COGNITION
PSY2COG
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This unit will provide you with an introduction to the scientific study of human information processing. It will cover (i) the central theories and issues in perception and cognition, (ii) the processes involved in acquiring, storing, retrieving and using knowledge, and (iii) some of the real-world applications of cognitive psychology. This unit will enable students to: - Develop understanding of human cognitive processes, and the means by which they can be studied experimentally; - Develop an in-depth, critical understanding of research in cognitive psychology, including: perception, memory, language, problem solving and creativity, thinking and reasoning, psychology and the law; - Develop understanding of the strengths and limitations of the information-processing approach, and how it applies to human functioning in the real world.
Faculty: Faculty of Science, Tech & Engineering
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Annukka Lindell
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 2 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: (One of PSY1EFP or PSY1PYA) and (One of PSY1CFP or PSY1PYB))
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: PSY2PYA, PSY2PYB, PSY3PYA, PSY3PYB
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Cognition | Recommended | Matlin, MW 2013 | 8TH ED. JOHN WILEY & SONS |
Albury-Wodonga, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Annukka Lindell
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay (1500 words) | 35 | |
| Exam (2 hours) | Hurdle requirement: 75% tutorial attendance | 50 |
| Workbook Tutorial Exercise (500 words) | 15 |
Bendigo, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Annukka Lindell
Class requirements
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay (1500 words) | 35 | |
| Exam (2 hours) | Hurdle requirement: 75% tutorial attendance | 50 |
| Workbook Tutorial Exercise (500 words) | 15 |
Melbourne, 2014, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Annukka Lindell
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours tutorial every two weeks on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Essay (1500 words) | 35 | |
| Exam (2 hours) | Hurdle requirement: 75% tutorial attendance | 50 |
| Workbook Tutorial Exercise (500 words) | 15 |