PSYC 001 : Foundations of Psyc Science

Foundations of Psychological Sciences. Explores the application of scientific methods to the study of behavior and mental activity. Examines classic studies of brain and behavior relationships, behavioral genetics, sensation and perception, learning and memory, thinking, emotions, and social behavior. Studies how scientific investigations are designed to contribute to our knowledge in each area. Promotes the understanding of the steps taken within a variety of branches of psychology to identify the causes, consequences and the correlates of behavior. Prereq: None