PSYC206 Cognitive Psychology
Updated: 23 March 2007| Credit Points | 6 | |||||||||
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| Online level | Level C - Internet access required | |||||||||
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| Supervised Exam | There is a UNE Supervised Examination held at the end of the teaching period in which you are enrolled. | |||||||||
| Pre-requisites | PSYC 101 and 102 | |||||||||
| Co-requisites | None | |||||||||
| Restrictions | PSYC 361, 359 | |||||||||
| Notes | None | |||||||||
| Combined Units | None | |||||||||
| Coordinator(s) | Bruce Stevenson (bstevens@une.edu.au) | |||||||||
| Unit Description |
This unit deals with the scientific study of the mental processes that underlie cognitive activity: the acquisition, retention, and use of knowledge. Topics include: the historical origins of cognitive research; perception; attention; memory; concepts; reasoning; and consciousness. Theoretical principles and practical applications are both highlighted. Assessment involves one written assignment and two exams. |
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| Prescribed Material Mandatory |
Textbook information is only available from 2008 units onwards. | |||||||||
| Recommended Material Optional |
Textbook information is only available from 2008 units onwards. | |||||||||
| Disclaimer | Unit information may be subject to change prior to commencement of the teaching period. |