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2018-2019 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
2018-2019 Catalog and Student Handbook Archived Catalog

PSYC 1030 - Introduction to Psychology

3 sem hrs cr

This is an introductory survey course focused on the scientific study of behavior and mental processes.  Topics include the history of psychology, critical thinking and research methods in psychology, the biological and psychological bases of consciousness, sensation, perception, memory, learning, cognition, development across the lifespan, motivation, emotion, sexuality, stress and health, social psychology, personality, psychological disorders, and psychological therapies. Prerequisite: Exemption from or completion of ENGL 0810  and READ 0810  

Formerly/Same As (Formerly PSY 1310, PSY 1320; PSY 1410)

Transfer (UT) or Non Transfer Course (UN): UT
Course is offered: