Details of HU4201 (Spring 2018)

Level: 4 Type: Theory Credits: 4.0

Course CodeCourse NameInstructor(s)
HU4201 Introduction to Psychology _ Not Yet Decided _

Syllabus

  • Module 1: Foundations of Psychology

      1
    1. An Introduction to Psychology
    2. Methods of Psychology
    3. Individual Differences

  • Module 2: Basic Psychological Processes

      4
    1. Learning
    2. Sensory Processes: Attention and Perception
    3. Memory
    4. Thinking and Problem Solving
    5. Motivation and Emotion

  • Module 3: Human Development

      9
    1. Nature and Determinants of Development
    2. Childhood
    3. Adolescence and Its Challenges
    4. Adulthood and Ageing

  • Module 4: Social Psychological Processes

      13
    1. Group and Leadership
    2. Communication
    3. Attitudes, Beliefs and Social Cognition
    4. Social and Educational Problem

    17
  • Happiness and Well-being
  • Mental Disorders and Their Treatment
  • Mental Health and Hygiene

  • Module 6: Work Life and Environmental Concerns

      20
    1. Aptitude, Interest and Job Requirements
    2. Preparation for the Vocational Role
    3. The World of Organizations
    4. Environmental Stress

  • Module 7: Yoga: A Way of Life

      24
    1. Healthy Mind in Healthy Body
    2. Soul-Development and Yoga
    3. Nurturing the Whole being: An Indian Perspective
    4. Controlling and Disciplining the Mind


References

Course Credit Options

Sl. No.ProgrammeSemester NoCourse Choice
1 IP 2 Not Allowed
2 IP 4 Not Allowed
3 IP 6 Not Allowed
4 MR 2 Not Allowed
5 MR 4 Not Allowed
6 MS 8 Elective
7 RS 1 Elective
8 RS 2 Elective