Psychology (PSYCH)

PSYCH 100W Introduction to Psychology (WLU)

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PSYCH 101 Introductory Psychology

A general survey course designed to provide the student with an understanding of the basic concepts and techniques of modern psychology as a behavioural science. [Note: PSYCH 101 offered on-campus, at St. Jerome's University, and Online; PSYCH 101R offered at Renison University College.]

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PSYCH 101R Introductory Psychology

A general survey course designed to provide the student with an understanding of the basic concepts and techniques of modern psychology as a behavioural science. [Note: PSYCH 101 offered on-campus, at St. Jerome's University, and Online; PSYCH 101R offered at Renison University College.]

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PSYCH 101W Introduction to Psychology I (WLU)

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PSYCH 102W Introduction to Psychology II (WLU)

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PSYCH 207 Cognitive Processes

An examination and evaluation of selected topics dealing with human information processing such as attention, memory, pattern recognition, consciousness, language, dyslexia, decision making, and problem solving.

LEC · Course ID 007889On ucalendarPSYCH 207 today

PSYCH 211 Developmental Psychology

A course designed to introduce the student to current research and theory concerning children's social, cognitive, and physical development from infancy through childhood to early adolescence.

LEC · Course ID 007894On ucalendarPSYCH 211 today

PSYCH 212 Educational Psychology

A consideration of the main variables affecting learning in the classroom with special focus upon the conditions essential to efficient learning. [Note: PSYCH 212 offered at St. Jerome's; PSYCH 212R offered at Renison.]

LEC · Course ID 007895On ucalendarPSYCH 212 today

PSYCH 212R Educational Psychology

A consideration of the main variables affecting learning in the classroom with special focus upon the conditions essential to efficient learning. [Note: PSYCH 212 offered at St. Jerome's; PSYCH 212R offered at Renison.]

LEC · Course ID 007895On ucalendarPSYCH 212R today

PSYCH 213R Exceptional Children

Educational issues associated with cognitive, emotional, sensory, and physical differences and challenges.

LEC · Course ID 007896On ucalendarPSYCH 213R today

PSYCH 218 Psychology of Death and Dying

Variations in the meaning and significance of death and dying will be considered from a psychological perspective, with particular attention to the contexts (e.g., cultural, familial, life-span developmental) in which these variations occur.

LEC · Course ID 006428On ucalendarPSYCH 218 today

PSYCH 226R Positive Psychology

This course surveys theories and studies related to human strength and positive human functioning, with a focus on the psychological aspects of a fulfilling life. Topics include optimism, creativity, humour, resilience, wisdom, empathy, love, friendship, achievement, and happiness.

LEC · Course ID 013890On ucalendarPSYCH 226R today

PSYCH 230 Psychology and Law

Psychological principles drawn from a variety of subdisciplines (e.g., social, clinical, cognitive) will be surveyed in terms of their relevance and application to the legal system. Topics may include jury selection and decision-making, eyewitness testimony, insanity defense, competency assessment, risk assessment, and attitudes toward law and the legal process.

LEC · Course ID 010100On ucalendarPSYCH 230 today

PSYCH 231 The Psychology of Religious Experience

Approaches of traditional psychological theories toward phenomena of religious experience, mysticism, and prayer are examined. The psychological process of creating and naming "gods" is considered as well as comparisons among altered states of consciousness including some forms of prayer.

LEC · Course ID 007913On ucalendarPSYCH 231 today

PSYCH 232 Psychology of Evil

Psychological perspectives concerning definitions, causes, and consequences of institutional and personal evil, as well as symbols and interpretations of evil in both religious and secular contexts, will be considered.

LEC · Course ID 007915On ucalendarPSYCH 232 today

PSYCH 235 Psychological Perspectives on Gender and Sex

The course focuses on the existence of and bases for sex and gender differences with emphasis on biological, psychological, and cultural issues.

LEC · Course ID 007917On ucalendarPSYCH 235 today

PSYCH 236 A Psychological Analysis of Human Sexuality

This course will examine psychological and social psychological theories and empirical investigations of human sexuality.

LEC · Course ID 007918On ucalendarPSYCH 236 today

PSYCH 238 Organizational Psychology

Survey of organizational, group, and individual processes involved in work motivation, group dynamics, leadership, organizational climate, and organizational culture. [Note: Formerly PSYCH 338]

LEC · Course ID 007967On ucalendarPSYCH 238 today

PSYCH 240W Sex, Evolution & Behaviour (WLU)

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PSYCH 253 Social Psychology

An introduction to the scientific study of social behaviour and social influences on behaviour. Theories and research on such topics as attitude change and persuasion, stereotypes and prejudice, conformity and obedience to authority, altruism, conflict, attraction, and love may be introduced. [Note: PSYCH 253 - offered on campus and Online; PSYCH 253R - offered at Renison University College]

LEC · Course ID 007904On ucalendarPSYCH 253 today

PSYCH 253R Social Psychology

An introduction to the scientific study of social behaviour and social influences on behaviour. Theories and research on such topics as attitude change and persuasion, stereotypes and prejudice, conformity and obedience to authority, altruism, conflict, attraction, and love may be introduced. [Note: PSYCH 253 - offered on campus and Online; PSYCH 253R - offered at Renison University College]

LEC · Course ID 007904On ucalendarPSYCH 253R today

PSYCH 256 Introduction to Cognitive Science

Cognitive science is the interdisciplinary study of mind and intelligence. This course will draw on philosophy, psychology, artificial intelligence, linguistics, neuroscience, and anthropology to address central questions about the nature of thinking. Topics discussed will include mental representation, computational models of mind, and consciousness.

