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2012/2013 COURSE OFFERINGS

The University 2012-13 Timetable will be available on SOLUS on June 18th, 2012 (tentative)

Please note that not all courses are available in any given year due to sabbaticals and leaves. Below you will find
a list of all of our courses with an indication of which ones are offered this year.


PSYC-100/6.0 Principles of Psychology		1L;1P
An introductory survey of basic areas of psychology including perception, cognition, learning and motivation and their biological substrata. Also reviewed are child development, individual differences, social psychology and behaviour disorders. Research participation experience is provided for students on an individual voluntary basis. Students are encouraged to participate in up to five hours of research experimentation. Research participation is not available in the correspondence course. Sections 001, 002, 003, 004 Limit: 450 Section 005 Limit: 85
Coordinators	Atkinson/Johnsrude	FALL - WINTER
Sections 001-004	Team taught - FALL: Johnsrude, Chivers WINTER: Fitneva, TBA
Section 005	Atkinson/Johnsrude	Online


PSYC-202/3.0 Statistics in Psychology		3L;1T
An introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics in psychology. Topics will include descriptive statistics, probability, correlation and regression, experimental design and one-way ANOVA. Enrollment is restricted to students in a PSYC major or medial concentration
PREREQUISITE	B- /70% in PSYC 100/6.0
EXCLUSIONS	BIOL 243/3.0, CHEE 209/3.0, COMM 162/3.0, ECON 250/3.0, GPHY 247/3.0, KNPE 251/3.0 (or PHED 251/3.0), NURS 323/3.0; POLS 385/3.0, SOCY 211/3.0, STAT 261/3.0, 263/3.0, 264/3.0, 267/3.0, 268/3.0, 269/3.0, 367/3.0.
Limit: 220	Holden	FALL
Note:	Lectures will be held two of the three scheduled times a week. The third hour will be used as required for tutorials or question periods. Labs are scheduled weekly and alternate between tutorials and drop-in help sessions.

PSYC-203/3.0 Research Methods in Psychology		3L;1.5P
An introduction to basic research methodologies. Labs will include the collection and statistical analysis of data, and the reporting of experimental findings. To introduce students to the breadth of psychological research, there will be a series guest lecturers in which professors present their own research. Enrollment is limited. Restricted to students in a major or medial concentration in psychology.
PREREQUISITES	One of PSYC 202/3.0; BIOL 243/3.0; CHEE 209/3.0; ECON 250/3.0; GPHY 247/3.0; KNPE 251/3.0 (formerly PHED 251/3.0); NURS 323/3.0; POLS 385/3.0; SOCY 211/3.0; STAT 261/3.0; STAT 263/3.0; STAT 267/3.0; STAT 367/3.0; COMM 162/3.0
Limit: 220	TBA	WINTER

PSYC-205/3.0 Introduction to Comparative Cognition		1.5L;1.5P
The evolution and function of cognition across species, ranging from invertebrates to humans. Topics include perception, attention, associate mechanisms, categorization, decision making and memory. Each will be examined from a comparative and biological perspective. Laboratory exercises complement topics to be covered in the lectures. Enrollment is limited.
PREREQUISITE	B- /70% in PSYC 100/6.0
Limit: 120	Olmstead	FALL

PSYC-215/3.0 Sensation and Perception		3L
The course introduces sensory information processing and perception as well as the methods required to study the complex relations between the physical world of light and sound, and the subjective experience of objects and events. Topics include a short history of the field and a summary of the methodology of psychophysics, which is then followed by a thorough discussion of the mechanisms underlying touch, somatosensation, the chemical senses, hearing, and vision.
PREREQUISITE	PSYC 100/6.0
Limit: 150	Troje	WINTER

PSYC-221/3.0 Cognitive Psychology		3L
An introduction to the science of mind and thought, with emphasis on philosophical issues, empirical studies, and theoretical models, both symbolic and connectionist. Topics will include information theory, perception and attention, pattern recognition, working memory, long-term memory, skill acquisition, problem-solving, language, and consciousness.
PREREQUISITE	PSYC 100/6.0
EXCLUSION	COGS 200/6.0, PSYC 220/6.0
Limit: 240	Munhall	WINTER

