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PSYC332
Developmental Behavioral Genetics
PSYC332 SP
Crosslistings: NS&B332
| Section | Class Size | *Available | Times | POI | Prereq |
|---|
| 1 | 15 | 4 | Times: ....F.. 1:10PM-4:00PM; | Yes | Yes |
*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for
the Blue Add phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous
phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration.
(Last Updated on Tue Aug 10 05:00:21 EDT 1999
)
This seminar will survey research examining cognitive,
social, and behavioral development from a behavioral
genetics perspective. Among the topics to be discussed are
the strengths and weaknesses of twin, family, adoption, and
molecular (DNA-based) genetic studies, the implications of
advances in genetic technology, and the role of the
environment in development.
MAJOR READINGS
Plomin, R., DeFries, J.C., McClearn, G.E. &
Ruter, M. (1997), BEHAVIORAL GENETICS, (3rd ed.). New York:
Freeman
Journal articles.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
In-class presentations, final
paper.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
This is a
specialized course in the study area of Developmental
Psychology.
Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting
or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the
first class, they will be dropped from the class list.
NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form
to the Registrar's Office.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture Seminar
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: NSM PSYC
Prerequisites:
PSYC105 or PSYC230 or PSYC231 or PSYC101
- Section 01
- Petrill, S
- Times: ....F.. 1:10PM- 4:00PM;
- Grading Mode: A/F
- Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 2, So: 3, Fr: 0
- Major Preference Given
- Permission of Instructor Required.
Last Updated on MAR-22-1999
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