Set 2 Courses
All
psychology majors must take a minimum of two of these courses.
222. Psychology of Learning & Memory
Theories, research, and applications of learning and memory, with evidence from, and applications to, humans and animals. Special emphasis on conditioning principles and behavior modification, and on memory for information. When possible, the principles will be applied to the analysis, control, and remediation of behavior.
Prerequisites-Psychology 101.
3 credits Every Two Years, Dr. Gelfand or Dr. Lavin
311. Developmental Psychology
A study of the developmental principles of psychological processes, including psychobiological principles, learning, perception, language, cognition, and socialization. While the emphasis is on human development, research utilizing other species is discussed where appropriate.
Prerequisite-Psychology 101.
3 credits Every Two Years, Dr. Carpenter
315. Animal Behavior: A Sociobiological Perspective
A comprehensive study of animal behavior emphasizing how certain animal behavior patterns (communication, territoriality, social hierarchy, aggression, altruism, and mating systems) lend insight into the human animal.
Prerequisite-Psychology 101.
3 credits Every Two Years, Dr. Lavin
343. Physiological Psychology
Physiological processes, especially the nervous system, receptor organs, and endocrine glands, underlying behavior.
Prerequisite-Psychology 101.
3 credits Every Two Years, Dr. Lavin
421. Perception
Critical analysis of theories, methods of investigation, and data obtained in studies of sensory and perceptual processes, including the nature of physical stimulation, psychophysical methods, form perception, space perception, constancy, spatially coordinated behavior, and attention. Emphasis primarily but not exclusively on visual perception.
Prerequisite-Psychology 101.
3 credits Every Two Years, Dr. Carpenter
422. Cognition
How do we think, and how can our thoughts processes be improved? The course will deal with contemporary approaches to the study of higher mental processes, with an emphasis on information processing. Topics will include memory, language, cognitive skills, reasoning, concept learning, and problem solving. Theories and research will be considered, along with applications to everyday life.
Prerequisite-Psychology 101.
3 credits Every Two Years, Dr. Gelfand