DEPARTMENT of PSYCHOLOGY and NEUROSCIENCE SPRING 2018 Graduate Course Descriptions Registration for graduate students begins November 3, 2017 If you are not a Psychology graduate student, please contact individual instructors before enrolling in their courses. PSYC 5112 CONCEPTS IN BEHAVIORAL GENETICS Dr. RHEE 001 3:00-5:30 W IBG 210 Topic: Scientific Integrity and the Responsible Conduct of Research. PSYC 5200 PHYSIOLOGICAL GENETICS AND GENOMICS Dr. Stitzel 010 9:00-9:50 MWF HUMN 125 R012 3:00-3:50 M CLRE 302 Introduces genetic and genomic concepts as they apply to mammalian physiology. The course covers fundamental concepts and methods in molecular genetics and genomics and their applications towards understanding the role of genetics in the normal and pathological function of physiological systems. PSYC 5242 BIOMETRICAL METHODS IN BEHAVIORAL Dr. Hewitt 001 10:00-12:30 R IBG 210 Studies development of structural models appropriate to behavioral genetics and the estimation procedures necessary for their application. PSYC 5541 SPECIAL TOPICS: LIFESPAN HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Dr. Hill 001 1:15-3:45 M MUEN E317 This graduate-level seminar examines the foundational and contemporary theories of human development across the lifespan, and considers critiques, applications and methodological approaches and challenges. Variations in development as a function of gender, cohort (e.g., Babyboomers, GenX, GenY/Millennials), culture, ethnicity, and social class will be explored. An interdisciplinary, integrative perspective will be encouraged by considering the interplay of physical, psychological, and social aspects of lifespan development. The course will emphasize the application of knowledge to promoting optimal development during the adult years. Special attention will be devoted to understanding the diversity and disparities in development. The first part of the course focuses on understanding the major theories of development by engaging, for the most part, with primary sources. The second part of the course focuses on studentlead examinations of life-course developmental topics selected by the cohort. INSTRUCTOR CONSENT IS REQUIRED. Karl.Hill@Colorado.EDU 1
PSYC 5541 SPECIAL TOPICS: PSYCHOLOGY OF AESTHETIC JUDGEMENT Dr. Harvey 005 3:30-4:45 TR MUEN D346 This course will explore the psychological and neural bases of aesthetic judgments in photography, painting, and music. You will read and report on primary journal papers. You will search the scientific literature for additional articles relevant to topics that are of interest to you. You will design and conduct an experiment of your choice to explore current ideas and test hypotheses. You will learn how to analyze preference and similarity judgments using modern multidimensional scaling methods. This course is open to advanced undergraduates and graduate students. PSYC 5656 ADVANCED GRADUATE RESEARCH METHODS Dr. Bryan 001 1:00-3:30 W MUEN E317 Provides training in the philosophical roots of empirical research, inference of causality, internal and external validity and reliability. These topics will be covered as they relate to a range of research designs including passive observational, experimental, quasiexperimental, meta-analytic and longitudinal. Additional topics include statistical inference and research ethics. PSYC 5751 GENERAL STATISTICS Drs. Correll/Judd 100 3:30-4:45 TR MUEN E113 L101 11:00-12:50 R MUEN E311 L102 1:00-2:50 R MUEN E311 PSYC 5761 STRUCTUAL EQUATION MODELING Dr. Friedman 001 12:00-2:30 T MUEN E311 This course will provide a general introduction to structural equation modeling (SEM). SEM is a technique for modeling the relationships among multiple variables, including multiple indicators of constructs (latent variables; confirmatory factor analysis) and structural relationships among constructs (path analysis; structural equations). SEM is a very general framework that has been extended to model almost any sort of data, but here we will primarily focus on the basics (normally distributed, non-nested data). The class will focus on both conceptual and practical aspects of SEM, with the goal of preparing you to use SEM in your own research and to critically evaluate its use in others' work. PSYC 5815 LANGUAGE PROSEMINAR Dr. Kim 002 1:30-3:20 M MUEN E214 Introduction to research on human language. A required proseminar for Cognitive Psychology Ph.D. students. Covers research at the cognitive, neural, and computational levels. Addresses phenomena at the levels of phonology, grammar, and meaning. Emphasizes interrelationships between language and other domains of cognition (perception, memory, executive function). Graduate students in all programs and advanced undergraduates welcome with instructor consent. 2
