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Dec 14, 2024
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PSYC& 180 - Human Sexuality 5 Credits Covers biological, psychological and social determinants of human sexuality. Topics include cultural diversity, physical development, reproduction (pregnancy, contraception and abortion), sexually transmitted diseases, gender roles and development, relationships and sexual behaviors, sexual orientation, and sexual abuse and assault.
Pre-requisite(s) ENGL& 101 min 2.0 Placement Eligibility English 101 Course Note Previously BEHAV 100. Fees
Quarters Typically Offered
Fall Day Winter Day Spring Day
Designed to Serve All students. Active Date 2016-06-06
Grading System Decimal Grade Class Limit 38 Contact Hours: Lecture 55 Lab 0 Worksite 0 Clinical 0 Other 0 Total Contact Hours 55 Degree Distributions: AA - Diversity & Globalism
- Social Science Area II
Course Outline 1. Introduction to, and history of, human sexuality across time and cultures
2. Legal, political, and religious issues surrounding women, sexual minorities, & other sexually disenfranchised groups.
3. Theories and research methods in human sexuality
4. Male & female sexual anatomy and physiology
5. Intersexuality, including political, social, cultural & personal implications
6. Sexual arousal and response
7. Gender identity and gender roles including political, social & personal implications of transgender individuals
8. Attraction and love, including cross-cultural findings
9. Relationships, intimacy, and communication
10. Sexual techniques and behavior patterns
11. Pregnancy and childbirth
12. Contraception and abortion, including religious & cultural beliefs & practices
13. Sexuality through the life cycle
14. Sexual dysfunction and sex therapy
15. Sexually transmitted infections
16. Variations in sexuality
17. Sexual coercion
18. Sexual orientation, including stereotyping, prejudice & discrimination
Student Learning Outcomes Describe key concepts, principles & overarching themes about sex and sexuality.
Use scientific reasoning to interpret research in sexuality.
Explain the power of contexts in shaping conclusions about sexuality.
Identify and evaluate the source, context, and credibility of sexuality information.
Summarize factors that can influence pursuit of a sexually healthy lifestyle.
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