PSY 3655 - Behaviorism and Psychology

Familiarize students with B.F. Skinners conceptual model of behavior known as “behaviorism”. Students will learn about recent advances and refinements in this conceptual model. Students will also contrast this conceptual model with other conceptual models (E.G., cognitive psychology, trait based psychology) as applied to important psychology concepts such as perception, language and thinking, self-control, private events, feelings and emotions.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: PSY 1400

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Psychology, Behavioral Science and General Psychology; or instructor approval.

When Offered: Fall