PBSI 603 Motivation and Cognitive Processes
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Selected topics in areas of motivation and higher mental processes; symbolic processes in perceptual organization; learning and remembering, reasoning and creativity. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 606/NRSC 606 Learning
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Explore the foundations and mechanisms of learning through behavioral, neurobiological and functional perspectives. Examine classical and instrumental conditioning using simplified experimental models to uncover how and when learning occurs. Analyze philosophical roots, historical developments and contemporary research in learning science. Apply core concepts to diverse domains such as clinical psychology, workplace behavior and computational modeling. Emphasize analytic techniques and critical evaluation of original and review literature. Designed to be accessible across disciplines, including neuroscience, philosophy and bioengineering, the course highlights the relevance of learning theory to broader scientific and practical contexts. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor. Cross Listing: NRSC 606/PBSI 606.
PBSI 607 Methods and Statistics in Psychological Science I
Credits 3.
2 Lecture Hours.
3 Lab Hours.
Explore advanced statistical techniques and research methodologies central to psychological science. Engage with research design, hypothesis testing and statistical analyses including t-tests, one-way ANOVA and factorial ANOVA. Apply statistical software to real data and interpret results in alignment with APA style standards. Emphasize critical thinking, methodological rigor and effective communication of empirical findings. Gain practical skills for designing, analyzing and reporting psychological research. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 608 Ethics and Techniques in Clinical Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Develop foundational competencies for ethical and effective clinical practice as a scientist-practitioner. Engage with ethical decision-making in clinical practice and research contexts, learn foundational clinical interviewing and diagnostic techniques and apply skills for building and maintaining the therapeutic alliance in cognitive-behavioral therapy. Emphasize the integration of scientific evidence with clinical application to support accurate diagnosis and ethical treatment. Learning outcomes are aligned with the American Psychological Association Profession-Wide Competencies to prepare for professional roles in clinical psychology. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 609/NRSC 609 Physiological Psychology
Credits 3.
2 Lecture Hours.
3 Lab Hours.
Current research and methodological procedures on physiological bases of sensation-perception, memory and learning, arousal-sleep-attention, emotions and motivation. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor. Cross Listing: NRSC 609/PBSI 609.
PBSI 610 Organizational Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Examine foundational topics in organizational psychology to understand how psychological principles influence the effectiveness of individuals, teams and organizations. Explore key topics such as job satisfaction, motivation, leadership, group dynamics, occupational health, diversity and the work-nonwork interface. Analyze how emotions, attitudes and behaviors shape organizational outcomes and employee well-being. Investigate methodological approaches used to study these phenomena and evaluate their application in real-world settings. Emphasis is placed on integrating theory with evidence-based insights to address contemporary organizational challenges. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 611 Personnel Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Examine the psychological principles underlying effective human resource practices in organizational settings. Focus on evidence-based approaches to understanding and improving personnel functions such as job analysis, recruitment, selection, training and performance evaluation. Engage with foundational theories and empirical research that inform decision-making in personnel psychology. Develop the ability to critically evaluate workplace practices and apply psychological science to real-world challenges. Prerequisites: PBSI 251, PBSI 353, graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 612 Advanced Scholarly Writing in Psychological and Brain Sciences
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Develop essential scientific writing skills for psychological science, with a focus on producing high-quality manuscripts and competitive grant proposals. Learn to craft compelling research narratives, from empirical papers to funding applications. Explore the structure, strategy and conventions that shape successful scholarly communication, including topic selection, section development and interpretation of reviewer feedback. Strengthen writing for diverse academic outlets, gain insight into the peer-review and funding processes and refine your ability to communicate science with clarity and impact. Specific focus will vary by semester and instructor. Prerequisites: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 613 Practicum in Psychological Assessment
Credit 1.
1 Other Hour.
Develop applied competencies in evidence-based psychological assessment across the lifespan. Strengthen skills in evaluating cognitive, intellectual, academic, memory, adaptive behavior and personality functioning. Integrate multiple assessment tools to produce comprehensive psychological evaluations. Engage with systems-level influences, clinical supervision and interprofessional consultation. Participate in practicum seminars to connect research, coursework and supervised clinical training. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: PBSI 623 and PBSI 624, or approval of instructor.
