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Social and Behavioral Sciences
SB 110 Introduction to Anthropology
3 credits (AS)
This introductory course undertakes a cross-cultural survey of
basic principles and concepts in anthropology.
Anthropological fieldwork techniques, culture and
communications, the organization of society, family structure,
and religious beliefs are among the topics presented. (Offered
annually)
SB 120 Introduction to Psychology
3 credits (AS)
The focus of this course is on the scientific study of human
behavior and mental processes, and how they are affected by
environment, experience and physiology. Students are
introduced to a variety of psychological terms, concepts and
approaches. (Offered fall and spring terms)
SB 121 Child Psychology
3 credits (AS)
The focus of this course is on human development from
conception through the middle years of childhood. The
developmental aspects of the child’s physical, emotional,
social, personality, language and cognitive growth are
presented. The impact of family, peers, and other
environmental influences on the child are also investigated.
Prerequisite: SB 120 Introduction to Psychology
SB 122 Adolescent Psychology
3 credits (AS)
This course focuses on the characteristics, needs and
problems of adolescence. Biological, cognitive, societal,
familial and peer influences on behavior are among the topics
covered. Prerequisite: SB 120 Introduction to Psychology
SB 123 Adult Psychology
3 credits (AS)
The developmental process of aging, including family
adjustment, marriage, single adults, biological changes,
intellectual development, retirement, senescence and death
are addressed in this course. The focus is on the biophysiological
and psychosocial forces that affect adult
development. Prerequisite: SB 120 Introduction to Psychology
perspective of the minority peoples themselves.
Contemporary multicultural issues are also examined within
the context of their historical framework. (Offered fall and
spring terms)
SB 204 Positive Psychology
3 credits (AS)
This course provides an in-depth overview of positive
psychology. Human resiliency, coping, strengths, resources
and wellness are all central to the field of positive psychology,
an area of scientific study dedicated to maximizing human
potential and well-being. Students are engaged in
understanding the conceptual, empirical, and practical aspects
of this field of study and its growing contributions to the
general field of psychology. (Offered every other year)
Prerequisite: SB 120 Introduction to Psychology.
SB 206 History & Sociology of the American Family 3
credits (AS)
This is a social history course, which uses sociological
concepts to examine historical changes in the functions of
American families and the lives of family members. Inquiries
will address questions about rapid social change as it relates
to (1) changes in the structures and functions of American
families, (2) changes in the roles assumed by and roleconflicts
experienced by children and adult family members,
and (3) changes in the life cycles of family members. Students
will examine the impact of major societal transformations—
from hunting and gathering to sedentary agrarian to urban
industrial/technological—upon family functions and upon
the social experiences and development of children,
adolescent and adult family members. (Offered on a rotating
basis) Prerequisite: EN 101 or permission of the instructor
SB 221 Psychology of Women
3 credits (AS)
This course focuses on many topics important to women that
are omitted or abbreviated in traditional psychology courses.
These topics include the development of sex-typing, women
and work, women’s health issues, pregnancy, and
motherhood. The course attempts to discriminate between
constitutional and environmentally produced differences
between the sexes in order to better understand behavior and
personality. Prerequisite: SB 120 Introduction to Psychology
SB 130 Introduction to Sociology
3 credits (AS)
The course provides an overview of the study of society
through an exploration of social structure and social change.
Topics include culture, family, religion, deviance, race and
ethnicity, gender inequality, sexuality, social stratification, as
well as contemporary issues. (Offered fall and spring terms)
SB 201 Multicultural Contributions to American Society
3 credits (AS)
The purpose of this course is to foster a better understanding
of the rich diversity of cultural experiences that constitute
American society. Using an interdisciplinary approach,
various aspects of American history are examined from the
SB 225 Lifespan Developmental Psychology
3 credits (AS)
This course reviews development through the entire lifespan.
Each developmental stage - from fetal growth, infancy,
toddlerhood, childhood, adolescence, young adulthood,
middle age, and maturity – will be discussed in terms of
cognitive, social, emotional, and physical changes. Theoretical
approaches to psychological development are also presented.
Prerequisite: SB 120 Introduction to Psychology
SB 231 Social Problems
3 credits (AS)
Contemporary social problems are explored through
theoretical concepts of social disorganization, deviance and
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