PSY1011

Psychology 1A ( 6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Dr Tom Edwards

Offered:
Berwick First semester 2006 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2006 (Evening)
Clayton First semester 2006 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2006 (OCL)
Gippsland First semester 2006 (Day)
Gippsland First semester 2006 (OCL)
Peninsula First semester 2006 (Day)
Singapore First semester 2006 (OCL)
South Africa First semester 2006 (Day)
Caulfield SA-02 2006 (OCL)
Singapore SA-02 2006 (OCL)

Synopsis: Introduction to the discipline of psychology as a behavioural science. Topics include personality, the biological bases of behaviour, sensation and perception, an introduction to theories of learning and development, plus an introduction to the historical origins of the discipline. Laboratory classes enhance students' understanding of the lecture material and provide training in research techniques. Compulsory attendance at weekend schools is required for all off campus students.

Objectives: On completion of this unit, students will be able to: 1. identify key historical and philosophical developments which have results into the modern discipline of psychology; 2. identify key concepts in the following topics: biological psychology, sensation and perception, developmental psychology, personality, learning; 3. demonstrate an understanding of points one and two in various assessments; 4. appreciate the need for an objective understanding of human behaviour; 5. develop skills in technical writing; and 6. develop skills in critical thinking and experimentation.

Homepage: http://www.med.monash.edu.au/psych/student/ugrad/subject/psy1011

Assessment: Laboratory work: 20% + Essay: 30% + Examination (2 hours): 50% + Hurdle requirement: 75% lab attendance

Contact Hours: Three 1-hour lectures and a 2-hour laboratory class per fortnight

Off-campus attendance requirements: Compulsory attendance at weekend schools is required for all off-campus students.

Prohibitions: WEL1320, WEL1340, BHS1320, BHS1340, GSC1306, GSC1307, APY1910, BHS1711, BHS1712, PSS1711, PSH1712 and any first-level psychology units taught at Monash prior to 1998