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PSYCH 1, GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: None. • Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.
This survey course introduces modern psychology by presenting scientific and humanistic interpretations of the human mind and behavior. Topics discussed include the methods psychologists use to gather data, the biological bases of behavior, the basic processes of perception, learning and motivation, the development of thinking and personality, and social influences on behavior.
2700 8:00a-9:20a MW LV 12 Chin D
2701 8:00a-9:20a MW LV 8 Guild L A
2702 8:00a-9:20a MW LS 101 Ezzati E
2703 8:00a-9:20a MW LS 110 Laurent M G
2704 8:00a-9:20a TTh LS 101 Gunn K S
Above section 2704 is part of the Scholars Program and enrollment is limited to program participants. See Special Programs section of class schedule or www.smc.edu/scholars for additional information.
2705 8:00a-9:20a TTh LV 5 Devries J M
2706 8:00a-9:20a TTh LS 119 Staff
2707 8:00a-9:20a TTh LV 12 Laurent M G
2708 8:00a-11:05a F LS 110 Edney J J
2709 9:00a-12:05p Sat LS 119 Haley H F
2710 9:30a-10:50a MW LV 8 Guild L A
2711 9:30a-10:50a MW LS 119 Neswald D W
2712 9:30a-10:50a MW LS 101 Ezzati E
2713 9:30a-10:50a MW LS 110 Laurent M G
2714 9:30a-10:50a TTh LS 101 Gunn K S
Above section 2714 is part of the Latino Center Adelante Program. See Special Programs section of class schedule for program information.
2715 9:30a-10:50a TTh LV 8 Phillips D M
2716 9:30a-10:50a TTh LV 5 Devries J M
2717 9:30a-10:50a TTh LV 12 Ezzati E
2718 11:15a-12:35p MW LV 12 Musante K E
2719 11:15a-12:35p MW LS 110 Phillips D M
Above section 2719 is part of the Scholars Program and enrollment is limited to program participants. See Special Programs section of class schedule or www.smc.edu/scholars for additional information.
2720 11:15a-12:35p MW LV 8 Edney J J
2721 11:30a-2:35p F LS 110 Berg D S
2722 12:45p-2:05p MW LS 119 Goodfellow C A
2723 12:45p-2:05p MW LS 110 Phillips D M
2724 12:45p-2:05p MW LV 8 Edney J J
2725 12:45p-2:05p MW LS 101 Chin D
2726 12:45p-2:05p TTh LS 101 Gunn K S
Above section 2726 is part of the Black Collegians Program. See Special Programs section of schedule for program information.
2727 12:45p-2:05p TTh LV 8 Phillips D M
2728 12:45p-2:05p TTh LS 119 Goodfellow C A
2729 12:45p-2:05p TTh LV 5 Green T L
2730 12:45p-2:05p TTh LV 12 Berg D S
2731 2:15p-3:35p MW LS 119 Hart C B
2732 2:15p-3:35p MW LS 101 Chin D
2733 2:15p-3:35p MW LV 8 Musante K E
2734 2:15p-3:35p TTh LS 101 Hart C B
2735 2:15p-3:35p TTh LV 8 Phillips D M
2737 3:45p-5:05p MW LS 119 Farwell L A
2739 3:45p-5:05p TTh LS 101 Hart C B
2740 3:45p-5:05p TTh LS 119 Farwell L A
NEW 2973 3:15p-4:35p MW None Pham, Lien
Above section 2973 meets September 20, 2004 - January 19, 2005 at Venice High School, 13000 Venice Blvd., CA 90066.
NEW 3082 9:30a-10:50a TTh PE 30 Staff
NEW 3086 8:00a-9:20a MW PE 36 Staff
NEW 3138 8:00a-11:05a MW PE 34A Staff
Above section 3138 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 25 to Dec 17.
NEW 3139 12:45p-3:50p MW PE 34A Staff
Above section 3139 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 25 to Dec 17.
