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PSY 111 — Introduction to Psychology

3 credits · 3 hours

Introduces the scientific study of mental processes and behavior with emphasis on the nervous system, learning and memory, cognition, sensation and perception, motivation and emotion, personality, intelligence, stress, psychological disorders and therapy, and social influence. Stresses roles of both theory and empirical evidence in describing, explaining and predicting behavior. Encourages critical thinking about research methods and ethics. Arts & Sciences Elective Code: A; Comments: College-level reading and writing skills are recommended. Consider waiting to take this course until you have successfully completed Elements of Writing or have mastered equivalent skills in writing. Questions? Consult your academic advisor.

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