IX. Graduate Programs
Psychology
Courses
Restriction: All courses are restricted to Psychology graduate students; all others are by permission only. Students from all areas of
Psychology may choose from the Department Core courses. For convenience, the other graduate courses are categorized by area,
but students from any area may take courses from outside their specific area with the permission of their thesis advisor and
with instructor consent. In fact, in some cases, students are encouraged to take courses out of area as these courses are
specified in their list of electives or required courses.
Departmental Core Courses
| PSYC*6060 Research Design and Statistics U [0.50] |
| This course covers non-parametric and parametric hypothesis testing and estimation, analysis of variance and covariance, and
multiple correlation and multiple regression. Current controversial issues are presented.
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| PSYC*6190 Research Project U [1.00] |
| This course is an option for students in the applied streams of MA studies who do not plan on proceeding to a PhD program.
Under the supervision of a faculty member, students will design and conduct an empirical investigation in their area of emphasis.
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| PSYC*6380 Psychological Applications of Multivariate Analysis U [0.50] |
| This course emphasizes the use of multivariate techniques in psychological research. Both predictive (e.g., regression, canonical
correlation, discriminant analysis, MANOVA) and reduction (e.g., factor analysis, multidimensional scaling, cluster analysis)
techniques are considered in addition to the use of both observed and latent variable structural models.
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| PSYC*6522 Research Seminar II U [0.50] |
| An in-depth review of current theoretical and empirical developments in topic areas related to the student's area of specialization.
The course requirements may include the completion of an empirical research project.
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| PSYC*6670 Research Methods U [0.50] |
| This course emphasizes those techniques most frequently used in applied and field settings. These include: quasi-experimental
designs, survey research, interviewing, questionnaire design, observational techniques, and other more qualitative methods.
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| PSYC*6880 Ethical Issues in Psychology U [0.25] |
| Relevant issues in the application of professional ethical standards to the practice of psychology, including consultation,
field research, intervention, and decision-making models are discussed in this half course. Depending on the particular faculty
and students involved, discussion emphasizes specific applications to either I/O or applied developmental/social psychology.
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| PSYC*6890 Legislation and Professional Practice U [0.25] |
| This companion course to PSYC*6880, Ethics in Psychology, provides an introduction to the Provincial and Federal legislation governing the practice of psychology.
Students will become familiar with legislation relevant to professional practice with children and adults in hospital, educational,
community, and other settings.
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| Co-requisite(s): |
PSYC*6880 |
| PSYC*7070 Psychological Measurement U [0.50] |
| Concepts and applications of classical measurement theory, especially reliability and validity of tests and measurements used
in applied psychology. Principles of test construction, standardization, norming, administration, and interpretation are discussed,
as well as integration of test information and its use in decision making.
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| Restriction(s): |
Instructor's signature required |
Neuroscience and Applied Cognitive Science
| PSYC*6740 Research Seminar in Neuroscience and Applied Cognitive Science A U [0.50] |
| This course will expose graduate students to some of the major theories, issues and methodologies driving research in the
broad field of Neuroscience and Applied Cognitive Science. Students will learn to critically evaluate presentations by researchers
as well as to communicate the results of their own research, in both a written and oral format. All first year master's students
in NACS are required to enroll in this course in both the fall and winter semesters.
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| PSYC*6750 Applications of Cognitive Science U [0.50] |
| This course surveys applications of cognitive science to the problem of optimizing human performance. Topics of discussion
will include human-system interactions (including Human-Computer and Human-Vehicle), education, and cognitive rehabilitation.
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| PSYC*6760 Research Seminar in Neuroscience and Applied Cognitive Science B U [0.00] |
| This course will expose graduate students to some of the major theories, issues and methodologies driving the research broad
field of Neuroscience and Applied Cognitive Science. Students will learn to critically evaluate presentations by researchers
in this field as well as to communicate the results of their own research, in both a written and oral format. All second year
master's and doctoral students in NACS are required to enroll in this course each fall and winter semester of their graduate
program until they graduate.
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| PSYC*6780 Foundations of Cognitive Science U [0.50] |
| Cognitive Science is an inter-disciplinary field that encompasses cognitive psychology, neuroscience, philosophy, and computer
science. The foundational issues and basic methodologies that define cognitive science will be discussed, with specific examples
from perception, learning, memory, language, decision-making, and problem solving.
