Introduction to Psychology

Course Description

A survey of the field of psychology that provides an overview of the scientific principles and theories in psychology. Topics include: biological psychology, abnormal behavior, motivation, emotion, sexuality and gender, and personality theory.

Learning Outcomes

• Describe the scientific method as it applies to psychology.
• Define major processes of cognition and social cognition.
• List the major structures of the brain and endocrine system and describe their major functions.
• Explain the different states of consciousness and altered states of consciousness.
• List the major stages of development throughout the lifespan.
• Describe the psychological issues related to gender and sexuality.
• Describe the major theories of personality.
• Describe the major theories of emotion and motivation.
• Define the major psychological disorders and describe how they are identified.