General Psychology
PSY-1500-04-DL
Sullivan County Community College
- Semester
- Fall 2024
- Instructor
- Christine Laplante
- Start Date
- 08-26-2024
- Total Credits
- 3
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- 845-434-5750 x4302
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Catalog Course Description
This course serves as a general introduction to the scientific study of psychology. General principles of human behavior and mental processes, as revealed through various psychological scientific methods of inquiry, are explored. This basic introduction to psychological research allows students to critically evaluate the topics found within the broad discipline of psychology. Topics in this introductory survey include biological foundations of behavior, sensation and perception, learning, motivation, cognition, human development, abnormal behavior, personality theory, and social and health issues as studied by psychologists.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate understanding of psychological theories, principles, and concepts.
2. Demonstrate understanding of research methods and data collection used by social
scientists.
3. Apply basic principles of psychology to everyday life.
4. Critically analyze research in psychology found in professional journals.
Attributes
GE Social Sciences
Liberal Arts
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- Instructor: Christine Laplante
- Local Course ID: 24FA_SUL_ PSY_1500_04
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