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| Restriction(s): |
Restricted to Psychology graduate students; all others by permission only |
| PSYC*6790 Memory and Cognition U [0.50] |
| This course reviews the major theories, issues and methodologies guiding contemporary research in human memory and related
aspects of human cognition. Topics include the encoding and retrieval of information, the nature of representations in memory,
classifications of memory, and applications to reading and eyewitness testimony.
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| PSYC*6810 Neuropsychology U [0.50] |
| This course focuses on current developments in neuropsychology. Particular emphasis is placed on the aphasias, apraxias, memory
disorders, and disorders of movement.
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Applied Social Psychology
| PSYC*6270 Issues in Social Policy U [0.50] |
| This doctoral course examines historical developments and selected contemporary policy domains in Canada. Topics may include
policies affecting children, families, the elderly, First Nations people, the mentally and physically disabled, and one parent
families. The course also addresses the interplay between social and psychological research and policy formation, as well
as the use of social policy as an instrument of social change.
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| PSYC*6590 Social and Community Intervention U [0.50] |
| A highly applied course that focuses on the epidemiology of mental disorders, the design and implementation of preventive
interventions with children, youth, and adults in the community, as well as stress and coping theory and practice.
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| PSYC*6640 Foundations of Applied Social Psychology U [0.50] |
| This course examines theory and research in social psychology, particularly in those areas most relevant to applied concerns.
Topics may include attribution, attitudes, social relationships, language and communication, and self and identity.
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| PSYC*6830 Applied Social Psychology U [0.50] |
| This course reviews selected theories, methods and problem areas in applied social psychology. Issues involved in the conduct
and application of social research, as well as alternative paradigms for such research, are discussed.
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Clinical Psychology: Applied Developmental Emphasis
| PSYC*6020 Clinical and Diagnostic Interviewing Skills S [0.50] |
| This course provides practical training in clinical and diagnostic interviewing. Through role-play, direct observation, and
in-vivo practice, students will learn how to conduct assessment and diagnostic interviews, and clinical dialogues with children
and adults. This course is open only to graduate students in the CP:ADE field.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
Completion of all MA level course work except for the thesis |
| Restriction(s): |
Open only to graduate students in the Clinical Psychology: Applied Developmental Emphasis (CP:ADE) field |
| PSYC*6270 Issues in Social Policy U [0.50] |
| This doctoral course examines historical developments and selected contemporary policy domains in Canada. Topics may include
policies affecting children, families, the elderly, First Nations people, the mentally and physically disabled, and one parent
families. The course also addresses the interplay between social and psychological research and policy formation, as well
as the use of social policy as an instrument of social change.
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| PSYC*6610 Advanced Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy U [0.50] |
| This course will consider newly emerging developments in child and adolescent psychotherapy, as well as issues of power relationships,
cultural sensitivity and empirical support. In preparation, students should endeavor to complete two therapy cases prior to
the commencement of the course.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*6580 and PSYC*7993 (may be taken concurrently).
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| Restriction(s): |
This course is open only to graduate students in the CP:ADE field. |
| PSYC*6630 Developmental Psychology U [0.50] |
| This course examines issues in the areas of cognitive, social, and emotional development. Specific research topics and theoretical
issues concerning the nature of development are discussed.
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| PSYC*6690 Cognitive Assessment of Children and Adolescents U [0.50] |
| This course considers standards, ethics, uses and interpretation of selected intelligence and other cognitive tests. Students
administer tests, score, interpret and write reports under supervision.
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| Restriction(s): |
This course is open only to graduate students in the CP:ADE field. |
| PSYC*7991 CP:ADE Clinical Practicum I U [0.25] |
| This CP:ADE practicum is typically undertaken at the Center for Psychological Services, one day a week over a semester, to
enhance skills introduced in other clinical courses. Expectations for the course will be based on the student's current level
of clinical skill. Students will work with diverse clients, and gain knowledge of ethics and jurisprudence in a clinical setting.
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| Restriction(s): |
Restricted to students in the CP:ADE area of specialization |
| PSYC*7992 CP:ADE Clinical Practicum II U [0.50] |
| This CP:ADE practicum is undertaken in a school board, psychological services department for two days a week over one semester.
