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3.00 Credits
Neuroscience is based on the premise that thoughts, sensations and actions are, at some level, encoded in chemical and electrical signals. This course explores central nervous system pharmacology at multiple levels, including the cellular and molecular bases of neurochemical signaling and its modulation, mechanisms of action of pharmacological agents on neurotransmitter system dynamics, and foundations of behavioral pharmacology. Having covered these fundamentals, the course explores current topics, including cellular models of learning and memory, pharmacology of neurological diseases and their treatment, and drug abuse and dependence. Prerequisite: Psychology 202, 299. 1 unit - Driscoll.
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This course explores the impact of natural selection on human and animal behavior. It begins with an overview of evolutionary processes and covers such topics as: emotion, morality, mate selection, learning, altruism, parent-offspring interaction, ownership and irrationality. The course focuses on primary reading from Darwin through contemporary scholarship in biology and psychology. Critiques of this approach are also discussed. Prerequisite: 100 or 101, 201, 3 of the 4 required courses from the Biobehavioral and Socio- behavioral sequence, or consent of instructor. 1 unit - Horner.
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An examination of research on memory with an emphasis on empirical work and historical trends in the field. Students are expected to integrate research into a coherent theory of remembering using primary sources and in-class experiments. The class is conducted in a seminar format with students expected to contribute to discussion and analysis. Lecture, discussion and laboratory. Prerequisite: Psychology 100 or 101, 201, and 344 or consent of instructor. (Not offered 2008-09.) 1 unit.
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Modern and contemporary scientific issues as they pertain to psychology. Historical origins of these issues. Topics such as mathematical models, psychophysics, cognitive psychology, CNS theories, the logic of science and Gestalt theory discussed within the context of the correspondences between constructs and events. Prerequisite: Psychology 202 and 3 core courses in Psychology or consent of instructor. (Not offered 2008-09.) 1 unit.
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In depth exploration of a particular topic under the supervision of a faculty member. A final project may take several forms: (a) supervised independent research leading to a publishable paper, (b) a review of the literature to address a particular issue, or (c) directed field study. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and Psychology 202. 1 unit - Chan, Driscoll, Erdal, Horner, Jacobs, Roberts, Waters.
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In depth exploration of a particular topic under the supervision of a faculty member. A final project may take several forms: (a) supervised independent research leading to a publishable paper, (b) a review of the literature to address a particular issue, or (c) directed field study. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and Psychology 202. 1 unit - Chan.
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In depth exploration of a particular topic under the supervision of a faculty member. A final project may take several forms: (a) supervised independent research leading to a publishable paper, (b) a review of the literature to address a particular issue, or (c) directed field study. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and Psychology 202. 1 unit.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the contemporary study of religion as a social and symbolic system. An examination of religious experience and convictions and their expression in symbol, ritual, myth, theology, ethics and community. (Not offered 2008-09.) 1 unit.
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1.00 Credits
A study of the beliefs and traditions of the ancient Israelites as reflected in selected parts of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament). The course will emphasize the interplay between political/social situation and theological response. 1 unit - Schwarz.
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1.00 Credits
A study of the origin and earliest development of Christianity as reflected in selected writings of the New Testament, and with special emphasis on the thought of the apostle Paul and the different "portraits" of Jesus in the Gospels. 1 unit - Schwarz.
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