Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
TCNW-0029
Organization's ID:
PSY
Organization:
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
45 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Psychology
Description

Objective:

To introduce the learner to diverse concepts in psychology and the many psychological processes that influence humans throughout the life span.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Analyze the historical background and development of the field of psychology
  • Examine biological influences, as well as the impact of motivation and emotion, on human behavior
  • Recognize and explain different personalities, personality disorders, and psychological therapies

General Topics:

  • History, approaches, research methods of psychology, biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, consciousness, learning and memory, cognition, motivation and emotion, human growth and development, personality theory and research, treatment of psychological disorders, and social psychology
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Computer Based Training
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
Supplemental Materials