XII. Course Descriptions
Psychology
Department of Psychology
Students in all Psychology courses will be encouraged to participate in the on-going research of the department, through independent
study courses: PSYC*3900 , PSYC*3910, PSYC*4500, PSYC*4510, PSYC*4870 and PSYC*4880.
The required number of Psychology credits for the Major is 9.00. Students may choose to take up to an additional 2.00 credits
in Psychology. The maximum number of credits at each level is as follows:
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1000 level courses: 1 credit
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2000 level courses: 3.5 credits
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3000 level courses: 3.5 credits
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4000 level courses: 3 credits
Students wishing to take a 2000, 3000 or 4000 level course without having completed the appropriate prerequisites must receive
permission of the instructor who will determine whether the student has the required background for the course.
Honours Courses: Courses designated with (H) are for students in Psychology Honours programs. These include: B.A. Honours Psychology (PYSC)
major or minor, B.A. Information Systems and Human Behaviour (ISHB) major, B.Sc. Psychology: Brain and Cognition (PBC), major
or minor, and the Neuroscience (NEUR) minor. A cumulative average of at least 70% in all course attempts in Psychology or
registration in the ISHB major, NEUR minor, or PBC major or minor is required to enroll in H designated courses.
Psychology Core: Courses designated with (C) are Psychology Core courses. Students registered in Psychology programs are advised
to complete at least 2.00 credits of the Psychology Core at the 2000 level prior to attempting any 3000 level Psychology credit.
For courses without semester designations, please check with the department. The remaining courses will normally be offered
as indicated. Advance schedules are available in the department.
| PSYC*1000 Introduction to Psychology S,F,W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This is an introduction to the content and methods of psychology. It will cover the major areas such as neuroscience, sensation
and perception, learning, cognition, motivation, human development, personality, psychopathology and its treatment, and social
psychology.
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| Offering(s): |
Also offered through Distance Education format. |
| Restriction(s): |
PSYC*1100, PSYC*1200 |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*2040 Research Statistics F,W (2-2) [0.50] |
| This course emphasizes inferential tests applied to psychological research, skills of data analysis, as well as the use and
interpretation of output from statistical software. Topics covered include the t-test, various forms of analysis of variance,
chi-square, bivariate and multiple regression, as well as multivariate data analysis.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
(1 of PSYC*1010, PSYC*2010, STAT*2040),..PSYC*2360 |
| Co-requisite(s): |
PSYC*2360 |
| Restriction(s): |
PSYC*3320 |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*2310 Introduction to Social Psychology S,F,W (3-0) [0.50] |
| The content and research methods of social psychology will be explored in lectures and seminars. Content includes social perception,
attraction, group dynamics, leadership, conflict and cooperation, attitude change, aggression and conformity. (C)
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| Offering(s): |
Also offered through Distance Education format. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
1 of PSYC*1000, PSYC*1100, PSYC*1200 |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*2330 Principles of Learning F,W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course is an introduction to the basic principles and concepts of classical and instrumental conditioning paradigms of
learning. (C)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
1 of PSYC*1000, PSYC*1100, PSYC*1200 |
| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access Course. Some restrictions may apply during some time periods. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*2390 Principles of Sensation and Perception F,W (3-0) [0.50] |
| The course objective is to consider the processes of sensory inputs and perception. Approaches ranging from psychophysiology
and cognitive psychology to physiology and anatomy will be used. In considering the psychology of sensation and perception,
some of the anatomical and physiological aspects of selected senses will be covered in detail and the roles of experience,
organization of inputs, and theories of perception are discussed. Topics to be emphasized will vary with the instructor, but
may include ontogenetic development, learning, and modification of inputs and their perception. Students will participate
in on-line laboratory demonstrations and experiments. (C)
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| Offering(s): |
Also offered through Distance Education format. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
1 of PSYC*1000, PSYC*1100, PSYC*1200 |
| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access Course. Some restrictions may apply during some time periods. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*2410 Behavioural Neuroscience I F,W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course is a general introduction to the structure and function of the nervous system. The physiological basis of sensory
(input) systems and the motor (output) system are examined as are central physiological bases of processes such as arousal
and emotion.
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| Offering(s): |
Also offered through Distance Education format. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
1 of PSYC*1000, PSYC*1100, PSYC*1200 |
| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access Course. Some restrictions may apply during some time periods. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*2450 Introduction to Developmental Psychology F,W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course is an introduction to and an analysis of the major theories of developmental psychology. Emphasis will be placed
on the processes of development in the child including physical growth, perception, cognition, personality and interactions
with the social environment. The application of developmental psychology to educational and social issues will be discussed.
