PSYC 2301 - GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY

General Psychology is a survey of the major psychological topics, theories, and approaches to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes.

Meets NCTC Core Curriculum Requirement

Upon completion, students will be able to:

• Identify various research methods and their characteristics used in the scientific study of psychology

• Describe the historical influences and early schools of thought that shaped the field of psychology

• Describe some of the prominent perspectives and approaches used in the study of psychology

• Use terminology unique to the study of psychology

• Describe accepted approaches and standards in psychological assessment and evaluation

• Identify factors in physiological and psychological processes involved in human behavior

Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0

Restrictions:

• Must be TSI Complete for Reading

PSYC 2314 - LIFESPAN GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

Lifespan Growth and Development is a study of social, emotional, cognitive and physical factors and influences of a developing human from conception to death.

Meets NCTC Core Curriculum Requirement

Upon completion, students will be able to:

• Describe the stages of the developing person at different periods of the life span from birth to death

• Discuss the social, political, economic, and cultural forces that affect the development process of the individual

• Identify factors of responsible personal behavior with regard to issues such as sexual activity, substance abuse, marriage and parenting

• Explain the biosocial, cognitive, and psychological includes throughout the lifespan as an ongoing set of processes involving both continuity and change

• Describe the different development perspectives of the major theories of development (i.e. cognitive, learning, humanistic and psychodynamic)

• Identify examples of some of the cultural and ethnic differences that influence development throughout the lifespan

• Discuss the various causes or reasons for disturbances in the developmental process

Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0

Restrictions:

• Must be TSI Complete for Reading

PSYC 2319 - SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

Study of individual behavior within the social environment. Topics may include socio-psychological processes, attitude formation and change, interpersonal relations, group processes, self, social cognition, and research methods. PSYC 2319 is included in the Psychology Field of Study.

Upon completion, students will be able to:

• Define social psychology and related terminology.

• Discuss the relationship between the person and the situation and its influence on attitudes, prejudice, aggression, prosocial behavior, and interpersonal relationships.

• Describe the dynamics of group behavior in areas of social influence, such as altruism, conformity, obedience, deindividuation, leadership, intergroup relations, and conflict and cooperation.

• Identify and evaluate the current and historical research, and research methods of social psychology, including ethical considerations.

• Apply social psychological principles to real-world issues.

Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0

Prerequisites:

• PSYC 2301 - GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY

Restrictions:

• Must be TSI Complete for Reading

PSYC 2320 - ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY

This course provides an introduction to the psychological, biological, and socio-cultural factors involved in the development, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders. It includes a review of the historical understanding of abnormal behavior and the development of modern diagnostic systems. It includes discussion of psychological research and practice as it relates to mental health and psychological functioning, as well as legal and ethical issues. PSYC 2320 is included in the Psychology Field of Study.

Upon completion, students will be able to:

• Discuss the historical antecedents to modern understandings of abnormal behavior.

• Identify and describe the major classes and characteristics of psychological disorders as presented in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM).

• Describe the factors and theoretical perspectives related to the development and maintenance of different types of abnormal behavior.

• List the primary treatments for psychological disorders and discuss their effectiveness.

• Discuss the current research and methodological issues in the study of abnormal behavior.

• Discuss the legal and ethical issues associated with the treatment of and research related to abnormal behavior.

• Develop an understanding of how social and cultural factors impact the expression of psychological disorders.

• Examine the impact of biological factors on the development of psychological disorders.

Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0

Prerequisites:

• PSYC 2301 - GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY

Restrictions:

• Must be TSIA2 Complete for Reading

PSYC 2330 - BIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY

An introduction to the biological bases of behavior. Topics include evolution, genetics, research methods in behavioral neuroscience, motivation and emotion, sensation and perception, learning and memory, lifespan development, cognition, psychological disorders, and other complex behaviors. PSYC 2330 is included in the Psychology Field of Study.

Upon completion, students will be able to:

• Define and explain the biological foundations of behavior, including theories, history, and research methods.

• Describe the evolution and development of the nervous system – neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neurotransmission, and neuroendocrinology.

• Identify the structures and function that underlie sensation, perception, and motor control.

• Identify and discuss the regulation of behavior, including motivation and emotion, sexual behavior, and biological rhythms.

• Articulate the biological components of learning, memory, and language.

• Describe the biological underpinnings of age-related changes in cognition and socioemotional functioning over the lifespan.

• Examine how biological processes impact health and well-being.

Grade Basis: L
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture hours: 48.0

Prerequisites:

• PSYC 2301 - GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY

Restrictions:

• Must be TSI Complete for Reading