PSYC 1010 - Introduction to Psychology

Academic Division:

Liberal Arts

Academic Discipline:

Psychology

Assistant Dean: Steve Haynes PhD

3 Credit(s)
Introduction to Psychology is an introductory level course and is a study of the basic human behavior. Topics include the history of psychology, scientific methods, biological processes, cognitive processes, sensation and perception, consciousness, learning, intelligence, human development, personality theory, psychopathology and treatment, stress and health, and social psychology. Please note outcomes are written to OBR standards using OBR language. Ohio Articulation Number OSS015. This course meets the requirements for OTM in Social and Behavioral Science TMSBS UG OSS015

3 Lecture Hour(s);

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Describe psychological theories, principles and concepts relevant to the following topics: history and methods, physiology (biology of behavior, consciousness, and perception), cognition (learning, thought, language), social, organizational, developmental, personality and psychopathology and its treatment.	Written assignments, class activities, and exams (On Textbook Chapter content Corresponding to identified topics), to occur regularly throughout the semester
2. Articulate knowledge of classic as well as contemporary research in each of the major subfields of psychology.	Written assignments, class activities, and exams (On Textbook Chapter content Corresponding to identified topics), to occur regularly throughout the semester
3. Apply basic psychological principles to human history, current events, and daily human experience.	Written assignments, class activities, and exams (On Textbook Chapter content Corresponding to identified topics), to occur regularly throughout the semester
4. Recognize diversity and individual differences and similarities in a variety of contexts.	Written assignments, class activities, and exams (On Textbook Chapter content Corresponding to identified topics), to occur regularly throughout the semester
5 Assess and critically analyze theories, research methods and findings (outcomes), and applications developed by psychologists and made available through textbooks, newspapers, professional and lay periodicals, and the internet.	Written assignments, class activities, and exams (On Textbook Chapter content Corresponding to identified topics), to occur regularly throughout the semester

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

Statement on Diversity
North Central State College believes that every student is a valued and equal member of the community.* Every student brings different experiences to the College, and all are important in enriching academic life and developing greater understanding and appreciation of one another. Therefore, NC State College creates an inclusive culture in which students feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Discrimination and prejudice have no place on the campus, and the College takes any complaint in this regard seriously. Students encountering aspects of the instruction that result in barriers to their sense of being included and respected should contact the instructor, assistant dean, or dean without fear of reprisal.

*Inclusive of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status (past, present or future), disability, age (40 years or older), status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, genetic information, or sexual orientation,

Standard NCSC Course Policies
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