MONASH UNIVERSITY FACULTY HANDBOOKS

Science Handbook 1996

Published by Monash University
Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia

Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996

GAS3509

Experimental psychology: techniques and applications

BBS BY BT BW BS BB DT GA PA BC BP BDT

Dr Umberto Castiello and Dr Barry Richardson

Subject value of 1.0 (6 points) + First semester + 2 hours lectures and a 3-hour laboratory per week + Gippsland/Distance + Prerequisites: GAS2504 plus two of GAS2501, GAS2502, GAS2503 or GAS2505

Objectives On completion of this subject students will be able to understand current theory and research in learning, perception and motor performance; utilise modern research techniques used in these areas; describe important applications of basic research in experimental psychology.

Synopsis This subject will review current research on basic psychological processes in learning, perception, attention and motor performance. Modern research paradigms and techniques will be emphasised. Applications in areas such as sports psychology, clinical psychology and human factors psychology will be discussed. Distance education students are required to attend a two-day weekend or residential school program.

Assessment Laboratory reports: 40% + Examination: 60% + A pass on the examination is a requirement for successful completion of this subject

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