Tarrant
County COURSE INFORMATION DOCUMENT
College

SPRING 2011

COURSE TITLE: Introduction to Psychology

COURSE NUMBER: PSYC-2301
SECTION NUMBER: 41321
INSTRUCTOR’S NAME: Donald Walker

OFFICE LOCATION: Campus SE Building and Room: ESED-2127A

TELEPHONE: 817-515-3405

E-MAIL: TCCD : donald.walker@tccd.edu

Campus Cruiser: donald.walker164207@my.tccd.edu

If you have any questions regarding this class, contact your instructor immediately. If you
cannot get through to your instructor, you may try the contacts listed below.

Department
Department Behavioral & Social Sciences If you should feel
Department Chair Ms. Sharon Wettengel threatened
Building & Room ESED 2127 or wish to report an
Phone (817) 515-3405 emergency, please
call the
Division TCCD Police
Division Humanities
Division Chair Mr. Josue Munoz
Dispatcher at
Building & Room Humanities Div, ESEE 2107A, 817-515-3013

OFFICE HOURS (Adjunct Office ESEE 2302A):

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

5:00PM-5:25PM 5:00PM-5:25PM
6:30PM-6:55PM 6:30PM-6:55PM

All other times are by appointment.

REQUIRED TEXT: See attached syllabus.

NOTE: The instructor reserves the right to change any information contained in this document, when
necessary, with adequate notice given to the student. The student is responsible for any
information missed due to absence.

DSS INFORMATION: Students requesting accommodations for disabilities must go through

Disability Support Services. For more information, please contact the coordinator
in Room ESED 2302A or call (817) 515-3593.
Required Text and Supplies:

Required Text: Wood, S., Wood, E., & Boyd, D. (2011). The World of Psychology, Seventh Edition.
Supplies: 1 Manila Folder, 5 SCANTRON 882-E Forms, 8 SCANTRON 815-E Forms

 Additional readings including but not limited to handouts and articles will be provided
throughout the semester

Goals and Objectives

 To learn the basic content of psychology including but not limited to theories, methods,
applications, statistical methods, and current issues;
 To demonstrate awareness of neurological aspects of the science of psychology;
 To analyze the roles of sensation and perception;
 To become familiar with consciousness and altered-state terms;
 To analyze factors involved in learning theories;
 To become familiar with memory, intelligence and language development theories;
 To recognize developmental theories and the areas associated with development
 To demonstrate an understanding of motivation and emotion theories;
 To obtain knowledge regarding personality theories, abnormal behaviors, and proper terms
given in current diagnostic and statistical manuals;
 To demonstrate an understanding of psychological treatments and mental wellness;
 To recognize the social implications of psychology;
 To become familiar with the various applications of psychology in the workplace.

Exams and Quizzes

Four exams will be administered this semester. Quizzes will be administered throughout the
semester. Exams and quizzes will be based on readings in The World of Psychology, lecture, Videos,
and handouts. THERE WILL BE NO MAKEUP EXAMS OR QUIZZES - UNLESS there is a legal or
serious medical reason (Documentation will be required to support your claim). Missing an
exam or quiz will put your final grade in jeopardy. You will be informed about exam and quiz dates at
least one class period prior to the dates administered. The lowest exam grade and lowest two quiz
grades may be dropped at the discretion of the instructor. Multiple choice exams will require students
to purchase SCANTRON form 882-E. Multiple choice quizzes will require students to purchase
SCANTRON FORM 815-E.

Projects and Assignments

Special projects and assignments will be assigned for grades and to broaden the scope of the
materials received in class and through readings in the text. They will also help facilitate the
assimilation of the material. Work will be due on the designated due dates during class. You will be
informed about projects and assignments at least one class period prior to the due date. You are
responsible for keeping up with the readings in the text outside of class (See Course Outline).

Classroom Activities

Classroom activities are designed to further enhance your learning experience. Activities may include
but not be limited to: readings, lectures, discussions, written assignments, group assignments, library
research, films, etc. Your Class participation grade will be partially determined by your completion of
classroom activities. You are responsible for keeping up with the readings in the text outside of class
(See Course Outline) and notes from classes.
Extra Credit

Extra credit opportunities will be announced throughout the semester.

Campus Cruiser

We will be utilizing Campus Cruiser to communicate. Communicate with me using your Campus
Cruiser Email Account. When sending an email, include your name and the course number and
section number in the Subject Tab. Check for announcements, assignments, updates, extra credit
opportunities, and any necessary adjustments to the course syllabus daily.

