Course Descriptions

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Psychology (PSY)

PSY-251 Social Psychology

3 credits—Provides an introduction to the study of the interrelationship between the individual and social behavior with emphasis in the areas of social cognition, attribution, attitudes, group behavior, prejudice and discrimination, and interpersonal relationships. Basic psychological and sociological perspectives and research findings will be reviewed to better understand individual and social behavior.

Lecture Hours: 48

Prerequisite(s): PSY-111 and SOC-110. Or instructor approval.

Course Type: General Education / Transfer

2023–2024 Course Cost: $652.50

2024–2025 Course Cost: $675.00

Course Cost Calculation

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Contact Information

Registrar's Office

Hawkeye Center 114
319-296-2460
Email the Registrar's Office

800-670-4743
319-296-1609 (fax)

Regular Hours — Spring 2024

January 3 – May 10, 2024
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm

If campus is closed, the Registrar's Office is also closed. This includes weather-related closings. See the Academic Calendar for scheduled college closings.

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