Sensation and Perception (PSY 480)

Term: 2016 - 2017 Academic Year Fall

Faculty

Mary E Lonergan-CullumShow MyInfo popup for Mary E Lonergan-Cullum

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Schedule

Mon-Wed, 1:00 PM - 2:50 PM (8/27/2016 - 12/16/2016) Location: MAIN NDH 163

Description

Exploration of the pathways for each of the senses from the transduction process through the perceptual mechanisms.
Emphasis on tracing the physiological path from external stimuli to the area of the brain responsible for turning a
physical occurrence into a mental perception. Examination of competing theories currently used to uncover
mechanisms involved in perception. Prerequisites: PSY 103 and one upper level psychology course.