PSYC 24
Introduction to Psychobiology
Course Description
This course explores the biological processes that underlie our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, with an emphasis on the genetic, neural, and chemical influences on such human concerns as addiction, emotional dysregulation, sleep, stress, neurological disorders, and sexual behavior. Some knowledge of biology is helpful.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49224 | PSYC 24 | 50Z | ······· | TBA-TBA | Shannon Hassett | ONLINE |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2025-04-07 to 2025-06-27.
Footnote:
PSYC-024.-50Z-: This is an online class that does not have scheduled meetings. Students can log in anytime to do the required weekly course work. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. 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. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. 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
| Textbook/Material | Type | Required | Purchase | Rent | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New | Used | New | Used | |||
| Discovering Behavioral Neuroscience (3rd Edition) Freberg © 2016 ISBN: 9781305088702 | Textbook | Choice | $209.00 | $156.75 | $87.78 | |
| Discovering Behavioral Neuroscience: An Introduction to Biological Psychology (3rd Edition) Frebergfreberg ISBN: 9798214341729 | E-Book | Choice | $88.99 | |||
| Discovering Behavioral Neuroscience: An Introduction to Biological Psychology (3rd Edition) Frebergfreberg ISBN: 9798214341729 | E-Book (180 days) | Choice | $50.99 | |||
| Discovering Behavioral Neuroscience: An Introduction to Biological Psychology (3rd Edition) Frebergfreberg ISBN: 9798214341729 | E-Book (365 days) | Choice | $69.99 | |||
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Course Details
- Units
- 4 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
General Course Statement
- General Statement
- See general education pages for the requirements this course meets.
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- EWRT 1A or EWRT 1AH or ESL 5.
- Prerequisite
- PSYC 1.