LEC · Course ID 007293On ucalendarPSYCH 256 today

PSYCH 257 Psychopathology

This course offers an introduction to understanding, assessing, and treating mental illness from a psychological perspective. Course material will focus on various categories of abnormal behaviour, including personality, anxiety, and mood disorders; schizophrenia; and substance abuse. Clinical methods of assessment, diagnosis, and intervention will also be considered. [Note: PSYCH 257 - offered on campus and at St. Jerome's University; PSYCH 257R - offered at Renison University College.]

LEC · Course ID 007928On ucalendarPSYCH 257 today

PSYCH 257R Psychopathology

This course offers an introduction to understanding, assessing, and treating mental illness from a psychological perspective. Course material will focus on various categories of abnormal behaviour, including personality, anxiety, and mood disorders; schizophrenia; and substance abuse. Clinical methods of assessment, diagnosis, and intervention will also be considered. [Note: PSYCH 257 - offered on campus and at St. Jerome's University; PSYCH 257R - offered at Renison University College.]

LEC · Course ID 007928On ucalendarPSYCH 257R today

PSYCH 260W Introduction to Cognitive Psychology (WLU)

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PSYCH 261 Physiological Psychology

Introduction to brain, basic physiological processes, and their roles in behaviour. Topics may include sensing and perceiving, neural bases of action, motivation, learning and memory, and consciousness. Both experimental and clinical data are considered.

LEC · Course ID 007931On ucalendarPSYCH 261 today

PSYCH 262W Introduction to Perception (WLU)

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PSYCH 263W Biopsychology (WLU)

LEC · Course ID 011153On ucalendarPSYCH 263W today

PSYCH 264 Research Apprenticeship

Students are introduced to the research process by participating in an unpaid apprenticeship of 96 hours in a faculty member's research lab in the Psychology Department. Apprenticeship hours will be completed before the end of the lecture period for the term of enrolment. Application forms are available on the Psychology undergraduate website. Grading is on a credit/no credit basis. Paid or volunteer positions obtained outside the context of this course are not eligible for credit in this course. [Offered: F,W,S.]

PRA · Course ID 011664On ucalendarPSYCH 264 today

PSYCH 264W Motivation and Emotion (WLU)

LEC · Course ID 011343On ucalendarPSYCH 264W today

PSYCH 268W Drugs and Behaviour (WLU)

LEC · Course ID 014252On ucalendarPSYCH 268W today

PSYCH 270W Social Psychology (WLU)

LEC · Course ID 011132On ucalendarPSYCH 270W today

PSYCH 271W Personality (WLU)

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PSYCH 275W Developmental Psychology 1 : Infancy and Childhood (WLU)

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PSYCH 276W Introduction to Developmental Psychology: Adolescence and Young Adulthood (WLU)

LEC · Course ID 011206On ucalendarPSYCH 276W today

PSYCH 280W Abnormal Psychology (WLU)

LEC · Course ID 011553On ucalendarPSYCH 280W today

PSYCH 283W Educational Psychology (WLU)

LEC · Course ID 012035On ucalendarPSYCH 283W today

PSYCH 286W Sport Psychology (WLU)

LEC · Course ID 012033On ucalendarPSYCH 286W today

PSYCH 288W Behaviour Modification (WLU)

LEC · Course ID 015938On ucalendarPSYCH 288W today

PSYCH 291 Basic Research Methods

This course introduces the methods used to observe, quantify, summarize, and describe behaviour in empirical psychological science. It focuses on research design and the interpretation of results.

LEC · Course ID 007934On ucalendarPSYCH 291 today

PSYCH 292 Basic Data Analysis

An introduction to the logic and methods of descriptive and inferential statistics with emphasis on application in Psychology. Topics covered include measures of central tendency and variability, distributions, the normal distribution, z-scores, hypothesis testing, probability, chi-square tests, t-tests, power, and correlation and regression. [Offered: W]

LEC · Course ID 007935On ucalendarPSYCH 292 today

PSYCH 292W Introduction to Statistics(WLU)

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PSYCH 295W Intro to Research Methods (WLU)

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PSYCH 296W Introduction to Statistics (WLU)

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PSYCH 306 Perception

What we perceive through our senses makes up much of our conscious experience. This course examines how visual and auditory perception arises and includes topics such as how we become aware of colour, form, space, brightness, loudness, and pitch, and how this information guides behaviour. Other senses may be covered.

LEC · Course ID 007938On ucalendarPSYCH 306 today

PSYCH 307 Human Neuropsychology

An introduction to current human experimental neuropsychology. The course will review evidence for brain-behaviour interactions obtained from studies of human brain damage and from investigations of the normal brain. Topics such as the representation of language, hemispheric specialization, memory, spatial ability, dyslexia, movement disorders, and affective disorders will be considered.

LEC · Course ID 007939On ucalendarPSYCH 307 today

PSYCH 308 Psychology of Reading

An introduction to the psychology of reading with emphasis on 1) how adult readers recognize words, 2) various accounts of acquired dyslexias consequent to brain damage, 3) computational models of word recognition, and 4) the role of attention and eye movements in reading.

