60 SPRING 2023 925.424.1000 | [email protected] SPRING 2023 - COURSE LISTINGS Please refer to the onl ine schedule on CLASS-Web to access course section detai ls and the course record numbers (CRNs) for registration. PSYC 4 BRAIN, MIND, AND BEHAVIOR 3.0 Units Introduction to the field of biopsychology. The biopsychology of cognitive, perceptual, emotional, developmental, and social processes. Includes the biopsychology of personality, gender, emotions, learning, learning disabilities, drugs, neurological and developmental disorders, and mental health. Examination of information and theory for practical application. Prerequisite: PSYC 1 with a minimum grade of C PSYC 6 ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY 3.0 Units An introduction to mental health and the major mental health disorders in adults and children; includes anxiety, mood, personality, sexual, and psychotic disorders. The course will include the study of the major psychological, biological, and sociocultural models of mental health disorders and their treatment. PSYC 10 PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN SEXUALITY 3.0 Units Physiological and psychosocial aspects of sexual health in our contemporary society. Understanding the interrelationship of attitude and behavior as it relates to sexual well-being and sexual integrity. PSYC 12 LIFE-SPAN PSYCHOLOGY 3.0 Units Introduction to the psychological, physiological, and sociocultural factors influencing development from conception throughdeath. Emphasisontheprocessof normal development and its variations. Examination of theoretical models and research for practical application. PSYC 15 ABNORMAL CHILD PSYCHOLOGY 3.0 Units An exploration of the emotional, cognitive, developmental, and behavioral problems of childhood and adolescence. Topics include: common stresses and problems of adjustment; the effects of stress, abuse, and traumas on development; mental retardation, autism and other developmental disabilities; normal and abnormal problems of attention, conduct, mood, anxiety, sleep, eating, sex, learning and speech. Examination of theories of cause of mental health problems in children and adolescents and approaches to treatment. Examination of information and theory for practical application. PSYC 17 PSYCHOLOGY OF SLEEP & DREAMS 3.0 Units An introduction to the scientific study of sleep and dreams. Major historic, modern, multicultural views and theories of sleep and dreams; research methods in the study of sleep and dreams; the biological basis of sleep and dreams; biological rhythms; the stage sand cycles of sleep; sleep requirements and changes across the lifespan; sleep deprivation and its effects on cognitive, emotional, behavioral functioning and health; the role of sleep and dreams in mental health; the relationship between sleep and daytime alertness and performance; theories of dream content, function, and meaning; dreaming and creativity; and lucid dreaming; sleep disorders, their characteristics and treatments. Examination of information and theories for practical application. PSYC 21 PSYCH. OF RACE AND IDENTITY 3.0 Units This course is an introduction to cross-cultural identities, which focuses on the way culture influences human behavior and shapes mental processes. We will study a variety of ethnic, social, and cultural group developmental norms and the extent of influence these norms may have on an individual. This course seeks to strengthen diversity awareness and knowledge by bringing awareness to the importance of engaging in difficult discussions. This course will review a broad range of 4) Native-American, 5) Middle Eastern-American, 6) EuropeanAmerican, 7) Gay/Lesbian American, 8) Disabled American. PCN 18 UNIVERSITY TRANSFER PLANNING 1.0 Units Introduction to the resources and planning process needed to ease transition from community college to a four-year college or university. Development of a transfer action plan. Preparation for major and general education requirements. Application cycles and important deadlines. Recommended for those transferring to four-year colleges or universities. PCN 30 STUDENT SUCCESS:COLLEGE EXP. 3.0 Units This course explores concepts, knowledge, and skills relevant to college success. Students will engage in critical analysis on a variety of topics, including motivation, decision making, interpersonal communication, multicultural awareness, and learning theory. Problem solving strategies will be applied to areas including goal setting, career development, wellness, and accessing campus resources. PCN 50 SOCIAL WORK AND H.S. SEMINAR 1.0 Units This course provides the student who is participating in a supervised field experience in a community organization, agency, or institution with a weekly class meeting that provides the academic element to the experiential course offering. The application of concepts gained in the prerequisite or corequisite course to the field experience will be emphasized. This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to develop skills that would facilitate gaining employment in the human services field. Prerequisite: PCN 5 or PSYC 1 or SOC 1 with a minimum grade of C Corequisite: PCN 50L Fieldwork course should be taken alongside seminar to reinforce learning objectives. PCN 50L SOCIAL WORK AND H.S. FIELDWORK 2.0 Units This course provides an introduction to fieldwork participation in the area of Social Work/Human Services (community organization, agency, or institution) allowing the student to apply knowledge and learn new skills outside of the classroom environment. This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to develop skills in preparation for gaining employment in the human services field. Students will be required to participate in a minimum of 60 hours of fieldwork per term. Corequisite: PCN 50 This course is to be completed alongside PCN 50- seminar portion of fieldwork placement. PSYCHOLOGY PSYC 1 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY 3.0 Units Introduces students to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Provides an overview of major psychological concepts and theories in such areas as consciousness, learning, memory, motivation, perception, personality, stress, and social behavior. Strongly Recommended: Eligibility for ENG 1Awith aminimumgrade of C PSYC 3 INTRO. TO SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY 3.0 Units This course will introduce theories and concepts that explain individual behavior in social settings. The topics include research methods, social perception, social cognition, beliefs, prejudice/discrimination, interpersonal relationships, aggression, and group behavior. Strongly Recommended: PSYC 1 with a minimum grade of C
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