Psychology Instructional Resource Center (PIRC)

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 (PSY101), Introductory Statistics (PSY230) and Research Methods (PSY290).

Tutoring is available with the PIRC Lab Coordinator, Lee Bartlett. 

Touring Hours*: 

Monday - Thursday 
10 AM - 12 PM & 4 PM - 6 PM 

*Due to limited availability of tutors, tutoring hours are subject to change. Tutoring may be open at other times based on PIRC Lab Coordinator's availability. We recommend scheduling a tutoring appointment with Lee at [email protected]. 

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. Open to all MCC students. Free popcorn!
*HONORS CO-CURRICULAR EVENT

• Upcoming Schedule:
  • The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
    • February 26th, 2026
    • 1:30 PM - 4 PM
    • BP-4
    • Topics: Workplace Psychology
  • You Pick! 
    • April 15th, 2026
    • 1:30 PM - 4 PM
    • BP-4
    • Vote in the PIRC Lab for one of the following: 
      • The Joker (2019) 
      • Coco (2017)
      • Spirited Away (2001)

Workshops in PSYCH

Learn about varying topics within the Psychological Science field, including academics, professional development, and expansions on course content. Open to all MCC students. 
*HONORS CO-CURRICULAR EVENT

• Upcoming Schedule:
  • Careers in Psychology
    • Learn about the vast career options available with a psychology degree and the best way to pursue that path. 
    • February 18th, 2026
    • 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
    • AD-2E (PIRC Lab)
  • "What I Wish I Knew My First Semester at University" Panel
    • Former MCC students will be returning to talk about their experience at university and answer questions about what it’s like. 
    • March 31st, 2026
    • 1:30 PM - 2:30 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.