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PSYC 1300   Learning Framework (3)
This is a common course number.
Prerequisite: None.
This course is a study of theoretical models regarding how people learn, think and motivate themselves. Students will use assessment instruments to help them identify their own academic strengths and weaknesses. Students are ultimately expected to integrate and apply these skills to become effective efficient learners. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4203015124

PSYC 2301   Introduction To Psychology (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number PSY 101.
Prerequisite: Developmental Reading 0093, English as a Second Language (ESOL) 0044 or have met the TASP/Alternative Assessment Standard in Reading.
Introduction to Psychology surveys major topics in the study of behavior. Factors which determine and affect behavior are examined. Psychological principles are applied to the human experience. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4201015140

PSYC 2302   Applied Psychology (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number PSY 202.
Prerequisite: TASP/Alternative Assessment passing Reading Standards recommended.
Psychological facts and principles are applied to problems and activities of life and will be used to examine basic aspects of human relationships in society. This course will involve the direct application of psychological principles to human relation problems in such areas as business, health occupations, social service agencies, and interpersonal relationships. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4201015240

PSYC 2306   Human Sexuality (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number PSY 103.
Prerequisite: TASP/Alternative Assessment passing Reading Standards recommended.
Students may register for either Psychology 2306 or Sociology 2306 but receive credit for only one of the two. Topics include physiological, psychological, and sociological aspects of human sexuality. (3 Lec)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4201015340

PSYC 2314   Developmental Psychology (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number PSY 201.
Prerequisite: TASP/Alternative Assessment passing Reading Standards and Psychology 2301 recommended.
This course is a study of human growth, development, and behavior. Emphasis is on psychological changes during life. Processes of life from prenatal beginnings through adulthood and aging are included. (3 Lec)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4207015140

PSYC 2316   Psychology Of Personality (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number PSY 205.
Prerequisite: TASP/Alternative Assessment passing Reading Standards and Psychology 2301 recommended.
This course is an introduction to the study of personality. Topics of personality and adjustment will be studied in the context of various personality theories. Emphasis will be on the application of those topics. (3 Lec)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4201015740

PSYC 2319   Social Psychology (3)
This is a common course number. Former course prefix/number PSY 207.
Prerequisite: TASP/Alternative Assessment passing Reading Standards and Psychology 2301 recommended.
Students may register for either Psychology 2319 or Sociology 2326 but may receive credit for only one. Theories of individual behavior in the social environment are surveyed. Topics include the socio-psychological process, attitude formation and change, interpersonal relations, and group processes. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4216015140

PSYC 2371   Current Issues in Psychology (3)
This is a unique need course. Former course prefix/number PSY 211/PSYC 2370/PSYC 2340.
Prerequisite: None.
This course provides an in-depth study of current issues in psychology. Topics include: abnormal psychology, psychology of the offender, death and dying, and gender roles. Topics may vary from semester to semester and may be repeated for credit when topics vary. (3 Lec.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4201019125

PSYC 2389   Psychology Practicum (3)
This is a common course number.
Prerequisite: None.
An instructional program designed to integrate on-campus study with practical field experience in Psychology. In conjunction with class seminars, the individual student will set specific goals and objectives in the study of human behavior, and/or social institutions, and in the practice of community services. The course may be repeated for credit when field experiences vary. (1 Lec., 4 Lab.)
Coordinating Board Academic Approval Number 4501015142

Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.

WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.