Psychology Courses & Descriptions
PSYC& 100 General Psychology • 5 CR
Previously PSYCH 100 Introduction to Psychology
Presents methods, concepts, and principles of psychology. Topics include psychophysiology, sensation and perception, learning and memory, motivation, development, emotion, health, stress, personality, and abnormalities and their treatments.
PSYC 109 Psychology of Adjustment • 5 CR
Previously PSYCH 109
Teaches the scientific principles of psychology as they relate to adaptation to life’s challenges. Topics include the nature and management of stress, coping strategies, interpersonal communication, relationship dynamics, self concept, life-long learning, and career development.
PSYC 110 Applied Psychology • 5 CR
Previously PSYCH 110
Examines human sexuality from three main perspectives psychological, biological, and socio-cultural. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 (prev PSYCH 100).
PSYC 194/195/196/197 Special Topics in Psychology • V1-10 CR
Previously PSYCH 194/195/196/197
Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule.
PSYC 198 Seminar in Psychology • V1-10 CR
Previously PSYCH 198
Includes seminars, workshops, etc., for which college credit is offered.
PSYC 199 Individual Studies in Psychology • V1-10 CR
Previously PSYCH 199
Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
PSYC& 200 Lifespan Psychology • 5 CR
Previously PSYCH 204 General Developmental Psychology
Presents research and theories regarding human growth and change across the life span. Students explore factors that affect psychosocial, cognitive, and physical development from psychological and socio-cultural perspectives. May require participation in projects. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 (prev PSYCH 100).
PSYC 202 Introduction to Physiological Psychology • 5 CR
Previously PSYCH 202
Introduces the physiological systems that underlie behavior with emphasis on the nervous system, sensory systems, endocrine system, and research methods unique to the field of physiological psychology. Fulfills natural science course requirement at BC. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 (prev PSYCH 100) recommended.
PSYC 203 Learning Language & Memory • 5 CR
Previously PSYCH 203
Considers human performance from the psychological standpoint. Topics include conditioning, memory and conceptual processing, language, sensation, and perception. May require participation in demonstrations and projects.
PSYC 205 Introduction to Personality • 5 CR
Previously PSYCH 205
Examines assumptions about the nature of humankind. Students focus on psychometric techniques as well as major theories and theorists. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 (prev PSYCH 100).
PSYC 209 Fundamentals of Psychological Research • 5 CR
Previously PSYCH 209
Covers theories, techniques, and applications of psychological research methodology. Students explore a variety of approaches, ranging from uncontrolled field observation to laboratory experiments. Topics include data analysis, report writing, and factors affecting research results. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 (prev PSYCH 100).
PSYC 210 Psychology of Human Sexuality • 5 CR
Previously PSYCH 210
Examines human sexuality from three main perspectives psychological, biological, and socio-cultural. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 (prev PSYCH 100) recommended.
PSYC& 220 Abnormal Psychology • 5 CR
Previously PSYCH 200
Introduces the theories, diagnosis, and treatment of maladaptive behavior and psychological disorders. Class format may include field trips to psychiatric institutions. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 (prev PSYCH 100).
PSYC 240 Social Psychology • 5 CR
Previously PSYCH 240
Examines the actions of individuals and groups in a social context. Topics include the influence of social learning on attitudes, perception, and personality, persuasion, conflict, attraction, altruism, and aggression. Same as SOC 240. Either PSYC 240 (prev PSYCH 240) or SOC 240 may be taken for credit, not both. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 (prev PSYCH 100) or SOC& 101 (prev SOC 110) or permission of instructor.
PSYC 250 Cross Cultural Psychology • 5 CR
Previously PSYCH 250
Examines psychological theories and research from a cross-cultural perspective. Students discuss the impact of culture on cognition, development, emotion, motivation, sex roles, disorders, group behavior, conflict, stereotyping, and prejudice.
PSYC 257 Psychology of Sex Gender & Culture • 5 CR
Previously PSYCH 257
Examines sex differences and similarities from an interdisciplinary perspective, drawing from biology, psychology, sociology, and history. Students analyze perceived and actual differences in communication styles, employment, education, mental health, and personal relationships.
PSYC 294/295/296/297 Special Topics in Psychology • V1-10 CR
Previously PSYCH 294/295/296/297
Covers supplementary or unusual classes related to the field. Topics are announced in the class schedule.
PSYC 298 Seminar in Psychology • V1-10 CR
Previously PSYCH 298
Includes seminars, workshops, etc., for which college credit is offered.
PSYC 299 Individual Studies in Psychology • V1-10 CR
Previously PSYCH 299
Covers directed readings, special projects, and independent study by an individual student. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.