PSYC-231/3.0 The Study of Personality		3L
An examination of the major theoretical approaches to the study of personality with attention to the utility of these theories as measured by empirical investigations.
PREREQUISITE	PSYC 100/6.0
EXCLUSION	PSYC 230/6.0
Limit: 280	TBA	WINTER

PSYC-235/6.0 Abnormal Psychology		3L
The experimental approach to the understanding, description and modification of abnormal behaviour is emphasized in the analysis of disorders of cognition (e.g., learning, memory and thinking), disturbances of affect (e.g., anxiety and depression), and problem behaviours (e.g., addictions, sexual disorders and psychopathy).
PREREQUISITE	PSYC 100/6.0
		FALL/WINTER
Limit: 450	FALL - Chivers WINTER - Bowie

PSYC-241/3.0 Social Psychology		3L
The study of the individual in the social context: Self and identity, social cognition, interpersonal behaviour (affiliation, attraction, sex, aggression, altruism); social attitudes, prejudice and discrimination; social influence and group processes (conformity, leadership and intergroup relations); applied social psychology.

PREREQUISITE	PSYC 100/6.0
EXCLUSION	PSYC 240/6.0
Section 001	MacDonald	FALL
Limit:280
Section 700	Lindsay	WINTER	Online
Limit:120

PSYC-251/3.0 Developmental Psychology		3L
Introduction to the scientific study of human development, with an emphasis on social, cognitive, and neurobiological processes underlying perceptual, cognitive, and emotional development from infancy to adolescence.

PSYC-271/3.0 Brain and Behaviour I		3L
An introduction to behavioural neuroscience. The course primarily focuses on the basics of neuronal operation, functional neuroanatomy, neuropharmacology and behavioural neuroscience methods. This will be followed by an examination of input (sensory) and output (motor) systems of the brain. Finally, topics relevant to lateralization of function and language will be covered.

PSYC-300/6.0 Advanced Experimental Psychology		3L;3P
Statistical inference (continuation of PSYC 202/3.0 and PSYC 203/3.0) and laboratory projects. The course covers problems of experimental designs, the usual types of analysis of variance, and regression analysis. Enrollment is limited. Restricted to students in the major concentration.
PREREQUISITES	A combined average of 65 per cent in PSYC 202/3.0 and 203/3.0 and a weighted average of 70 per cent in all 100- and 200-level psychology courses.
Limit: 140	Jacobson	FALL-WINTER
Limit: 20	Lab 002
Limit: 20	Lab 003
Limit: 20	Lab 004
Limit: 20	Lab 005
Limit: 20	Lab 005
Limit: 20	Lab 006
Limit: 20	Lab 007
Limit: 20	Lab 008

PSYC-305/6.0 Human Memory		3L;2P
An overview of theory and data including traditional structural ideas, encoding principles, storage mechanisms, and retrieval processes. Topics include information theory, recognition memory, decision processes, control mechanisms for serial report, and the representation of meaning and knowledge. Emphasis is on current data and models.
PREREQUISITES	PSYC 203/3.0 and PSYC 221/3.0 (PSYC 220/6.0 or COGS 200/6.0)
Limit: 35	Not Offered
Limit: 35	LAB

PREREQUISITE	PSYC 100/6.0
NOTE:	May not be taken with or after NSCI 323/3.0; NSCI 324/3.0; NSCI 322/3.0; LISC 322/3.0, PSYC 370/3.0
Section 001 Limit: 265	Valsangkar-Smyth	FALL
Section 700	Valsangkar-Smyth	WINTER	Online
Limit: 120

PSYC-321/3.0 Psycholinguistics		3L/S
An introduction to psycholinguistic research and theory. Topics include the development of language, language perception, language production, and linguistic representation. Particular attention will be paid to applied issues in language research (e.g., speech pathology, language aids, and automatic recognition of speech)
PREREQUISITE	PSYC 203/3.0, or PSYC 100/6.0 with a minimum grade of 70% and third-year standing in Linguistics.
Limit: 25	Not Offered

PSYC-323/3.0 Laboratory in Attention		3P
Provides students with both demonstrations and hands-on experience with the methodological design and data analysis techniques used in conducting classic studies of attention. Experimental techniques include attentional cueing, visual search, change blindness, inattentional blindness, eye-tracking, multi-object tracking and functional imaging.
PREREQUISITES	PSYC 203/3.0 and PSYC 221/3.0 (PSYC 220/6.0 OR COGS 200/6.0)
Limit: 25	TBA	FALL

