PSYC 2120 - Social Psychology

3 sem hrs cr

This course is the scientific study of how people’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are influenced by other people.  Topics include social cognition, self-presentation, attitude formation, persuasion, social influence, affiliation, interpersonal attraction, prejudice and stereotyping, aggression, and prosocial behavior. Prerequisite: PSYC 1030  and documented eligibility for collegiate English

In rare and unusual circumstances, a course prerequisite can be overridden with the permission of the Department Lead for the discipline. 

This course may include proctored exams which must be completed on campus or at an instructor approved proctoring center which may require additional costs to the student. Please consult your instructor for additional details.

  Formerly/Same As (Formerly PSY 2210)

Transfer (UT) or Non-Transfer Course (UN): UT

• Understand the duplex mind and major content areas in social psychology
• Evaluate the function of culture and nature as it applies to social psychology
• Engage in critical thinking by use of the scientific method
• Demonstrate effective scientific writing
• Enhance teamwork capacity through the evaluation of behaviors in groups

Student Learning Outcomes

• Psychology Content: Identify basic concepts and research findings
  • Describe cognitive vulnerabilities and their relationship to the duplex mind
  • Apply major concepts of social psychology to everyday life
  • Articulate the complex relationship between nature and nurture
  • Express ideas in writing that demonstrate a meaningful understanding of social psychology concepts
  • Collaborate successfully with classmates on assignments that require cooperation (i.e., discussion board in online classes or group work for in-person classes)
• Scientific Thinking: Solve problems using psychological methods
  • Use appropriate level of skepticism, humility, and curiosity to evaluate psychological research
  • Draw appropriate conclusions about human behavior and cognition based on scientific evidence