree program is designed to provide students with a strong background in the behavioral sciences and with a contemporary education in health care administration that will impart the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to enable them to perform effectively in health care delivery. The program includes course work in the basic and behavioral sciences and in health care administration. Additionally, students are required to take general educational courses in literature, fine arts, history, political science, and social science.

Career Opportunities
The program prepares students as health care administrators for leadership roles in provider organizations such as inpatient and outpatient hospitals, rehabilitation centers, psychiatric centers, chemical dependency units, nursing homes, retirement communities, institutional clinics, physician group practices, home health agencies, and in government regulatory agencies. It also provides a solid foundation for those wishing to continue for advanced degrees.

Admission to the Joint Program
The joint program is intended for superior students in Psychology who wish to pursue careers in Health Care Administration. The Psychology faculty will evaluate potential candidates for the program. Second or third year students enrolled in the BA degree program in Psychology, who have completed Psychology 2442 and at least two 3000 or higher level psychology courses at U.T. Arlington may apply. The minimum requirements for admission include: 1) Students must have and maintain an overall grade point average of 3.2, with no grade lower than a B in undergraduate psychology and business courses. 2) Students must take the GRE by the end on their junior year and earn a score of at least 1000 (with scores of at least 500 on both the verbal and the quantitative sections). 3) Students should apply for advanced admission prior to the beginning of their senior year before taking any graduate business courses. Upon the recommendation of the Psychology faculty, other students not meeting these criteria may be considered for admission to joint program as long as they meet the general admission requirements of the Graduate School. Admission will be competitive, and meeting the minimum requirements will not ensure acceptance in the program.

Course Requirements
English (6 hours)
1301, 1302
Literature (3 hrs.)
Three hours from English or a modern language.
Liberal Arts Elective (3 hrs.)
Three hours above the freshman level of literature, or social and cultural studies designated as taught in the College of Liberal Arts, or fine arts, or philosophy, or technical writing.
Modern Language (14 hrs.)
14 hours in a single modern language or eight hours in a language plus six hours from one area cluster (see substitution list in introductory information for the College of Science).
History (6 hrs.)
Six hours of American history, or three hours of American history and three hours of Texas history.
Computer Literacy (3 hrs.)
PSYC 2351 or BUSA 2303
Oral Communication Competency (3 hrs.)
SPCH 3302 or equivalent courses approved by the Undergraduate Advisor.
Mathematics (6 hrs.)
1315, 1316
Political Science (6 hrs.)
2311 and 2312 or any six hours meeting the legislative requirement.
Fine Arts (3 hrs.)
Three hours from architecture, art, dance, music, or theatre arts.
Social/Cultural Studies (3 hrs.)
ECON 2306 Microeconomics
Natural Science (8 hrs.)
Eight hours from one of BIOL 1333,1334,1282: CHEM 1445 and 1446; GEOL 1435 and 1436; PHYS 1401 and 1402 or any sequence listed in Other Science in the Bachelor of Science degree in psychology.
Major (31 hrs.)
To include 1315 or equivalent; 2441 (or BUSA 3321); 2442; two four-hour lab/lecture courses; one three-hour lecture course form each of Groups I, II, and III (4355 may be substituted for one of the courses in Groups I, II, or III. For the definition of Groups I, II, III, see the Bachelor of Science degree in psychology
Business

Undergraduate
MANA 3319
BUSA 3321 or PSYC 2441
12 hours of approved undergraduate Business electives at the 3000-4000 level
Graduate
ACCT 5301, 5302
HCAD 5301, 5302
Fifth Year
ECON 5333 or SOCW 6345
INSY 5330 or equivalent
INSY 5350
FINA 5315
HCAD 5390, 5399, 5399, 5399

Total Hours: Approximately 149 plus exercise and sports activities (EXSA/DNCA), Marching Band or ROTC as required.