LEC · Course ID 007940On ucalendarPSYCH 308 today

PSYCH 312 Learning Disabilities

A critical examination of the concept of learning disability and of current issues in the assessment and remediation of learning problems. [Note: PSYCH 312 offered Online; PSYCH 312R offered at Renison.]

LEC · Course ID 007943On ucalendarPSYCH 312 today

PSYCH 312R Learning Disabilities

A critical examination of the concept of learning disability and of current issues in the assessment and remediation of learning problems. [Note: PSYCH 312 offered Online; PSYCH 312R offered at Renison.]

LEC · Course ID 007943On ucalendarPSYCH 312R today

PSYCH 314 Cognitive Development

This course introduces research in the areas of debate in cognitive development pertaining to children in infancy and early childhood and drawn from a variety of disciplines including developmental psychology, psycholinguistics, and comparative psychology. Different methodologies and mechanisms of cognitive change are also covered.

LEC · Course ID 007944On ucalendarPSYCH 314 today

PSYCH 315 Psychology of Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood

A study of the psychological processes in the second and third decades of human development. Consideration is given to such areas as identity formation and intellectual, emotional, and social growth. Current concepts, issues, and research are stressed.

LEC · Course ID 007945On ucalendarPSYCH 315 today

PSYCH 316 Pragmatic Language Development

This course is an in-depth introduction to pragmatic language development with a focus on children's conversational and narrative ability. Typical and atypical pragmatic language development is examined from a longitudinal, social-cognitive, and multi-cultural perspective and with respect to longer-term outcomes such as social competence, friendship, and success in school.

LEC · Course ID 014878On ucalendarPSYCH 316 today

PSYCH 317 Child Psychopathology

An examination of children's psychological disorders from several major perspectives with an emphasis on current research findings. Theoretical and clinical issues are considered.

LEC · Course ID 007947On ucalendarPSYCH 317 today

PSYCH 318 Psychosexual Organization

A detailed examination of concepts related to the formation of gender identity and psychosexual orientation. The nature-nurture debate will be explored as well as gay and lesbian identity and consciousness throughout the life cycle.

LEC · Course ID 007948On ucalendarPSYCH 318 today

PSYCH 319 Problem Behaviour in the Classroom

This course will address theories related to problem behaviours in the classroom, the incidence and etiology of conduct problems and behavioural disorders, and the learning outcomes of children with such disorders. Special emphasis is given to research and theory related to the promotion of academic success.

LEC · Course ID 011396On ucalendarPSYCH 319 today

PSYCH 320 Language Development

Examines early language development including how children learn about sounds, words, higher-level sentence structure, and how to communicate effectively. Explores factors within the child and aspects of the environment that make language acquisition possible, as well as special populations of learners who provide additional insight into the acquisition process.

LEC · Course ID 011305On ucalendarPSYCH 320 today

PSYCH 330 Criminal Profiling

Foundational assumptions for, and basic approaches to, criminal profiling will be considered, along with a survey of relevant techniques in the context of numerous case studies. Limitations and alternatives to profiling will also be addressed.

LEC · Course ID 010042On ucalendarPSYCH 330 today

PSYCH 334R Theories of Individual Counselling Psychology

An introduction to the methods, theories, and problems in individual counselling psychology.

LEC · Course ID 007962On ucalendarPSYCH 334R today

PSYCH 335 Developmental Neuropsychology

Developmental neuropsychology is a field in which brain-behaviour relationships are examined in the context of typical and atypical development. This course focuses on the structural development of the brain, the emergence of functional brain systems, and the neuropsychological underpinnings of childhood brain disorders such as phenylketonuria, autism, epilepsy, and stroke. Emphasis is placed on the integration of theoretical perspectives and empirical research in neuropsychology with clinical practice.

LEC · Course ID 014223On ucalendarPSYCH 335 today

PSYCH 336 Introduction to Clinical Psychology

This course is designed to survey major aspects of clinical psychology such as historical background, assessment and intervention models, current trends, and future directions in clinical practice.

LEC · Course ID 007965On ucalendarPSYCH 336 today

PSYCH 337 Trauma, Stress, and Resilience in Families

The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of family systems and family therapy from the perspective of contemporary family psychology and developmental science. Students will get exposure to theoretical and applied content in family psychology and family therapy practice while becoming increasingly versed in understanding how environmental stress and trauma impact the relationships of families from diverse backgrounds.

LEC · Course ID 016069On ucalendarPSYCH 337 today

PSYCH 339 Personnel Psychology

The application of psychology to human resource issues in Canadian organizations. Topics will include defining and measuring job performance, job analysis, performance appraisal, recruitment, personnel selection, and training. Procedures which meet technical, professional, and legal standards will be examined.

LEC · Course ID 007968On ucalendarPSYCH 339 today

PSYCH 340 Training and Development

This course covers systematic approaches and models for training and development; needs assessment; curriculum design; instructional approaches, including use of learning technology; relevant aspects of learning and cognitive theories; and evaluation.

LEC · Course ID 011708On ucalendarPSYCH 340 today

PSYCH 342 The Psychology of Groups and Teams

The psychology of groups and teams will address psychological processes particular to any social group situation, for example creative design teams, decision making groups, sports teams, group counselling, university clubs, and community groups. Topics include social identification and cohesion, group dynamics (e.g., social loafing, social influence, temporal dynamics, conflict management, etc.), communication in groups, creativity and brainstorming in groups, team leadership, team learning, and measuring team performance. In addition to lectures there will be discussion groups for team experiential exercises.

