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Introduction to Psychopharmacology (HUSC 141)

Credit Course

3 credits

$124 per credit

in-county, fees apply

Online

Provides an overview of the physiological and psychological effects of psychoactive drugs, such as alcohol and other depressants, opioids, stimulants, and psychedelics. This course will examine routes of administration, neurochemistry, metabolism, dependence, and drug elimination for each of the major categories of substances. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

Prerequisite(s): ESOL 052 and ESOL 054 or ACLT 052 or ACLT 053.

Sections

Spring 2026 ( Sections)

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      6:00 - 7:25 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      R
      Location: Online
    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/23/2026 - 05/17/2026
    • Instructor: Tahna Purnell
    • Course ID: #25619

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the Late Start ten week session. This course uses a FREE textbook

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 03/16/2026 - 05/10/2026
    • Course ID: #25986

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the second seven week session. This course uses a FREE textbook

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online
    • Time:
      6:00 - 7:20 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      R
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 02/23/2026 - 05/17/2026
    • Instructor: Tahna Purnell
    • Course ID: #27483

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: This section is reserved for B-Days.