PBSI 614 Practicum in Psychological Interventions
Credit 1.
1 Other Hour.
Gain supervised experience in the professional practice of clinical psychology diagnosis and treatment through direct service delivery at the Texas A&M Psychology Clinic. Focus on evidence-based psychological interventions, emphasizing cognitive-behavioral and third-wave treatments. Apply empirical research to enhance treatment effectiveness and learn to address common factors that contribute to the therapeutic alliance. Strengthen ethical decision-making and organizational skills essential for clinical practice in mental health settings. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: PBSI 608 or approval of instructor.
PBSI 615/NRSC 615 Perceptual Processes
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Complex sensory and perceptual phenomena with emphasis on the relationship between perception and motivation, cognition, creativity and instinctive/ethological; learning/experiential factors in higher level perceptual processes. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor. Cross Listing: NRSC 615/PBSI 615.
PBSI 616 Treatment of Problem Behavior in Children and Families
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Current methods of treating families with children displaying aggressive, hyperactive, underachieving and other problem behaviors in natural settings; behavior of children and adolescents at home, school and at play. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.
PBSI 619 Advanced Methods in Social Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Explore advanced methodological and analytical strategies central to contemporary social psychological research. Emphasize the integration of theory, design and statistical analysis to develop rigorous empirical studies. Examine foundational topics such as philosophy of science, causation, experimental and quasi-experimental designs, longitudinal and cross-sectional methods and measurement theory. Address ethical considerations, validity, reliability and advanced statistical techniques including mediation and moderation. Engage with current issues in open science, preregistration and replication. Gain practical skills in evaluating research, designing studies and communicating findings effectively. Prerequisites: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 620 Theories of Social Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Examine the major theoretical frameworks that shape contemporary social psychology. Analyze how classic and emerging theories explain social behavior, cognition and emotion. Evaluate the historical development, empirical support and practical implications of key theories. Engage critically with theoretical debates and apply conceptual models to real-world social phenomena. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 621 Seminar in Social Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Other Hours.
Engage deeply with advanced and emerging topics in social psychology through a thematic seminar that varies each semester. Explore topics such as attitudes and persuasion; self-regulation; motivation; self and identity; applied social problems; moral psychology; existential social psychology; emotion; social cognition; stereotypes and prejudice. Critically analyze primary literature to uncover theoretical and empirical insights, identify gaps in current research and generate innovative questions. Integrate diverse perspectives to develop a nuanced understanding of complex social phenomena and refine ideas for future research. May be taken five times for credit. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 622 Affective Science
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Overview of theories and approaches in the interdisciplinary field of affective science; historical and contemporary approaches focused on emotional and affective processes. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 623 Psychological Assessment I
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Principles of psychological testing; uses and critical evaluation of tests of achievement, intelligence, aptitude and personality. Prerequisites: Enrollment in Clinical Psychology Program or approval of instructor.
PBSI 624 Psychological Assessment II
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Theory and application of psychological assessment of children, adolescents, and adults; assessment of cognitive, intellectual, academic, and memory abilities and adaptive behavior; integration of assessment measures in comprehensive psychological evaluations. Prerequisite: Enrollment in Clinical Psychology Program or approval of instructor.
PBSI 626 Psychopathology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Examine the definitions, classification and etiology of psychopathology through diagnostic, theoretical and empirical frameworks. Focus on adult psychopathology while integrating relevant topics from child and adolescent presentations. Explore behavioral phenotypes and the cognitive, affective, neurobiological and developmental foundations of psychiatric disorders within sociocultural contexts. Understand symptom categories, theoretical conceptualizations and epidemiological patterns. Build a foundation in current research and theory to support clinical understanding and application. Prerequisite: Enrollment in Clinical Psychology Program or approval of instructor.
