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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
PSYCHOLOGY
PSY 118 Interpersonal Psychology (3-0-3)
This course introduces the basic principles of psychology as they relate to personal and professional development. Emphasis is placed on personality traits, communication/leadership styles, effective problem solving, and cultural diversity as they apply to personal and work environments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of these principles of psychology as they apply to personal and professional development.
PSY 150 General Psychology (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: College-ready English Placement
This course provides an overview of the scienti c study of human behavior. Topics include
history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation, cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the science of psychology. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
PSY 215 Positive Psychology (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: PSY 150
This course is an overview of the scienti c study of human strengths. Topics include resil-
ience, optimism, vital engagement ( ow), positive relationships, creativity, wisdom, happiness, empathy, emotional intelligence, and other relevant topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the psychological factors relevant to enhancing well being. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
PSY 237 Social Psychology (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: PSY 150 or SOC 210
This course introduces the study of individual behavior within social contexts. Topics in-
clude af liation, attitude formation and change, conformity, altruism, aggression, attribution, interpersonal attraction, and group behavior. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of social in uences on behavior. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/ Behavioral Sciences.
PSY 241 Developmental Psychology (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: PSY 150
This course is a study of human growth and development. Emphasis is placed on major
theories and perspectives as they relate to the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of development from conception to death. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of development across the life span. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a general education course in Social/Behavioral Sciences.
PSY 275 Health Psychology (3-0-3)
Prerequisite: PSY 150
This course covers the biopsychosocial dynamics of stress and the maintenance of good
health. Topics include enhancing health and well-being, stress management, lifestyle choices and attitudes, the mind-body relationship, nutrition, exercise, and tness. Upon comple- tion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the psychological factors related to health and well-being. This course has been approved for transfer under the CAA as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.
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