Psychology at Shoreline Community College

Psychology

Following are course descriptions. Check the Annual Schedule to plan your schedule.

PSYCHOLOGY & 100
General Psychology (5)
Introduction to the scientific study and understanding of human behavior in a variety of settings. Physical and biological, as well as social perspectives will be presented. Previously PSYCH 100. Mandatory decimal grading.

PSYCHOLOGY & 200
Lifespan Psychology (5)
A survey of human development from conception through late adulthood. Physical, emotional, cognitive and psychosocial development will be explored. Previously PSYCH 204. Mandatory decimal grading.

PSYCHOLOGY 202
Biopsychology (5)
This course explores the basic question: How does our biology influence how we think, feel, and act? Topics include: the nervous system, sensation, learning, memory, sex, drugs, language, mental illness, and practical factors affecting brain development and functioning. A prerequisite for UW psychology majors. Previously PSYCH 202. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 or equivalent with instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

PSYCHOLOGY 206
Developmental Psychology (5)
An analysis of psychological development of the child in relation to biological, physical and sociological antecedent conditions from infancy through adolescence. Previously PSYCH 206. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 or equivalent with instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

PSYCHOLOGY 207
The Psychology of Excellence (5)
This course focuses on the application of psychological theories & research to enhancing performance in a variety of life settings. Topics include: self-regulation, goal setting, visualization, stress management, attention control, time management, effective communication, & conflict resolution. Previously PSYCH 207. Mandatory decimal grading.

PSYCHOLOGY 208
Adulthood, Aging and Development (5)
A study of the basic concepts and issues in adult aging and development. Exploration of the developmental patterns and problems characteristic of the adult years from a cultural perspective. Formerly EDS 103 and HMDEV 103. Previously PSYCH 208. Mandatory decimal grading.

PSYCHOLOGY 209
Fundamentals of Psychological Research (5)
This course covers the key themes and concepts of psychological research and is a foundation course for students planning to take additional courses in psychology. Students will also learn how to critically evaluate scientific findings and claims made by the popular press. A prerequisite for UW psychology majors. Previously PSYCH 209. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100 or equivalent with instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

PSYCHOLOGY 210
Psychology of Sexuality & Relationships (5)
Survey of social, psychological and biological influences on patterns of human sexual behavior. Sexual dysfunction and therapy, contraception, and venereal disease will also be considered. Previously PSYCH 210. Mandatory decimal grading.

PSYCHOLOGY & 220
Abnormal Psychology (5)
Introduction to the field of psychopathology. A survey of the symptoms, causes and treatment of deviant behaviors will be considered. Previously PSYCH 205. Prerequisite: PSYC& 100, or equivalent with instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

PSYCHOLOGY 236
Introduction to Personality (5)
Introduction to the psychology of personality, including personality theories and theorists, personality assessment, and personality constructs. Previously PSYCH 236. Prerequisites: PSYC& 100 or equivalent with instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

PSYCHOLOGY 245
Social Psychology (5)
Introduction to the scientific study of individual human beings acting in a social setting regulated by culture. Social psychology brings something distinctive to the basic questions of life: empirical and especially experimental evidence. Previously PSYCH 245. Mandatory decimal grading..

PSYCHOLOGY 293
Special Topics in Psychology (3)
Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in psychology. Previously PSYCH 283.

PSYCHOLOGY 295
Special Topics in Psychology (5)
Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in psychology. Previously PSYCH 285.

PSYCHOLOGY 297
Individual Project in Psychology (1)
Individual project in a specific area of psychology. By arrangement with instructor. Previously PSYCH 297. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience. Mandatory decimal grading.

PSYCHOLOGY 298
Individual Project in Psychology (2)
Individual project in a specific area of psychology. By arrangement with instructor. Previously PSYCH 298. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience. Mandatory decimal grading.

PSYCHOLOGY 299
Individual Project in Psychology (3)
Individual project in a specific area of psychology. By arrangement with instructor. Previously PSYCH 299. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience. Mandatory decimal grading.

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