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Psychology - Behavioral Sciences
NOTE: All courses in the major must be completed with a "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in all courses required for the major.
Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer (AA-T)
A total of 20-22 units are required to fulfill the major portion of
this degree. This degree reflects the Transfer Model Curriculum (TMC) supported by the statewide Academic Senate Students must also complete the California State University (CSU) General Education Breadth requirements or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC). Students planning to transfer to SDSU should consult with a counselor.
Transfer Requirements
The following requirements must be met to be awarded an
Associate in Arts in Psychology Transfer (AA-T) degree:
(1) Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
(A) The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth Requirement.
(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units
in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district
(2) Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Students are also required to earn a “C” grade or higher or “Pass” in all courses required for the major.
Core Requirements
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Course |
Title |
Units |
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Psychology 120 |
Introductory Psychology |
3 |
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Psychology 205 |
Research Methods for Psychology |
4 |
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Anthropology 215 |
Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences |
4 |
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Sociology 215 |
Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences |
4 |
| OR | ||
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Psychology 215 |
Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences |
4 |
| OR | ||
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Math 160 |
Elementary Statistics |
4 |
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Total Required |
11 |
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List A
Select 1 of the following:
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Course |
Title |
Units |
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Biology 120 |
Principles of Biology |
4 |
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Psychology 140 |
Physiological Psychology |
3 |
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Total Required |
3 - 4 |
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List B
Select 3 of the following courses. Any course from List A not already used or:
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Course |
Title |
Units |
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Psychology 150 |
Developmental Psychology |
3 |
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Psychology 201 |
Academic & Career |
3 |
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Psychology 211 |
Cognitive Psychology |
3 |
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Total Required |
3 - 4 |
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List C
Select 1 (3 - units) of the following courses. Any course from List A or B not already used:
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Course |
Title |
Units |
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Psychology 138 |
Social Psychology |
3 |
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Psychology 170 |
Abnormal Psychology |
3 |
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Psychology 220 |
Learning |
3 |
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Total Required |
3 |
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Total Requirements
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Units for the major |
20 - 22 |
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Units for CSU GE or IGETC |
37 - 39 |
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Total Units required for the degree |
60 |
Complete transferable units as needed to reach 60.
*Students completing IGETC may be awarded the degree, but they must complete a course from Area 1C: Oral Communication to meet CSU admission requirements
† This course meets all Title 5 standards for Associate Degree Credit.
Introductory Psychology
3 Units
An introduction of the facts and theories that enhance understanding of human behavior as studied by psychologists. A general overview of the research methods and major research findings of psychology is examined. Topics covered include physiology, learning, perception and cognitive process, development, motivation and emotion, personality, abnormal behavior, therapy, and social psychology.
Requisites:
None
Transfers to:
Transfers to both UC/CSU
Degree / Transfer areas:
(AA/AS-D, CSU-D, IGETC-4)
Cross-Cultural Psychology
3 Units
An introduction to theories and research findings regarding cultural influences on human behavior and cognitive processes.
Requisites:
None
Transfers to:
Transfers to both UC/CSU
Degree / Transfer areas:
(AA/AS-D, CSU-D, IGETC-4)
Psychology of Health
3 Units
The goal of health psychology is to understand the psychological influences on health promotion and maintenance, on prevention and treatment of illness and on the individual’s response to illness. The course will focus on the etiology and correlates of health and illness, as well as analyze the health care system and the formulation of health policies.
Requisites:
None
Transfers to:
Transfers to CSU
Degree / Transfer areas:
(AA/AS-D, CSU-E)
Human Sexuality
3 Units
An overview of the biological, psychological, social and cultural aspects of human sexuality.
Requisites:
None
Transfers to:
Transfers to both UC/CSU
Degree / Transfer areas:
(AA/AS-D, CSU-D, E, IGETC-4)
Social Psychology
3 Units
An examination of individuals in social contexts to reveal how one's thoughts, feelings and actions can be influenced by other people and elements of society.
