Apr 28, 2024  
2022-2023 College Catalog 
    
2022-2023 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


T = Theory (Instruction via lecture, recitation, discussion, demonstration, or seminar.)
L = Laboratory (Practical Application)
C = Clinical

 

Psychology

  
  • PSY 106 - Career Exploration


    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: ENR 098  with grade of C or higher placement
    This course is designed for the student to explore potential career fields. This course includes an assessment through testing of strengths and weaknesses, general information about careers and job skills, value and decision making techniques, and a career research.
  
  • PSY 107 - Study Skills


    1 Hour

    Prerequisite: ENR 098  with grade of C or higher placement
    In this course, emphasis is placed on the skills of “how to study.” The course introduces the student to effective techniques for listening in class, note taking, preparation for test taking, and an overall system of successful study.
  
  • PSY 108 - Stress Management


    2 Hours

    Prerequisite: ENR 098  with grade of C or higher placement
    This course is designed to improve the stress management skills of its students. Stress management techniques will be described and evaluated. The relationship between stress and disease will also be discussed.
  
  • PSY 200 - General Psychology


    3 Hours

    The course is a survey of the scientific study of psychological, biological, and socio-cultural factors that influence behavior and mental processes.
  
  • PSY 207 - Psychology of Adjustment


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: ENR 098  with grade of C or higher placement
    This course provides an understanding of the basic principles of mental health and an understanding of the individual modes of behavior.
  
  • PSY 210 - Human Growth and Development


    3 Hours

    This course is a study of the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional factors that affect human growth and development from conception to death.
     
  
  • PSY 220 - Human Sexuality


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: ENR 098  with grade of C or higher placement
    This course is a comprehensive and integrated approach to human sexuality emphasizing biological, psychological, social, and emotional aspects.
  
  • PSY 230 - Abnormal Psychology


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: PSY 200  General Psychology
    This course is a survey of abnormal behavior and its social and biological origins. The anxiety-related disorders, psychoses, personality disorders, and mental deficiencies will be covered.
  
  • PSY 260 - Statistics for the Social Sciences


    3 hours

    Prerequisite: PSY 200  AND MTH 100  with grade of C or higher or higher placement
    This course is an introduction to the basic statistical concepts, measures, and techniques used in social science research. It includes both descriptive and inferential statistics.
  
  • PSY 276 - Human Relations


    3 Hours

    Prerequisite: ENR 098  with grade of C or higher placement
    This course focuses on readings, inter-and intrapersonal experiences, individual testing, employer visits, and open discussions. Its goal is to assist the student in making a successful transition from classroom to the world of work.