Psychology students acquire the fundamentals of learning and memory, reasoning and
problem solving, perception, emotion, attention, thought, language and communication,
the development of all these processes and their pathology.
Students conduct laboratory experiments on the psychological and physiological bases
of behavior. The department has a modern animal care facility for laboratory classes
and research. There are many opportunities for independent research.
Student learning outcomes in undergraduate Psychology:
- Knowledge base in Psychology.
Students should demonstrate fundamental knowledge and comprehension of the major concepts,
theoretical perspectives, historical trends, and empirical findings, to discuss how
psychological principles apply to behavioral phenomena.
- Scientific inquiry and critical thinking.
Students develop scientific reasoning and problem solving in their interpretation
of research. They design and perform effective research methods. They draw conclusions
about psychological phenomena from the evidence.
- Ethical and social responsibility in a diverse world.
Students develop ethically and socially responsible behaviors for professional and
personal settings in a landscape that involves increasing diversity. Students demonstrate
values that strengthen community relations and contributions.
- 通讯unication.
Students demonstrate competence in writing and in oral and interpersonal communication
技能. They argue cogently; express ideas clearly; optimize information exchange;
and promote ongoing relations with audiences.
- Professional development.
Students apply psychology-specific content and 技能, reflect on work effectively,
manage projects skillfully, work productively in teams, and prepare for meaningful
careers.
These outcomes are modified from the APA Guidelines for the Undergraduate Psychology
主要 (American Psychological Association. (2013). Version 2.0)