Classroom Conduct

 It is within the classroom that assignments are made and often completed, lectures and discussions are
conducted, quizzes are administered and exams are administered. Attend class regularly and be
punctual. If you have excessive absences (More than 3), you will put your final grade in jeopardy. If you
have a legitimate emergency (medical, work-related, etc.), you must provide documentation to support
your claim. I will then determine what action should be taken. You may receive extra credit for perfect
attendance (i.e. no absences, tardiness, or early departures prior to official dismissal for any reason
including the day of the Final Exam).
 Please do not bring children to campus.
 Turn off and put away communication/electronic devices including but not limited to cell phones, iPods,
portable gaming devices, etc. Speaking on cell phone, texting, and social networking are not
permitted during class. Laptops may be permitted for note taking purposes only or when
otherwise notified.
 Pay attention to lectures, videos, and activities. Speaking to others at inappropriate times, sleeping or
working on other assignments are not welcomed behavior. Any behavior deemed as disruptive can
result in permanent dismissal during class.
 Take notes during lecture, discussion, and other times as required.
 Respect the questions, beliefs, and opinions of others. Speaking to others at inappropriate times,
sleeping or working on other assignments are not welcomed behavior. Any behavior deemed as
disruptive can result in permanent dismissal during class.
 You are responsible for keeping up with the readings in the text outside of class (See Course Outline).
 Scholastic dishonesty is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
 Follow Tarrant County College Policies.

Refer to the Student Handbook for more information regarding TCCD conduct expectations at:
http://www.tccd.edu/Student_Services/Conduct_and_Appeals.html

Grading Criteria

Grading Scale (Percentages)

Score Weights As Percentages of Entire Grade

100% - 89.5% = A Exams 60%

89.4% - 79.5% = B Quizzes 15%
79.4% - 69.5% = C Projects 15%
69.4% - 59.5% = D Class Participation Assignments/Assignments 10%
59.4% – 0% = F
Course Outline
Week Numbers Required Reading and Class Lecture Class Activities, Quizzes
Meeting Dates Assignments, and and
Projects Exams
Week 1 Chapter 1 - Introduction to Psychology Intro; Syllabus; Common
1/18-1/20 Appendix A - Statistical Methods Sense Psychology
Week 2 Chapter 2 - Biology and Behavior Field Sobriety Test
1/25-1/27
Week 3 Chapter 3 - Sensation and Perception Eye and Ear Diagram Quiz 1
2/1-2/3
Week 4 Chapter 4 - States of Consciousness Drugs and Their Effects Quiz 2
2/8-2/10
Week 5 Chapter 5 - Learning Reinforcement Vs EXAM 1
2/15-2/17 Punishment
Week 6 Chapter 6 - Memory Eye Witness Testimony Quiz 3
2/22-2/24
Week 7 Chapter 7 - Cognition, Language, Intelligence Unusual Use Test Quiz 4
3/1-3/3
Week 8 Chapter 8 - Childhood Development Moral Dilemmas EXAM 2
3/8-3/10
3/15-3/17 Chapter 9 - Adolescence and Adulthood SPRING BREAK
NO CLASSES
Week 9 Chapter 9 - Adolescence and Adulthood Journal Project Due Quiz 5
3/22-3/24 3/24/2011
Week 10 Chapter 10 - Motivation and Emotion Motives for Everyday Life Quiz 6
3/29-3/31 Chapter 11 - Human Sexuality and Gender

Week 11 Chapter 12 - Health and Stress Health and Stress EXAM 3

4/5-4/7
Week 12 Chapter 13 - Personality Theory and Assessment 3 Faces of Psychology Quiz 7
4/12-4/14
Week 13 Chapter 14 - Psychological Disorders What is Abnormal? Quiz 8
4/19-4/21 Chapter 15 - Therapies
Week 14 Chapter 16 - Social Psychology Types of Psychotherapy
4/26-4/28 Social Psychology
Week 15 Appendix B - Psychology in the Workplace Wrap up
5/3-5/5
Week 16 Final Exam May 10, 2011 7:30 PM-9:20 PM EXAM 4
5/10-5/12 (FINAL
EXAM)

Significant Campus-wide Academic Dates

Full 16-Week Term

Description Date
Course Registration 11/15/2010 - 01/18/2011
Classes Begin 01/18/2011
Audit Registration 01/18/2011
Census Date 02/02/2011
Course Drop Deadline 04/16/2011
Final Exams and Class End 05/09/2011-05/12/2011
Grades Due 05/13/2011
Description Date
Course Registration 11/15/2010 - 01/18/2011
Classes Begin 01/18/2011

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Date

To Whom It May Concern:

I have read and understood the course syllabus for

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Department Course Number Section

I understand that all assignments and guidelines (as prescribed by the instructor via course syllabus) must be
satisfactorily attempted before completing the final examination for this course. I also understand that it is my
option (in fact, it is my obligation) to drop this course on or before the deadline for dropping a course (as
scheduled by this educational institution).

I understand that this is the first official assignment for this course.

Finally, I understand that the instructor will retain this assignment until the middle of next semester; this
protects the rights and obligations of the student and instructor if there is a question about the course
procedures after a final grade has been established.

_____________________________
Student’s Signature

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Student’s Printed Name

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Donald R. Walker, Jr.
Adjunct Instructor of Psychology

First Assignment XIII

 Memorandum

To: All Students in Mr. Walker’s Classes:

This will serve as an official notice that no Early Final Examinations will be administered; the Final
Examination will be administered on the day and date set by Tarrant County College which is on

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(Note: the day and time of the Final Examination for this course will be
announced during the first and second day of the semester).
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Please complete the following information and submit it with the first
assignment.

Description of the Course____________________________

Days and Time of the Course: ________________________
Date submitted: _________________________________
Student’s Signature: ________________________________
Student’s Printed Name:______________________________

Thanks,

Mr. Walker