Self-Paced Learning

Social and Behavioral Sciences

Course Title/Description                                                                                       
 PSY 101- Introduction to Psychology
An introduction to the study of how people behave and function. Topics covered include: physiology of the brain, memory, learning, language, perception, life span changes, normality and abnormality, social interactions, group influence on individuals, and therapies.
Note: This course satisfies a Behavioral Science Elective
Intensive Value: Multicultural or Global Awareness; Technology/Environment/Health
Prerequisite: Placement above or successful completion of ENG 060 and eligibility for ENG 101
Recommendation: Concurrent enrollment in ENG 075 or ENG 085 if CPT reading placement test is between 68 and 75.

Spring 2009 Schedule
  PSY 137- The Mind at Work, the Mind at Play
An introduction to knowledge and skills in the areas of critical and creative thinking and problem solving. A variety of psychological thinking skills will be developed and practiced, including goal setting, decision making, brainstorming, strategic planning, pattern recognition, lateral thinking, values clarification, and problem solving. Connections will be made with the student's academic, vocational, and personal experience.
Note: This course satisfies a Behavioral Science Elective
Intensive Value: Multicultural or Global Awareness; Technology/Environment/Health
Prerequisite: ENG 060 or higher placement and eligibility for ENG 101

Spring 2009 Schedule
  SOC 157- Dying, Death and Bereavement
This course addresses two separate aspects of dying and bereavement: 1) examining the challenges around caregiving with their underlying psychological, sociological and social welfare issues; and 2) exploring questions about dying and bereavement in philosophy, religion, poetry and art.
General Education Elective: Behavioral Science

Spring 2009 Schedule
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