PSYC& 100 - General Psychology

Credits: 5
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 55
Lab Hours: 0
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: An overview of the factors affecting behavior including topics related to: theories of learning, the senses, perception, nervous system, emotions, personality theory, motivation, abnormal behavior and therapy, and social psychology.

Prerequisite: ENGL 099 with a C or higher (or placement into ENGL& 101).
Distribution Requirements:

Social Sciences Distribution Requirement

Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Correctly distinguish between contemporary perspectives in psychology by describing their similarities and differences.
Accurately recognize the influence of nature and nurture on human behavior through descriptions and observations of behavior.
Identify findings in current research through accessing academic databases.
Describe the process of learning and memory using real-life examples.
Analyze the dynamic influence on human behavior and cognition by using major concepts in psychology.
SOCIAL SCIENCES: Identify social variables, structures, and experiences that shape individual perspectives.

Course Contents

List all major topics to be covered during the quarter: Method of science as applied to psychology; Function and structure of the nervous system; Theories of learning; Principles of perception; Theories of emotion; Motivation; Types of abnormal behavior; Major personality theories; Types of therapy; Developmental psychology; Social psychology.

Instructional Units: 5