PSY 180 - Psych of Human-Animal Rela

Institution:

Niagara County Community College

Subject:

PSY - Psychology

Description:

This course will explore the interdisciplinary field of Anthrozoology, which is the study of the ways in which human and non-human animals relate to each other and impact each other¿s lives. This course will survey a number of Anthrozoological issues from predominantly a psychological frame of reference. The material has great relevance not only within Psychology, but also within disciplines such as Animal Management, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Human Services, Sociology, and so on. Primary topics include pet-keeping, developmental and health benefits of pets, Animal-Assisted Therapy, animal abuse and violence toward humans, cognitive ethology, animal rights, and animal welfare (Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters). Prerequisites: AAC 042 and ENG 099. Meets SUNY General Education requirement for Social Sciences (SS)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.niagaracc.suny.edu

Phone Number:

(716) 614-6222

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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