(C)
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| Offering(s): |
Also offered through Distance Education format. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
1 of PSYC*1000, PSYC*1100, PSYC*1200 |
| Restriction(s): |
FRHD*2270. This is a Priority Access Course. Some restrictions may apply during some time periods.
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*2650 Cognitive Psychology F,W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course is an introduction to cognitive processes, including topics in the areas of attention, memory, language and reasoning.
Students will be exposed to and participate in on-line laboratory demonstrations and experiments. (C)
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| Offering(s): |
Also offered through Distance Education format. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
1 of PSYC*1000, PSYC*1100, PSYC*1200 |
| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access Course. Some restrictions may apply during some time periods. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*2740 Personality S,F,W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course is a review of the theory, assessment procedures and research findings pertinent to major personality constructs.
Personality research, methodology and design will also be covered. (C)
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| Offering(s): |
Also offered through Distance Education format. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
1 of PSYC*1000, PSYC*1100, PSYC*1200 |
| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access Course. Some restrictions may apply during some time periods. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3020 Psychology of Law U (3-0) [0.50] |
| An examination of psychological methods, findings and theories in the study of law. Topics will include the fallibility of
the eyewitness; juror decisional processes; credibility of witnesses and attorneys; socialization into legal systems, police
behaviour, etc.
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| Offering(s): |
Also offered through Distance Education format. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*2310 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3070 Psychology in Human Resource Management U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course explores the application of psychological theory and measurement in human resources management. A dual perspective
is taken: that of the worker impacted by these practices and that of the manager responsible for implementing them. Specific
topics include recruitment, personnel selection, performance management, training, and executive assessment, development,
and succession.
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| Offering(s): |
Also offered through Distance Education format. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*2310 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Restriction(s): |
BUS*3000.
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3080 Organizational Psychology F,W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course examines current theories and practices in organizational psychology. Selected topics may include motivation,
turnover, absenteeism, leadership, job design, work attitudes, organizational justice, and organizational development and
change.
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| Offering(s): |
Also offered through Distance Education format. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*2310 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Restriction(s): |
BUS*2090.
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3100 Evolutionary Psychology U (3-0) [0.50] |
| Evolutionary Psychology (EP) offers a Darwinian frame of reference for studying questions about human nature. After reviewing
basic material on genetics and natural selection, we will examine and criticize the contribution of EP to the understanding
of the various aspects of individual and social behaviour, such as altruism, logic, mate selection, health, morality, aesthetics,
and the role of culture.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*2360 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3110 Topics in Health Psychology U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course covers research in health psychology. Possible topics include the interplay of psychosocial factors, behaviour,
and physical health; pediatric health psychology; health interventions at the individual, family, group or community levels.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*2310, PSYC*2450 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3250 Psychological Measurement U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course is an introduction to the theory of psychological measurement and measurement procedures presently used in psychology.
Coverage will include such topics as reliability, validity, test construction; and the measurement of ability, personality,
attitudes, interest and achievement. (H)
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| Offering(s): |
Also offered through Distance Education format. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*2040 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3280 Minds, Brains & Machines U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course will introduce the student to basic issues in cognitive science from philosophical and psychological perspectives.
Connectionism, Turing Machines, artificial intelligence, and alternative naturalistic models of the mind will be among the
topics explored.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
1.50 credits in Psychology or 1.50 credits in Philosophy |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3300 The Psychology of Gender U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course will examine the theories and psychological research that deals with the impact of gender upon people's lives
and behaviour. Topics will include gender-role socialization and stereotypes; gender-related status and power differentials;
and gender differences and dynamics in the physiological, intrapsychic, interpersonal, and socio-cultural domains.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
(1 of PSYC*1000, PSYC*1100, PSYC*1200) and at least 1.00 credits of the psychology core (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3310 Applied Social Psychology U (3-0) [0.50] |
| A number of applied issues will be examined from a social psychological perspective. These may include aggression, prejudice,
helping, mental illness, crime and addiction. The format will consist of reading, discussion and research/field projects.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*2310 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3330 Memory U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course is an examination of theoretical and empirical studies of the psychological nature of the acquisition, storage
and retrieval of information. Students will be exposed to and participate in on-line laboratory demonstrations and experiments.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*2650 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3340 Psycholinguistics U (3-0) [0.50] |
| An introduction to the conceptions of the structure of language as they relate to processes underlying the acquisition, production,
perception and understanding of speech, and to empirical studies that bear on these conceptions.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
LING*1000 or PSYC*2650 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3350 Cross-Cultural Psychology F (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course provides an examination of cultural differences from the perspective of psychology, and of individual and group
relations within and between culturally diverse societies. The primary goal of this course is to provide a framework and knowledge
base with which to understand the various contexts, processes and outcomes of intercultural contact.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
9.50 credits including PSYC*2310 |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3370 Experimental Design and Analysis F (3-1) [0.50] |
| This course is intended for students planning to complete PSYC*4870 and PSYC*4880 in preparation for graduate studies in Psychology. This course emphasizes (1) the model comparison approach to analysis of
variance and (2) effective scientific communication. Issues related to design choice, power, multiple-comparisons and categorical
data analysis will be reviewed. Laboratory exercises will include SPSS applications and research projects. (H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*2360, (1 of PSYC*2040, PSYC*3320 or STAT*2050)
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| Restriction(s): |
PSYC*3371/2. A minimum grade point average of 75% in Psychology courses.
