PSYC 3611 Risk and Decision Making

Cognitive processes underlying the perception of risk, problem solving, judgment, and decision making will be examined. Cognitive, social-cognitive, neuroscience, and developmental perspectives to risk assessment and decision-making will be explored. Topics covered include algorithms, heuristics, biases, quantitative literacy, brain substrates, risky behavior and delinquency, game theory, and behavioral economics. 


Credits

3

Lecture Hours

3 hours

Prerequisite

At least a C in PSYC 1101 or PSYC 1101H