Students will develop clinical assessment skills with a diversity of clients, work with interdisciplinary teams, and apply
knowledge of ethics and jurisprudence to educational settings. A passing grade and a satisfactory rating on the practical
component must be acheived in PSYC*6690 and PSYC*6700 to enrol in this course.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*6010, PSYC*6690, and PSYC*6700 |
| Restriction(s): |
Restricted to students in the CP:ADE area of specialization |
| PSYC*7993 CP:ADE Clinical Practicum III U [1.00] |
| This CP:ADE practicum is undertaken in a children's mental health setting two days a week over two semesters. Students will
develop complex assessment and therapy skills with diverse clients, work with interdisciplinary team, and apply knowledge
of ethics and jurisprudence to mental health settings.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*6471 or PSYC*7992 |
| Restriction(s): |
Restricted to students in the CP:ADE area of specialization, Instructor's signature required. |
| PSYC*8000 Clinical Internship U [0.00] |
| A mark of satisfactory (SAT) in this course indicates that a student in the Clinical Psychology: Applied Developmental Emphasis
(CP:ADE) field has successfully completed a full year (1800-2000 hour) internship in an accredited clinical setting (e.g.,
CPA or APA) approved by the Director of Clinical Training for CP:ADE.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
Completion of all course work in the CP:ADE field, the PhD qualifying examination, and the PhD Thesis proposal at the time
of application, one year in advance of beginning the clinical internship.
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Industrial/Organizational Psychology
| PSYC*7010 Recruitment and Selection: Methods and Outcomes U [0.50] |
| The course explores organizational issues in the recruitment and selection of new employees. Topics may include: individual
differences, human rights, survey-based job analysis, recruitment methods and outcomes, selection methods and outcomes, hiring,
decision making and employee placement/classification.
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| PSYC*7020 Employee Performance U [0.50] |
| This course focuses on issues that relate to employee performance. Individuals and organizations are interested in maximizing
the contributions of employees at work. This course focuses on performance-based job analysis, criterion theory, performance
management/appraisal, employee socialization, compensation, benefits, technology, and labour relations.
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| PSYC*7030 Work Attitudes and Behaviour U [0.50] |
| This course examines micro-level influences on organizational behaviour. Topics may include: organizational commitment, job
satisfaction, emotions, other work attitudes and attitude change, organizational citizenship behaviours, withdrawal behaviours,
employee well-being, deviance, and work-life integration.
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| PSYC*7040 Social Processes in the Workplace U [0.50] |
| This course examines social processes in the workplace. Topics may include: groups, teams, and intergroup processes; justice;
diversity in the workplace; prejudice and discrimination; harassment and unethical behaviour; climate, culture change; and,
organizational development.
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| PSYC*7050 Research Seminar in Industrial/Organizational Psychology U [0.00] |
| This course will expose graduate students to some of the major theories, issues, and methodologies driving research in the
field of Industrial/Organizational psychology. Students will learn to critically evaluate presentations by researchers in
this field, as well as to communicate the results of their own research, in both written and an oral format. All students
are required to enroll in this course.
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| Restriction(s): |
Psychology students only. |
| PSYC*7080 Consulting in Industrial/Organizational Psychology U [0.00] |
| The course introduces students to consulting in I/O Psychology through actual consulting projects with local organization.
Topics include: marketing consulting services, understanding consulting, client and project management. Specific projects
will vary from semester to semester based on work secured with local organizations (e.g. training, surveys, coaching).
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| Prerequisite(s): |
Registration in the graduate IO psychology program and permission of the Instructor. |
| PSYC*7130 Introduction to Industrial/Organizational Psychology U [0.50] |
| This course introduces graduate students to a broad range of topics in Industrial/Organizational psychology. It emphasizes
researcher-practitioner issues, consumer behaviour, professionalism, ethics, and theory building. As well, graduate students
will learn about contemporary issues in I-O Psychology.
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| PSYC*7160 Employee Development: Methods and Outcomes U [0.50] |
| This course explores development in an organization context. Employee learning and development is a key focus for employees
and organizations. This course covers functional job analysis, career development, succession management, multi-source feedback,
training, coaching/mentoring and employee counseling.
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| PSYC*7190 Work Motivation and Leadership U [0.50] |
| This course examines theories, research, and application of work motivation and leadership within an organizational context.
The course will include a description of classic and contemporary theories of work motivation and leadership, a critical evaluation
of the research findings, and a discussion of the application of the research findings to the work environment.
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| Restriction(s): |
Psychology students only. |