PSYC 6200 ISSUES AND METHODS IN COGNITIVE SCIENCE Dr. Carston 002 11:00-12:15 TR MUEN D4304 Interdisciplinary introduction to cognitive science, examining ideas from cognitive psychology, philosophy, education, and linguistics via computational modeling and psychological experimentation. Includes philosophy of mind; learning; categorization; vision and mental imagery; consciousness; problem solving; decision making, and game-theory; language processing; connectionism. No background in computer science will be presumed. Same as CSCI 6402 and EDUC 6504 and LING 6200 and PHIL 6310 and SLHS 6402. PSYC 6603 PROFESSIONAL ISSUES IN CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY Dr. Willcutt 801 12:00-1:00 M MUEN E214 Covers a range of topics important for professional development in clinical psychology, including preparation and delivery of research presentations, preparation of grant proposals/manuscripts and practicum experience (i.e., interviewing and assessment, treatment planning, intervention and documentation). Intended to prepare students for careers as research scientists and clinicians. PSYC 6605 COG PSYC RES UPDATE Dr. Curran 801 12:00-1:00 M MUEN D430 Provides summaries of current research by graduate students and faculty members in the Cognitive Psychology program in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience. Professional Development issues relevant to cognitive psychologists will also be discussed. PSYC 6606 PROFESSIONAL ISSUES IN SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY Dr. Blair 801 12:00-1:00 W MUEN E214 Covers a range of topics important for professional development in social psychology, including preparation and delivery of research presentations, preparation of grant proposals and manuscripts, and peer review of manuscripts. Intended to prepare students for careers as research scientists. PSYC 6831 INTERDISCIPLINARY SOCIAL SCIENCE PROFESSIONAL SOCIALIZATION Dr. Molborn 001 11:00-12:15 F TBA Trains graduate students and provides professional socialization in interdisciplinary social science research. Open to all interested students, with programming provided by the Institute of Behavioral Science. Sessions include IBS-housed colloquia and workshops in professional socialization, technological tools, interdisciplinary research, ethics, grant writing, etc. Students workshop and submit a research paper. Same as SOCY 6851. PSYC 7215 TRANSLATIONAL COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE Dr. Banich 001 9:30-12:00 M MUEN D418 3
The goal of this course will be to examine some examples of how research from cognitive neuroscience can and is being applied to various clinical syndromes and practical applications, ranging from psychiatric disorders to brain injury to pain management to the law. Right now is a particularly exciting time. There is an ever- growing number of techniques to examine brain function, and increasing momentum to use them to help understand and diagnosis different neuropsychiatric disorders, as well as to assess the efficacy of different treatment options. In addition, newer and safer methods of altering brain activity are being used to attempt to treat disorders. This course will survey some of these new findings and trends. PSYC 7215 frmi Analysis Dr. Wager 002 9:30-12:00 F MUEN D418 PSYC 7415 COG SCI RESEARCH PRACTICUM I Dr. Caccamise 002 12:00-2:00 W MUEN D430 Cross reference to CSCI 7412, LING 7415, EDUC 6506, PHIL 7415. Independent, interdisciplinary research project in cognitive science for advanced graduate students pursuing a joint Ph.D. in an approved core discipline and cognitive science. Research projects will integrate at least two areas within the cognitive sciences, e.g., Psychology, Computer Science, Linguistics, Education, Philosophy. This is the first semester of a two-semester course required for the joint Ph.D. in cognitive science. Students will need to get commitments from two mentors for their project. PSYC 7425 COG SCI RESEARCH PRACTICUM II Dr. Caccamise 002 12:00-2:00 W MUEN D430 Cross reference to CSCI 7412, LING 7415, EDUC 6506, PHIL 7415. Independent, interdisciplinary research project in cognitive science for advanced graduate students pursuing a joint Ph.D. in an approved core discipline and cognitive science. Research projects will integrate at least two areas within the cognitive sciences, e.g., Psychology, Computer Science, Linguistics, Education, Philosophy. This is the second semester of a two-semester course required for the joint Ph.D. in cognitive science. Students will need to get commitments from two mentors for their project. PSYC 7683 INTEL ASSESSMENT/PRACTICUM Dr. Richardson 800 9:00-11:30 M MUEN D334 Focuses On Administering And Interpreting Objective Test Commonly Used In Clinical Psychology Practice. Includes Case Study Approach And Direct Clinical Experience. PSYC 7703 SEMINAR: AFFECTIVE ASPECTS OF BEHAVIOR Dr. Willcutt 801 12:00-1:00 M MUEN E214 PSYC 7713 CLINICAL PRACTICUM Dr. Dimidjian 801 TBA Controlled enrollment Dr. Monk 802 TBA Controlled enrollment 4
