Cognitive Neuroscience

Three credits · Undergraduate

Cognitive neuroscience is the study of the brain-based mechanisms of mental processes. In this course, students will consider the types of problems that can and cannot be solved with cognitive neuroscience; find and use open science tools relevant to cognitive neuroscience; read, understand, and communicate about cognitive neuroscience research articles; and describe what is known about the brain mechanisms of at least one cognitive domain (e.g., memory, attention). Cross-listed as PSYC 333. Prerequisites: PSYC 221, 222 (220) or 231, 232 (230) or permission of instructor. Three credits. Not offered 2026-2027.