PSYCH 1071 - Psychology as a Natural Science

Institution:
Temple University
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Description:
This course examines human and animal behavior from a natural science perspective, providing the student with a sound basis in the biological determinants of behavior. The course begins with a foundation of neuropsychology, including brain processes, behavior genetics and evolutionary psychology. It continues with an examination of sensation and perception, the processes that provide us with information about the world and that allow us to interpret that information. The study of basic processes of learning, motivation, and emotion is followed by the study of cognitive psychology, including higher learning processes of memory, thinking, and problem solving.

Note: Credit will not be given for this course and Psychology 0051.

Credits:
3.00
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Instructional Type:
Lecture
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Phone Number:
(215) 204-7000
Regional Accreditation:
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
Calendar System:
Semester

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