Recent ProfessorsNot yet assignedRecent SemestersNo scheduled sections on recordClass SizeNot publishedCredits1–3PrerequisiteCompletion of 24 units of college credit with a minimum Transfers ToCSUDescriptionGPA of 3.3; a minimum of 6 units in the discipline with a minimum grade of B; an ability to work independently; permission of the School Dean based on instructor availability. An independent student project which results in a critical examination of government, politics, or law. Students may enroll in this course up to the maximum number of units over multiple semesters. (Formerly PLSC 049). POLS 050 Student Leadership 1.0 Unit A class devoted to the practical application of the governmental process through participation in the student government program. Open to all students. Psychology Department DEGREES Psychology (AA-T) Psychology (AA) COURSES PSYC (Psychology) CONTACT INFORMATION: School of Social and Behavioral Sciences Building: 700 Room 729 Phone Number: (707) 864-7000 x7251 Fax Number: (707) 646-7701 Dean: Sandy Lamba SOLANO COLLEGE ARE YOU THE KIND OF PERSON WHO... � ...desires to question and explore physical, biological, or cultural happenings? � ...enjoys using your skills with words to serve people? � ...likes to observe, learn, analyze, evaluate, or solve problems? � ...is interested in how social systems and society works? ARE YOU THE KIND OF PERSON WHO... � ...desires to inform, enlighte, help, teach, counsel, or cure people? � ...enjoys using your skills to serve people? � ...Likes to work hands-on with objects, machines, and tools and/or use your physical or athletic abilities? � ...is interested in working in a medical environment? GPS provides possible course pathways to reach the destination of program completion Psychology Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer (ADT: A.A.-T) Program Description The psychology program provides academic instruction in basic psychological concepts, theories, terminology, and research methods, and promotes life skills, personal growth, and interpersonal effectiveness. The Associate in Arts in Psychology is fully transferable to the CSU. Students who meet the CSU's minimum eligibility requirements are guaranteed priority admission to a CSU campus, though not necessarily to a particular campus or major. With this degree you will be required to take no more than 60 semester or 90 quarter units after transfer to complete a bachelor's degree if you transfer into a program at the CSU that's similar to the Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer. To earn the Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer, students must: 1. Complete 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following: a. The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) b. A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district 2. Obtain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 3. Complete all courses within the major with a minimum grade of C or P if taken on a Pass/No Pass basis Program Outcomes Students who complete the Associate in Arts in Psychology for Transfer will be able to: 1.Demonstrate an understanding of the major theories in psychology. 2.Produce an APA formatted research proposal. 3.Demonstrate an ability to apply psychological concepts to everyday life. REQUIRED COURSES...............................................Units PSYC C1000 Introduction to Psychology.......................... 3 PSYC 002 Biological Psychology....................................... 3 STAT C1000 Introduction to Statistics.............................. 4 PSYC 004 Research Methods in Behavioral Science........ 3 One course from List A................................................. 3-4 One course from List B.................................................... 3 List A: (select one course)...................................... Units BIO 015 Introduction to Biology...................................... 4 BIO 016 Introduction to Human Biology......................... 3 List B: (select one course)...................................... Units PSYC 005 Abnormal Psychology...................................... 3 PSYC 006 Developmental Psychology.............................. 3 PSYC 007 Cross-Cultural Psychology................................ 3 PSYC 012 Introduction to Gender ................................... 3 PSYC 018 Positive Psychology.......................................... 3 PSYC 020 Personal and Social Behavior........................... 3 PSYC 030 Introduction to Social Psychology.................... 3 PSYC 034 Human Sexual Behavior................................... 3 PSYC 040 Drugs, Society & Behavior............................... 3 Consult with your counselor for guidance on custom course pathway Psychology Psychology Associate in Arts Program Description This program provides a broad overview of psychology as a science of human behavior and mental processes. The program emphasizes critical thinking, skeptical inquiry and the scientific approach to understanding major theories, methods, and research in psychology. In addition, personal, social, and organizational areas are explored. The Associate in Arts can be obtained by completing the 22-unit major, General Education, and electives as needed to complete a minimum of 60 units. All courses for this major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis. Program Outcomes Students who complete the Psychology Associate will be able to: 1.Demonstrate an understanding of the major theories in psychology. 2.Produce an APA formatted research proposal. 3.Demonstrate an ability to apply psychological concepts to everyday life. REQUIRED COURSES ..............................................Units PSYC C1000 Introduction to Psychology ......................... 3 PSYC 002 Biological Psychology ...................................... 3 STAT C1000 Introduction to Statistics ............................. 4 PSYC 004 Research Methods in Behavioral Science ....... 3 Three courses from List A................................................ 9 Required Major Total Units ....................................22 List A: (select three courses) ................................. Units PSYC 005 Abnormal Psychology . ..................................... 3 PSYC 006 Developmental Psychology ............................. 3 PSYC 007 Cross-Cultural Psychology ............................... 3 PSYC 012 Introduction to Gender.................................... 3 PSYC 018 Positive Psychology.......................................... 3 PSYC 020 Personal and Social Behavior .......................... 3 PSYC 030 Introduction to Social Psychology ................... 3 PSYC 034 Human Sexual Behavior .................................. 3 PSYC 040 Drugs, Society, & Behavior............................... 3 HS 001 Introduction to Human Services. ......................... 3 Consult with your counselor for guidance on custom course pathway PSYC - Psychology PSYC C1000 Introduction to Psychology 3.0 Units General Education: SCC: Area 4; Cal-GETC: Area 4 This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. 