PSYC 7775 TOPICS IN COGNITIVE SCIENCE Dr. Caccamise 001 12:00-2:00 F MUEN D430 Reading of interdisciplinary innovative theories and methodologies of cognitive science. Students participate in the ICS Distinguished Speakers series that hosts internationally recognized cognitive scientists who share and discuss their current research. Session discussions include analysis of leading edge and controversial new approaches in cognitive science. PSYC 7793 SEM-CHILD/ADOL ASSESSMENT Dr. Chhabildas 801 12:00-2:30 R MUEN 261A Allows students who have already learned adult assessment measures to broaden their knowledge and skills in order to complete psychoeducational evaluations with children. The course covers the background of common childhood disorders, general testing strategies with children, and specific test administration. NRSC 5032 NEUROBIO OF LEARNING AND MEMORY Dr. Rudy 001 9:30-10:45 TR MUEN E431 Provides a comprehensive treatment of how the brain acquires, stores, and retrieves memories. To do this we will consider (a) the methods used to address these issues, (b) what we know about how brain systems are organized to support memories of different types, and (c) the synaptic mechanisms that are involved. NRSC 5092 BEHAVIORAL NEUROENDOCRINOLOGY DR. Spencer 100 11:00-12:15 TR DUAN G125 R101 9:30-10:30 R MUEN E317 Provides an introduction to neuroendocrinology with a focus on the interaction between hormones and brain function. In addition to attending and meeting all the requirements for the lecture portion of the course (NRSC 4092), graduate students meet for an additional hour each week with the instructor to discuss in depth behavioral neuroendocrinology relevant research articles. Same as NRSC 4092. NRSC 5110 INTRO TO NEUROSCIENCE II Dr. Maier 800 3:30-6:00 W MUEN D334 NRSC 5110 is the second semester of the year long Core Course in Neuroscience. It covers signal transduction, neurochemistry, neurodevelopment, neuroendocrinology, neurodegeneration, pain, movement, addiction, learning and memory, and cognitive neuroscience. NRSC 5262 MAMMALIAN NEUROANATOMY Dr. Campeau 001 1:00-3:30 F MUEN E214 This course is designed to familiarize graduate students to the structure and functions of the mammalian nervous system in some details, with a focus on Human neuroanatomy and functions. This will be accomplished through a mixture of lectures on structural and functional anatomy, basic anatomical procedures, familiarization with the use of electronic brain atlases, and student presentations of relevant functional systems. 5
During a typical week, the first 60-90 min of class will be devoted to a lecture type class by the instructor, and the second half of class will be devoted to discussion of manuscripts assigned to the entire class. The manuscripts will emphasize some of the material presented during the lecture, to encourage further discussion even during the presentation of the lecture material. Two essay type exams each worth 35% of the grade; these exams are take-home, open-book type examinations. The last 30% of the grade is based on class presentations and participation. NRSC 6100 ADVANCES IN NEUROSCIENCE SEMINAR Dr. Saddoris 001 3:30-5:15 T MUEN E214 Designed for beginning graduate students interested in neuroscience. Students read, discuss, and evaluate the primary literature on a number of current topics in neuroscience as well as attend the seminar program in neuroscience. NRSC 6602 SCIENTIFIC SKILL DEVELOPMENT Dr. Watkins 800 2:15-3:15 W MUEN E214 Graduate students in the behavioral neuroscience program will be asked to prepare, present and receive feedback on scientific presentations of their own research or from review of a current research project. NRSC 7102-100 TOPICS: MODERN NEUROSCIENCE METHODS Dr. Root 001 9:30-12:00 W MUEN E317 Neuroscience has entered into an era of viral-based research whereby individual types of neurons can be assessed for their individual characteristics (e.g., receptors and neurotransmission capabilities), recorded for their natural activity during awake behavior, and manipulated to change their activity to assess their causal contributions to awake behavior. In order to use these tools within our research they must be understood in detail. This course will dive into the development of these techniques as well as their advantages and disadvantages. It is expected that individual students will lead the discussion on the weekly topic. Topics include recombination, optogenetics, pharmacogenetics, whole-brain imaging, calcium imaging, gene editing, retrograde circuit manipulation, neuronal classification, in vivo neuronal recording, and neurotransmission. Dr. Root has lifted the prereq of NRSC 5110 for this topic. Please contact lily.welch@colorado.edu or jefferey.greeson@colorado.edu to be enrolled. 6