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Apr 05, 2025
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2025-2026_College Catalog
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PSY 101 - Introduction to Psychology
Credits: 3
Lecture: Three lecture.
A foundation course in the science of behavior. The course will provide an overview of the factors that affect behavior and mental processes including biological, behavioral, cognitive, and socio-cultural influences.
Course Outcomes:
Students will be able to:
- define the vocabulary and concepts used in the field;
- describe the scientific method and the research methodologies used in the field of psychology;
- demonstrate an understanding of the historical and current theoretical frameworks that influence the field of psychology;
- describe the relationship between the brain and behavior;
- discuss the role of nature and nurture and their influences on human behavior;
- discuss biological, behavioral, cognitive, and social development across the lifespan;
- describe the role of psychology in contemporary society and apply relevant concepts and theories to student’s own experiences.
General Education: Social and Behavioral Sciences
Special Requirement(s): Ethnic, Race, and Gender Awareness
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