<strong>Institute</strong> <strong>of</strong> Psychology <strong>Institute</strong> <strong>of</strong> Psychology Psychology has as its objective understanding the manner in which organizations, human beings and animals behave, learn and interact and the ways in which their behavior can be modified. The <strong>Institute</strong> <strong>of</strong> Psychology <strong>of</strong>fers two distinct psychology programs, as well as options for honors pre-med and law. One program is a traditional Bachelor <strong>of</strong> Science in Psychology, The other is a unique research-based, humanbehavior-oriented B.S. program, blending the strengths <strong>of</strong> highly successful graduate programs in clinical, industrial/organizational, and rehabilitation psychology The program incorporates recommendations <strong>of</strong> the American Psychological Association for undergraduate education in the four basic areas <strong>of</strong> social, individual differences, physiology and learning and cognition, as well as <strong>Illinois</strong> <strong>Institute</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Technology</strong>’s focus on interdisciplinary, project-based learning. Designed for highly motivated, career-oriented students, this new program emphasizes the integration <strong>of</strong> applied research with faculty and practical experience in pr<strong>of</strong>essional settings, in conjunction with traditional classroom activities. The four-year learning experience is highlighted and supported by a faculty mentorship model, individual advising, and both individual Faculty Director M. Ellen Mitchell 252 Life Sciences Ext. 73500 Pr<strong>of</strong>essors Geist, Huyck, Lam, Raju, Schleser, Wolach Associate Pr<strong>of</strong>essors Ayman, Hopkins, Merbitz, Mitchell, Young IIT Undergraduate Bulletin 1999-2001 <strong>Copyright</strong> & <strong>Disclaimer</strong> <strong>Information</strong>: <strong>Copyright</strong> © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs. <strong>Copyright</strong> & <strong>Disclaimer</strong> <strong>Information</strong>: <strong>Copyright</strong> © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs. and group activities with faculty, graduate and other undergraduate students. On the following pages are a list <strong>of</strong> required courses and a sample program <strong>of</strong> study. Students should also refer to page 34 <strong>of</strong> this bulletin for additional information on this Applied Sciences Program. Most psychologists hold advanced degrees, and this innovative program will provide students with excellent preparation for graduate school. Jobs in many fields are open to persons holding only a bachelor’s degree in psychology, including new burgeoning areas <strong>of</strong> geriatrics, health and sports counseling, behavioral medicine, and managed health care, as well as traditional settings such as schools, courts, hospitals, industries and research laboratories. Many students also will find psychology highly beneficial as a pre-pr<strong>of</strong>essional major for advanced studies in medicine, dentistry, law, business or public administration. In summary, the institute’s curriculum encompasses the major changes that have occurred in psychology over the past 25 years and prepares students for the twenty-first century, whether it be in psychology or another pr<strong>of</strong>essional field. Assistant Pr<strong>of</strong>essors Hansen, Hilburger, Morris, Paquin (visiting), Sher, Roth, Rokicki Faculty Emeritus Vermillion
<strong>Illinois</strong> <strong>Institute</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Technology</strong> Bachelor <strong>of</strong> Science in Psychology, Applied Sciences Program Required Courses Psychology Requirements PSYC 204, 221, 222, 301, 303, 406, 435 or 436, 482, 483, 487, 488 Introduction to the Pr<strong>of</strong>ession 100 (2 semesters) Psychology Electives Mathematics Requirements MATH 122, 221 Computer Science Requirement CS 105 Credit Hours 33 * In the absence <strong>of</strong> a lab to accompany BIOL 107 or 115, both courses must be completed. <strong>Copyright</strong> & <strong>Disclaimer</strong> <strong>Information</strong>: <strong>Copyright</strong> © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs. <strong>Copyright</strong> & <strong>Disclaimer</strong> <strong>Information</strong>: <strong>Copyright</strong> © 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. CollegeSource® digital catalogs are derivative works owned and copyrighted by CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation. Catalog content is owned and copyrighted by the appropriate school. While CollegeSource®, Inc. and Career Guidance Foundation provides information as a service to the public, copyright is retained on all digital catalogs. 4 Required Courses Interpr<strong>of</strong>essional Projects Natural Sciences Requirements CHEM 124, BIOL 107 and/or 115*, PHYS 211 <strong>Institute</strong> <strong>of</strong> Psychology Credit Hours 6 12-13 Humanities and Social Sciences Requirements 24 See general education requirements, page 30. (21 hrs) Social science electives (3 hrs) Fourth-year capstone project 3 Free electives 21 Total Credit Hours 126-127 A sample curriculum follows. Interested students should contact the institute directly to consult with a faculty adviser about the curriculum and its tailor- made opportunities. IIT Undergraduate Bulletin 1999-2001 87