Motor Learning and Control. ((3 Credits))

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Prerequisite(s): EXSC Majors: ZOOL 2320 (or 2320H), ZOOL 2325 (or 2320L), all with a C- or higher and ( MATH 1050 or MATH 1055 ). PETE Majors: ZOOL 1090 and PETE 2700 both with a C- or higher and ( MATH 1050 or MATH 1055 ). REC Majors: ZOOL 1090 and REC 2200 both with a C- or higher and ( STAT 1040 or STAT 1045 or MATH 1050 or MATH 1055 ). All: University Advanced Standing Pre- or Corequisite(s): ZOOL 2420 (or 2420H), ZOOL 2425 (or 2420L), EXSC 2700G Examines motor and cognitive characteristics of individuals involved in learning or performing motor skills. Examines conditions that influence learning. Analyzes how humans learn complex movement skills and control voluntary, coordinated movement. Analyzes the basic psychological processes involved in learning and control of movement and their effect on instruction and practice conditions for the learner. Studies motor development and its effect on skill acquisition.