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<p>This unit provides an understanding of human behaviour, with a neurological focus. As such, it will provide a fundamental understanding of the nervous system, sensation and perception, intelligence, learning, memory and cognition. There is an emphasis on making these concepts highly relevant by demonstrating their application to everyday behaviour. The unit also holds to the goals of psychology as a science: to describe, understand, predict, and influence our own behaviour and that of others. It also provides a solid grounding for any further study in psychology, the social sciences or other programs that relate to social interactions.</p>
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<p>This may include: - nervous system - sensation and perception - intelligence - consciousness - language - learning - memory - cognition - discipline-specific activities based on application of concepts to the student`s assessment tasks - the science of psychology</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit provides an understanding of human behaviour, with a neurological focus. As such, it will provide a fundamental understanding of the nervous system, sensation and perception, intelligence, learning, memory and cognition. There is an emphasis on making these concepts highly relevant by demonstrating their application to everyday behaviour. The unit also holds to the goals of psychology as a science: to describe, understand, predict, and influence our own behaviour and that of others. It also provides a solid grounding for any further study in psychology, the social sciences or other programs that relate to social interactions.</p>
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<p>This may include: - nervous system - sensation and perception - intelligence - consciousness - language - learning - memory - cognition - discipline-specific activities based on application of concepts to the student`s assessment tasks - the science of psychology</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Psychology
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
090701 - Psychology
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/behav1002">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p>must not have completed 1 of "ATSGC1359" / "PSYCB1001" / "<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=PSYCB1101" target="_blank">PSYCB1101</a>"</p>
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
Learning Outcomes
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K1
<p>Demonstrate an awareness of the complexity of human behaviour</p>
K2
<p>Identify and describe the concept of the biopsychosocial interactions</p>
K3
<p>Describe the key theories and concepts in biological and cognitive psychology</p>
S1
<p>Competently outline how cognitive and neurological processes impact upon behaviour</p>
S2
<p>Identify and critique the evidence used to support current approaches to understanding behaviour</p>
A1
<p>Adopt a scientific approach to understanding behaviour</p>
A2
<p>Demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate psychological science research</p>
A3
<p>Effectively communicate their own, and others, research ideas in written reports and presentations</p>
Assessment
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<p>Demonstrate and apply knowledge from the required readings, lectures and tutorials in response to questions</p>
<p>Mid Semester Quizzes</p>
<p>15-25%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S2, A1
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<p>Utilise information from the required readings and peer-reviewed sources to explain important concepts and findings from psychological research in the form of a newspaper article or blog post targeted at the general population.</p>
<p>Written Assignment</p>
<p>35-45%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, A1, A2, A3
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<p>Demonstrate and apply knowledge from the required readings, lectures and tutorials in response to multiple-choice and/or short-answer questions</p>
<p>Test</p>
<p>35-45%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S2, A1
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
FedTASK
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
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Description of FedTASK outcome
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Psychology
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
090701 - Psychology
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/behav1002">View unit fees</a>
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