Upper Division
CDEV 3000 Professional Issues in Child Development (3 units)
Basic overview of the discipline of Child Development. Introduction to the developmental domains; research methodology including observation and recording techniques; professional issues; and leadership development. Discussion of current developmental research and applications. Introduction to program competencies and student assessment. Open only to CDEV majors. Prerequisites: PSYC 2010 and PSYC 2020 or consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)
CDEV 3010 Child Abuse and Neglect (1 unit)
(Same as PSYC 3010) Child maltreatment will be examined from a variety of perspectives, including those of victims, perpetrators, mental health professionals, childcare workers and teachers, the legal system, and public policy makers. Issues addressed will include definitions, causes, consequences, assessment, reporting, treatment, and prevention of child abuse and neglect. Course content will cover all areas required by the State of California under AB 141.
CDEV 3020 Child Guidance and Management (3 units)
(Formerly PSYC 3020) Students will study theoretical models of guidance and management with implications for academic, home, and clinical settings. Direct application with a laboratory setting. Corequisite: CDEV 3022. Prerequisites: PSYC 2010, CDEV or PSYC 3010, and CDEV or PSYC 3140. (Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)
CDEV 3030 Cognitive Development in School Settings (3 units)
Focuses on both general developmental trends and individual differences in cognitive abilities such as thinking, remembering, and learning with emphasis on performance of school-related tasks such as reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies. Designed specifically for future teachers. (LIBS Integrative: Social Inquiry)
CDEV 3040 Child Development in Cultural Context (3 units)
Overview of Child Development in cultural perspective. Evaluation of the role of culture in the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of children. This course has an optional service-learning component. Satisfies G.E. areas F3 and G.
CDEV 3140 Human Development I: Childhood (3 units)
(Same as PSYC 3140) Basic principles of human development as they apply to infancy and childhood. Discussion of current developmental research and applications. Prerequisite: PSYC 2010 or consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)
CDEV 3170 Early Cognitive Development (3 units)
(Formerly PSYC 3170) Theoretical, empirical, and applied issues in intellectual development, including development of perception, concepts, reasoning, communication, and memory. Various theorists such as Piaget, Montessori, and T.G.R. Bower will be discussed in different semesters. Prerequisite: CDEV or PSYC 3140 or consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)
CDEV 3180 Early Social and Emotional Development (3 units)
(Formerly PSYC 3180) Examination of the child’s interpersonal, emotional, and personality development, emphasizing theoretical issues and research. Specific topics addressed will include attachment, aggression, and pro-social behavior, parent–child relationships, and gender differences. Prerequisite: CDEV or PSYC 3140 or consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)
CDEV 3181 Early Childhood Development (3 units)
(Formerly PSYC 3181) Laboratory analysis of children’s social, cognitive, physical, and emotional development and individual differences. Participation in the Child Development Center’s programs; implications for developmentally-appropriate programs and techniques. Corequisite: CDEV 3182. Prerequisites: CDEV or PSYC 3010, CDEV or PSYC 3140, and concurrent or previous enrollment in CDEV 3170 and 3180. (Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)
CDEV 3240 Human Development II: Adolescence (3 units)
(Same as PSYC 3240) Examines basic developmental issues in adolescent development, including physical and psychological effects of puberty; cognitive, social, and personality development; and psycho-social problems. Discussion of current developmental research and application. Prerequisite: PSYC 2010 or consent of instructor.
CDEV 3320 Infant Development and Group Care (3 units)
Infant development through age 2.5 years and implications for group care. Focus will be on health, safety, nutrition, family involvement, assessment, and curriculum. Includes Child Development Center laboratory. Meets the California Department of Social Services (DSS) licensing regulations for teachers of infants and toddlers. Corequisite: CDEV 3322. Prerequisite: CDEV or PSYC 3010 or equivalent. (Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)
CDEV 3340 Human Development III: Adulthood and Aging (3 units)
(Same as PSYC 3340) Basic principles of adult development and aging from maturity to death are examined. Biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of development and aging are considered through discussion of relevant theory, research, and application. Satisfies G.E. area F3. Prerequisite: PSYC 2010 or consent of instructor.
CDEV 3440 Developmental Assessment (3 units)
(Formerly PSYC 3440) Introduction to basic issues and considerations in developmental assessment. Rationale for assessing perceptual-motor and cognitive abilities, emergent language abilities, and personal social maturity in children. Application of assessment procedures. Prerequisites: CDEV or PSYC 3010, CDEV or PSYC 3140, and concurrent or previous enrollment in CDEV 3170 and 3180.