PBSI 627 Psychological Assessment of Children and Adolescents
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Theory and application of psychological assessment of toddlers, children, and adolescents; assessment of cognitive, intellectual, academic, and memory abilities and adaptive behavior; assessment of personality, behavioral style, family functioning, and child-focused systems; integration of assessment measures in comprehensive psychological evaluations. Prerequisites: PBSI 623 and PBSI 624, or approval of instructor.
PBSI 629 Pain Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Theory and research on the psychology of pain; examination of historical and personal conceptions of pain; readings and discussions of biopsychosocial mechanisms of pain; consideration of sociodemographic and global pain disparities. Prerequisites: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 630 Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Theory, research and practice of health psychology emphasizing the prevention and modification of health compromising behaviors; psychological management of stress, pain and chronic/terminal illness; effective interventions for specific health behaviors/disorders. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 631 Academic Career Development in Psychological and Brain Sciences
Credit 1.
1 Lecture Hour.
Strategies and career planning for a research and teaching oriented academic track; focus on developing a multi-year plan for placement in a position to be maximally competitive for an academic job and preparation in how to assemble a strong application package.. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 632 Critical Orientation to Scientific Research
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Engage with diverse scientific practices to critically examine how research is conducted, validated and disseminated across disciplines. Investigate foundational questions about knowledge production, legitimacy of methods and the social contexts shaping scholarship. Explore concepts such as epistemic exclusion, decolonial perspectives, researcher positionality and citational politics. Gain tools to interrogate assumptions underlying research practices. Consider best practices to engage in a critical orientation to scholarship. Prerequisites: Graduate classification; approval of instructor.
PBSI 633 Multicultural Competence in Clinical Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Build multicultural competence for clinical psychology research and practice through exploration of how culture, identity and lived experience relate to the practice of clinical psychology. Examine topics such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, social class, disability, systemic oppression and discrimination. Strengthen cultural humility and ethical awareness to support inclusive psychological care. Designed to align with American Psychological Association (APA) accreditation standards for training in cultural and individual diversity. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 635 Behavioral and Cellular Research Seminar
Credits 2.
2 Other Hours.
Expose graduate students to neuroscience research, theory, and proposal development; research presentations by guest speakers, faculty, and graduate students; Discussions, readings and presentations on issues related to research design, statistics, methodology, ethics, IACUC, grant writing, presentation skills, job talks, and other relevant topics. May be taken four times for credit. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 636 Seminar in Developmental Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Other Hours.
Cognitive development; social and emotional development; developmental abnormalities in connection with social/emotional and cognitive development; language acquisition; family processes; and development during infancy; recent developments in these fields; topics will vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit up to three times as topics change. Prerequisites: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 637 Clinical Psychology Interventions I
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Explore foundational theory, research and techniques for delivering evidence-based psychological interventions. Focus on cognitive-behavioral and related approaches to treating various forms of psychopathology. Examine classical and contemporary models to build depth in understanding therapeutic strategies. Engage with ethical, professional and historical perspectives that shape clinical practice. Prerequisite: Enrollment in Clinical Psychology Graduate Program or approval of instructor.
PBSI 638 Clinical Psychology Interventions II
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Explore the wide range of clinical interventions in the professional practice of clinical psychology, with an emphasis on the application of third wave approaches, such as dialectical behavior therapy and motivational interviewing. Examine how these interventions are adapted for diverse populations including children, couples, families and groups. Engage with ethical, professional, multicultural and historical considerations that shape clinical practice. Strengthen the integration of current scientific literature with therapeutic techniques to support effective, culturally responsive care. Prerequisite: Enrollment in Clinical Psychology Graduate Program or approval of instructor.
PBSI 639 Pediatric Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Application of clinical/counseling/school psychology to children and adolescents with chronic illnesses or disabilities and their families; theoretical foundations and models for consultation, assessment and intervention strategies; unique ethical and professional issues associated with research and service delivery in child health psychology/pediatric behavioral medicine. Prerequisite: PBSI 685, EPSY 685, PBSI 691, or EPSY 691, or approval of instructor; graduate classification.