LEC · Course ID 014501On ucalendarPSYCH 342 today

PSYCH 349R Cross-Cultural Psychology

This course focuses on human psychology (behaviours, cognition, emotion, motivation, and personality) across cultures, with the aim of raising awareness and understanding of human commonality and diversity. It examines theoretical, methodological, and ethical issues in cross-cultural psychology in light of the current literature. [Note: SWREN 349R is available only to students who have been given conditional admission to the BSW program; such students must have already completed their first undergraduate degree.]

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PSYCH 350 Political Psychology

What can psychological science contribute to our understanding of political behaviour? To answer this question we will review psychological theory and research on such topics as voter decision-making, political ideologies, issue framing and public opinion, activism in social movements, barriers to conflict resolution, leadership, multiculturalism, political extremism, and collective violence.

LEC · Course ID 013526On ucalendarPSYCH 350 today

PSYCH 352 Culture and Psychology

Special emphasis will be given to questions of how some cultural patterns get established, and how they are maintained once they are established. Topics may include aggression, individualism and collectivism, perspectives on the self, and methodological concerns.

LEC · Course ID 010124On ucalendarPSYCH 352 today

PSYCH 353 Social Cognition

This course examines how people make sense of their social world: how they perceive, represent, interpret, and remember information about themselves and about other individuals and groups. Topics include representation, recall, and use of social knowledge, controllability of thought processes, effects of feelings and desires, stereotype activation and use, and cultural influences.

LEC · Course ID 007972On ucalendarPSYCH 353 today

PSYCH 354 Interpersonal Relations

A psychological analysis of social interaction and the dynamics of close relationships. [Note: PSYCH 354 - offered on campus and at St. Jerome's University; PSYCH 354R - offered at Renison University College and Online.]

LEC · Course ID 007906On ucalendarPSYCH 354 today

PSYCH 354R Interpersonal Relations

A psychological analysis of social interaction and the dynamics of close relationships. [Note: PSYCH 354 - offered on campus and at St. Jerome's University; PSYCH 354R - offered at Renison University College and Online.]

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PSYCH 355 Intergroup Relations

This course reviews social psychological theory and research on intergroup relations: how groups of people and people from different groups interact. It examines stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination (e.g., racism, sexism, ageism, weight, or sexual prejudice) from both majority and minority perspectives. It also discusses implications for promoting intergroup trust, reducing inequality, and resolving real-world conflict.

LEC · Course ID 014503On ucalendarPSYCH 355 today

PSYCH 356 Personality

This course addresses the science of measuring and explaining patterned individual differences in behaviour, including temperaments and traits; values, goals, and personal strivings; and meaning systems and self-narratives. Topics include behavioural, physiological, genetics, and cultural studies of personality; continuity and change in personality over the lifespan; and personality disorders. [Note: PSYCH 356 offered on campus; PSYCH 356R offered at Renison University College and Online.]

LEC · Course ID 011585On ucalendarPSYCH 356 today

PSYCH 356R Personality

This course addresses the science of measuring and explaining patterned individual differences in behaviour, including temperaments and traits; values, goals, and personal strivings; and meaning systems and self-narratives. Topics include behavioural, physiological, genetics, and cultural studies of personality; continuity and change in personality over the lifespan; and personality disorders. [Note: PSYCH 356 offered on campus; PSYCH 356R offered at Renison University College and Online.]

LEC · Course ID 011585On ucalendarPSYCH 356R today

PSYCH 357 Psychology of Good

What does it mean to "be good"? How does one "do good"? What makes "doing good" easier or harder? This course examines (1) the biological and psychosocial foundations of prosocial behaviour and (2) associated facilitators and obstacles at both interpersonal and organizational levels. Topics may include empathy, social responsibility, volunteerism, community intervention, activism, and heroism.

LEC · Course ID 015540On ucalendarPSYCH 357 today

PSYCH 361 Evolutionary Psychology

The objective of the course is to consider human and animal behaviour from a Darwinian evolutionary perspective. Topics will include habitat selection and predator avoidance, sexual selection and mating systems, social behaviour, aggression, and evolutionary perspectives in perception and cognition.

LEC · Course ID 007977On ucalendarPSYCH 361 today

PSYCH 363 Special Subjects

These courses will be offered at different times as announced by the Department. [Note: This is a repeatable course, subject to different content; it may be completed a total of four times.]

LEC · Course ID 010159On ucalendarPSYCH 363 today

PSYCH 366W Introduction to Psycholinguistics (WLU)

LEC · Course ID 012353On ucalendarPSYCH 366W today

PSYCH 372 Environmental Psychology

This course is intended to increase the awareness and understanding of the impact of the environment on human behaviour and experience. Topics to be discussed include territoriality and crowding, environment cognition, the psychology of public spaces, the influence of digital and social media on environment perception, and the impact of urban design on mental health. The course will include both lectures and interactive activities.

LEC · Course ID 014512On ucalendarPSYCH 372 today

PSYCH 374W Applied Social Psychology (WLU)

LEC · Course ID 013450On ucalendarPSYCH 374W today

PSYCH 375R Studies in Psychology

This course will deal with selected topics in psychology. Subjects will be dependent upon the research and/or instructional interests of faculty. [Note: Students wishing to take such courses should consult with the Social Development Studies undergraduate advisor. This is a repeatable course, subject to different content; it may be completed a total of three times.]