Requisites:
None
Transfers to:
Transfers to both UC/CSU
Degree / Transfer areas:
(AA/AS-D, CSU-D, IGETC-4)
Physiological Psychology
3 Units
The study of psychological aspects of psychological processes starting from neurons as independent units through neurodevelopment and maturity of the brain. Systematic study of neuroanatomy and function is a core component of the course.
***The relationship between bodily processes, human thought and emotion.
Requisites:
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in PSY 120 or equivalent.
Must be completed prior to taking this course.
Transfers to:
Transfers to both UC/CSU
Degree / Transfer areas:
(AA/AS GE, CSU, CSU GE, IGETC, UC)
Developmental Psychology
3 Units
An introduction to psychological theories and research regarding human physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development from infancy, through childhood, adolescence, and maturity.
Requisites:
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in PSY 120 or equivalent.
Must be completed prior to taking this course.
Transfers to:
Transfers to both UC/CSU
Degree / Transfer areas:
(CSU-D,E, IGETC-4)
Abnormal Psychology
3 Units
A course in understanding the symptoms, causes and treatments for psychological disorders (such as mood disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders).
Requisites:
None.
Transfers to:
Transfers to both UC/CSU
Degree / Transfer areas:
(AA/AS-D, CSU-D, IGETC-4)
Psychology of Interpersonal Skills
3 Units
A study of skills important for helpful interpersonal relating, accompanied by structured experience and training in the practice of psychology.
Requisites:
None
Transfers to:
Transfers to both UC/CSU
Degree / Transfer areas:
(CSU-D)
Special Studies / Projects Psychology
3 Units
Future course description comine
Requisites:
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
Must be completed prior to taking this course.
Transfers to:
N/A
Degree / Transfer areas:
N/A
Academic / Career Opportunity - Psychology
1 Unit
The study of career options in the field of Psychology. Emphasis is placed on the needs of Psychology majors identifying career-related strengths and interests while providing information on post-baccalaureate options in psychology and related fields, and identification of career-related strengths and interest.
Recommended after completion of thirty (30) units.
Pass/ No Pass only.
Requisites:
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in PSY 120 or equivalent.
Must be completed prior to taking this course.
Transfers to:
N/A
Degree / Transfer areas:
N/A
Research Method for Psychology
3 Units
Introduction to the scientific methodology used in psychology and the behavioral sciences. Research design and methodology will be examined through a review of research in a variety of sub-disciplines in psychology.
Requisites:
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in PSY 120 and PSY 215 or ANTH 215 or SOC 215 or MATH 160 or equivalent.
Must be completed prior to taking this course.
Transfers to:
Transfers to both UC/CSU
Degree / Transfer areas:
N/A
Cognitive Psychology
3 Units
No description available
Requisites:
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in PSY 120 or equivalent.
Must be completed prior to taking this course.
Transfers to:
N/A
Degree / Transfer areas:
N/A
Statistics / Behavioral Sciences
4 Units
Methods and experience in defining and solving quantitative problems in the behavioral sciences. Emphasis is on the design of experiments and the application of a variety of parametric and nonparametric techniques to the analysis of data.
Requisites:
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher in MATH 103 or 110 or equivalent.
Must be completed prior to taking this course.
Transfers to:
Transfers to CSU
Degree / Transfer areas:
N/A
Learning
3 Units
An examination of the basic principles and research in animal and human learning.
Requisites:
Prerequisite: "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in PSY 120 or equivalent.
Must be completed prior to taking this course.
Transfers to:
Transfers to both CSU/UC
Degree / Transfer areas:
(AA/AS-D, CSU-D,E, IGETC-4)
Selected Topics in Psychology
CSLE
1 - 3 Units
Future course description coming
Requisites:
N/A
Transfers to:
N/A
Degree / Transfer areas:
N/A
