Psychology

Courses

PSY101: GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY

This course provides a general overview of the field of psychology. It begins by discussing psychological research methods used to gather psychological data to provide students with a foundation for critically analyzing information. The course then discusses basic psychological concepts from the perspective and with the goal of improving the quality of life for self and others. Topics include the brain and human development, learning and memory, intelligence and creativity, motivation and emotion, personality, and the impact of stress on health. The course then discusses selected psychological disorders and associated common therapies.

60 clock hours for students enrolled prior to September 1, 2025.

PSY101: GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY

This course provides a general overview of the field of psychology. It begins by discussing psychological research methods used to gather psychological data to provide students with a foundation for critically analyzing information. The course then discusses basic psychological concepts from the perspective and with the goal of improving the quality of life for self and others. Topics include the brain and human development, learning and memory, intelligence and creativity, motivation and emotion, personality, and the impact of stress on health. The course then discusses selected psychological disorders and associated common therapies.

40 clock hours for students enrolled on or after September 1, 2025

PSY103: GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY

This course provides a general overview of human psychology with special emphasis given to emotion. It begins with laying a foundation of psychology intertwined with critical thinking. Areas of study include the brain and human development, learning and memory, motivation and emotion, personality, psychological disorders and associated common therapies. This course discusses basic psychological concepts focusing on improving the quality of life thereby strengthening the ability to perceive, control and evaluate emotions of self and others.

PSY203: HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

This course focuses on the study of development and the aging process from birth to death, including methods of research, theoretical perspectives, as well as biological, social, and psychological changes.