Class Details

PSYC 1000
Introduction to Psychology

Course Description

Part 1: 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.

Class Details

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Footnote:
PSYC D001A.02Y: This class is part of the Umoja Learning Community, designed to help first year students succeed through community-building, linked classes and African Diaspora focused curriculum. This is a HYBRID class that has both online and ON CAMPUS attendance requirements. Concurrent enrollment in LART 250.1UM (27300), COUN 005.1UM (27196), and ENGL D001A.1UM (28882) is required. For more information, contact Maurice Canyon at email: canyonmaurice@fhda.edu. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.

Class Materials

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Course Details

Units

4 Units

Hours

• Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
• Weekly Lab Hours: 0

Formerly

(Formerly PSYC D001.)

Program Status

Program Applicable

Credit

Credit - Degree Applicable

Grading Method

Pass/Fail Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory

ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.