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Academic Year 2001/2002

Seminar in Visual Perception
PSYC 328 SP

How does the human visual system analyze stimuli and how do we perceive them? Contemporary theories and research of usual perception will be reviewed. The course will attempt to integrate the psycholophysical, physiological and cognitive aspects of vision. Students will be expected to lead discussions on journal articles, as well as to prepare demonstrations of phenomena in human visual perception.

MAJOR READINGS

Review chapters, journal articles

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Final research paper and weekly short reports on the assigned readings. Each student will be responsible for leading some discussions during the term.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

This course is part of the Behavioral Neuroscience Program.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: SBS PSYC    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: PSYC105 Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-19-2002

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