Introduction to Psychology lI

This course is a part of:

Associate of Paralegal Studies

Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies

Bachelor of Business Administration

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

This course provides students with a fundamental grasp of the application of the scientific method to the study of psychology. Topics include: research methodology, biological bases of animal and human behavior, nature and nurture, intelligence, emotions, stress and health and introduction to psychological disorders.

Course Learning Outcomes

• Objectively observe and measure behavior.

• Recognize human bias when making decisions in everyday life.

• Apply scientific methods and knowledge as a tool in making decisions and evaluating situations.

• Discuss the ambiguity in defining and assessing constructs such as intelligence and motivation and communicate how the environment and genetics might interact to affect these constructs.

• Identify the major issues, tasks and milestones of human development, such as physical, cognitive, social and emotional throughout the lifespan.