PSY 231 - Human Sexuality

3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): BT 113 or WR 115 or designated placement.

Course Description: Introduces the student to the many physiological, psychological, sociological, and cultural influences on sexual behavior. The course provides the foundation in both scientific and pragmatic terms to further one’s understanding and acceptance of sexuality within the context and environment in which one lives. Emphasis is placed on knowledge, self-acceptance and tolerance of others’ sexual expression. There will also be a study of atypical sexual behavior, deviance, aggression and victimization.

Course Level: Lower Division Collegiate

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Define the problems and methodology of research in human sexuality.
CLO#2: Describe the role of gender in the human experience and the development of gender roles. (ILO: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Global Consciousness)
CLO#3: Explain the biological basis of sexual behavior, including human sexual anatomy and physiology, conception, contraception and birth control, sexually transmitted infections and sexual dysfunction.
CLO#4: Identify the psychological and cultural dimensions of human sexual behavior in relation to conception, contraception, sexually transmitted infections, and sexual dysfunction.
CLO#5: Discuss the roles of communication about sex and sexual decision-making in intimate relationships.
CLO#6: Define and describe atypical behavior, including sexual harassment, coercion and victimization.