PBSI 642/NRSC 642 Neuroimaging Data Analysis
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Physics of magnetic resonance imaging; experimental design for fMRI; linear and nonlinear image registration; data denoising; data filtering and smoothing; volume and surface methods; General Linear Models and multivariate approaches to subject-level data; mixed effects modeling, random effects modeling, permutation methods for linear models; functional connectivity. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor; coursework in regression models recommended. Cross Listing: NRSC 642/PBSI 642.
PBSI 646 Seminar in Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience
Credits 3.
3 Other Hours.
Survey of research in cognition and cognitive neuroscience; attention; memory; decision making; language; bilingualism; creativity; cognitive control; motor control; aging; learning; adjustment; perception; psychophysics. May be taken four times for credit as content varies. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 647 Seminar in Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience Methods
Credits 3.
3 Other Hours.
Survey of research in neuroimaging; electroencephalography; Bayesian cognitive modeling; reinforcement learning; eye and motion tracking; machine learning; computational modeling. May be taken four times for credit as content varies. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 648 Decision Making
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Research and theory in decision making, including classic theories, heuristics and biases, framing, neural systems, neuroeconomics, reinforcement learning, emotion, and neuropsychology. Prerequisites: Graduate classification.
PBSI 649/NRSC 649 Seminar in Behavioral Neuroscience
Credits 3.
3 Other Hours.
Engage deeply with advanced and emerging topics in behavioral and cellular neuroscience through a thematic seminar that varies each semester. Explore areas such as learning and memory, motivated behavior, behavioral flexibility, addiction and anxiety; the roles of specific brain systems such as amygdala, hippocampus, prefrontal cortex and basal ganglia; and the methods and techniques used to investigate them. Critically analyze primary literature to uncover theoretical and empirical insights, identify gaps in current research and generate innovative questions. Emphasis is placed on animal models and the neurobiological mechanisms that contribute to adaptive and maladaptive behaviors. Foster critical thinking and analysis of current research in behavioral neuroscience to develop a deeper understanding of the neural bases of behavior. May be taken four times for credit. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor. Cross Listing: NRSC 649/PBSI 649.
PBSI 650 Clinical Psychopharmacology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Survey of topics in clinical psychopharmacology, including pharmacodynamics, major neurotransmitter systems, and therapeutic applications and limitations. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 651/AFST 651 Cultural Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Surveys key readings in the field of cultural psychology; discussion and examination of relationship between psychological processes (e.g., motivation, memory, self perception, prejudice) and sociocultural contexts. Prerequisites: Enrollment in a graduate program or approval of instructor. Cross Listing: AFST 651/PBSI 651.
PBSI 652 Advanced Data Analytics for Industrial/Organizational Psychology Professionals I
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Explore foundational quantitative methods essential for industrial-organizational psychology. Gain practical skills in designing studies, selecting appropriate statistical techniques and interpreting data to address workplace challenges. Learn to apply methods such as hierarchical regression and ANCOVA in applied settings. Develop proficiency in data cleaning, outlier detection and handling missing data — including advanced techniques like multiple imputation. Build fluency in frequently used statistical software packages and data visualization platforms. Prerequisites: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 653 Advanced Data Analytics for Industrial/Organizational Psychology Professionals II
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Advance analytical expertise in industrial-organizational psychology through hands-on application of complex statistical techniques. Explore methods such as exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, structural equation modeling and logistic regression to uncover insights from workplace data. Discuss the design and implementation of organizational surveys, evaluating item quality and data integrity. Strengthen the ability to integrate conceptual knowledge with practical software tools to support evidence-based decision making in professional settings. Prerequisites: PBSI 652; graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 654 Psychometrics and Survey Design in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Gain advanced expertise in psychological measurement and survey design tailored to industrial-organizational psychology contexts. Develop practical skills in designing, implementing and interpreting organizational surveys that address real world organizational needs. Engage with psychometric principles such as reliability, validity, Item Response Theory and bias detection to ensure high-quality assessments. Apply advanced methods such as multi-group confirmatory factor analysis to evaluate and refine organizational assessments. Learn to conduct complex statistical analysis, learning not only the theoretical foundations but also how to conduct these analyses using statistical software. Integrate psychometric theory and analytical evidence to support evidence-based decisions across diverse organizational contexts. Prerequisites: PBSI 652; PBSI 653; graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 655/NRSC 655 Foundations in Cognitive Neuroscience
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Experimental design in cognitive neuroscience; basics of cognitive neuroscience methods; perception versus imagery; attention; motor control; short-term and long-term memory; volition and consciousness; executive function; decision making; affect and psychopathology; social cognition. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor. Cross Listing: NRSC 655/PBSI 655.
