PSYCH 101
Orientation to the Psychology Major
Psychology
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Overview of curriculum and major requirements, faculty research programs and specialties, campus resources, and career possibilities.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
1
Fixed
1
Fixed
1
Fixed
0
Title
1. Familiarity with curriculum
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate familiarity with the undergraduate psychology curriculum and requirements of the psychology major in terms of the American Psychological Association standards and their implementation at BYU.
Measurement: In-class quizzes from assigned textbook reading; individual exams that apply the reading personally.
Title
2. Occupational and academic opportunities
Learning Outcome
Students will classify the major post-baccalaureate occupational and academic opportunities available to psychology majors.
Measurement: In-class quizzes from assigned textbook reading; individual exams that apply the reading personally. Design, production, and presentation of a poster that describes an opportunity of interest.
Title
3. Students develop a personal plan
Learning Outcome
Students will develop a personal plan for transitioning from student to career professional.
Measurement: Produce a personal plan in multiple drafts.