Suggested Course Distribution
First Two Years: PSYC 1315, 2441 or BUSA 3321, PSYC 2442, ENGL 1301,1302, Literature, 3 hours; Political Science, 6 hours; American History, 6 hours; Modern Language, 8 hours; MATH 1315, 1316; Natural Science, 8 hours; PSYC 2351 or BUSA 2303; ECON 2306; MANA 3319; EXSA, or ROTC, or Marching Band.
Total Hours: 63, 15-16 hours per semester, excluding EXSA
Second Two Years: Psychology, 20 hours at 3000/4000 level; SPCH 3302 (or equivalent course); Liberal Arts Elective, 3 hours; Modern Language or substitutes, 6 hours; Fine Arts, 3 hours; Approved Business electives, 12 hours; ACCT 5301, 5302; HCAD 5301, 5302, (the last 4 courses are to be taken in the fourth year of study)
Total Hours: 59, approximately 15 hours per semester
Fifth Year: ECON 5333 or SOCW 6345; INSY 5330, 5350; FINA 5315; HCAD 5390, 5399, 5399,5399.
Total hours: 24 hours, 12 hours per semester

Teacher Certification
Psychology majors who desire certification for teaching at the secondary level must fulfill the requirements for a second teaching field and complete the certification program as prescribed in the School of Education section of this catalog.

Students majoring in other subjects who select psychology as a second teaching field should complete the Psychology Teaching Field. Interested students should refer to the School of Education section of this catalog for teacher certification requirements.

Acceptance Requirements for a Major
in Psychology
In addition to requirements specified for all potential majors within the College of Science, those planning to major in Psychology must successfully complete a course in college algebra or higher and PSYC 2441 or BUSA 3321 before they will be admitted as Psychology majors. Students must fulfill this requirement by the time they complete 45 hours in residence.

Multiple Majors
To qualify psychology as part of a multiple major, it is only necessary to complete the requirements for a B.S. major or a B.A. major in psychology, plus the requirements for another major. The specified requirements in another major B.A. or B.S. field will stand in lieu of a minor. Both majors must be either B.A. or B.S. The diploma and transcript will reflect both majors.

Distinguished Scholars in Psychology
The Department of Psychology offers a Distinguished Scholars program in psychology. This program is intended to provide students with the opportunity for intellectual and professional development that will take them beyond the requirements of the basic BA or BS degrees. Thus, the program serves to promote and acknowledge the special achievements of participating students.

To qualify, the student must have completed 30 hours with a grade point average of 3.0 or better in residence at UT Arlington, including 10 hours in psychology, with a minimum grade point average of 3.5 or better. The student does background reading and designs a study with a faculty sponsor in PSYC 4361, then performs the research project and writes an honors thesis in PSYC 4398. In most cases, the six hours of Distinguished Scholar credit will not increase the total hours necessary to complete the BA or BS degree.
Qualified students or students who believe they may qualify should contact the undergraduate advisor as soon as possible after completing PSYC 2442.

Psychology Course Numbering
The Department of Psychology has numbered its advanced (3000/4000 level) courses so that the third digit of the course number gives its distribution cluster. If the third digit of the course number is 1, 2, or 3, it indicates a Group I, II, or III course, respectively.

Department of Psychology Faculty
Chair
Professor Paulus
Professors
Amster, Bernstein, Erickson,
Ickes, Levine, Mellgren
Associate Professors
Jackson, Jensen-Campbell, Kopp, Mann
Assistant Professors
Fuchs, Hillstrom, Peng, Pool
Adjunct Professor
Gorfein

Psychology (PSYC)
Course fee information is published in the online student Schedule of Classes at www.uta.edu/schedule. Please refer to this Web site for a detailed listing of specific course fees. Prefix and number in parentheses following the U.T. Arlington course number and title is the Common Course Number designation.

1315. INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit (PSYC 2301). The fundamental methods and content of scientific psychology. Concentration on the understanding of basic principles.

2310. BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS AND MODIFICATION (3-0) 3 hours credit (PSYC 2320). Behavioral control techniques for remediation and prevention of problem behaviors and for optimization of normal behaviors in real life settings. Contrasting therapeutic approaches, the ethics of behavior control, and the impact of behaviorism on society. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315 or permission of the instructor.

2317. BASIC CONCEPTS IN HUMAN SEXUALITY (3-0) 3 hours credit (PSYC 2306). The physiological, psychological, and sociological aspects of human sexuality. Also offered as BIOL 2317 and HEED 2317; credit will be granted for only one of these three courses. Students seeking Certification in Health must enroll in HEED 2317. Students seeking credit toward the science requirement must enroll in BIOL 2317.

2351. COMPUTER LITERACY FOR THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (3-0) 3 hours credit. Exposure to contemporary PC microcomputers. Topics include: computer architecture, operating systems, ASCII editors, word processors, spreadsheets, graphics, data bases, presentation graphics, programming languages, statistical programming, using library resources, networking, the Internet, e-mail, ftp, and Telnet.

