PSYCH 258 - Cognitive Psychology

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

A survey of findings of theoretical issues in the study of cognition, such as perception, attention, knowledge representation, memory, learning, language, reasoning, and problem solving. Prerequisites: PSYCH 104 or SCI 100. [Faculty of Science]

PSYCH 367 - Perception

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

An introduction to theoretical and experimental issues associated with sensory and perceptual experience. Prerequisites: PSYCH 275 or 258. [Faculty of Science]

PSYCH 403 - Recent Advances in Experimental Psychology: Models and Theories

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

Discussion of advanced concepts and theories developed by selected fields within experimental psychology. The course will examine the relation between theory and data in these fields. Prerequisites: PSYCH 213 or STAT 151 or 161, and a 300-level PSYCH course. Note: Consult the Department of Psychology webpage for the topics for the year and any additional prerequisites (https://www.ualberta.ca/psychology/undergraduate-studies/courses/special-topics.html). [Faculty of Science]

PSYCH 494 - Human Factors and Ergonomics

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

Scientific knowledge about human behaviours, abilities, limitations, and other characteristics applied to design and use are examined in a range of contexts, from the operation of everyday things to extraordinary systems failures. Prerequisites: A 300-level PSYCH course. [Faculty of Science]

PSYCH 258 - Cognitive Psychology

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

A survey of findings of theoretical issues in the study of cognition, such as perception, attention, knowledge representation, memory, learning, language, reasoning, and problem solving. Prerequisites: PSYCH 104 or SCI 100. [Faculty of Science]

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 367 - Perception

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

An introduction to theoretical and experimental issues associated with sensory and perceptual experience. Prerequisites: PSYCH 275 or 258. [Faculty of Science]

PSYCH 494 - Human Factors and Ergonomics

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

Scientific knowledge about human behaviours, abilities, limitations, and other characteristics applied to design and use are examined in a range of contexts, from the operation of everyday things to extraordinary systems failures. Prerequisites: A 300-level PSYCH course. [Faculty of Science]

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 367 - Perception

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

An introduction to theoretical and experimental issues associated with sensory and perceptual experience. Prerequisites: PSYCH 275 or 258. [Faculty of Science]

PSYCH 467 - Advanced Perception

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

An intensive exploration of selected theoretical, empirical, and applied issues in vision science and perception. Considers philosophical, psychological, and neuroscientific perspectives. Explores the origin and current status of important areas within the study of perception, including visual perception, time perception, synesthesia, and the relationship between perception and art. Note: Not open to students with credit in PSYCH 403 Topic: Advanced Perception. Prerequisites: PSYCH 213 or STAT 151 or 161, and PSYCH 367. [Faculty of Science]