PSY 403 History and Systems of Psychology

This course will examine the progression of ideas that led to the beginnings of psychology from its roots in philosophy and physiology. These foundations from Ancient Greece through the Renaissance to the 1800s, which formed the basis for modern psychology, will be examined. These topics will be followed by contemporary models including behaviorism, Gestalt, cognitive theories, humanistic and psychodynamic theories, as well as biological psychology, including genetics. Counts in the Behavioral Sciences Area of General Education requirements. Pre-requisite(s): Junior standing. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours

Credits

5

Distribution

Behavioral Science