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PSY101: Introduction to Psychology – 3 credits

Overview of the methods, concepts, and applications of psychological science. Includes an introduction to key domains of psychology: Biological, Cognitive, Developmental, Social and Personality, and Mental and Physical Health.
Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]

SUN# PSY1101

PSY132: Psychology and Culture – 3 credits

Examines how psychology is inherently shaped by cultural contexts. Explores how cultural influences relate to enculturated psychological processes, gaining insights into how individuals think, feel, and behave within their cultural environments. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]

PSY230WL: Introduction to Statistics with Lab – 4 credits

An introduction to basic concepts in descriptive and inferential statistics, with emphasis upon application to psychology. Consideration given to the methods of data collection, sampling techniques, graphing of data, use of statistical software, and the statistical evaluation of data collected through experimentation. Required of psychology majors. Note: Student may receive credit for only one (1) of the following courses: PSY230 or PSY230WL. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (PSY101 and eligibility for MAT14+ or higher as indicated by appropriate district mathematics placement) or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS]

PSY240: Developmental Psychology – 3 credits

Human development from conception through death. Includes biological, physical, cognitive, emotional, and sociocultural development across various ages. Note: Recommended for students majoring in nursing, education, behavioral, pre-med, and psychology. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101 or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]

PSY266: Psychological Disorders – 3 credits

Distinguishes between healthy psychological functioning and psychological disorders. Includes topics in psychopathology such as problems with anxiety and depression, eating disorders, substance-use, schizophrenia, sexuality, and personality. Also covers causes and treatments of psychological disorders. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101 or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]

PSY267: Introduction to Forensic Psychology – 3 credits

Overview of the practice of psychology in the law, by the law, and of the law. Focuses on the complementary functions and distinctions between psychology and the legal justice system. Topics include, but are not limited to, criminal investigations, risk and level of danger, competency, interrogations, confessions, assessment, eyewitness testimony, child custody, and domestic violence. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101 or permission of Instructor.

PSY275: Biopsychology – 4 credits

Biological basis of behavior and mental functions. Biological foundations of sensation, perception, motivation, emotion, cognition, and psychopathology. Designed for students in the life and behavioral sciences. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101 or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences [NSI], Natural Sciences General [SG]

PSY290AB: Research Methods – 4 credits

Planning, execution, analysis, and written reporting of psychological research using American Psychological Association guidelines (APA). Critical review of literature and methods in representative areas of psychological research. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: ENG101 or ENG107. Prerequisites or Corequisites: PSY230 or PSY230WL or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L], Natural Sciences [NSI], Natural Sciences General [SG]

SUN# PSY2290