Department(s)
Course Description
(3-3-0) This course is taken for academic credit. Students will earn an A, B, C, D, F, or W. This course will provide an overview of the broad field of human sexuality. Topics will be covered from various perspectives - biological, sociological, anthropological, etc., but will focus primarily on the psychological perspective. The goal is for each student to learn factual, scientifically based information that will provoke thought and contribute to his/her own decision-making on sexual issues outside of the classroom. PSYC 2306 is a directed elective course in the Psychology Field of Study Curriculum reported as accepted by several Texas general academic institutions. Please see advisor for more information. (Cross-listed as SOCI 2306)
Academic Level
Undergraduate Credit
CIP Code
42.0101 - Psychology, General
Course Type (Attributes)
General Academic (ACGM) (ACGM)
Locations
Athens (01), Palestine Satellite (02), Terrell Satellite (03), Online (06), Dual Credit - High School (09), Kaufman Workforce (04)
This is a Coursedog only field and is not integrated with the SIS.
Objective
Identify common myths of human sexual functioning.
Objective
Identify human sexual behaviors and sexual responses.
Objective
Explain the relationship between sexuality and developmental changes throughout the lifespan.
Objective
Describe the causes, symptoms, and treatments for sexually transmitted infections and the behaviors that increase and decrease the risk of contracting and STI.
Objective
Describe the principles of effective communication and the specific barriers to effective communication about sex and sexuality.
Objective
Use an academic sexual vocabulary.
Objective
Discuss cultural differences in sexual attitudes and behaviors.
Objective
Identify the occurrence and causes of sexual variations.
Objective
Identify contraceptive methods and how these methods prevent conception.