PSYCH 387
Introduction to Primate Behavior
Psychology
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Overview of primate behavior; the role of parental care on developmental outcome, functional neurobiology, and psychopathology.
When Taught
Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
1. The diversity of primate species and environments
Learning Outcome
Students will recognize the diversity of primate species and environments, and examine representative species in detail.
Measurement: In-class quizzes and exams on the assigned reading.
Title
2. Specific aspects of primate behavior
Learning Outcome
Students will examine specific aspects of behavior, including emotion, cognition, language, parental care, sociality, functional neurobiology, and psychopathology.
Measurement: In-class quizzes and exams on the assigned reading.
Title
3. Compare and contrast non-human and human primates
Learning Outcome
Students will compare and contrast nonhuman-primate and human behavior and environments, and consider the implications for personal beliefs about human behavior.
Measurement: Literature review on a self-selected topic in multiple drafts with peer-, Writing Center-, and instructor-review.
