(PSY) Psychology Courses
Social Science (3 credits)
PSY 101 - Introduction to Psychology The scientific study of human nature -- facts, principles, and theories concerning the mental, emotional, neurological, and social dimensions of human experience. Topics include consciousness, learning, thinking, memory, brain structure and function, motivation and emotion, development, personality, mental illness and its treatment, relationships, and social influence.
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(3 credits)
PSY 204 - Social Psychology Prerequisite: PSY 101 with a minimum C grade
Studies the behavior and development of the individual in society, the function of social attitudes, and the emergence of social awareness. Topics include socialization and identity, person perception, attraction, attribution, theory, conformity and obedience, and attitudes and prejudices.
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Social Science (3 credits)
PSY 206 - Child Development Prerequisite: PSY 101 with a minimum C grade
Studies the physical, mental, emotional, and social development of the individual from conception through adolescence. Topics include motor and language development, attachment, temperament, gender and identity development, intelligence, prosocial and aggressive behavior, play, and family influences on development.
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Social Science (3 credits)
PSY 207 - Developmental Psychology: Across the Life Span Prerequisite: PSY 101 with a minimum C grade
Studies the physical, mental, emotional and social development of the individual throughout the life span. Students learn to evaluate major theories and methods of study in developmental psychology, to identify the opportunities and dangers inherent at each phase of life, and to understand the factors that influence developmental processes.
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(3 credits)
PSY 208 - Theories of Personality Prerequisite: PSY 101 with a minimum C grade
Defines and assesses human personality within the context of current scientific advances as well as seminal historical perspectives. Examines the impact of individual psychological differences in predicting various life outcomes.
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(3 credits)
PSY 210 - Abnormal Psychology Prerequisite: PSY 101 with a minimum C grade
Discusses the question: What is abnormal behavior and when does this behavior become a diagnosable disorder? History of psychological disorders and early treatments are examined along with the current classifications of psychological disorders as defined by the American Psychological Association. Theories of causation, prevalence, and treatments are also explored.
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Diversity and Global Perspective (3 credits)
PSY 215 - Human Sexuality Prerequisite: PSY 101 with a minimum C grade
Describes the anatomy and physiology of the human reproductive system and the physiology of human sexual functioning. Emphasizes human sexuality as reflecting the psychological makeup of the individual. Stresses the importance of cultural influences on an individual's behavior, along with interpersonal relationship factors.
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