PSYC 121
INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY

1. Catalog Entry

PSYCHOLOGY 121. Introductory Psychology
Three hours lecture (3).

Prerequisite to all other courses in psychology

An introduction to the essentials, from physiological facts and experimental methods to classical themes and concepts. Areas covered included motivation, learning, personality, social, and abnormal psychology. Videos and demonstrations are used. 

2. Detailed Description of Content of Course

1. Introduction
2. The Human Nervous System
3. Heredity and Development
4. Learning
5. Memory
6. Developmental Psychology
7. Motivation and Emotion
8. Sensation and Perception
9. Individuality and Personality
10. Social Psychology
11. Abnormal Psychology and Mental Disorders 

3. Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

Course will include formal lecture, demonstration, discussion, student presentations, and hands-on projects.

4. Goals and Objectives of the Course

Students will acquire a general knowledge of the theory and application of psychology.

5. Assessment Measures

Graded assignments may include in-class tests, a final examination, pop quizzes, the assignment and presentation of exercises, and projects, and class preparation and participation.

6. Other Course Information

None

7. Review and Approval

DATE ACTION REVIEWED
September 2001 Updated and put in new format Dr. A. V. E.Harris