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3380 Non-experimental Research Methods W (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course is intended for students planning to complete PSYC*4870 and PSYC*4880 in preparation for graduate studies in Psychology. This course addresses issues related to the internal and external validity
of quasi-experimental, correlation and other non-experimental research methods, survey sampling and the development and refinement
of survey questions. Course work includes SPSS applications, research projects and style of effective scientific communication.
(H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*2360, (1 of PSYC*2040, PSYC*3320 or STAT*2050)
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| Restriction(s): |
PSYC*3371/2. A minimum grade point average of 75% in Psychology courses.
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3390 Abnormal Psychology U (3-0) [0.50] |
| Current theory and research in the field of abnormal psychology will be examined in terms of various models (biological, behavioral,
social and psychodynamic). Selected topics may include: stress and anxiety, affective disorders, schizophrenia, psychophysiological
and personality disorders, and mental health.
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| Offering(s): |
Also offered through Distance Education format. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*2740 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3410 Behavioural Neuroscience II U (3-2) [0.50] |
| This course will focus on contemporary research and theory related to such selected topics as physiological correlates of
memory, learning, motivation, emotion, stress, sensory and motor functions. Both the central and peripheral components of
the nervous system will be examined in relation to the above.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
BIOL*1090 or PSYC*2410 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access Course. Some restrictions may apply during some time periods. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3440 Cognitive Development U (3-0) [0.50] |
| An examination of theory and research pertaining to children's intellectual development. Topics include children's learning
and the development of perception, memory, thinking and language.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*2270 or PSYC*2450 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3450 Social and Personality Development U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course is an examination of research, methodological issues and theories concerning personality-social development. Topics
may include temperament, imitation, parent-child interaction, and the development of attachments, sex-roles, morality, aggression
and pro-social behaviour.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*2270 or PSYC*2450 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access Course. Some restrictions may apply during some time periods. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3460 Abnormal Development U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course will focus on theory, research and aspects of current practice concerning abnormal psychological development in
childhood and adolescence.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*2270 or PSYC*2450 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Restriction(s): |
This is a Priority Access Course. Some restrictions may apply during some time periods. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3480 Psychology of Sport U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course provides an examination of individual and group behaviour in physical activities and sports. Emphasis will be
placed on understanding psychological concepts which are pertinent to sports, e.g., motivation, social and personality development,
cognition, leadership and group dynamics.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
(PSYC*2310 or PSYC*2740) (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3570 The Psychology of Death and Dying U (3-0) [0.50] |
| An examination of theory, research, and issues in the psychology of death and dying. Emphasis is upon the cognitive operations
used to process information about death and the influence of death constructs in daily life. Topics include the development
of death concepts throughout the life-span, death anxiety in society, the needs of the dying person, the psychology of grieving,
and unexpected losses such as deaths by suicide or miscarriage.
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| Offering(s): |
Offered through Distance Education format only. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
1 of PSYC*2310, PSYC*2740, PSYC*2450, work experience in related fields, Instructor consent (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3660 Contemporary Psychology U (3-0) [0.50] |
| Some current developments in psychology. Topics will vary with the interests of faculty members assigned to the course and
will be announced prior to the course selection period.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
Previous study related to the topic area (also see psychology core statement) |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3690 Community Mental Health U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course is an introduction to the principles and practices of community mental health and community psychology. The course
deals with the application of public health concepts to the field of mental health, the epidemiology of mental disorder in
the community, the design and evaluation of preventive programs for populations at risk of illness, and the creation of alternatives
to institutional treatment of the mentally ill. This course should be of special interest to students who are planning to
pursue careers in such human service fields as social work and occupational therapy.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*2310 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3850 Intellectual Disabilities U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course covers applied and theoretical aspects of intellectual disabilities, and lays a foundation for work in the area
of intellectual disabilities.
