PSYC 240 - Principles of Learning and Behavior

Cross-Listed as NEUR 240

This course provides an in-depth introduction to the principles and methods used in the study of how behavior changes as a function of experience. The emphasis will be on classical and operant conditioning principles and procedures, which have become the standard research technologies used in biomedical, psychopharmacological, and other animal laboratory research areas. The laboratory component is designed to give students experience with behavioral technology and data collection and analysis. Group A course. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100, PSYC 180 or NEUR 180, and either MATH 155 or PSYC 201 Every year. (4 Credits)