Spring 2016 - HSCI 120 E100

Introduction to Human Sexuality and Sexual Behavior (3)

Class Number: 7188

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 5 – Apr 11, 2016: Thu, 4:30–7:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 21, 2016
    Thu, 7:00–10:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Introductory information about human sexuality across a broad spectrum of topic areas. Sexual function is a fundamental part of a full and healthy life, but misinformation, concerns, problems, and dysfunctions are prevalent. An evidence-based introduction to human sexual function and dysfunction, and normal psychosexual development across a range of sexual behaviors. A perspective on the effects of socialization on sexual attitudes and behavior. Breadth-Social Sciences.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course will provide an introduction and overview of human sexuality and sexual behaviour across a broad spectrum of topic areas. Students will engage with various disciplines such as biology, public health, psychology and sociology to critically examine sexual health as both an individual and population-level health process and outcome. 

History of sexology, sexual health research methodologies, anatomy & physiology, gender and sexual orientation, fertility, contraception, conception and the life-course, sexual dysfunction, sexual variations, sexual behaviours and relationships, and critical discussions of sex in culture and media will be discussed.

The aim of this course is to critically discuss and learn about how sex and sexuality both influences and is produced by individual behaviour, identity and health as well as social and interpersonal relations and issues. Therefore, the Faculty of Health Sciences core competencies that it addresses are Core Concepts in Population and Public Health [Primary], Strategies for Preventing Disease and Promoting Health [Primary], Systems and Critical Thinking [Reinforcing], and Infectious Disease Mechanisms [Primary].

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

At the end of this course, students are expected to be able to: 1) To correctly and accurately describe how changes in the field of human sexuality have impacted perspectives, attitudes and knowledge of sexuality, sex and gender over time and across contexts. [Participation; Assignments; Examinations and midterms] 2) Correctly identify and describe sexual anatomy, physiology, conception, prevention of pregnancy and the transmission of sexually transmitted infections, significance of gender identity constructs, sexual disturbances and treatment, sexual behaviours and describe issues related to maintaining sexual well-being. [Assignments; Examinations and midterms] 3) Critically discuss and evaluate sexual health related issues as they appear in research and the media and develop independent and informed perspectives on such issues based largely on evidence and established knowledge. [Assignments; Participation]

Grading

  • Midterm 25%
  • Final Exam 40%
  • Participation 15%
  • Assignment 1 10%
  • Assignment 2 10%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Human Sexuality: A Contemporary Introduction (2014). Edited by Caroline F Pukall. Oxford University Press

[July 8, 2015 -- Note updated ISBN number.]
ISBN: 978-0199019496

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://students.sfu.ca/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

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