General Information

• Name: Human Sexuality
• Discipline: Psychology (PSY)
• Units (Credits): 3
• Schedule History: See when this course was offered over the last three years.
• Transfer Information: Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
• Academic Division: Social Science, Education, Humanities & Public Service
• Prerequisites: None

Course Outline

I: Catalog Course Description

Covers major topics in human sexuality such as gender, sexual anatomy, sexually-transmitted diseases, sexual response and disorders, sexual orientation, sexual coercion, and commercial sex.

II: Course Objectives

The course objectives have been aligned with the recommended outcomes from the American Psychological Association and the WNC requirements for freshman level general education courses. The outcomes students are expected to attain are:

• Knowledge of the psychological theories and research for the major topics in human sexuality.
• Ability to differentiate variations in normal human sexuality from sexual disorders, including cultural influences.
• Familiarity with research methods and ethical considerations appropriate for the study of human sexuality.
• Ability to apply course materials to case studies and their own sexual development.

III: Course Linkage

Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

Human Sexuality can be used for all degrees and certificates of achievement offered at WNC. It is most strongly linked to missions for general education and the two primary transfer degrees, AA and AS. This course also helps students to transfer successfully to baccalaureate degree programs by meeting the AA and AS student learning outcomes.

General Education Program Outcomes Linkage

Students in human sexuality are expected to demonstrate they are making progress toward meeting five of the general education student learning outcomes. Students who complete this course are expected to demonstrate they:

• have college-level skills in reading and writing appropriate to their degree and/or emphasis.
• understanding of the methods of science and the role of science and techonology in the modern world.
• understand and apply social science principles, including an appreciation of participation in civic affairs.
• have problem-solving, creative, and critical thinking skills.
• Understand the importance of cultural traditions, diversity, and ethics in the modern world.