Course Description
Introduction to special topics in the field of psychology.
Athena Title
Special Topics in Psychology
Equivalent Courses
Not open to students with credit in PSYC 3100E
Prerequisite
PSYC 1101 or PSYC 1101E or PSYC 1030H
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall, spring and summer
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Objectives: Specific objectives will vary depending on the topic selected and advertised by the instructor. This course is used when an instructor offers a special opportunity to explore a content area that is not covered in existing coursework. This course is similar to Seminar in Psychology but will be less ambitious in the scope of coverage. However, certain general objectives will be present in this course. General Objectives: 1. Know why the area of study is important. How does it relate to the broader field of psychology? 2. Learn about the content of the area of study. 3. Develop a specialized understanding of the fundamental issues in the area. 4. Develop critical thinking skills.
Topical Outline
1. The Behavior of Pets 2. Psychology and the Legal System 3. Marital Therapy 4. Pseudoscience and Parapsychology 5. Sociobiology 6. Romantic Relationships 7. Evolutionary Psychology
Syllabus