A general survey of principles, theories, and fields of psychology with emphasis on application. A basic course designed to teach the major statistical concepts, procedures, techniques, and interpretations to beginning students in the behavioral sciences.
Emphasis is on application rather than theory.
This course includes an intensive study of the use of experimental methods in psychology. Additional topics include ethics, effective library utilization, professional writing and oral presentations. Students devise individual research projects to develop necessary skills in these areas. Introduction to the concepts of mental health and primary prevention with emphasis on the effect of social systems on mental health and performance. This course examines sex roles from a gender and psycho-social perspective.