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Psychology
PSYCHOLOGY (PSY)
2
GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course presents an overview of the field of
psychology, a field that emphasizes the scientific study of
human behavior and mental processes. Topics include history,
methodology, biopsychology, life-span development, sensation
and perception, consciousness and altered states, learning and
memory, thought and language, intelligence, motivation and
emotion, personality, psychopathology and therapy, stress and
health, social and cultural influences. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I)
(C-ID PSY 110)
2H
HONORS GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Completion of English 125 and 126
or eligibility for English 1A.
This course presents an overview of the field of
psychology, a field that emphasizes the scientific study of
human behavior and mental processes. Topics include history,
methodology, biopsychology, life-span development, sensation
and perception, consciousness and altered states, learning and
memory, thought and language, intelligence, motivation and
emotion, personality, psychopathology and therapy, stress and
health, social and cultural influences. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I)
(C-ID PSY 110)
5
SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 125 and 126.
This course focuses on a systematic analysis of the
social determinants of behavior andmental processes. Emphasis
is on the perception of ourselves and others; attitudes; roles;
compliance, conformity and obedience; attraction; aggression;
altruism; behavior in groups; and applied social psychology.
(A, CSU-GE, UC, I) (C-ID PSY 170)
16
ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Psychology 2. Eligibility for English
125 or 126.
This course introduces the scientific study of
psychopathology and atypical behaviors, broadly defined.
Students investigate abnormal behavior from a variety
of perspectives including biological, psychological, and
sociocultural approaches. An integrative survey of theory
and research in abnormal behavior, and intervention and
prevention strategies for psychological disorders are also
introduced. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I) (C-ID PSY 120)
25
HUMAN SEXUALITY
3 units, 3 lecture hours, (Pass/No Pass)
ADVISORIES: Psychology 2. Eligibility for English
125 and 126.
Examines sexua l behaviors and va lues in
contemporary society from both a psychobiological and
sociological perspective. The anatomy and physiology of
sex, sex within relationships, alternative lifestyles, fertility
management, contraception, sexual dysfunction, and social
roles/attitudes will be topics for analysis and discussion.
Destructive sexual behavior, rape and incest, paraphilias,
and other sensitive subjects will be presented in an explicit
and scientific manner.(A, CSU-GE, UC) (C-ID PSY 130)
38
LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENT (SEE ALSO
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 38)
3 units, 3 lecture hours
ADVISORIES: Eligibility for English 1A.
Basic theories, research concepts, and principles of
physical, cognitive and psychosocial development, including
biological and environmental influences, will be explored with
a focus on each major stage of life from conception to death.
This course is designed to promote critical self-understanding.
Students will apply developmental theory to major topics,
including developmental problems, that occur throughout
one’s lifespan. (A, CSU-GE, UC, I) (C-ID PSY 180)
45 INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH
METHODS IN PSYCHOLOGY
3 units, 3 lecture hours
PREREQUISITES: Psychology 2 or 2H, and
Mathematics 11 or 11H or Statistics 7. ADVISORIES:
English 1A or 1AH.
This course surveys psychological research methods.
An emphasis is placed on research design, descriptive
techniques, experimental procedures, and the characteristics
of valid assessment tools. The course also focuses on the
collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of research
data. Cultural considerations and the ethics of research with
human and animal participants will be included. The course
is designed for psychology majors and others who require
familiarity with such research techniques. (A, CSU-GE, UC,
I) (C-ID PSY 200)