LEC · Course ID 012190On ucalendarPSYCH 375R today

PSYCH 380 History of Psychology

This course surveys major developments and personalities in the field of psychology, starting with Wundt's founding of the world's first laboratory for experimental psychology in 1879. By comparing the important movements of structuralism, functionalism, behaviourism and gestaltism, the course evaluates the ideas that continue to provide the basis for modern research and practice in psychology. It will be of interest to those wanting a broader perspective on the field of scientific psychology or the history of science, or those planning a career in psychology.

LEC · Course ID 012961On ucalendarPSYCH 380 today

PSYCH 381W Introduction to Clinical Psychology (WLU)

LEC · Course ID 015413On ucalendarPSYCH 381W today

PSYCH 389 Social Science Advanced Research Methods Topics

Topics explore social science research methods in Psychology. Consult departmental listings for upcoming topics, which may include naturalistic observation, factorial experiment design, behavioural coding, survey/questionnaire construction, interviewing, and/or linguistic analysis. Activities may include research proposals, group and/or individual projects (e.g., lab experience, data collection), research reports, critiques of published/proposed research, and student presentations. [Offered: F]

SEM · Course ID 015166On ucalendarPSYCH 389 today

PSYCH 390 Natural Science Advanced Research Methods Topics

Topics explore natural science research methods in Psychology. Consult departmental listings for upcoming topics, which may include methods for studying psychophysiology, neuroanatomy, and/or cognitive processes (e.g., perception, attention, memory, information-processing, decision-making). Activities may include research proposals, group and/or individual projects (e.g., lab experience, data collection), research reports, critiques of published/proposed research, and student presentations. [Offered: W and/or S]

SEM · Course ID 015167On ucalendarPSYCH 390 today

PSYCH 390W History of Psychology (WLU)

LEC · Course ID 012227On ucalendarPSYCH 390W today

PSYCH 391 Advanced Data Analysis

Aimed at developing an understanding of the use and interpretation of statistics in complex research designs, this course emphasizes analysis of variance and multiple comparison techniques to interpret the results of multi-factor experiments. The importance of power in factorial designs is discussed. The course includes a computer component that ties the use of a statistical package to the topics discussed in lectures. [Offered: F, W]

LEC · Course ID 007998On ucalendarPSYCH 391 today

PSYCH 392 Research in Human Cognitive Neuroscience

Students learn how to measure psychophysiological responses to the stimuli in our world (e.g., familiar faces, emotional scenes, video games, etc.). Students get hands-on training in acquiring and analyzing different types of psychophysiological data such as skin conductance responses and heart rate changes over short and long periods. [Offered: W and/or S]

SEM · Course ID 013001On ucalendarPSYCH 392 today

PSYCH 393 Research in Developmental Psychology

Current research methods and procedures employed in developmental research are covered. Activities may include research proposals, group and/or individual projects (e.g., "hands on" lab experience and data collection), research reports, critiques of published and proposed research, individual and/or group presentations. [Offered F]

SEM · Course ID 008000On ucalendarPSYCH 393 today

PSYCH 394 Research in Cognition and Perception

Current topics in the study of cognitive and perceptual processes including research methods and procedures are covered. Activities may include research proposals, group and/or individual projects (e.g., "hands on" lab experience and data collection), research reports, critiques of published and proposed research, individual and/or group presentations. [Offered: W and/or S]

SEM · Course ID 008001On ucalendarPSYCH 394 today

PSYCH 395 Research in Social Psychology

Current research methods and procedures employed in social psychology research are covered. Activities may include research proposals, group and/or individual projects (e.g., 'hands on' lab experience and data collection), research reports, critiques of published and proposed research, individual and/or group presentations. [Offered F]

SEM · Course ID 008002On ucalendarPSYCH 395 today

PSYCH 396 Research in Behavioural Neuroscience

Students learn about research in behavioural neuroscience in a hands-on, laboratory atmosphere with an emphasis on comparative and evolutionary approaches to understanding brain-behaviour relations. Projects include neuroanatomical methods and observation of behaviour using a variety of analytic methods. [Offered: W and/or S]

SEM · Course ID 008003On ucalendarPSYCH 396 today

PSYCH 397 Research in Personality and Clinical Psychology

Current research methods and procedures employed in personality and/or clinical psychology research are covered. Activities may include research proposals, group and/or individual projects (e.g., "hands on" lab experience and data collection), research reports, critiques of published and proposed research, individual and/or group presentations. [Offered F]

SEM · Course ID 008004On ucalendarPSYCH 397 today

PSYCH 398 Research in Memory

Current topics in the study of memory including research methods and procedures are covered. Activities may include research proposals, group and/or individual projects (e.g., "hands on" lab experience and data collection), research reports, critiques of published and proposed research, individual and/or group presentations. [Offered: W and/or S]

SEM · Course ID 008005On ucalendarPSYCH 398 today

PSYCH 398R Independent Study

An independent in-depth study of a selected area of concern to the student within the discipline of psychology. Available to individuals or small groups of third- or fourth-year Social Development Studies majors and arranged with one of the faculty members from the program. [Note: Normally, a student may take only two of the Independent Studies courses, SDS 398R, 399R; PSYCH 398R, 399R; SOCWK 398R, 399R; SOC 398R, 399R.]

