PSYC 333
PRINCIPLES OF LEARNING

  1. Catalog Entry

PSYCHOLOGY 333. Principles of learning
Three hours lecture (3).

Prerequisites: PSYC 121

An introduction to the basic principles of experimental and applied learning. Data from animal and human experiments will be considered. Selected areas of application to human social problems.

  1. Detailed Description of Content of Course

1. Origins of Behavior
2. Reflexes in Relation to Operant Behavior
3. Aversive Control
4. Evaluating Control
5. Schedules of Reinforcement
6. Stimulus Control
7. Behavior Chains and Conditioned Reinforcement
8. Stimulus Control in Verbal Behavior
9. Complex Human Behavioral Processes
10. Behavioral Principles and Practical Problems in Human Behavior and Psychotherapy

  1. Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
  2. Goals and Objectives of the Course
  3. Assessment Measures

Graded assignments include discussion of course material and completing oral examinations. The satisfactory completion of the laboratory projects is a significant part of the course requirements.

  1. Other Course Information

None

  1. Review and Approval

DATE ACTION REVIEWED BY
September 2001 Updated and put in new format Alastair V. E. Harris