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Subject: PSYC
Catalog Number: 275
Registration Number: 7027
Description: Exploration of an organism's adaptive capacity toacquire information. Use of the scientific methodto explore principles and empirical phenomena ofclassical (Pavlovian) and instrumental/operantconditioning. Attention also given to memoryprocesses in primarily nonhuman animals, and thework of systematic theorists (e.g., Hull, Tolman)discussed to acquaint students with majorhistorical figures in the field. Lecture/discuss-ion portion of the course considers empiricalfindings, theories, and applications within thefield of learning, while the learning simulationprojects provide an opportunity for the student tosee these principles in action.Prerequisite: any one of the following--101, 181,182, 183, 186, 187 or 188.Offered spring of even-numbered years.4 credits (NW)
Location: MELR 208
Times: 10:05AM- 11:45AM  TTh
Instructor: Lee Bakner
Is consent of Instructor Required? No
Course Type: LEC
Students Registered: 3
Seats Available:12