PSYC 300QQ - The Psychology of Control

Institution:

Westminster College (Salt Lake City)

Subject:

Psychology

Description:

This course will provide an examination of the topic of control as studied by various psychologists. It is designed to increase students' level of knowledge of how psychologists define and study human perceptions and use of control through the reading and discussion of theoretical and research articles and books. This course is divided into three major sections: (1) Self-control; (2) Perceived Control of the Environment (Locus of Control, Illusion of Control, etc); (3) Control by the Environment (Persuasion, obedience, conformity, etc).

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.westminstercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 484-7651

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.