PSYCH 212 - Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Experimental and nonexperimental methods in psychology. Topics covered include philosophy of science, measurement, reliability and validity of methods, measures, and effects; experimental quasi-experimental, and single-subject designs; biases in experimentation; and research ethics. Prerequisites: PSYCH 104 or SCI 100, or PSYCH 105. [Faculty of Arts]

PSYCH 282 - Behavior Modification

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

A study of applications of learning principles and laboratory findings to behavior problems in educational, clinical, and social settings, with emphasis on empirical research demonstrating the effectiveness of behavior modification and cognitive/behavioral techniques. Not open to students with credit in PSYCH 281. Prerequisites: PSYCH 104 or SCI 100. [Faculty of Science]

PSYCH 381 - Principles of Learning

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Principles and processes of learning including a consideration of classical conditioning, instrumental learning, and memory. Research involving non-human animals will be emphasized. Prerequisites: PSYCH 213 or STAT 151 or 161, and PSYCH 282. [Faculty of Science]

PSYCH 212 - Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Experimental and nonexperimental methods in psychology. Topics covered include philosophy of science, measurement, reliability and validity of methods, measures, and effects; experimental quasi-experimental, and single-subject designs; biases in experimentation; and research ethics. Prerequisites: PSYCH 104 or SCI 100, or PSYCH 105. [Faculty of Arts]

PSYCH 381 - Principles of Learning

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Principles and processes of learning including a consideration of classical conditioning, instrumental learning, and memory. Research involving non-human animals will be emphasized. Prerequisites: PSYCH 213 or STAT 151 or 161, and PSYCH 282. [Faculty of Science]