Psychology
12 courses · Merced College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
PSYC-C1000 Introduction to Psychology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL-C1000 (Formerly ENGL-01A)
- Formerly
- PSYC-01A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PSY 110
This course is an introduction to psychology, which is the study of the mind and behavior. Students focus on theories and concepts of biological, cognitive, developmental, environmental, social, and cultural influences; their applications; and their research foundations. (11/24)
PSYC-01B Introduction to Psychological Research Methods
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- PSYC-C1000 (formerly PSYC-01A) or PSYC-C1000H (formerly PSYC-01AH); STAT-C1000 (formerly MATH-10) Introduction to Statistics or PSYC-05
- Advisory
- ENGL-C1000 (Formerly ENGL-01A)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PSY 200
This course reviews psychological methods of research. Attention will be focused on foundations of experimental design, procedures and methodology for collecting research data, and techniques used to analyze, report, and present findings in APA format. Research design will also be examined through a review of past psychological research and various branches of modern Psychology. (04/19)
PSYC-05 Introduction to Statistics in Psychology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of intermediate algebra
- Advisory
- ENGL-C1000 (Formerly ENGL-01A)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- SOCI 125, MATH 110
The theory of parametric and nonparametric statistical methods and their application to psychological data. Topics include: descriptive statistics, probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference and power, linear correlation and regression, chi-square; t-tests; and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA). Application of both hand-computation and statistical software printouts to data in a psychology context, including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. (02/21)
PSYC-09 Human Development (Also: Cldv-09)
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL-C1000 (Formerly ENGL-01A)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PSY 180
This course is an introduction to the scientific study of human development from conception through death. It examines the interplay of biological, psychological, social, and cultural forces on the developing human being. (04/19)
PSYC-15 Biological Psychology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- PSYC-C1000 (formerly PSYC-01A) or PSYC-C1000H (formerly PSYC-01AH)
- Advisory
- ENGL-C1000 (Formerly ENGL-01A)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PSY 150
An introduction to the scientific study of the biological bases for human thought and behavior. Topics include basic neuroanatomy and neurophysiology, research methods in biological psychology, the autonomic and peripheral nervous system; and the physiological mechanisms underlying sensation, perception, consciousness, motivation, emotion, learning, memory, and psychological disorders. (04/19)
PSYC-22 Human Sexuality
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL-C1000 (Formerly ENGL-01A)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PSY 130
This course explores the psychology of human sexuality. Human sexuality is examined from psychological, biological, sociocultural, and historical perspectives. Scientific research is presented concerning all aspects of human sexuality in contemporary society. Specific topics include sexual anatomy and physiology, gender, sexual orientations, contraception, sexually transmitted infections, sexual dysfunction, and sex for sale. (11/25)
PSYC-23 Personal and Social Adjustment
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PSY 115
This course examines personality factors as they relate to the problems of growth and adjustment. Concepts covered in the course are personality development, the psychological bases of behavior, mental health, and interpersonal relations. Stress is placed on the importance of applying therapeutic principles and techniques in everyday life. (03/20)
PSYC-25 Introduction to Abnormal Psychology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL-C1000 (Formerly ENGL-01A)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- PSY 120
This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of abnormal behavior as delineated in the “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.” Topics include classifications, clinical pictures, casual factors, treatment, and outcomes of maladaptive behavior. Special emphasis will be placed on assessment, therapy, and prevention of maladaptive behavior. (04/19)
PSYC-36 Developmental Psychology: Adolescence
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL-C1000 (Formerly ENGL-01A)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is a study of human development during adolescence. The focus is on major theories and psychological research relating to the physical, cognitive, and psychological research relating to the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of development during adolescence, with an emphasis on the influence of culture. (06/25)
PSYC-37 Sport Psychology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL-C1000 (Formerly ENGL-01A)
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course will examine the Psychological Dimensions of Sport and Exercise Performance. Topics will include motivation, personality, emotions and mood as they relate to individual and group sports. Social psychology of sport and cognitive and behavioral interventions will also be discussed. Relevant and current literature in the field will be used to support concepts. (12/16)
PSYC-40 Drugs and Behavior
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL-C1000 (Formerly ENGL-01A)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course will examine psychoactive drugs and their mode of action on the central nervous system and on behavior. Motivational aspects of drug use and abuse and the psychological treatment of substance-use disorders will be evaluated. (11/14)
PSYC-95S Statistics Support
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Corequisite
- PSYC-05
- Advisory
- ENGL-C1000 (Formerly ENGL-01A)
A review of the core prerequisite skills, competencies, and concepts needed in statistics. Topics include concepts from prealgebra, elementary and intermediate algebra, and the developmental skills needed for statistical analysis. Intended for students who are concurrently enrolled in Introduction to Statistics in Psychology. (03/19)