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| Offering(s): |
Also offered through Distance Education format. |
| Prerequisite(s): |
FRHD*2270 or PSYC*2450 (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3900 Psychology Research Internship F,W,S (0-6) [0.50] |
| This course provides an experiential learning opportunity through the active participation of the student in a faculty member's
ongoing research program. It is expected that students will develop a broader appreciation of the relationship between knowledge,
theory and research while acquiring basic skills in research methodologies and modes of inquiry. The course will require involvement
in both the practice and reporting of research.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
(1 of PSYC*1000, PSYC*1100, PSYC*1200), (1 of PSYC*1010, PSYC*2010, STAT*2040) and at least 1.00 credits at the 2000 level of the psychology core.
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| Restriction(s): |
Instructor consent required. The student must consult the supervisory faculty member before selecting or registering for the course. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*3910 Psychology Externship F,W,S (0-6) [0.50] |
| An independent program of study formally integrating the student's academic study with one or more work experiences, to be
decided by the student in consultation with the supervisory faculty (normally the department's co-op coordinator) prior to
registration in the course. In order to qualify for this course, the student must be employed in a work setting at the time
of registration to help ensure that a suitable project is feasible in the context of a work placement or employment. The department
is not responsible for obtaining employment. The course project is aimed at making a significant contribution to the work
setting. The student must consult with the supervisory faculty before selecting or registering for the course. (Enrolment
is limited. Not open to co-op students.)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
(1 of PSYC*1000, PSYC*1100, PSYC*1200), (1 of PSYC*1010, PSYC*2010, STAT*2040) and at least 1.00 credits at the 2000 level of the psychology core) or enrolment in the B.Comm Program, Human Resources
Management Major.
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| Restriction(s): |
Instructor consent required. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*4050 Seminar in Animal Learning F (3-0) [0.50] |
| Major areas of research in animal learning will be covered in a seminar format. Students will orally present research articles
and/or review articles in a selected topic in Animal Learning. The selected topic will vary on the basis of the expertise
of the instructor. Students will be expected to develop a research proposal as a significant component of the course. (H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
14 credits including PSYC*2330, PSYC*2410 |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*4320 Advanced Applied Social Psychology U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This seminar course deals with topics of an applied social nature. This course may focus on a single or a variety of topics
such as: health, forensics, conflict (inter-group and interpersonal), social justice and cultural issues. This course addresses
both research and practice issues and covers a variety of theories and methodologies. (H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
1 of PSYC*3300, PSYC*3310, PSYC*3350, PSYC*3450 |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*4330 Advanced Topics in I/O Psychology U (3-0) [0.50] |
| Students will examine theoretical and methodological issues in selected topic areas of industrial/organizational psychology.
The focal area of the course, or range of industrial/organizational topics covered by the course, will vary depending on instructor.
Selected topic areas may include leadership issues, gender issues, human rights issues, recruitment methods and outcomes,
functional job analysis and validation methods, job performance criteria and appraisal tools, selection processes and tools,
organizational justice, work attitudes, and prejudice and discrimination in the workplace. Specific topic areas will be announced
prior to the course selection period. (H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*3070 or PSYC*3080 |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*4370 History of Psychology U (3-0) [0.50] |
| The historical roots of modern psychology. Students electing to major by completing the Honours Thesis Courses I and II should
note that they are expected to also take either PSYC*4900, or this course, prior to, or concurrent with, either PSYC*4870 or PSYC*4880 (see Graduate Advisory Note under Major). (H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
4.00 credits in psychology, with at least 1.00 credits at the 3000 level or above. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*4440 Contemporary Issues in Child Development U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course is primarily designed for students in the Psychology program whose special interests are developmental. Students
will examine theoretical and methodological issues in a specific area of developmental psychology. The course will involve
detailed evaluation of selected studies and when appropriate, student research projects. (H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*2360, (PSYC*3440 or PSYC*3450)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*4460 Seminar in Clinical Psychology F (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course deals with issues and theories in clinical psychology. It is intended primarily for honours students in psychology
who plan to pursue further training in clinical psychology at the graduate level or who plan to work in a setting where knowledge
of clinical psychology would be an asset. Topics may include psychological assessment, treatment, and outcome research. Students
will acquire an understanding of the scientific and professional roles of clinical psychologists, key concepts and techniques
of the major orientations of psychotherapy, and current debates in the field. (H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*3390 or PSYC*3460 |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*4470 Advanced Topics in Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience F (3-0) [0.50] |
| Major areas of contemporary behavioural or cognitive neuroscience will be covered in a seminar format. Selected topic areas
may include the neural basis of learning, memory, attention, sensation, and perception. The selected topic, to be announced
prior to course selection, will vary on the basis of the expertise of the instructor.
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| Prerequisite(s): |
( PSYC*2410, 1.50 credits in Psychology at the 3000 level) or NEUR*2000
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| Restriction(s): |
Restricted to students in BAH.PSYC,BAH.PSYC:C, BAH.ISHB, BSCH.PBC, BSCH.NEUR or a minor in Neuroscience with a minimum cumulative
average of 70% in all Psychology course attempts and a minimum of 14.00 completed courses. This is a Priority Access Course. Some restrictions may apply during some time periods.
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*4500 Current Theoretical Issues in Psychology S,F,W (3-0) [0.50] |
| An independent program of study in topics of current theoretical import in psychology, to be decided by the student in consultation
with the supervisory faculty member before the student may select or register for the course. (H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
4.00 credits in psychology, with at least 1.00 credits at the 3000 level or above |
| Restriction(s): |
Instructor consent required. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*4510 Current Issues in Psychology S,F,W (0-6) [0.50] |
| The study of issues of current interests in psychology. Topics will vary with the interests of faculty members assigned to
the course and will be announced prior to the course selection period. The course is available either as a senior lecture/seminar
course with regularly scheduled class times, or as an independent study course with the topic and schedule decided in advance
by the student in conjunction with a supervisory faculty member. (H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
4.00 credits in psychology, with at least 1.00 credits at the 3000 level or above and previous study related to the topic
area (also see psychology core statement)
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| Restriction(s): |
Instructor consent required. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*4600 Cognitive Neuroscience U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course will focus on methods used in contemporary cognitive neuroscience (including but not limited to: PET, functional
MRI, EEG, intracranial stimulation and recording) as they aid in the elucidation of neural basis of behaviour. (H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
(1 of PSYC*2390, PSYC*2410, PSYC*2650), (also see psychology core statement)
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| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*4750 Seminar in Motivation and Emotion U (3-0) [0.50] |
| This course examines the topics of motivation and emotion from various subdisciplinary perspectives, adopting a senior seminar
format and problem-centred approach. (H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
15.0 credits |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*4870 Honours Thesis I S,F,W (3-0) [0.50] |
| Under individual faculty supervision, students plan, develop, and write a research proposal and prepare an extensive review
paper on their area of research. Group sessions are held on research ethics, subject protocols and computer data handling
techniques. This course will be graded on a Pass/Fail basis. Note that enrolment in this course is limited and academic records
are used for student selection. Course registration requires the signature of the Chair or the Associate Chair. This signature
is contingent upon the student demonstrating they have obtained a Thesis Supervisor's signature on the department's Thesis
Registration Form and have an academic standing appropriate for application to graduate programs (see Graduate Advisory under
Major). As well, registration for Honours Thesis I will require that either PSYC*4370 or PSYC*4900 is taken prior to, or concurrent with, either PSYC*4870 or PSYC*4880. (H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
PSYC*3370, PSYC*3380 |
| Co-requisite(s): |
PSYC*3370 for students enrolled in the Psychology-COOP major.
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| Restriction(s): |
A minimum grade point average of 75% in Psychology courses. Instructor consent required. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
| PSYC*4900 Psychology Seminar U (3-0) [0.50] |
| Student seminars and discussions will be organized around theoretical and substantive issues in the discipline of psychology.
A major objective is to assist advanced undergraduate students to achieve a degree of synthesis of materials studied in their
previous psychology courses (also see psychology core statement). Students electing to Major by completing the Honours Thesis
I and II should note that they are expected to also take either PSYC*4370, or this course, prior to, or concurrent with, either PSYC*4870 or PSYC*4880 (see Graduate Advisory under Major). (H)
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| Prerequisite(s): |
14.00 credits (including 4.00 credits in psychology, with at least 1.00 credits at the 3000 level or above) |
| Restriction(s): |
Registration in a Psychology Major of an Honours program. |
| Department(s): |
Department of Psychology |
