CHFD220 - Human Sexuality

Course Details

Course Code: CHFD220 Course ID: 3739 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Undergraduate

This course is an overview of the biological, psychological, cultural, and behavioral aspects of human sexuality and family life. The overall theme of the course focuses on attitudes and responsible sexual behavior. Key topics include how culture, society, and history have impacted our understanding of human sexuality.

Course Schedule

Registration Dates Course Dates Start Month Session Weeks
01/30/2023 - 06/30/2023 07/03/2023 - 08/27/2023 July Summer 2023 Session B 8 Week session
02/27/2023 - 08/04/2023 08/07/2023 - 10/01/2023 August Summer 2023 Session I 8 Week session
03/27/2023 - 09/01/2023 09/04/2023 - 10/29/2023 September Summer 2023 Session D 8 Week session
04/24/2023 - 09/29/2023 10/02/2023 - 11/26/2023 October Fall 2023 Session B 8 Week session
05/29/2023 - 11/03/2023 11/06/2023 - 12/31/2023 November Fall 2023 Session I 8 Week session

Current Syllabi

After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:

  1. Examine the physiological, psychological, and social aspects of sexual development throughout the lifespan.
  2. Describe the process of human reproduction including the physiological and psychological aspects of sexual response.
  3. Explain the emotional and psychological aspects of sexuality.
  4. Summarize modern family planning options.
  5. Compare and contrast the broad range of sexual attitudes and preferences.
  6. Analyze cultural influences on sexual values and decision-making.
NameGrade %
Discussions 35.00%
W1: Autobiography Matrix - Your Own Sexuality Education 4.38%
W2: Debate on Comprehensive Sexuality Education 4.38%
W3: It's About That Time 4.38%
W4: Exploration of Sexual Response and Arousal 4.38%
W5: Talking About Sex Education 4.38%
W6: Contraception Communication 4.38%
W7: Gender and the Media 4.38%
W8: Ethics and Mortality in Human Sexuality 4.38%
Assignments 65.00%
Week 1: Human Sexuality Throughout History Time-line 13.00%
Week 2: Popular Culture's Perceptions of Sexuality and Aging 13.00%
Week 5:Effective Communication in Intimate Relationships 13.00%
Week 7: Sexual Tolerance 13.00%
Week 8: Issues of Sex and Gender 13.00%

Previous Syllabi

Not current for future courses.