2441. PSYCHOLOGICAL STATISTICS (3-2) 4 hours credit. Scientific sampling, measures of central tendency and dispersion, time series, reliability and validity, testing of hypotheses, and linear correlation. Major emphasis on statistical inference and interpretation. Prerequisite: MATH 1302 or equivalent.

2442. EXPERIMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (3-2) 4 hours credit. Theoretical and practical problems of research methodology and techniques of reporting research. Prerequisites: PSYC 1315, 2441.

Admission to Upper-Level Laboratory Courses:
To enroll in the upper-level laboratory courses, (PSYC 3142, 3144, 3145, 3146, and 3420, 3431), the student must have a grade point average of 2.0 in PSYC 2441 and 2442 or equivalent courses.

3142. LABORATORY IN PHYSIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY (0-3) 1 hour credit. Research methodologies employed in the study of the biological bases of behavior. Must have completed or be concurrently enrolled in PSYC 4322. Prerequisite: PSYC 2442.

3144. SOCIAL PROCESSES LABORATORY (0-3) 1 hour credit. Laboratory study and field research of social behavior and critical evaluation of methodologies. Prerequisite: PSYC 2442, and PSYC 3315 or concurrent registration.

3145. COGNITIVE PROCESSES LABORATORY (0-3) 1 hour credit. Laboratory study of cognitive processes and critical evaluation of methodologies. Prerequisites: concurrent registration in, or prior completion of, PSYC 4334 and completion of computer literacy requirement.

3146. LABORATORY IN ANIMAL BEHAVIOR (0-3) 1 hour credit. An introduction to methods in animal behavior used in field, semi-natural, and laboratory settings. In order to enroll, students must have completed or be concurrently enrolled in PSYC 3326. Prerequisite PSYC 2442.

3301. PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN RELATIONS (3-0) 3 hours credit. Topics of conflict resolution, interpersonal relations, psychological aspects of criminology and law, influence and attitude change.

3302. SURVEY OF INDUSTRIAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. A survey of the fields of industrial and organizational psychology, focusing on the application of psychological theory to understanding and solving problems in the workplace. Topics include recruitment, employee selection and training, the effects of attitudes, motivation, group dynamics and leadership, job satisfaction, productivity and morale. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315.

3303. DRUGS AND BEHAVIOR (3-0) 3 hours credit. Psychoactive agents, their therapeutic uses, and social abuses. Alcohol, nicotine, caffeine, narcotics, hallucinogens, stimulants, and tranquilizers. Also listed as HEED 3303 and BIOL 3303; credit will be granted only once under present and former numbers. Students seeking Certification in Health Education must enroll in HEED 3303.

3306. PSYCHOLOGY OF CREATIVITY AND CREATIVE THINKING (3-0) 3 hours credit. Research and theory relevant to the traits, attitudes, and abilities which are related to creative functioning with emphasis on the conceptual-cognitive components of creative formation and problem solving. Methods of stimulating creative behavior in individuals and in groups. Relevant research findings provide the substance of the course. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315.

3310. DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Human development and growth from conception through old age, concerned with the physical, behavioral, and social aspects. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315.

3311. ADULTHOOD AND AGING (3-0) 3 hours credit. Developmental changes in major psychological processes and abilities are related to health, sex, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and lifestyle. Emphasis is on models of psychobiological changes with age and current empirical knowledge having implications for the preservation of intellectual function, mental health, and physical condition. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315.

3312. INFANCY AND EARLY CHILDHOOD (3-0) 3 hours credit. A survey of physical, cognitive, and socioemotional development from conception through early childhood. Prominent developmental theories, and how they attempt to describe and explain developmental changes, will be discussed. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315.

3313. PSYCHOLOGY OF WOMEN (3-0) 3 hours credit. Roles, abilities, and personality characteristics of women in our society are compared with those of men. Empirically-measured traits and environmental conditions associated with women are studied with regard to biological and social causation. The relationship between gender roles and biological sex are studied with regard to normal and abnormal characteristics. This course is of interest to both men and women. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315.

3314. PSYCHOLOGY OF PERSONALITY (3-0) 3 hours credit. The major theories, assessment methods, and research in the field of personality. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315.

3315. SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. The theories and research dealing with individual behavior in the social environment. Social influence processes, interpersonal attraction, group behavior, aggression, conformity, and attitude formation and change. PSYC 3144 is an optional laboratory which, when added to PSYC 3315, satisfies a portion of the laboratory requirement.

