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 Department:    PSYC

 Course #:    225

 Credits:    5

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    5

 CIP:    420701

 EPC:    n/a

 REV:    2018

 Course Description  

A study of the theoretical approaches to understanding personality with research presented for evaluating various theories. Exposure to personality assessment techniques and their use.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: grade of C or better in PSYC& 100.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 55

Lab: 0

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Academic Elective  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

1. Describe the major personality theories
2. Describe various techniques of psychological assessment
3. Discuss the important aspects of a number of problems in personality
4. Evaluate using critical thinking skills that research on personality
5. Appreciate the diverse perspectives on personality and the wide range of ""normal"" personalities

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

1. HIstory of personality study
2. Trait and type theories
3. Psychoanalytic theory
4. Social learning theories
5. Cognitive theories
6. Humanistic theories
7. Objective personality tests
8. Subjective personality tests
9. Research on personality theories
10. Various special topics such as depression, anxiety, sex roles, etc.