PBSI 656 Talent Acquisition and Selection
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Analyze the psychological foundations and evidence-based practices of talent acquisition and selection in organizational contexts. Examine the role of job and work analysis, testing and assessment methods, and validation procedures in shaping effective recruitment strategies. Explore psychometric principles and ethical and legal considerations that influence employment decision-making. Apply research from industrial-organizational psychology and related disciplines to critically evaluate selection tools used in professional practice. Prerequisites: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 657 Training and Performance Management
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Examine the psychological foundations and evidence-based practices of training and performance management to enhance individual, team and organizational effectiveness. Explore contemporary theories and methods in learning and development, including instructional systems design, adult learning theory and AI-enabled training. Analyze tools such as electronic performance monitoring, learning management systems and 360-degree feedback. Investigate strategies for identifying high-potential employees and aligning performance interventions with organizational goals. Emphasize inclusive approaches that account for adult learners’ experiences and demographics, integrating research from industrial-organizational psychology to inform practical applications. Prerequisites: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 658 Work Attitudes and Motivation
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
This course explores the psychological factors that shape employee attitudes, motivation and withdrawal behaviors like absenteeism and turnover. It covers key concepts — job satisfaction, organizational commitment, engagement, stress and work values — and how they affect both employees and organizations. Students examine common tools for measuring workplace attitudes and motivation and learn to use insights from social and organizational psychology to diagnose workplace issues and recommend evidence-based solutions. The course emphasizes connecting theory with practical application to build strong analytical and applied skills for diverse organizational settings. Prerequisites: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 659 Teams and Leadership
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Analyze the psychological and organizational factors that contribute to effective teams and leadership in complex work environments. Engage with key theories and research on transformational and ethical leadership, followership and emotional dynamics. Explore the wide range of leadership experiences and demographics, design and functioning of high-performance teams, decision-making processes and virtual or multi-team systems. Apply industrial-organizational psychology principles to develop strategies for team building, leadership assessment and intervention planning. Prerequisites: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 660 Self and Identity
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
An overview of the historical and current issues related to the study of the self and identity.
PBSI 670 Professional Seminar in Social Psychology
Credits 2.
1 Lecture Hour.
2 Lab Hours.
Survey of recent theoretical, methodological and empirical developments in social psychology; different topics each semester will include theory and research on attitudes and persuasion, social cognition, interpersonal relationships, group processes, social development, and personality and social behavior. May be taken for credit up to eight times. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 671/NRSC 671 Methods and Statistics in Psychological Science II
Credits 3.
2 Lecture Hours.
3 Lab Hours.
Examine the conceptual foundations and practical applications of linear regression in psychological research. Focus on understanding the rationale behind regression-based approaches and develop proficiency in selecting, applying and interpreting appropriate models for behavioral data. Gain hands-on experience with psychological datasets and enhance analytical thinking through guided practice. Emphasize the integration of statistical reasoning with empirical inquiry to support sound research conclusions. Prerequisites: Graduate classification or approval of instructor. Cross Listing: NRSC 671/PBSI 671.
PBSI 672 Qualitative Methods in Psychological Sciences
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Overview of psychology qualitative methods; assumptions of qualitative research; focus groups; qualitative analysis software; thematic analysis. Prerequisites: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 673 Psychometric Theory and Methods
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Overview of methods for the construction and evaluation of psychological measurements including unidimensional scales and multi-variate analytical techniques; approaches include classical test theory, factor analysis, unidimensional scaling, latent trait theory, profile and discriminant analysis. Prerequisites: PBSI 607 and PBSI 671/NRSC 671 or equivalents.
