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Psychology

New courses & special topics

New courses

PSYC 574A/492: Event-related Potentials (ERPs) in Cognitive Neuroscience - Dr. Jim Tanaka

This class will be a theoretical and technical introduction to event-related potential research. As a research-based course, we will explore the neural correlates of reinforcement learning and object categorization.

In the first week, students will read selected chapters from Steve Luck's "Introduction to the Event-Related Technique." Next, students will be trained in the Brain and Cognition EEG Lab, where they will learn basic methods for acquiring electrophysiological data. In the lab, students will become familiar with the software routines used to filter and analyze EEG brain waves.

The class is open to both graduate and undergraduate students. It is limited to 12 students. Enrolment is by instructor permission. Please contact Jim Tanaka if interested.

Special topics

PSYC 491 A01: Psychology of Immigration - Dr. Nigel Mantou Lou

Spring 2024 – Monday 4-6:50 p.m.

The goal of this course is to have students understand migrants’ diverse experiences, with the focus on psychological theories and research in social, cultural, developmental and educational psychology.

PSYC 491 A02: Neuropsychology, Neuroimaging and Aging - Dr. Jodie Gawryluk

Spring 2024 – Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Come learn about the cognitive neuroscience of aging! In this course you will learn about ways to measure changes in brain structure and function during healthy aging and in age-related brain disorders. At the end of the course, you will have a better understanding of magnetic resonance imaging and conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease.

PSYC 491 A01: Advanced Special Topics in Psychology - Dr. Ronald Porter

Summer 2024 - Monday through Friday 2:30-4:20 p.m.

This course provides students with an understanding of the social psychological factors inherent in sports and exercise health. We’ll focus on participants, group processes, enhancing performance and improving health and well-being.