Carolinas College of Health Sciences General Education Course Syllabus Course: Instructor: Credit Hours: PSY101(01) General Psychology Blaise Raspanti, MS, MEd 3 (3 class, 0 lab) Placement: Summer 2003 Course Description: Pre-requisite: Required Text: An overview of general topics in the science of behavior including such topics as learning, emotions, motivation, personality, sensation and perception, and adjustment. None Huffman, K., Vernoy, M. & Vernoy, J., 5 th Ed. (2000). Psychology In Action. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, the student should: 1. Describe the basics of psychology as a science including research and statistics. 2. Explain the biological bases of behavior including sensation, perception, and consciousness. 3. Explain the development of intelligence including learning and memory. 4. Identify the motivational factors that drive human behavior. 5. Explain personality development including emotion, abnormal behavior, and social behavior. 6. List and describe the major approaches in therapy. 7. Display improved critical thinking skills in studying all aspects of psychology. Evaluation Methods: Evaluation of student learning will be assessed through three (3) multiple-choice tests and a cumulative final exam. All tests are equal in weight. Students are expected to be present on test days. In case of emergency, make every effort to contact the instructor prior to the test. If contact is not made with the instructor promptly, points may be deducted. Make-up tests will be allowed at the discretion of the instructor only under VERY SPECIAL circumstances and must be completed prior to the next scheduled class session. A bonus project may be offered at the discretion of the instructor. CCHS, General Education, PSY101, Summer 2003 1
Grading: Grades will be based on the exam grades according to the following scale: A = 90.0-100.0 B = 80.0-89.9 C = 70.0 79.9 D = 60.0 69.9 E = Below 60 THE LOWEST PASSING GRADE IN ANY COURSE IN THE CURRICULUM IS A LETTER GRADE OF C. Office Hours: Attendance: Honor Code: My office is Room 233, and the telephone number is 704-355-4025. I will be available after class on class days. Please make an appointment with me during class. If you need to contact me at other times, you may call me at 704-605- 8930. If you are unable to reach me, contact the General Education secretaries- -Barbara Malcolm @ 704-355-0712 or Amy Bridgeman @ 704-355-1550--and leave a message. While attendance is not mandatory, it is vitally important both to your success in the class and your development as a future health care professional. Each of you also has much to contribute to the class, and I value your presence. I ask that you be on time to class and return promptly from breaks. At the discretion of the instructor, bonus points may be given for class attendance. This course, like all at the Carolinas College of Health Sciences, operates under the Honor Code. The code forbids cheating in any and all forms. The Honor Code will be enforced. CHAPTER OBJECTIVES Chapter 1: Introducing Psychology 1. To explain the purpose of psychology. 2. To describe the basics of psychological research and how to evaluate it. 3. To list basic ethics in psychological research and practice. 4. To describe basic principles of the various schools of psychology. Chapter 2: The Biological Bases of Behavior 1. To explain the contribution of the nervous system to human behavior 2. To describe the relationship of body chemistry to behavior. 3. To list various methods of studying brain function. Chapter 3: Sensation and Perception 1. To describe the functioning of various senses. 2. To explain factors involved in perception and selection. 3. To explain the process of organizing our perceptions. Chapter 4: Consciousness 1. To describe various levels of awareness. 2. To explain the principle behind sleep and dreaming. 3. To describe the effects of various drug families on the consciousness. 4. To list additional routes to alternate states. CCHS, General Education, PSY101, Summer 2003 2
Chapter 5: Learning 1. To distinguish between learned and innate behaviors. 2. To describe the two types of conditioning. 3. To explain cognitive learning. 4. To explain observational learning. Chapter 6: Memory 1. To explain the three stage memory model. 2. To describe the biological components of memory. 3. To list and describe the major theories on forgetting. 4. To describe methods of improving memory. Chapter 7: Thinking, Language, and Intelligence 1. To describe the various aspects of the thought process such as mental imagery, concept formation, problem solving, and creativity. 2. To present a measurable definition of intelligence. 3. To explain the concepts which form the basis of intelligence testing. 4. To explain the potentials and limitations of intelligence testing. 5. To explain the basic components of language development. Chapters 8 & 9: Life Span Development I & II: 1. To explain physical, cognitive, and language development throughout the life span. 2. To explain personality and moral development throughout the life span. Chapter 10: Gender and Human Sexuality 1. To explain the concept of gender. 2. To describe the physical and emotional aspects of sexuality. 3. To explain sexual dysfunction and treatment. Chapter 11: Motivation and Emotion 1. To list internal and external factors affecting hunger and eating. 2. To explain basic aspects of human sexual motivation. 3. To list characteristics of people motivated toward achievement. 4. To list and describe three major theories of motivation. 5. To explain the biology of emotions. 6. To describe major theories of emotion. Chapter 12: Health Psychology 1. To list causes and results of stress. 2. To explain the relationship between stress and illness. 3. To describe ways of coping with stress. Chapter 13: Personality 1. To list and describe major theories of personality. 2. To describe methods of assessing personality. CCHS, General Education, PSY101, Summer 2003 3
Chapter 14: Psychological Disorders 1. To list aspects of social influence. 2. To explain the processes by which groups function. 3. To list key factors in interpersonal attraction. 4. To discuss factors that contribute to the development of attitudes. Chapter 15: Therapy 1. To list the major types of therapy and describe the basic principles of each. 2. To explain the ethical considerations involved in providing appropriate therapy. Chapter 16: Social Psychology 1. To list aspects of social influence. 2. To explain the processes by which groups function. 3. To list key factors in interpersonal attraction. 4. To discuss factors that contribute to the development of attitudes. CCHS, General Education, PSY101, Summer 2003 4
TENTATIVE CLASS SCHEDULE PSY101 General Psychology Summer 2002 Thursday, 4-5:50 pm & Friday, 3-4:50 pm Instructor: Blaise Raspanti Order of Topics Readings/Exams Introducing Psychology Ch. 1 Biological Bases of Behavior Ch. 2 Sensation and Perception Ch. 3 Consciousness Ch. 4 Exam 1 Learning Ch. 5 Memory Ch. 6 Thinking, Language & Intelligence Ch. 7 Exam 2 Life Span Development I & II Ch. 8 & 9 Gender & Human Sexuality Ch. 10 Motivation & Emotion Ch. 11 Health Psychology Ch. 12 Exam 3 Personality Ch. 13 Psychological Disorders Ch. 14 Therapy Ch. 15 Social Psychology Ch. 16 FINAL EXAM CUMULATIVE CCHS, General Education, PSY101, Summer 2003 5
Carolinas College of Health Sciences General Education Summer 2003 I have read the syllabus for PSY101(01) General Psychology. I understand that I am accountable for all of the information contained in the syllabus. I have been given the opportunity to clarify any questions. I have read and will abide by the Honor Code of Carolinas College of Health Sciences. I agree that my grades in PSY101(01) General Psychology may be posted using the 4-digit number that is written at the conclusion of this statement. Student s Printed Name: Student s Signature: Date: Number: As a member of the Carolinas College of Health Sciences student body, I will adhere to the principles of honor that are the foundation of trust among students, faculty, and staff on our campus and/or clinical sites. (See page 33-34, CCHS Catalog/Student Handbook, 2002-2003.) Student Signature: Date: CCHS, General Education, PSY101, Summer 2003 6