Christina Ahles

Residential Faculty - Psychology

Psychological Science

Office: BP 43A - Room: 18

480-461-7037

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM12:00 PM - 1:00 PM9:00 AM - 10:00 AM12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 
    By appointment

If the above office hours do not fit your schedule, please email me at christina.ahles@mesacc.edu to request an alternative meeting time.

Classes Taught

Spring 2023

PSY101 Introduction to Psychology 3 Credits

Overview of the study and methods of psychological science. Includes an introduction to subfields such as biopsychology, learning, memory, development, social, and psychological disorders.

Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
29268
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/18/2023 - 05/12/2023
MoWe
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Closed

PSY132 Psychology and Culture 3 Credits

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
29322
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023
TuTh
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Class Started

Notes: Honors Program Only

29289
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/18/2023 - 05/12/2023
MoWe
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Class Started

PSY230 Introduction to Statistics 3 Credits

An introduction to basic concepts in descriptive and inferential statistics, with emphasis upon application to psychology. Consideration given to the methods of data collection, sampling techniques, graphing of data, and the statistical evaluation of data collected through experimentation. Required of psychology majors.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (PSY101 and eligibility for MAT14+ or higher as indicated by appropriate district mathematics placement) or permission of Instructor.

Course Notes: Students must take PSY231 (statistics lab) from the same instructor.

General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
29292
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023
TuTh
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Closed

Notes: Concurrent enrollment required in PSY230 29292 and PSY231 30206 or PSY231 29296.

PSY231 Laboratory for Statistics 1 Credits

Applications of inferential and descriptive statistics to statistical software in the field of psychology.

Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: PSY230.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
30206

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lab
01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023

Closed

Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 30206 Students may contact instructor at: christina.ahles@mesacc.edu

Concurrent enrollment required in PSY230 29292 and PSY231 30206 or PSY231 29296.

PSY250 Social Psychology 3 Credits

The scientific study of how people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by other people and situations. Includes how we think about ourselves and others, persuasion and influence, sexual and romantic attraction, friendship and helping others, aggression and prejudice.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101 or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
29321

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/17/2023 - 05/12/2023

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 29321 Students may contact instructor at: christina.ahles@mesacc.edu

Spring Flex Start 2023

PSY102 Introduction to Psychology Lab 1 Credits

Optional laboratory designed to accompany PSY101. Application of psychological principles in areas such as learning, memory, emotion, motivation, cognition, language, development, personality, and intelligence.

Prerequisites or Corequisites: PSY101 or permission of instructor.

Course Notes: Recommended for PSY101 students. Attend orientation first two weeks of class. Orientation schedule will be posted beside room AD 2 prior to beginning of classes.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
29327
Dobson Campus

Online Course

Independent Study
Lab
01/30/2023 - 05/12/2023

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 29327 Students may contact instructor at: christina.ahles@mesacc.edu

29330
Dobson Campus

Online Course

Independent Study
Lab
03/06/2023 - 05/12/2023

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 29330 Students may contact instructor at: christina.ahles@mesacc.edu

PSY132 Psychology and Culture 3 Credits

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
29740

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
03/20/2023 - 05/12/2023

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 29740 Students may contact instructor at: christina.ahles@mesacc.edu

Summer 2023

PSY101 Introduction to Psychology 3 Credits

Overview of the study and methods of psychological science. Includes an introduction to subfields such as biopsychology, learning, memory, development, social, and psychological disorders.

Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Honors students enrolled in PSY101 must enroll in PSY102.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16105

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
05/30/2023 - 06/29/2023

Open

1 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 16105 Students may contact instructor at: christina.ahles@mesacc.edu

16106

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
05/30/2023 - 06/29/2023

Open

25 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 16106 Students may contact instructor at: christina.ahles@mesacc.edu

PSY132 Psychology and Culture 3 Credits

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17165
MC OFFSITE

Nottingham Englnd Study Abroad

Study Abroad
Lecture
07/08/2023 - 08/08/2023

Open

2 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Class 17165 Students may contact instructor at: @christina.ahles@mesacc.edu

This course is part of the England study abroad program which takes place in England. There are additional program fees. For information, please contact the Study Abroad Office at studyabroad@mesacc.edu.

Fall 2023

PSY101 Introduction to Psychology 3 Credits

Overview of the study and methods of psychological science. Includes an introduction to subfields such as biopsychology, learning, memory, development, social, and psychological disorders.

Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18214
Dobson Campus

TBA

In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023
MoWe
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Open

20 of 22
Seats Available

Notes: Class 18214 is designated for the First Year Experience (FYE) for first generation and FSS students. Enrollment is restricted to recent high school graduates from Mesa Public Schools who have applied to be part of the FYE cohort. For more information, contact Ashley Armour at ashley.armour@mesacc.edu.

18218

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

23 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18218 Students may contact instructor at christina.ahles@mesacc.edu

18222

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

25 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

PSY132 Psychology and Culture 3 Credits

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18235
Dobson Campus

TBA

In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023
MoWe
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Open

20 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Honors Program Only

18265
Dobson Campus

TBA

In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023
TuTh
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Open

19 of 20
Seats Available

PSY230 Introduction to Statistics 3 Credits

An introduction to basic concepts in descriptive and inferential statistics, with emphasis upon application to psychology. Consideration given to the methods of data collection, sampling techniques, graphing of data, and the statistical evaluation of data collected through experimentation. Required of psychology majors.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (PSY101 and eligibility for MAT14+ or higher as indicated by appropriate district mathematics placement) or permission of Instructor.

Course Notes: Students must take PSY231 (statistics lab) from the same instructor.

General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18239
Dobson Campus

TBA

In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023
TuTh
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Open

13 of 14
Seats Available

PSY231 Laboratory for Statistics 1 Credits

Applications of inferential and descriptive statistics to statistical software in the field of psychology.

Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: PSY230.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18245

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

13 of 14
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18245 Students may contact instructor at: christina.ahles@mesacc.edu

PSY250 Social Psychology 3 Credits

The scientific study of how people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by other people and situations. Includes how we think about ourselves and others, persuasion and influence, sexual and romantic attraction, friendship and helping others, aggression and prejudice.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PSY101 or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18271

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

23 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18271 Students may contact instructor at: christina.ahles@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2023

PSY102 Introduction to Psychology Lab 1 Credits

Optional laboratory designed to accompany PSY101. Application of psychological principles in areas such as learning, memory, emotion, motivation, cognition, language, development, personality, and intelligence.

Prerequisites or Corequisites: PSY101 or permission of instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18234

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lab
10/16/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

20 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Class 18234: Recommended for PSY101 students. Attend orientation during first two weeks of class.

This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at christina.ahles@mesacc.edu

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