87 courses in the 1978–79 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
Notes
Faculty listed in 1978–79
Professor, Chairman of the Department R.K. Banks, BA, MA, PhD (Toronto)
Associate Professor, Associate Chairman Undergraduate Affairs
G.A. Griffin, BA (Colgate), MA, PhD (Wisconsin).
Recipient of the Distinguished Teacher Award.
Faculty listed in 1978–79
Associate Professor, Associate Chairman Graduate Aftairs
Professors G.A. Barnard’, BA, MA(Cambridge), PhD, DSc (London) K. S. Bowers, BA, PhD (Illinois) M. Breidenbaugh, BA (Wittenberg), PhD (Vienna) M.P. Bryden, BS (MIT), MSc, PhD (McGill) W.C. Corning, BA (Heidelberg), PhD (Rochester) D.P. Crowe, BA (Antioch College), EdM (Rochester), PhD (Purdue) J. A. Dyal, BA (Oklahoma), PhD (illinois) W. D. Fenz, BA (Southern Missionary), MA, BD (St.\Andrew’s), MSc (Hawaii), PhD (Mass) M. Kinsbourne, BA, MA (Oxford), BM, BCh (Guy's | Hospital), DM (Oxford), (part-time) C.K. Knapper?, BA (Sheffield), PhD (Saskatchewan) H. M. Lefcourt, BA (Antioch), MS, PhD (Ohio State) M. Lerner’, BA, MA (Ohio State), PhD (New York University) D. Meichenbaum, AB (City College of New York), MA, PhD (Illinois) P. M. Merikie, BA (Knox), MA, PhD (Virginia) S. Reinis, MD, CSc (Charles University) P. M. Rowe, BA (Toronto), MA (Dalhousie), PhD (McGill) D.A. Sprott’, BA, MA, PhD (Toronto), FSS R.A. Steffy, BA (Albright), MA, PhD (lilinois) M. D. Vogel-Sprott’, BA (McMaster), MA, PhD (Toronto)
Associate Professors
Faculty listed in 1978–79
D. M. Amoroso, BA, MA (Toronto), PhD (Waterloo)
J.M. Anglin, BA (Toronto), PhD (Harvard)
T.E. Cadell, BA (UBC), MSc (Massachusetts), PhD (Wisconsin)
J.A. Cheyne, (WLU), MA, PhD (Waterloo)
J. M. Cornell, BA, MS, PhD (Washington)
J.G. Holmes, BA, MA (Carleton), PhD (North Carolina)
G.E. MacKinnon, BA (Queen's), PhQ (John Hopkins)
R.G. Marteniuk?, BPE, MA (Alberta), EdD (California)
Faculty listed in 1978–79
P.J.Naus®, BA, PhD (Nijmegin)
J.E. Orlando’, BA (Western Ontario), MA (Detroit), MA, PhD (Michigan)
H. Ross, BA (Toronto), PhD (North Carolina)
M.A. Ross, BA (Toronto), MA, PhD (North Carolina) K.H. Rubin, BA (McGill), MA, PhD (Penn State) R.D. Seim, BA (Queen's), PhD (Waterloo) R. V. Thysell’?, BA (Montana), MA, PhD (lowa) D. L. Wantstein, BA (Alma College) PhD (California, Irvine) E.E. Ware, BA, MA (Richmond), PhD (Illinois) M. P. Zanna, BA, PhD (Yale)
Assistant Professors
Faculty listed in 1978–79
R. J. Alapack§, BA (Scranton), MA, PhD (Duquesne)
F.A. Allard, BA, BPE, MA, PhD (Waterloo)
R.F. Asarnow, BS (Rutgers), MA, PhD (Illinois)
H. Best, BA (Toronto), MA, PhD (Waterloo)
P.E. Bowers, BA (Rosemount), MA, PhD (Illinois) (part-time).
N. Charness, BA (McGill), MS, PhD (Carnegie-Mellon)
A. deCarufel, BA (Carleton), MA, PhD (North Carolina)
R.H. Lahue*, BSc (Fordham), PhD (Waterloo)
T. J. Lottman®, BS, MA (Xavier), PhD (Loyola of Chicago)
J. Psotka, BA (Toronto), AM (Harvard), PhD (Yale)
J. A. Van Evra’, BA (Valparaiso), MA (Bowling Green), PhD (Michigan State)
D. M. Willows, BA (Manitoba), MA, PhD (Waterloo)
Adjunct Professors
Faculty listed in 1978–79
J. R. Amdur, BS (Portland State Coll.), MA, PhD (Denver)
D.S. Barnes, BA, MD (Western Ontario)
Faculty listed in 1978–79
R.E. Enfield, BA (Whittier College), MA, PhD (Arizona)
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.
Also offered through Renison College and St, Jerome’s College
This course is designed to introduce the student to theories in Learning and Motivation and to provide the student with an understanding of the experimental techniques in these areas.
An examination of data and theory concerning perceptual processes. Topics will include the perception of form and space, perceptual learning and a consideration of the effect of personality variables in perception.
A study of the psychological processes occurring in the second decade of human development. Consideration is given to such areas as intellectual development.
‘ emotional and social growth, and identity formation.
Current concepts, issues, and research are stressed. Prereq: Psych211 Offered at St. Jerome’s College
An examination of both the psychological aspects of the . aging process and the traditional and recent literature relating to various views as to the part played by the reality of death in the life of man. Recent attempts at therapy with dying individuals are reviewed and evaluated.
PSYCH 231Psychology of Religious Experience 'Fi 3C¢ 0.5
Approaches of traditional psychological theories and especially of a modern psychology of consciousness toward phenomena Of religious experience, mysticism and meditation are examined. The transcendant phenomena are compared with other altered states of consciousness Prereq: Psych 101 Offered at St. Jerome’s College
Analyses of learning disabilities associated with various categories of exceptionality including mental retardation, emotional problems, and receptive and expressive handicaps.