4526 5:15p-6:35p MW LS 101 Staff
4527 5:15p-6:35p MW LS 119 Staff
4528 5:15p-6:35p TTh LS 117 Foley S M
4529 5:15p-6:35p TTh LS 101 Berg D S
4530 6:45p-9:50p M LS 119 Goodfellow C A
4531 6:45p-9:50p M LS 101 Farnoody N
4533 6:45p-9:50p T LS 117 Foley S M
4534 6:45p-9:50p T LS 101 Gunn K S
4535 6:45p-9:50p W LS 101 Farnoody N
4536 6:45p-9:50p W LA 220 Haley H F
4537 6:45p-9:50p Th LS 117 Foley S M
PSYCH 2, PHYSIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 5 (Biological Sciences, non-lab) • Prerequisite: Psychology 1.
This introductory course emphasizes the biological approach and methods as tools for adding to our understanding of human psychology. Information about the functioning of the human nervous system is used to provide insight into mental, emotional, and behavioral processes. The role of biological factors underlying sensation, perception, motivation, learning, thinking, language processes, and psychopathology is stressed.
2741 8:00a-9:20a MW LV 5 Sage R
2742 8:00a-9:20a TTh LS 110 Russell R L
2743 9:30a-10:50a MW LV 5 Sage R
2744 9:30a-10:50a TTh LS 110 Russell R L
2745 11:15a-12:35p MW LV 5 Sage R
2746 12:45p-2:05p MW LS 106 Staff
2747 12:45p-2:05p TTh LS 110 Russell R L
2748 2:15p-3:35p TTh LA 236 Staff
2749 3:45p-5:05p MW LS 101 Olson Gene C
4539 6:45p-9:50p W LV 8 Olson Gene C
4540 6:45p-9:50p Th LV 12 Hunter A M
PSYCH 3, PERSONALITY: DYNAMICS AND DEVELOPMENT 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: Psychology 1.
This course provides an introduction to personality psychology. Topics covered include the utility of personality in predicting behavior, the influences of personality, the major theories of personality development and dynamics, and the application of personality theory and concepts to health, psychopathology, and treatment. Assessment of personality will also be discussed. This course will use a lecture, discussion, and demonstration format in exploring these topics.
2751 9:30a-10:50a MW LV 12 Chin D
2915 3:00p-6:05p Th LV 12 Chin D
PSYCH 5, THE PSYCHOLOGY OF COMMUNICATION 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Psychology 1.
This course emphasizes the study of communication as a process of giving, receiving, and interpreting verbal and non-verbal behavior in a variety of interpersonal situations. Communications research, listening skills, conflict resolution, feedback, communication barriers, and message organization are covered. Experiential exercises, including role playing and small group interactions, provide techniques for the development of more effective communication styles. Issues in gender and cross-cultural communication and conflict will be discussed, with an emphasis on methods to improve interpersonal interaction in culturally diverse settings.
2752 8:00a-9:20a MW LS 119 Neswald D W
PSYCH 6, MARRIAGE, FAMILY, AND HUMAN INTIMACY 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: Psychology 1.
This course provides insight into and preparation for establishing rewarding relationships as the basis for a successful and fulfilling individual, marital, and family life. Included are values clarification, communication techniques, current views of male and female roles in society, mate selection, sexual involvement and adjustment, family planning, and child rearing. Special emphasis is placed on understanding the need for compromise and adjustment in a marriage and family unit in our rapidly changing society.
2753 8:00a-11:05a F LS 119 Guild L A
2754 3:45p-5:05p MW LV 8 Musante K E
PSYCH 11, CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: None. • Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.
This course focuses on the study of psychological growth and development from the prenatal stages to adolescence through first hand observations of children. It emphasizes the process through which children move toward physical, mental, social and emotional maturity, and the roles which their culture and natural learning environments play in their continuing development. The impact of cultural/ethnic variations upon the lives of children, families and society are explored. Individual differences in learning are discussed from within a culturally sensitive framework.
