DEP 2004 - Human Growth and Development DEP 2004 - Human Growth and Development Designed to provide the foundation for understanding the life cycle from conception to death. The approach throughout the course is multidisciplinary including biological, sociological, anthropological, and psychological perspectives with emphasis on basic psychological principles. Concepts are related to everyday life situations and to current social issues. Semester Hours: 3 credit hours Semester all, Spring, Summer Fees: None Course Designations: College Transfer. Meets AA General Education Electives, Social Sciences requirement.