Examination of the general principles of drug action, including pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic considerations, emphasizing the effects of recreational and psychotropic drugs (including plant-derived and synthetic drugs) on signaling in major neurotransmitter systems. Includes discussion of selected issues such as sex differences, developmental toxicity and medication development.
A general introduction to cognitive psychology through lecture and lab. Emphasis is placed on theory and research in information processing, memory, decision-making, language and the means by which cognitive psychology is applied to our lives. The lab is designed to provide an opportunity for individualized experience with research equipment and methodology in cognitive psychology. Lecture, three hours per week; laboratory, two hours per week.
A study of the stimulus, receptor and organism variables that underlie perceptual experience and perceptually based behavior with emphasis upon theory and experimental method.
A community-based or field-based experience in psychology, under the supervision of a faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits (if applicable). Pass-fail only.
A community-based or field-based experience in psychology, under the supervision of a faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits (if applicable). Pass-fail only.
A community-based or field-based experience in psychology, under the supervision of a faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits (if applicable). Pass-fail only.
A community-based or field-based experience in psychology, under the supervision of a faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits (if applicable). Pass-fail only.
Designed for advanced students who assist faculty members on research projects that are conducted in regular consultation with the faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits, in combination with other independent research credit hours. Pass-Fail only.
Designed for advanced students who assist faculty members on research projects that are conducted in regular consultation with the faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits, in combination with other independent research credit hours. Pass-Fail only.
Designed for advanced students who assist faculty members on research projects that are conducted in regular consultation with the faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits, in combination with other independent research credit hours. Pass-Fail only.
