Animal Learning ((4 Credits))

Catalog description

In this course, students will examine the traditional areas in the science of learning from both a biological and psychological perspective, including current theoretical and research considerations of classical conditioning, instrumental conditioning, aversive control of behavior and discrimination learning. Students will study these topics, as demonstrated from mainly animal models; however, these principles may also be applied to humans. Students will be required to demonstrate these principles of learning by engaging in a research project of a particular topic of interest. In addition, learners will undergo standard ethics protocols for research on animals and/or humans before engaging in a term project that demonstrates a learning phenomenon discussed in the course. This course contains elements which rely on vision and motor skills to complete. If you have a visual or motor impairment and are considering registering for this course, it is recommended that you reach out to Accessibility Resources and Services ([email protected]) in advance of registration to determine if this course is appropriate and what alternatives may be available. Prerequisites: Biology I with Lab ( BIOL 1200 ) and Biology II with Lab ( BIOL 1201 ) or equivalents, Introductory Psychology ( PSYC 1005 ), Statistics ( MATH 1065 ), and Research Methods equivalent .