PSYC 145 - Critical Thinking in Psychology

Recent Professors: Felicia Perez, Noelle Lopez, Laura Feren, Jerome Crichton, Christine Hartmann, Taylor Oliver
Recent Semesters: 2027SP, 2026SU, 2026SP, 2026FA
Class Size: Not published
Difficulty: 3.7Lightout of 10
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing ENGL-C1000 or equivalent
2027SP Sections: View 2027SP sections of PSYC 145
Transfers To: UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 1B · IGETC Area 1B · CSU GE Area A3
Description: This course presents critical thinking and writing skills necessary to analyze, evaluate, and make decisions concerning complex contemporary issues in psychology. Topics include the principles of inductive and deductive reasoning, the philosophy of science, strengths and weaknesses of the scientific method, distinguishing knowledge from beliefs, and the examination of paradigms in psychology. The course integrates critical thinking and writing skills with effective written expression. Formerly PSYCH-145 (25-26)
Usually Held: Mon 9:35am–11:00am, Tue Thu 9:35am–11:00am, Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:10pm