RDG · Course ID 008006On ucalendarPSYCH 398R today

PSYCH 399 Research in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Current research methods and procedures employed in industrial/organizational psychology are covered. Activities may include research proposals, group and/or individual projects (e.g., "hands on" lab experience and data collection), research reports, critiques of published and proposed research, individual and/or group presentations. [Offered F]

SEM · Course ID 011678On ucalendarPSYCH 399 today

PSYCH 399R Independent Study

An independent in-depth study of a selected area of concern to the student within the discipline of psychology. Available to individuals or small groups of third- or fourth-year Social Development Studies majors and arranged with one of the faculty members from the program. [Note: Normally, a student may take only two of the Independent Studies courses, SDS 398R, 399R; PSYCH 398R, 399R; SOCWK 398R, 399R; SOC 398R, 399R.]

RDG · Course ID 008007On ucalendarPSYCH 399R today

PSYCH 410W History of Psychology (WLU)

Taught at Wilfrid Laurier University. Refer to WLU Undergraduate Calendar for course description.

LEC · Course ID 016272On ucalendarPSYCH 410W today

PSYCH 420 An Introduction to Computational Neuroscience Methods

This course gives students with either a limited computational or psychology background a gentle introduction to computational neuroscience. The course involves a series of lectures and computational exercises and concludes with an in-class presentation. Programming exercises can be completed with either Excel or a computer language of the student's choice.

SEM · Course ID 013342On ucalendarPSYCH 420 today

PSYCH 439 Negotiation in the Workplace: Theory and Practice

This course addresses planning, motivation, communication, information exchange, influence, relationships, emotion, and reaching objectives in a diverse array of interdependent decision making contexts. Topics include distributive and integrative negotiations, coalitions, negotiating on teams, dispute resolution, and multi-party negotiations. Course format is experiential learning and attendance is required. [Note: In addition to the textbook, there will be a material fee for negotiation cases.]

SEM · Course ID 012754On ucalendarPSYCH 439 today

PSYCH 444R Psychological Interventions

This course reviews research showing how brief, non-invasive, low-cost, social psychological treatments can have small but significant benefits months and years later. Topics include school-based interventions, health interventions, psychological well-being interventions, prejudice-reduction interventions, when and why interventions can fail, and the theories behind how interventions work.

SEM · Course ID 015059On ucalendarPSYCH 444R today

PSYCH 447 Seminar in Cognitive Science

An interdisciplinary discussion of central issues concerned with mind and intelligence such as representation, meaning, inference, and consciousness. [Note: This is a repeatable course, subject to different content; it may be completed a total of three times.]

SEM · Course ID 012715On ucalendarPSYCH 447 today

PSYCH 448R Close Relationships

This course focuses on the life cycle of close adult relationships, ranging from the stages of initial attraction and development of an attachment, to growth and maintenance of the relationship, to conflict and dissolution. Seminars discuss contemporary theory and research with an emphasis on understanding the basic processes involved in intimate relationships.

SEM · Course ID 014379On ucalendarPSYCH 448R today

PSYCH 450R Senior Seminar in Special Topics

Senior seminars may include weekly readings, individual and/or group projects, class presentations and discussions, research proposals, essays/literature reviews, assignments, midterms, and final exams. Consult departmental listings for topics and prerequisites for the current year. [Note: This is a repeatable course, subject to different content; it may be completed a total of three times.]

SEM · Course ID 013096On ucalendarPSYCH 450R today

PSYCH 451 Honours Seminar - Child and Adolescent Psychopathology

This seminar addresses issues in child/adolescent psychopathology such as mood/anxiety disorders, conduct disorder, psychosis, eating disorders, Tourette's Syndrome, and severe behavioural problems. Emphasis is on theories and research concerning social-emotional functioning, diagnosis, therapy, and socio-cultural contexts. The course also considers challenges and barriers encountered when raising and teaching children/adolescents with a mental illness.

SEM · Course ID 015015On ucalendarPSYCH 451 today

PSYCH 453 Honours Seminar in Developmental Psychology

Topics reflect current issues in developmental psychology. Consult the departmental listings for the upcoming topics. Activities may include oral presentations, class discussions, individual and/or group projects, and written assignments. [Note: This is a repeatable course, subject to different content; it may be completed a total of four times.]

SEM · Course ID 008019On ucalendarPSYCH 453 today

PSYCH 454 Honours Seminar in Educational Psychology

Topics reflect current issues in educational psychology. Consult the departmental listings for the upcoming topics. Activities may include oral presentations, class discussions, individual and/or group projects, and written assignments.

SEM · Course ID 008027On ucalendarPSYCH 454 today

PSYCH 455 Honours Seminar in Social Psychology

Topics reflect current issues in social psychology. Consult the departmental listings for the upcoming topics. Activities may include oral presentations, class discussions, individual and/or group projects, and written assignments. [Note: This is a repeatable course, subject to different content; it may be completed a total of four times.]

SEM · Course ID 008035On ucalendarPSYCH 455 today

PSYCH 457 Honours Seminar in Personality and Clinical Psychology

Topics reflect current issues in personality and clinical psychology. Consult the departmental listings for the upcoming topics. Activities may include oral presentations, class discussions, individual and/or group projects, and written assignments. [Note: This is a repeatable course, subject to different content; it may be completed a total of four times.]

