Students learn about the different types of learning and memory, emphasizing neural mechanisms. Students discuss the interplay of human and animal research (including that with invertebrates) in understanding synaptic plasticity involving long-term potentiation and depression, perceptual learning, classical and instrumental conditioning, and relational learning. Learning disabilities, memory impairment, and recovery from brain injury are also considered. Prerequisites: PSYC 1110 and PSYC 1210 and completion of 45 credits and one of PSYC 2040 or BIOL 1050 or BIOL 1110 or permission of the instructor. Note: Students may only receive credit for one of PSYC 3580 or PSYC 3040.
Students learn about the different types of learning and memory, emphasizing neural mechanisms. Students discuss the interplay of human and animal research (including that with invertebrates) in understanding synaptic plasticity involving long-term potentiation and depression, perceptual learning, classical and instrumental conditioning, and relational learning. Learning disabilities, memory impairment, and recovery from brain injury are also considered. Prerequisites: PSYC 1110 and PSYC 1210 and completion of 45 credits and one of PSYC 2040 or BIOL 1050 or BIOL 1110 or permission of the instructor. Note: Students may only receive credit for one of PSYC 3580 or PSYC 3040.
