PSY 1010

Description

This course is an introductory survey of the principles, theories, and methods of psychology as a basis for the understanding of human behavior and mental processes.

Objectives

1. Define psychology and discuss the history of the field.
2. Describe the research methodology used in the field of psychology.
3. Explain how genes, evolution, and the environment influence human behaviors and cognitions.
4. Describe the structure and function of the brain.
5. Determine biological rhythms and their effects on human functioning.
6. Describe different ways in which humans learn new behaviors.
7. Explain how the social environment influences human behaviors and cognitions.
8. Describe the basic cognitive functions such as attention, reasoning, and memory.
9. Appraise how human emotions influence our behaviors and cognitions.
10. Explain different methods of coping with stress.
11. Describe human motivation and drive.
12. Analyze human development over the life span.
13. Describe theories of personality.
14. Compare and contrast the symptoms and treatment of various abnormal behaviors.

PreRequisites

None

Textbook(s)

* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the CSU Bookstore at bookstore@columbiasouthern.edu