SEM · Course ID 008049On ucalendarPSYCH 457 today

PSYCH 458 Honours Seminar in Cognition

Topics reflect current issues in cognitive psychology. Consult the departmental listings for the upcoming topics. Activities may include oral presentations, class discussions, individual and/or group projects, and written assignments. [Note: This is a repeatable course, subject to different content; it may be completed a total of four times.]

SEM · Course ID 008060On ucalendarPSYCH 458 today

PSYCH 459 Honours Seminar - Close Relationships

This course covers social psychological theories of close relationships with emphasis on reading and discussion of original empirical articles. Topics may include attraction, partner selection, trust and power, attachment, communications, conflict, intimacy, and relationship maintenance and dissolution. Student roles include presenting articles, leading discussions, and submitting a written research proposal.

SEM · Course ID 015062On ucalendarPSYCH 459 today

PSYCH 461 Honours Seminar in Cognitive Neuroscience

Topics reflect the research interests of faculty members, for example, cognitive neuropsychology, visual neuroscience, and hemispheric specialization. Consult the departmental listings for the upcoming topics. Activities may include oral presentations, class discussions, individual and/or group projects, and written assignments. [Note: This is a repeatable course, subject to different content; it may be completed a total of four times.]

SEM · Course ID 008065On ucalendarPSYCH 461 today

PSYCH 462 Honours Seminar in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Consult the departmental listings for the upcoming topics. Content may involve personnel (e.g., employee selection and appraisal) and/or organizational topics (groups/teams, justice, leadership, motivation, organizational culture, or organizational change). Activities may include oral presentations, class discussions, individual and/or group projects, and written assignments. [Note: This is a repeatable course, subject to different content; it may be completed a total of four times.]

SEM · Course ID 008073On ucalendarPSYCH 462 today

PSYCH 463 Honours Seminar in Special Topics

Honours seminars may include weekly readings, individual and/or group projects, class discussions, research proposals, one or two essays/literature reviews, weekly assignments, one or two midterms, and final exams. Consult departmental listings for topics and topic-specific prerequisites for the current year. [Note: This is a repeatable course, subject to different content; it may be completed a total of four times.]

SEM · Course ID 010160On ucalendarPSYCH 463 today

PSYCH 464 Advanced Research Apprenticeship

This course involves an unpaid apprenticeship of 96 hours in a faculty member's research lab in the Department of Psychology. Apprenticeship hours will be completed before the end of the lecture period for the term of enrolment. Students will be assigned duties that will enable them to advance their understanding of the research process. Course application forms are available on the Psychology undergraduate website. Grading is on a credit/no credit basis. Paid or volunteer positions that are obtained outside the context of this course are not eligible for credit in this course. [Offered: F,W,S]

PRA · Course ID 008094On ucalendarPSYCH 464 today

PSYCH 465 Applied Apprenticeship

For Psychology majors interested in a career in applied psychology. The course involves an unpaid apprenticeship in an industrial, medical, government, or other applied setting combined with regular seminar meetings. The apprenticeship will require a volunteer commitment of 60 hours during the lecture period. The course is offered on a credit/no credit basis. Paid or volunteer positions that are obtained outside the context of this course are not eligible for credit in this course. Course application forms are available at the Psychology undergraduate website. [Offered: W]

SEM · Course ID 008096On ucalendarPSYCH 465 today

PSYCH 466 Emergent Literacy

Emergent literacy refers to the knowledge and skills children acquire from birth on through the preschool years that are important to the development of literacy (reading and writing). Students will learn about emergent literacy via a once-weekly seminar component and a once-weekly unpaid practicum placement at a local elementary public school where students will have the opportunity to read one-on-one with children who are at the beginning stages of reading. The practicum component will involve a commitment of up to 30 hours during the formal lecture period. Students wishing to enter the course must obtain a police check prior to the second week of classes. Transportation to the apprenticeship/volunteer setting is the student's responsibility. Please review the course application form for information on safety for students on unpaid work placement and insurance responsibilities. Course application forms and further details are available on the Psychology undergraduate website. Paid or volunteer positions that are obtained outside the context of this course are not eligible for credit in this course.

SEM · Course ID 008097On ucalendarPSYCH 466 today

PSYCH 467 Human Resources Apprenticeship

For Psychology majors and Human Resources Management students interested in a career in Human Resources. The course involves an unpaid apprenticeship in a human resources setting combined with regular seminar meetings. The apprenticeship will require a volunteer commitment of 60 hours during the lecture period. The course is offered on a credit/no credit basis. Paid or volunteer positions that are obtained outside the context of this course are not eligible for credit in this course. Course application forms are available at the Psychology undergraduate website. [Offered: W]

SEM · Course ID 012756On ucalendarPSYCH 467 today

PSYCH 470 Special Topics in Applied Psychology

Topics cover practical applications of theory and research in one or more of the six areas of psychology. Consult departmental listings for upcoming topics. Topics may include applications of psychology to health, well-being, law, education, policy analysis, management, marketing, regulation, systems design, community organizing, conflict resolution, and/or communications.

