PSY 30 - Social Psychology

    Recent Professors
    Wendy S. Brooks
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    50 students
    Difficulty
    5.5Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 4 · IGETC Area 4 · CSU GE Area D
    Description
    This course will focus on the study of how people think, feel, and behave in social situations. Topics studied will include aggression, conformity, obedience, persuasion, attitudes and stereotypes. The role of social judgment, prejudice, pro-social behavior, attraction, cultural norms and interpersonal relationships are also examined. The scientific method and research techniques used in social psychology are explored. Ethical implications of research are discussed. (C-ID PSY 170) Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: A4, A7 CalGETC: 4
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 9:30am–10:50am