The following lists the Learning Outcomes defined for each course the Psychology discipline offers.

Psyc 100 – Introduction to Psychology

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the major theoretical perspectives of psychology and the findings from major psychological studies.
2. Demonstrate ability to communicate how psychology can be applied to different areas.

Psyc 105 – Marriage, Family, and Intimate Relationships

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the common elements of all families and the diversity of family life within the United
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the techniques of effective interpersonal communication and conflict resolution.

Psyc 110 – Developmental Psychology – Child Through Adult

1. Demonstrate knowledge of major theoretical perspectives and issues and the findings from major psychological studies in developmental psychology.
2. Demonstrate competence in communication skills (writing, oral and interpersonal) of concepts in developmental psychology.
3. Demonstrate ability to apply course concepts, theories and research findings to the student’s own lifespan development and to real-world problems.

Psyc 115 – The Psychology of Personal Growth and Development

1. Demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of psychological concepts related to personal growth, and how psychological principles apply to behavioral problems.
2. Demonstrate competence in communication skills (writing, oral and interpersonal), teamwork and effective self-reflection.
3. Demonstrate ability to apply course concepts, theories and research findings to the student’s own personal growth, as well as develop an awareness and sensitivity to diversity and the values that will contribute to positive outcomes in personal, work, and global settings.

Psyc 120 – Social Psychology

1. Demonstrate knowledge regarding the findings from major social psychological studies.
2. Describe how social perception and attribution influence social behavior.
3. Understand causes of prejudice and discrimination and how to decrease it. 

Psyc 125 – Human Sexuality

1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of structural and functional sexual anatomy, including an understanding of pregnancy and contraception, and sexually transmitted diseases and sexual dysfunction.
2. Students will understand theories of sexual attraction (including sexual orientation), love and intimacy, communication, and methods of experiencing sexual relationships.
3. Students will identify and describe the sociocultural aspects of sexuality including power and coercion, varieties of sexual expression, and the role of sexuality in society.

Psyc 130 – Psychology of Gender

1. Students will be able to compare and contrast the major theories of gender development.
2. Students will be able to describe the similarities and differences between men and women.
3. Students will be able to describe the impact of race, ethnicity, class, and sexual orientation on women’s development.

Psyc 205 – Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences

1. Give examples of the components of a Behavioral Sciences research study including such concepts as Research Hypothesis, Null Hypothesis, Independent Variable, Dependent Variable, Types of Data (nominal, ordinal, etc), and variations in Sampling and Experimental design
2. Apply data organization techniques and differentiate between and then calculate descriptive statistics including measures of central tendency, variability, correlation, and regression.
3. Differentiate between and calculate both parametric and nonparametric inferential statistics included Chi Square, t-test, and ANOVA and use established concepts of probability to determine statistical significance via critical value tables and computer applications.

Psyc 210 – Physiological Psychology

1. Give examples of how the biological concepts of cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, and evolution are involved in specific psychological processes.
2. Identify and describe the neuroanatomical, neurophysiological, and neurochemical functions of the Nervous System.
3. Describe the psychobiological properties of complex systems (for example: sensory systems, arousal states, learning and memory, and/or sexual behavior).

Psyc 211 – Introduction to Cognitive Psychology

1. Demonstrate knowledge of major theoretical perspectives and issues and the findings from major psychological studies in cognitive psychology.
2. Demonstrate competence in communication skills (writing, oral and interpersonal) of concepts in cognitive psychology.

Psyc 225 – Psychology of Abnormal Behavior

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the current diagnostic system used to classify mental disorders, and the major theories and research on the causes and treatment of mental disorders.
2. Demonstrate competence in communication skills (writing, oral and interpersonal)  in interpreting and forming conclusions about the diagnosis, explanation and treatment of mental disorders.
3. Demonstrate understanding of social, legal and ethical issues involved in the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders.

Psyc 230 – Research Methods in Psychology

1. Differentiate between the different research methods designs used by psychologists.
2. Understand the appropriate treatment of human and nonhuman participants in the design, data collection, interpretation, and reporting of psychological research according to the APA Code of Ethics.
3. Design, conduct, and present the results of psychological research in written form, adhering to APA editorial style.

Psyc 235 – Principles of Learning and Behavior Modification

1. Demonstrate knowledge regarding the findings from major psychological studies in learning and behavior.
2. Demonstrate competence in communication skills (writing, oral and interpersonal) of concepts in learning and behavior.