PSY 483 - Cyberpsychology

(3 units)

The course concerns the relationship between human behavior in the twenty-first century and current and emerging technologies. It examines the historical timeline of technological advances and innovation, and parallel changes in human behavior with an emphasis on the implications of advances in cyber-related technology on traditional domains of psychology (e.g. cognitive, social and clinical psychology).

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): PSY 101 and PSY 240.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Other

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. list and explain various ways technological advance impacts human behavior.
2. describe various problems of societal concern related to the internet and related technologies.
3. demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate opposing perspectives on concerning the impact of advancing technologies (esp. the internet) on behavior.

Click here for course scheduling information. | Check course textbook information