An introduction to theories and research on people in their physical and social environment. Typically, topics such as conformity, persuasion, attraction, prejudice, communication, aggression, the psychology of freedom, justice and human exchange will be introduced. Prereq: Psych 101
A psychological analysis of social interaction. The development of interpersonal attraction from first impressions to long-term reiationships. The roots of hostility, conflict and communication problems. Prereq: Psych 253
An introduction to basic statistical concepts and to the theory and use of psychological tests. Consideration is given to the assessment of personality, intelligence, aptitudes, and interests, and to the analysis of individual and group differences in behaviour.
PSYCH 283Statistical Methods in PsychologyF,W = 30,1T 0.5
An introduction to the logical and theoretical base for the application of statistical methods to the solution of problems in the social sciences. Consideration will be given to the descriptive statistics, to sampling statistics and to an introduction to inferential statistics.
An introduction to the theory and use of psychological tests. Special emphasis is placed on the assessment of personality, intelligence, aptitudes and interests. Prereq: Psych 283
A consideration of data and theory concerning sensory processes. Topics will include psychophysical | methodology, sensory mechanisms and the neuropsychological basis of perception.
PSYCH 311Behaviour and Development of Human InfantsW 3C 0.5
Aninquiry into the behaviour and development of human infants in the first two years of life, with emphasis on the implications of current research and theory for infant care.
A review of traditional concepts, current thoughts and major research on the psychopathology of childhood. Specific attention will be given to socialization processes and educational procedures.
Theory and practice are integrated in an attempt to identify and to understand the social factors which inhibit or facilitate healthy development of the individual. The adequacy of existing social structures and institutions in the treatment of various personal problems is assessed. Prereq: Psych 253
PSYCH 341Psychology of Early Childhood EducationF 3C 0.5
An introduction to the field of early childhood education. Topics to be considered include: (1) historical review of the area; (2) application of psychological theory to early childhood education; (3) the disadvantaged child and head start.
Facilitative human relations within the context of education, guidance and interpersonal exchanges are’ treated in terms of current psychological theories and research, The demonstration and development of these concepts are aided by personal participation, observation and taped sessions.
Prereq: Psych 355, 357, and 334 or suitable alternative and permission of instructor.
PSYCH 354Interpersonal Processes in Critical SituationsW 3C 0.5
The course will examine reactions to other people’s misfortunes such as serious physical and mental illness, natural disaster, poverty and discrimination. The focus will be on the understanding of the processes which occur within the observer and how these processes are reflected in interpersonal behaviour.
A study of theory and research related to the adaptation and to the function of personality in a variety of natural and artifical settings. The focus is on normal behaviour. Prereq: Psych355 Also offered at St. Jerome’s College
This course is intented to increase the awareness and understanding of the impact of the environment on human behaviour and experience. Topics to be discussed include: spacing, territoriality, crowding, subjective impressions of environments, and research paradigms.
Prereq: Psych 101 and 275 or 283 or permission of instructor.
PSYCH 421Senior Practicum in Preschool GroupsY 4P 1.0
Laboratory experience for advanced students in guiding and supervising developmental experience for young children. Consideration of professional practical matters of organization and administration in early childhood education and care.
PSYCH 480Directed Studies in Special TopicsY,M 3R°— 1.0
For the student who desires to pursue a particular topic in depth through independent experimental research and/or extensive reading. A faculty member must approve a student’s project prior to registration for this course. Open to exceptional students with permission of the instructor and the Department.
PSYCH 498Senior Honours Essay -— Review PaperY,M R 1.0
Each student will work under the direction of a member of the department on a critical integrative review of an issue in research literature. The result of this review wiil be presented in the form of a thesis, which will be critically examined by members of the department.
PSYCH 499Senior Honours Essay -— Experimental Study_-Y,M R 1.0
Each student will work under the direction of a member of the department on an experimental study. The result of this investigation will be presented in the form of a thesis, which will be critically examined by members of the department.
Also offered at St. Jerome's College
The following courses are administered by Renison College. Since these courses are intended primarily for students in the Social Development programme, students planning a General or Honours Psychology programme must consult their faculty advisor concerning Psychology major credit for these courses.
An examination of psychological principles involved in the interaction of the individual and society. Topics include conformity, mass media, attitude formation, prejudice, attraction, aggression.
A consideration of theories and research into interpersonal interaction. Topics include H. S. Sullivan; Double Bind Theory; Non-verbal Behaviour; Transactional Analysis; R. D. Laing; Interaction Approaches to Personality; Social Exchange; balance, attribution and reinforcement theories; complementary needs; rules of encounter.
PSYCH 322RPersonality (Personality Theory)- OF 3c 0.5
An examination of the major theories of personality including consideration of the psychoanalytic, dispositional, humanistic, and behaviouristic models. (Cross-listed with Psych 355)
One or more half courses will be offered from time to time as announced by the Social Development Studies Programme. Subjects will be dependent upon special research and/or instructional interests of faculty.
An examination of the findings in several areas of psychological interest in a diversity of cultural settings will provide students in psychology and other disciplines with an appreciation for the cultural relativity of psychological data and concepts.
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 programme.
Prereq: Permission of Undergraduate Officer.
S,F,W/S,F,W R/R
Sociology
Soct20R/121R F/W 3C/3C 0.5/0.5 Fundamentals of Sociology
An examination of the fundamental concepts of sociology and their application in seeking to understand the changing patterns and life styles taking place specifically
in Canada, and in general, within North American society.