CDEV 3550 Early Intervention with High-Risk Children (4 units)
(Same as PSYC 3550) Overview of early intervention theory and methodology. Rationale of home- and school-based efforts for infant and preschool children to become successful in an academic setting. Direct application of home-based interventions. Corequisite: CDEV 3553. Prerequisites: PSYC 2010, CDEV 3010 or PSYC 3010, and CDEV 3140 or PSYC 3140. (Lecture, 2 hours; activity, 4 hours) (Training, 16 hours — first two Saturdays of the semester)
CDEV 4000 Child Development Research Methods (3 units)
Covers the strategies and techniques involved in research with children. Issues of focus will include ethical concerns, methods for data acquisition, and designs for assessing developmental change. Prerequisite: PSYC 2020 or consent of instructor.
CDEV 4180 Developmental Programs for Preschool Children
(3 units)
(Formerly PSYC 4180) An application of developmental theory to planning programs for individuals and groups of preschool-aged children. Includes: observing and recording child(ren)’s behavior, assessment of developmental needs, planning and implementing programs based upon assessment, evaluation of child(ren)’s development, and evaluating success of program. Corequisite: CDEV 4190. Prerequisites: CDEV or PSYC 3010, CDEV 3170, 3180, and one of the following application courses: CDEV 3020, 3181, or 3440.
CDEV 4190 Developmental Programs Laboratory (1 unit)
(Formerly PSYC 4190) Laboratory work in the Child Development Center. Corequisite: CDEV 4180. Prerequisites: PSYC 3010 and 3181.
CDEV 4280 Development of Social Cognition (3 units)
Overview of development of social cognition in children. Students evaluate the impact of emerging cognition on individual development and social relationships. Application with children in a lab setting. Corequisite: CDEV 4282. Prerequisites: CDEV/PSYC 3010, 3140, and CDEV 3170, or consent of instructor. (Lecture, 2 hours; laboratory, 3 hours)
CDEV 4940 Field Work in Child Development (1-2 units)
Work performed in schools, agencies, and institutions under joint supervision of the department and agency where assigned. May be repeated for credit. See catalog heading “Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Child Development” for details regarding application to the major. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)
CDEV 4945 Internship at Child Development Center as Instructional Aide (1 unit)
(Formerly PSYC 4945) Internship in program preparation. Participation at the Child Development Center as teacher’s aide; assistance with curriculum planning, presentation and evaluation, under direct supervision of CDC director. May be repeated for credit. See catalog heading “Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Child Development” for details regarding application to the major. Meets partial satisfaction of the requirements for administration for the Department of Social Services Community Child Care Division. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)
CDEV 4946 Internship at Child Development Center as Head Teacher (2 units)
(Formerly PSYC 4946) Internship in program preparation for teaching. Participation at the Child Development Center as head teacher under direct supervision of CDC director. May be repeated for credit. See catalog headings “Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Child Development” or “Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts Degree, Psychology” for details regarding application to the respective major. Meets partial satisfaction of the requirements for administration for the Department of Social Services Community Child Care Division. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)
CDEV 4947 Internship at Child Development Center as Assistant Administrator (2 units)
(Formerly PSYC 4947) Internship at the Child Development Center as Assistant Administrator under direct supervision of CDC director. May be repeated for credit. See catalog heading “Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Child Development” for details regarding application to the respective major. Meets partial satisfaction of the requirements for administration for the Department of Social Services Community Child Care Division. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)
CDEV 4948 Child Development Senior Internship (2 units)
(Formerly PSYC 4948) Students will intern in a university or community agency based on their chosen track in the Child Development major. Corequisite: CDEV 4965. Prerequisites: CDEV or PSYC 3010, CDEV 3170, 3180, and senior standing. (Spring)
CDEV 4950 Selected Topics in Child Development (1-5 units)
(Topics to be specified in Class Schedule) Development of a specific area in child development. Topics will vary depending on instructor. Different topics may be taken for a total of 6 units. Corequisite: CDEV 4953. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
CDEV 4960 Organization and Administration of Early Childhood Education Programs (4 units)
(Formerly PSYC 4960) An overview of administration in early childhood education programs. Topics to be covered include program organization and curriculum development, staffing, budget, legal, and parent-relation responsibilities of program directors. Prerequisites: PSYC 4180 and 4190.
CDEV 4965 Child Development Senior Seminar (1 unit)
(Formerly PSYC 4965) Capstone seminar for Child Development majors participating in senior internships. Includes discussion of career and professional issues, diverse applications of child development, and discussion and evaluation of internship experiences. Corequisite: CDEV 4948. Prerequisites: CDEV or PSYC 3010, CDEV 3170, 3180, and senior standing. (Fall, Spring)
CDEV 4980 Individual Study (1-4 units)
For students capable of independent work and desirous of specialized study. May be repeated for a total of 6 units. Prerequisite: Prior consent of instructor. (Fall, Spring)
CDEV 4990 Senior Honors Thesis (3 units)
The Senior Honors Thesis is an independent research project in child development and is limited to qualified majors in their senior year. It is supervised by a committee of at least two faculty and is expected to be of publishable quality. Can be taken for a maximum of 6 units total, 3 of which may count toward the major. Prerequisites: Major in child development, senior standing, invitation of instructor. (Fall, Spring)
