PSYC 106 Psychology of Prejudice and Discrimination
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Psychology (PSYC) Courses
- PSYC 100 General Psychology
- PSYC 105 Experimental Psychology
- PSYC 106 Psychology of Prejudice and Discrimination
- PSYC 110 Courtship, Marriage and the Family
- PSYC 120 Introduction to Research Methods
- PSYC 121 Basic Statistical Concepts
- PSYC 200 Developmental Psychology
- PSYC 201 Child Development
- PSYC 220 Introduction to Psychobiology
- PSYC 225 Theories of Personality
- PSYC 230 Introduction to Cross-Cultural Psychology
- PSYC 300 Social Psychology
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- PSYC 310 Positive Psychology
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Minimum Grade for Prerequisites
Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.
Course Description
Exploration of the psychological underpinnings of prejudice and discrimination. Investigates fundamental aspects of the mind and society that can lead to prejudice, conditions that can trigger discrimination, and complex psychological patterns that develop among different majority and non-majority groups. Explores ethnic, racial, gender, and sexual prejudice and solutions for how to reduce prejudice among these groups and others.
Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
- Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
- Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 100 or ENGL 105.
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area E5b
Transfer Credit: CSU ( (CSU GE Area D or E1), UC (IGETC Area 4)
