The Psychology Instructional Resource Center (PIRC) is a computerized learning center that provides services, resources and technology to help students learn psychology.

PIRC Services

Tutoring

Our psychology tutors are ready to support you in your learning and success. Primary assistance is provided in the areas of Introductory Psychology, Introductory Statistics and Research Methods.

Monday and Thursday
2 PM - 6:30 PM

Tuesday
9 AM - 10 AM

*Tutoring may be available outside of posted hours. Check with the PIRC Lab Coordinator, Lee Bartlett, to make a tutoring appointment.

Psychology in Film

• Apply methods of psychological analysis to different types of media with our Psychology in Film events.
• Fun psychology themes and academic discussion.
• Free admission and free popcorn available.
• Upcoming Schedule:
  • Inside Out (2015)
    • September 18th, 2024
    • 1:30 PM - 4 PM
    • AD-2E (PIRC Lab)
    • Topics: Emotions and Personality
  • Split (2016)
    • November 7th, 2024
    • 1:30 PM - 4 PM
    • AD-2E (PIRC Lab)
    • Topic: Misrepresentation of Mental Illness in the Media

Workshops for PSYCH

• Upcoming Schedule:
  • Advising Fair
    • Learn about MCC and Transferring University Psych Programs
    • October 15th, 2024
    • 2 PM - 3 PM
    • AD-2E (PIRC Lab)
  • Building Experience at the Undergrad Level
    • Explore how to gain experience for your resume before grad school
    • November 13th, 2024
    • 2 PM - 3 PM
    • AD-2E (PIRC Lab)

PSY 102

PSY 102 is a one-credit, pass-fail credit that you can register for and complete at your own pace, over the course of a semester. It's a great way to improve your PSY 101 grade (if you take the two courses together) and earn a college credit at the same time. Many PSY 101 instructors even offer substantial extra credit for successful completion of PSY 102, when both courses are completed during the same semester.

• How do I get started? After registering for one of our PSY102 courses, you will go to either the PIRC, go through a brief computer orientation and pick up your PSY 102 manual. Southern & Dobson students pick up their PSY 102 manuals in the PIRC. Red Mountain students pick up their PSY 102 manuals on the second floor of the Red Mountain Library at the Circulation Desk.
• How do I complete it? Some of the work in the manual must be completed in the PIRC lab, but other activities can be completed wherever it works best for you. Most students report that it takes between 16 and 20 hours to complete.