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Introduction to Psychology

PSYCH 1100: Introduction to Psychology

A prerequisite to advanced courses; a broad survey of psychological science. Application of the scientific method to the empirical study of behavior with emphasis on individual and cultural differences.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 1100H. This course is available for EM credit. GE soc sci indivs and groups and diversity soc div in the US course. GE foundation social and behavioral sci course.
Credit Hours
3

Sample Topics:

  • Research Methods
  • Biology of Behavior
  • Sensation
  • Consciousness
  • Memory
  • Cognition
  • Perception
  • Intelligence
  • Learning
  • lifespan Development
  • Language
  • Social
  • Personality
  • Emotion
  • Multicultural
  • Gender
  • Motivation
  • Abnormal
  • Health
  • Therapies 

To find course availability and times, please visit the Ohio State Course Catalog and Master Schedule.