PSYC 196 - Psychology of Human Performance

Credits: 3
LEC hours per week: 3
In-depth study of the relationship between the mind and body. Course includes application of psychological theories, research, and intervention strategies to performance enhancements in a variety of settings. Formerly: PSY 196.
Recommended: READ 088 or higher.
Course Outcomes:

Explain how the relationship between mind and body affects human performance in a variety of settings.
Distinguish among theories of motivation, learning, memory, and attributional style as they relate to human performance in every day life.
Explain psychological factors related to individual differences in human performance.
Apply psychological research on human performance to self and others.

Course Topics:

Effects of stress on performance
Effects of attention and concentration on performance
Effects of memory on performance
Effects of motivation and personality on performance

Course Attribute(s): None