Sensation and Perception (PSY 218)

Term: 2019-2020 AY - Fall Semester

Faculty

	Anne M St. PierreShow MyInfo popup for Anne M St. Pierre
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Description

Sensation is the registration of physical stimuli on sensory receptors. Perception is the process of creating conscious experiences from sensory input. The study of Sensation and Perception examines the interaction between sense organs and nerves in our bodies and our brains. The course will review all the human senses and relate these to aspects of human perception such as expectations, personal history, and cultural norms. Students will engage in sensory simulations and reflect upon the applications of this knowledge to the world around them and the human experience. Prerequisite: Psy101 or permission of instructor.