PSYC-332/3.0 Health Psychology		3L
Key issues in health and health care require approaches embodying psychological, biological, and sociological factors. For every CT scan, injection, or doctor visit, there is a person to be considered. This course explores a variety of health-related topics where psychology has a significant role (e.g. health promotion, stress, PNI, medical contacts, pain, illness, sport). Canadian statistics used in discussions.
PREREQUISITES	PSYC 202/3.0 and PSYC 235/6.0
Limit: 120	Tripp	FALL

PSYC-333/3.0 Human Sexuality		3L
An overview of typical sexual behaviour and its variations. Topics include the history of sex research, the sexual response cycle, sexual dysfunction, gender identity, and sexual orientation. Particular attention will be paid to current issues in sex research and theory.
PREREQUISITES	PSYC 100/6.0 and one of 235/6.0, 251/3.0 (250/6.0) or 271/3.0
Limit: 120	Pukall	FALL

PSYC-334/3.0 Laboratory in Psychological Testing		2L/2P
A lecture and laboratory course on psychometrics. Test development and evaluation will be the focus of student projects. The course will introduce software packages used in analyzing psychological test data. A fee of $30 will be collected from each student for the cost of photocopying, materials and mailings related to data collection.
PREREQUISITE	PSYC 300 (may be taken concurrently) Note: This lab counts towards the BSCH lab requirement.
Limit: 25	Holden	WINTER

PSYC-335/3.0 Positive Psychology		3L
Positive Psychology is the scientific study of optimal human functioning. Lectures critically review the history and current empirical support in the field, such as pleasure and positive experience, happiness, interpersonal relationships, and applying positive thinking.
PREREQUISITES	PSYC 203/3.0 and PSYC 235/6.0
Limit: 120	Tripp	FALL

PSYC-342/3.0 The Psychology of Social Influence		3L
This course reviews theory and research on the processes by which people exert influence on one another’s behaviours, beliefs, emotions, and attitudes. Topics of study include conformity, compliance, obedience, and persuasion. The course will focus on both the theoretical and applied implications of social influence research.
PREREQUISITE	PSYC 100/6.0
EXCLUSION	PSYC 399/3.0 (2004-05)
Limit: 100	TBA	WINTER

PSYC-348/3.0 Psychology of Crime		3L
A survey of the psychological literature on the causes of crime and interventions to reduce criminal behaviour.
PREREQUISITES	PSYC 235/6.0 or 251/3.0
Limit: 100	Not Offered

PSYC-351/3.0 Social and Emotional Development		3L
An overview of the development of emotions and their regulation. Topics range from basic emotions in infancy and interactions with caregivers that lay the foundations of socialized behaviour to the emotional upheaval and radical social changes of adolescence. Individual differences in social and emotional behaviour will be considered in light of both typical and atypical development.
PREREQUISITES	PSYC 203/3.0 (or equivalent) and PSYC 251/3.0 (PSYC 250/6.0)
Limit: 100	Hollenstein	WINTER

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2012/2013 COURSE OFFERINGS

PSYC-352/3.0 Cognitive and Language Development		3L
An overview of the development of cognitive and language processes in children. Topics include a discussion of the biological and social foundations of cognitive and language development, perceptual development, early communication, development of concepts and scripts, and improvements in reasoning and problem solving ability over the course of development.
PREREQUISITES	PSYC 203/3.0 and PSYC 251/3.0 (PSYC 250/6.0) OR PSYC100/6.0 with a minimum grade of 70% and 3rd year standing in COGS or LING
Limit: 105	Sabbagh	FALL

PSYC-355/3.0 Comparative Cognition		3L
Theory and research in animal cognition from a comparative perspective. Topics include memory, spatial cognition, timing and counting, social learning, tool use, communication, language, and theory of mind. For each of these topics, comparisons among animal species will be made, including comparisons to humans (particularly infants and children).
PREREQUISITE	PSYC 100/6.0
Limit: 100	Kuhlmeier	WINTER

