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PSYCH 575

Cognitive and Affective Processes

Psychology College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Theory and research in perception, attention, language, problem solving, and other thinking processes.

When Taught

Fall

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Other Prerequisites

or equivalents; or instructor's consent.

Note

Contains content featured in the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).

Title

Knowledge of cognitive psychology

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to develop a broad knowledge of the principles and findings of cognitive psychology. Assessed by: Exams

Title

Knowledge of basic mental processes

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to know how basic mental processes are influenced by affect, individual differences, and psychological/neurological disorders. Assessed by: Exams

Title

Apply principles and findings

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to apply these principles and findings to situations that they will encounter in their daily lives and in their careers. Assessed by: Exams, In-class presentations

Title

Develop communication skills

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to further develop their communication skills. Assessed by: In-class presentations