LEC · Course ID 015168On ucalendarPSYCH 470 today

PSYCH 480 Directed Studies - Elective

The student will conduct an extensive literature review and write a major essay/critique of the literature under the supervision of a faculty member selected by the student. The course application form must include a detailed course plan including the method of evaluation. [Note: Normally students will take no more than 3 of PSYCH 480-486. Offered: F,W,S]

RDG · Course ID 008098On ucalendarPSYCH 480 today

PSYCH 481 Directed Studies - Natural Science Advanced Psych

The student will conduct an extensive literature review under the supervision of a faculty member. Course requirements will include writing a major essay/critique of a topic in a natural science area of psychology. The course application form must include a detailed course plan including the method of evaluation. [Note: Normally students will take no more than 3 of PSYCH 480-486. Offered: F,W,S]

RDG · Course ID 011169On ucalendarPSYCH 481 today

PSYCH 482 Directed Studies - Social Science Advanced Psych

The student will conduct an extensive literature review under the supervision of a faculty member. Course requirements will include writing a major essay/critique of a topic in a social science area of psychology. The course application form must include a detailed course plan including the method of evaluation. [Note: Normally students will take no more than 3 of PSYCH 480-486. Offered: F,W,S]

RDG · Course ID 011170On ucalendarPSYCH 482 today

PSYCH 483 Directed Studies - Natural Science Research

The student conducts an empirical research project in a natural science area of psychology under the supervision of a faculty member. Course requirements include writing a report of the research carried out. The course application form must include a detailed course plan including the method of evaluation. [Note: Normally students will take no more than 3 of PSYCH 480-486. Offered: F,W,S]

PRJ · Course ID 011171On ucalendarPSYCH 483 today

PSYCH 484 Directed Studies - Social Science Research

The student conducts a research project in a social science area of psychology under the supervision of a faculty member. Course requirements include writing a report of the research carried out. The course application form must include a detailed course plan including the method of evaluation. [Note: Normally students will take no more than 3 of PSYCH 480-486. Offered: F,W,S]

PRJ · Course ID 011172On ucalendarPSYCH 484 today

PSYCH 485 Directed Studies - Seminar

The student conducts an extensive literature review under the supervision of a faculty member. Course requirements include writing a major essay/critique of the literature, and doing an oral presentation. The course application form must include a detailed course plan including the method of evaluation. [Note: Normally students will take no more than 3 of PSYCH 480-486. Offered: F,W,S]

SEM · Course ID 011173On ucalendarPSYCH 485 today

PSYCH 486 Directed Studies - Advanced Statistics

The student conducts an extensive study of advanced statistical techniques under the supervision of a faculty member. Course requirements normally include assessment of competency through examination. The course application form must include a detailed course plan including the method of evaluation. [Note: Normally students will take no more than three of PSYCH 480-486. Offered: F, W]

RDG · Course ID 012281On ucalendarPSYCH 486 today

PSYCH 487W Psychological Measurement and Testing (WLU)

Taught at Wilfrid Laurier University. Refer to WLU calendar for details.

LEC · Course ID 016376On ucalendarPSYCH 487W today

PSYCH 490R Special Studies

An independent, in-depth study, based on empirical research and/or extensive reading in psychology under the direction of individual instructors in psychology. Available to individuals or small groups of Social Development Studies majors and arranged with one of the faculty members from the plan. The project must be approved by the academic supervisor of the course prior to registration. [Note: Normally, a student may only take two of the following: PSYCH 490R, SOC 490R, SOCWK 490R, SDS 490R, SDS 499A and SDS 499B.]

ESS · Course ID 013100On ucalendarPSYCH 490R today

PSYCH 492 Psychological Measurement: Foundations of Research and Practice

Students learn how to develop reliable and valid measures of psychological constructs (e.g., self-esteem, mind wandering), and study and apply advanced analytic procedures (e.g., regression, factor analysis). This course is foundational for graduate studies in all six areas of psychology, and for applied jobs in business, clinical, and educational settings.

LEC · Course ID 010123On ucalendarPSYCH 492 today

PSYCH 492AW Applied Community Research (WLU)

PSYCH 492AW is typically held in the Fall and must be taken before PSYCH 492BW. PSYCH 492AW and 492BW are half credit courses. A grade for PSYCH 492AW will be submitted only after completion of 492BW.

LEC · Course ID 015849On ucalendarPSYCH 492AW today

PSYCH 492BW Applied Community Research (WLU)

PSYCH 492AW and 492BW are each 0.50 credit course, that must both be completed in order to receive credit. A grade for PSYCH 492AW will be submitted only after completion of 492BW.

LEC · Course ID 015850On ucalendarPSYCH 492BW today

PSYCH 493 Data Analysis and Graphing in R

The course aims to make students effective, autonomous users of R, a statistics software program with graphical applications and utility in many careers. Students learn to code syntax, analyze, and graph data using R. Each student conducts an R-based data analysis project of particular interest to them.

SEM · Course ID 015310On ucalendarPSYCH 493 today

PSYCH 499A Honours Thesis - Part 1

Under supervision of a faculty member students normally will review literature, design a study, present an oral research proposal, collect data, and write a scholarly report of the project. Students may choose to begin PSYCH 499 in their 3B or 4A term. [Note: No more than two of PSYCH 499A/499B/499C may be taken in one term. A grade for PSYCH 499A and 499B will be submitted only after completion of 499C. Further details are available in the Honours Thesis Handbook. Offered: F,W,S]

PRJ · Course ID 008105On ucalendarPSYCH 499A today

PSYCH 499B Honours Thesis - Part 2

Continuation of PSYCH 499A.

PRJ · Course ID 008106On ucalendarPSYCH 499B today

PSYCH 499C Honours Thesis - Part 3

Continuation of PSYCH 499A/B.

PRJ · Course ID 008107On ucalendarPSYCH 499C today