PBSI 674 Covariance Structure Models and Causal Analysis
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Advanced introduction to structural equation models and causal analysis; emphasis on underlying theory and assumptions as well as practical application for the behavioral sciences. Prerequisites: PBSI 671/NRSC 671 or STAT 608 or approval of the instructor.
PBSI 675 Clinical Psychology and the Legal System
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Survey of theoretical and applied topics relevant to clinical psychology in the legal system; includes assessment of adjudicative competence, criminal responsibility and risk assessment; correctional psychology and offender rehabilitation. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.
PBSI 678/CPSY 678 Couples Therapy
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Theory and practice of marital therapy emphasizing systems and communication approaches; effective strategies and techniques; therapy with specific marital problems and obstacles to effective therapy. Prerequisite: PBSI 637, CPSY 631, or equivalent. Cross Listing: CPSY 678/PBSI 678.
PBSI 680 Seminar in Organizational Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Other Hours.
Engage with advanced theoretical and empirical literature in organizational psychology to critically evaluate key constructs and research methodologies. Compare and contrast major theories, assess scientific findings and identify future research directions. Emphasis is placed on developing analytical skills through the examination of research design, data interpretation and methodological rigor across varied organizational contexts. Topics will vary across instructors and have included but are not limited to job stress, occupational health, diversity in organizations, job attitudes, motivation, organizational behavior and leadership. May be taken six times for credit. Prerequisite: PBSI 610 or approval of instructor.
PBSI 681 Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Credits 1 to 3.
1 to 3 Other Hours.
Both research and applied colloquia provided by I/O psychologists and individuals in related disciplines. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 682 Seminar in Personnel Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Other Hours.
Explore specialized domains within personnel psychology through focused examination of topics such as selection, training, individual differences and performance appraisal. Read and discuss peer-reviewed literature to critically evaluate theories, concepts and empirical findings. Strengthen analytical thinking by examining contemporary issues and identifying future directions in personnel psychology. Emphasis is placed on deepening conceptual understanding and applying psychological science to real-world organizational challenges. Specific topics will vary across instructors and semesters. May be taken six times for credit. Prerequisite: PBSI 611 or approval of instructor.
PBSI 683 Career and Professional Development in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Credits 1 to 3.
1 to 3 Other Hours.
Develop essential professional competencies for success in industrial-organizational psychology. Strengthen career readiness through targeted skill-building in job market navigation, professional identity formation and strategic communication. Explore evidence-based practices in resume and application development, interviewing, networking and job offer negotiation. Gain fluency in presenting data and ideas effectively across multiple organizational roles and industries. Emphasize self-assessment and confidence-building strategies to support early career transitions and long-term growth. May be taken up to three hours for credit. Prerequisites: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 684 Professional Internship
Credits 0 to 12.
0 to 12 Other Hours.
Full-time internship experience in a departmentally-approved internship training facility. May be taken up to 12 hours for credit. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.
PBSI 685 Directed Studies
Credits 1 to 4.
1 to 4 Other Hours.
Directed individual study of selected problem in psychology or special topics to fit small group requirements. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.
PBSI 689 Special Topics in...
Credits 1 to 4.
1 to 4 Other Hours.
Selected topics in an identified area of psychology. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 690 Cognoscenti - Professional Issues in Cognitive Psychology
Credits 2.
2 Lecture Hours.
Introduce students to current themes in research, theory and practice in cognitive psychology; presentations by guest speakers from within and outside the University. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 691 Research
Credits 1 to 23.
1 to 23 Other Hours.
Research for thesis.
PBSI 696 Principles and Methods for Teaching in Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Practical issues related to college teaching; reflection on and improvement of teaching skills; developing course objectives and teaching philosophies; improving teaching tools; understanding teaching-learning situations; advising students; ethics in teaching. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
PBSI 697 Seminar in the Teaching of Introductory Psychology
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Introductory methods relevant to teaching psychology; for graduate students assisting in the teaching of PSYC 107. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor.
