Delivery/Location: Correspondence
Prerequisite
PSY 100 (General Psychology).
Description
Environmental psychology is the study of the interrelationships of human behavior and the natural and developed environment. The course addresses the theories of environment-behavior relationships including the topics of environmental perception, assessment, and cognition. Application of these concepts occurs by exploring current environmental issues such as environmental hazards, pollution, crowding, the design of cities, and educational and recreational settings.
The course structure allows each student to apply the theories and concepts of environmental psychology to their particular setting , i.e. school, home, work, etc.
Two proctored exams are required.
Textbooks and Materials
Unless otherwise indicated, textbooks and materials are required and can be purchased at the CSU Bookstore.
- Environmental Psychology, 5th Ed. (2001)
P. Bell - PSY 316 Course Syllabus, 5th Ed. (2001)
Banning
Instructors
Dr. James Banning
(970) 491-7153
James.Banning@colostate.edu
James Banning, Ph.D., is a professor of education and psychology at Colorado State University. Because of his experience as a professor, psychotherapist, and university administrator, Dr. Banning has developed an interest in the impact of the environment on human behavior. His latest research explores how physical features (architecture, signs, etc.) of the environment communicate to its inhabitants.
1 Section Available
- Section 840 (Correspondence)
- Date: Open Entry (6 mos.)
- Instructors: Dr. James Banning
- Grading:Traditional
- Tuition: $747
- Registration ends Tuesday, Oct 14, 2008
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For More Information
Michele Sterling(970) 491-2520
msterling@learn.colostate.edu