Chandler-Gilbert Community College Course Catalog and Student Handbook for the 2017-2018 year.
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Course Descriptions Chandler-Gilbert Community College Catalog and Student Handbook 2015-2016 For the most current information regarding course descriptions, log on to www.maricopa.edu/academic/ccta. 564 PSY267 / 3 CREDITS / 3 PERIODS INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY Overview of the practice of psychology in the law, by the law, and of the law. Focuses on the complementary functions and distinctions between psychology and the legal justice system. Topics include, but are not limited to, criminal investigations, risk and level of danger, competency, interrogations, confessions, assessment, eyewitness testimony, child custody, and domestic violence. Prerequisites: PSY101. PSY270 / 3 CREDITS / 3 PERIODS PERSONAL & SOCIAL ADJUSTMENT Surveys the basic mental health principles as they relate to coping with stress, interpersonal relationships, sex, marriage, and working. Emphasis on learning to become a more competent and effective person. Prerequisites: PSY101 with a grade of "C" or better or permission of the instructor. PSY290AB / 4 CREDITS / 6 PERIODS RESEARCH METHODS Planning, execution, analysis, and written reporting of psychological research. Surveys the literature, procedures, and instruments in representative areas of psychological research. Prerequisites: ENG101, ENG107 or equivalent. Prerequisites or Corequisites: PSY230 (or equivalent) with a grade of "C" or better, or permission of instructor. PSY290AC / 4 CREDITS / 5 PERIODS RESEARCH METHODS Planning, execution, analysis, and written reporting of psychological research. Surveys the literature, procedures, and instruments in representative areas of psychological research. Prerequisites: ENG101, ENG107 or equivalent. Prerequisites or Corequisites: PSY230 (or equivalent) with a grade of "C" or better, or permission of instructor. RDG - Reading RDG016 / 3 CREDITS / 3 PERIODS READING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE I Designed for students who are learning English as a second language. Skills needed to become proficient readers in English. Sound symbol relationships of the English alphabet. Essential vocabulary for daily communication both in isolation and context. Development of reading comprehension skills. Prerequisites: Appropriate ESL placement test score.