3316. ENVIRONMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. The effect of the social, physical, and ecological features of the environment on human behavior. The effects of crowding, noise, architecture, urban design, and climate. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315.

3317. INTRODUCTION TO CLINICAL AND COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. The student is introduced to psychodiagnostic procedures and the basic approaches of counseling and psychotherapy. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315.

3318. ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Major forms of psychopathology. Classification, etiology, and treatment of major disorders. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315.

3320. BEHAVIOR AND MOTIVATION (3-0) 3 hours credit. Theory and research involving relation of motivation and emotion to learning theory, social behavior, personality, and development. Prerequisites: PSYC 1315.

3326. ANIMAL BEHAVIOR (3-0) 3 hours credit. Research and theory comparing behavior at various phyletic levels. Also listed as BIOL 3326. Credit will be granted for only one of these courses. PSYC 3146 is an optional laboratory, which, when taken concurrently with or after completion of PSYC 3326, satisfies a portion of the laboratory requirement in Psychology. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315.

3328. BEHAVIORAL ENDOCRINOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. The effects of hormones on behavior and the physiological mechanisms which mediate these effects. Principles of brain-hormone interaction, sexual and aggressive behavior, parental care, ingestion, activity, motivation, learning and memory, behavioral disorders, environmental, and experiential influences on hormone production. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315, or BIOL 4315.

3352. PRACTICUM IN ZOO RESEARCH METHODS (3-0) 3 hours credit. A hands-on introduction to research methodologies commonly used to collect behavioral and physiological data in zoos. Students will learn how to develop an ethogram, design data sheets, observe animals and collect data. These will be summarized, analyzed, interpreted, and presented in both written and oral form. Prerequisites: PSYC 2441, 2442, and 3326 or their equivalent, plus permission of the instructor. Also listed as BIOL 3360; credit will be granted only once.

3420. EXPERIMENTAL ANALYSIS OF BEHAVIOR (3-3) 4 hours credit. A laboratory course examining basic principles of behavior control and analysis with single animals and automated testing apparatus. Emphasis is placed on individualized, self-paced instruction and creative experimentation. Prerequisite: PSYC 2442.

3431. SENSORY AND PERCEPTUAL PROCESSES (3-3) 4 hours credit. Major phenomena in sensation, perception, and human performance. Laboratory experiments in signal detection, visual masking, memory search, absolute judgments, reaction time, pattern recognition, and division of attention. Prerequisite: PSYC 2442 and completion of computer literacy requirement.

4155. ORAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS IN PSYCHOLOGY (1-0) 1 hour credit. Study and practice of effective oral communication skills in psychology. Students will gain experience in developing effective oral communication techniques by learning to evaluate, prepare, and make oral presentations based on selected topics in psychology. This course will satisfy the Oral Communication Competency requirement in Psychology. Graded by pass/fail only. Prerequisite: Completion of PSYC 3315 and 3144 or PSYC 3326 and 3146 or 3420 or PSYC 4322 and 3142 or PSYC 3431 or PSYC 4334 and 3145.

4306. MAJOR PERSONALITY DISORDERS (3-0) 3 hours credit. This course surveys the major disorders of human personality. It begins with a review of classic and contemporary perspectives for understanding personality disorders and considers how personality disorders are assessed and treated in the context of psychotherapy. The major personality disorders are examined in considerable detail. They include the avoidant personality, the antisocial personality, the narcissistic personality, the dependent personality, and the borderline personality. Prerequisites: PSYC 1315 and PSYC 3314 or 3318.

4310. APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS (3-0) 3 hours credit. A systematic review of techniques for dealing with human problems using the methodology of behaviorism. Developmental disabilities, personal adjustment, social learning, human competence, political control, and economic and ecological problem-solving. Prerequisites: PSYC 1315 and junior standing.

4322. PHYSIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. A comprehensive survey of physiological processes and structures underlying human and animal behavior. PSYC 3142 is an optional laboratory which, when taken concurrently with or after completion of PSYC 4332, satisfies a portion of the laboratory requirement. Prerequisite: PSYC 1315.

4325. DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOBIOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. The biological basis of behavioral development. A survey of the influences of maternal factors, genes, hormones, teratogens, early nutrition, and environmental change upon the maturation of the central nervous system. Basic concepts such as critical periods, the organization of behavioral systems, neural plasticity, and the ontogeny of consciousness. Prerequisite: PSYC 3310 or 4322, or BIOL 3346.

