BMG5015 INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN PSYCHOLOGY L T P J C

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Pre-requisite Nil Syllabus version
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Course Objectives (CoB):
1. To introduce the students to the subject of psychology, nature, scope and schools of
psychology.
2. To familiarize the methods used in psychology and to facilitate their knowledge about causes of
behavior.
3. To provide the knowledge of basic concepts in psychology

Expected Course Outcome (CO):

1. Use scientific reasoning to interpret psychological phenomena
2. Engage in innovative and integrative thinking and problem solving
3. Interpret, design, and conduct basic psychological research
4. Student will be able to work effectively in teams
5. Communicate better and understand the diversity of human behaviour.
6. To have a more open sense of mind towards the people suffering from various psychological
issues and disorder in the society and be a good citizen

Student Learning Outcomes (SLO): 2,15,20

2. Having a clear understanding of the subject related concepts and of contemporary issues
15. Having an ability to use the social media effectively for productive use
20. Having a good digital footprint
Module:1 Introduction and Methods 6 hours
Science of Psychology, Behaviorism, Humanism, Sensation and perception, Emotion, Cognitive
abilities and Intelligence.

Module:2 Physiological Psychology 6 hours

Relationship between behavior and physiological processes, Neurophysiological processes, Study
of human behavior.

Module:3 Therapeutic Approaches 6 hours

Psychodynamic therapies, Indigenous therapies, Bio-feedback therapy, Fostering mental health.

Module:4 Counselling Psychology 6 hours

Basic Counseling skills, Counselor self-care, Integrative therapies Common Factors, Positive
Psychology, Family Systems therapy, Behavior therapies, Client centered therapy, Cognitive
therapies.

Module:5 Rehabilitation Psychology 7 hours

Primary, secondary and tertiary prevention programmes - role of psychologists, Organizing of
services for rehabilitation of physically, mentally and socially challenged persons including old
persons, Rehabilitation of persons suffering from substance abuse, juvenile delinquency, criminal
behavior, Rehabilitation of victims of violence, Rehabilitation of HIV/AIDS victims.
Module:6 Social Psychology 6 hours
Issues of discrimination, Management of diversity, Glass ceiling effect, Self-fulfilling prophesy,
Arousing community consciousness and action for handling social problems, Group decision
making and leadership for social change, Effective strategies for social change, Women and
Indian society.

Module:7 Applications-I 6 hours

Distance learning through IT and mass media, Entrepreneurship through e-commerce;
Psychological consequences of recent developments in Information Technology, Achievement
motivation and economic development. Applications- II: Motivating and training people for
entrepreneurship and economic development, Consumer rights and consumer awareness,
Population psychology.

Module:8 Contemporary issues: 2 hours

Industry Expert Lecture

Total Lecture hours: 45 hours

Text Book(s)
1. Clifford T. Morgan, Richard A. King, John R. Weisz, John Schopler- Introduction to
Psychology, 7th Edition, 2010 ,Tata Mcgraw Hill Edition-.

Reference Books
1. Edward E. Smith, Susan Nolen, Hoeksema, Barba Fredickson, Geoffer R Lottus Introduction
to Psychology, 14th Edition , 2011, Atkinson and Hilgar’s-
Shelley E. Taylor, Letitia Anne Peplan, David O. Sears, Social Psychology-12th Edition
2.
2011, Pearsons Eduction,.
Mode of Evaluation: CAT / Assignment / Quiz / FAT / Project / Seminar
Recommended by Board of Studies 03-08-2017
Approved by Academic Council No. 46 Date 24-08-2017