PSYCH 101 - Introduction to Psychology

3 credits

An introduction to psychological science. Core topics include the theoretical perspectives of psychology, research methodology, neuroscience, sensation and perception, motivation and emotion, learning, and memory. Other topics may be added at the instructor’s discretion. While primarily a lecture and discussion course, other pedagogies including online testing and assignments may be used.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of prerequisite course ENG 92 - Writing for College 2 or ESL 122 - Introduction to Academic Writing 2, or appropriate course placement. Alternatively, students may take the course if they have completed ENG 101 - Writing and Research or are taking it as a corequisite.