2755 8:00a-9:20a MW LS 106 Olsen R J
2756 8:00a-9:20a TTh LS 106 Manson L J
2757 8:00a-11:05a F LS 106 Santos S P
2758 9:30a-10:50a MW LS 106 Olsen R J
2759 9:30a-10:50a TTh LS 106 Manson L J
Above section 2759 is part of the Scholars Program and enrollment is limited to program participants. See Special Programs section of class schedule or www.smc.edu/scholars for additional information.
2760 11:15a-12:35p MW LS 106 Olsen R J
2761 12:45p-2:05p MW LV 5 Tannatt M G M
2762 12:45p-2:05p TTh LS 106 Matheson C C
2763 2:15p-3:35p MW LV 5 Tannatt M G M
2764 2:15p-3:35p TTh LS 119 Matheson C C
2765 2:15p-5:20p M LS 106 Parise W A
2766 2:15p-5:20p Th LS 106 Parise W A
2767 3:00p-6:05p W LV 12 Spain E A
2768 3:45p-5:05p TTh LS 119 Davison L L
NEW 4360 6:45p-9:50p TTh PE 29 Tannatt L
Above section 4360 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 25 to Dec 17.
4541 5:15p-6:35p MW LV 5 Tannatt M G M
4542 6:45p-9:50p T LV 5 Davison L L
4543 6:45p-9:50p W LV 12 Spain E A
4544 6:45p-9:50p Th LS 101 Davison L L
PSYCH 13, SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social & Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: Psychology 1.
This course is a study of the nature of social interaction and group processes that affect the motivations, attitudes, perceptions, and behaviors of individuals.
2769 9:30a-10:50a TTh LS 119 Goodfellow C A
2770 11:15a-12:35p MW LS 119 Goodfellow C A
4545 6:45p-9:50p W LS 119 Farwell L A
PSYCH 14, ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: Psychology 1.
This course provides an introduction to biological, environmental, social, and psychological determinants of psychopathology and behavioral deviation. Historical and current theories of abnormal mental or behavioral functioning, their implications for therapy, and community support systems are discussed.
2771 8:00a-11:05a F LS 101 Neswald D W
2772 11:15a-12:35p MW LS 101 Hart C B
4546 6:45p-9:50p Th LV 8 Hart C B
PSYCH 19, LIFESPAN HUMAN DEVELOPMENT 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Psychology 1.
This course traces physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development throughout the lifespan from conception through aging and dying. The impact on the individual of the family, the culture, and socio-economic factors will be a special emphasis. Theoretical understanding of lifespan issues will provide a foundation for exploration of their practical implications at each stage of development. This course is designed for the Registered Nursing Program and is not appropriate for Child Development and Elementary Education transfer students.
2773 11:30a-2:35p F LS 101 Feiger H T
NEW 2949 8:00a-11:05a F LV 5 Staff
NEW 4603 6:45p-9:50p T LV 12 Staff
NEW 4619 6:45p-9:50p W LA 121 Staff
PSYCH 25, HUMAN SEXUALITY 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 4 (Social and Behavioral Sciences) • Prerequisite: Psychology 1.
This study of sexual behavior begins with anatomy and physiology, reproduction, and other biological topics. Pre- and post-natal development, gender differentiation, and psychosexual development are discussed to provide the background for considering the diversity of adult sexuality. In regularly scheduled small group meetings, the student is given an opportunity to explore and compare his or her own psychological and behavioral dynamics with the different values, beliefs, and practices of other individuals and other cultures.
2774 8:00a-11:05a F LV 8 De Villers L C
4547 6:45p-9:50p M LV 5 Wilde W
PSYCH 88A, INDEPENDENT STUDIES IN PSYCHOLOGY 1 UNIT
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Psychology 1 and one other Psychology course.
Please see Independent Studies section.
2776 Arrange-3 Hours LS 131C Russell R L
PSYCH 88B, INDEPENDENT STUDIES IN PSYCHOLOGY 2 UNITS
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Psychology 1 and one other Psychology course.
Please see Independent Studies section.
2777 Arrange-6 Hours LS 131C Russell R L