PSYC-370/3.0 Brain and Behaviour II		3L
The relationship between brain and behaviour. The first part of the course examines topics relevant to brain plasticity, including neurodevelopment, brain damage, learning and memory; followed by a section on the biopsychology of motivation that covers the neural mechanisms of eating, sexual behaviour and sleep. The final section deals with disorders of cognition and emotion, including drug addiction, stress and psychiatric disorders.
PREREQUISITE	PSYC 271/3.0 or third-year standing in biology or the life sciences (PSYC 100/6.0 is recommended). Note: Students without 271/3.0 will need to contact the PSYC UG Office for assistance with registration.
EXCLUSIONS	LISC 322/3.0, PSYC 272/3.0
Limit: 120	Menard	WINTER

PSYC-371/3.0 Research Problems in Behavioural Neuroscience		3L/S;3P
A critical review and analysis of important topics in behavioural and cognitive neuroscience, with emphasis on current, controversial areas including; brain plasticity, learning and memory, neurobiology of sleep and consciousness. Laboratories will further emphasize the methods of behavioural neuroscience with hands-on experience in projects related to the lecture material.
PREREQUISITES	PSYC 271/3.0 and PSYC 370/3.0 (or PSYC 272/3.0)
Limit: 25	TBA	FALL
Limit: 12	Lab 002
Limit: 13	Lab 003

PSYC-372/3.0 Research Problems in Animal Learning		1.5L/1.5P
Lectures will cover a basic review of investigative techniques in comparative cognition and behavioural ecology. Laboratory sessions will explore the principles discussed in the lectures through hands-on experience.
PREREQUISITES	PSYC 203/3.0 and 205/3.0 and 271/3.0
Limit: 25	Not Offered

PSYC-380/3.0 Advanced Perception		2L/S;2P
This advanced course in visual and auditory perception will integrate findings from neuroanatomy and physiology with psychophysics, perception, and behaviour. Information processing will be traced from sensory structures through to motor output and communicative behaviour. The course will introduce you to psychophysical and neurophysiological methodology and will contain many demonstrations and hands-on experiments.
PREREQUISITES	PSYC 203/3.0 and PSYC 215/3.0
Limit: 25	Not Offered

PSYC-397/3.0 History of Modern Psychology		3L
A survey of the history of modern psychology, from the early 19th century to the close of the 20th. The more important empirical findings of psychology and related disciplines will be examined together with their theoretical explanations. The course will lead to an examination of the causes of differential scientific progress in the various sub-fields of psychology.
PREREQUISITE	PSYC 100/6.0 or equivalent
EXCLUSION	PSYC 390/3.0
Limit: 125	Not Offered

PSYC-398/3.0 Selected Topics in Psychology I		3L
Winter 2012: Decision and Choice: Rational Choice in an Uncertain World - An introduction to the psychology of choice including both speeded choice and deliberate decision. Topics include information theory, evidence-accumulation models of decision, models of rationality, Bayes's theorem, and prospect theory.
PREREQUISITE	PSYC 202/3.0 or equivalent
Limit: 125	Not Offered

PSYC-399/3.0 Selected Topics in Psychology II		3L
Fall 2011: A discussion of all things neuroplasticity. Topics include developmental plasticity, neurogenesis, life-long learning plasticity in adults, synaptic and cellular mechanisms of learning-related plasticity, human plasticity (recovery from damage, adapting to sensory loss, skill acquisition) among other areas at the forefront of research ongoing today. Class format will consist of interactive lectures, class debates and discussions.
PREREQUISITE	PSYC 271/3.0
Limit: 100	Not Offered

PSYC-400/6.0 Applied Research in Higher Education		3S;3P
An introduction to the scholarship and practice of teaching including what it means to be a scholarly teacher, how pedagogy research informs educational practice, and how people learn complex information. In addition to readings, critiques and facilitated discussions, a practicum component will include facilitating weekly tutorials. NOTE: Students must complete an application and be invited for an interview in the spring to be eligible for this fall term course. During the fall term, students will be responsible for facilitating 2-3 PSYC 100 tutorials per week as part of their teaching practicum.
PREREQUISITES	Level 3 or above in a PSYC Major or Medial Plan and a GPA of 3.30 in PSYC.
Limit: 35	Atkinson	FALL