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PSY 161: Perceptual Psychology

Units: 4

An introduction to data, theoretical constructs, and experimental procedures associated with research on perceptual psychology. Topics include: visual and auditory perception, skin and body senses, chemical senses, person-action perception, and perceptual attention. This course focuses on psychophysics experimental methods, brain imaging techniques, brain function, and perceptual disorders.

Course Details
Repeats Allowed for Credit: 0

Normal Letter Grade only

GE Requirements
  • Approaches to Knowledge: Social Science
  • Intellectual Experience: Scientific Method

Requisites and Restrictions
Prerequisite Courses: PSY 015 or COGS 105
Instructor Permission Required: No


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