4327. BEHAVIORAL GENETICS (3-0) 3 hours credit. Genetic influences on behavioral phenotypes. Research strategies, quantitative methods, and pharmacogenetic approaches to the brain; sociality and altruism; the personality, emotionality and intelligence; psychopathology; chromosomal abnormalities; forensic implications of genetic counseling. Prerequisite: PSYC 2441 or BIOL 3315.

4329. ANIMAL LEARNING AND COGNITION (3-0) 3 hours credit. A comprehensive survey of psychological, biological, and ethological perspectives on learning, memory, and cognition in animals. Prerequisite: PSYC 2442.

4332. THEORIES OF HUMAN LEARNING AND MEMORY (3-0) 3 hours credit. A comprehensive survey of theories and research concerning basic learning and memory processes and their application to a variety of areas, e.g., eyewitness memory, false memory syndrome, autobiographical memory, memory decline in aging. Theoretical and background perspectives include associative mechanism, information processing approaches, and neurophysiological bases for encoding, storage, and retrieval. Prerequisite: PSYC 2442.

4333. COGNITIVE SCIENCE AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Research and theory on the organization of the mind and of cognitive processes, drawing on ideas from psychology, neuroscience, linguistics, philosophy, and computer science. Applications of computer modeling techniques to the simulation of cognitive processes will be explored. Prerequisites: PSYC 3431 or 4334 and computer literacy, or permission of the instructor.

4334. COGNITIVE PROCESSES (3-0) 3 hours credit. Current theory and research in cognitive processes such as memory, information processing, concept formation, and problem solving. Prerequisite: PSYC 2442.

4337. PSYCHOLOGY OF TESTING (3-0) 3 hours credit. The student will become familiar with a wide variety of group and individual tests. Statistical interpretation will be emphasized in terms of validity, reliability, objectivity, item analysis, correlation, and other pertinent criteria. Prerequisites: PSYC 1315 and 2441 and completion of computer literacy requirement.

4338. COGNITIVE NEUROPSYCHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Theory and research on the relationship between the brain and human cognition. Normal functioning and comparisons between normal and disordered states (e.g., Alzheimer’s disease, amnesia, localized brain injury, age changes). Prerequisite: PSYC 3431, 4332, or 4334.

4339. PSYCHOLOGY OF JUDGMENT AND CHOICE (3-0) 3 hours credit. Research and theory on the errors of intuitive judgment and how formal decision methods improve choices. Prerequisite: PSYC 2441.

4355. THE HISTORY OF PSYCHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. The evolution of psychology as a science, up to and including contemporary developments. Prerequisite: nine hours of psychology.

4356. EVOLUTIONARY PSYCHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. A consideration of how evolution has influenced social, cognitive and developmental processes in humans. Comparisons between humans and other species, and between different human cultures will be included. Topics such as mate selection, marriage and family practices, child rearing, social relations, language, thinking, neuropsychology, learning and related topics will be considered. Methods of gathering data and theory about evolutionary processes will be stressed. Prerequisites: PSYC 1315 and nine hours of psychology.

4359. SELECTED TOPICS IN PSYCHOLOGY (3-0) 3 hours credit. Topics pertinent to the field of psychology. Topic, format, and prerequisites to be determined by the instructor. May be repeated for credit as different topics are offered.

Individual Study Courses
3351. PRACTICUM IN APPLIED BEHAVIOR 3 hours credit. Students receive supervised experience in the application of behavior modification procedures to real-life problems. Practicum students serve as volunteer staff, working off-campus in a community setting. Provides an opportunity to develop skills in setting behavior objectives, analyzing contingencies of reinforcement, and designing, writing, and implementing practical behavior change programs. Prerequisites: PSYC 2310, 3440, or equivalent, plus permission of instructor.

4398. HONORS THESIS (3-0) 3 hours credit. Students may take this course only at the invitation of the department. Consists of a research project of a type and level which would be publishable in one of the psychological journals. Particular emphasis is placed on independent work by the student.

4161, 4261, 4361. READINGS IN PSYCHOLOGY (Variable credit from 1 to 3 semester hours as arranged). Topics arranged on an individual basis. Performance may be assessed by oral exam, written test, or review paper as arranged. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.

4181, 4281, 4381. RESEARCH IN PSYCHOLOGY (Variable credit 1 to 3 semester hours as arranged). Research problems arranged on an individual basis, to be conducted by the student, and written in publishable journal format. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

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