PSYC 491A - Research in Conditioning and Learning

Units: 4
An advanced research course in which students design and execute an empirical research study related to conditioning and learning. Includes data collection, quantitative data analysis, and presentation in an APA style research report.

Prerequisites: PSYC 300 and PSYC 310.
Equivalent Quarter Course: PSYC 4800 or PSYC 4801 or PSYC 4805.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Compare and contrast theories in the area of conditioning and learning.
Formulate a research hypothesis in the area of conditioning and learning.
Design a methodologically sound study to test a hypothesis.
Use scholarly resources to locate relevant scientific literature.
Critically evaluate journal articles.
Apply principles of research ethics to a study.
Collect and manage data.
Analyze data using appropriate statistical techniques and interpret the results.
Present research findings in American Psychological Association format.