101 courses in the 1985–86 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 1985–86
Professor, Chairman of the Department P.M. Merikle, BA (Knox), MA, PhD (Virginia)
Professor, Dean of the Faculty of Arts R.K. Banks, BA, MA, PhD (Toronto)
Associate Professor, Associate Dean.
Undergraduate Affairs and Computing.
Faculty of Arts
Faculty listed in 1985–86
GA. Griffin, BA (Colgate), MA, PhD (Wisconsin), Recipient of the Distirguished Teacher Award
Associate Professor, Associate
Chairman
Faculty listed in 1985–86
J.G. Hoimes, BA, MA (Carleton), PhD (North Carolina)
Professor, Associate Chairman, Graduate Affairs
M.D. Vogel-Spratt, BA (McMaster), MA, PhD (Toronto)
Professor, Associate Chairman, Undergraduate Affairs MP. Zanna, BA, PhD (Yale)
Professors °
Faculty listed in 1985–86
K.S. Bowers, BA, PhD (illinois)
M.P. Bryden, BS (MIT), MSc, PhD (McGill)
W.C. Corning, BA (Heidelberg), PhD (Rochester)
D.P. Crowne, BA (Antioch College) EdM (Rochester), PhD (Purdue)
J.ADyal, BA (Oklahoma), PAD (illinois)
Faculty listed in 1985–86
C.K. Knapper,? BA (Sheffield), PhD (Saskatchewan)
H.M. Lefcourt, BA (Antioch College), MA, PhD (Ohio State)
M.J. Lerner, BA, MA (Ohio State), PhD (New York)
R.G. Marteniuk,? BPE, MA (Alberta), EdD (California)
Faculty listed in 1985–86
D. Meichenbaum, AB (City College of New York}, MA, PhD (IKinois)
S. Reinis, MD, SCs (Charles)
Faculty listed in 1985–86
H. Ross, BA (Toronto), PhD (North Carofina)
NA. Ross, BA (Toronta), MA, PhD (North Carolina)
P.M. Rowe, BA (Toronto), MA (Dalhousie), PhD (McGill)
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. Students may receive credit for only one of PSYCH 101 or PSYCH 120R Also offered at St. Jerome's College.
PSYCH 102 ; Introductory Psychology Special Topics An in-depth study of selected broad issues and problems introduced in PSYCH 101. Students may receive credit for only one of PSYCH 102 or PSYCH 121R Also offered at St. Jerome's College.
Applications of Psychological research to contemporary problems: man and environment, human factors engineering, management and organizations, crime and violence, and public health.
The role of culture on the development of Petception, Cognition, Learning and, - Memory, cultural influences on personality and personality disorders, and on conflict and aggression.
Focus on research which investigates the everyday task of coping with ourselves, our environment, and the peopie we encounter. Topics will focus on the themes of knowing the self, interpersonal relationships, and of the way in which our social and physical environment affects our behaviour.
The relation between brain as a substrate and mind as a process is an important scientific and philosophical problem. In this course, those biological aspects of brain function will be discussed which are directly related to the functioning of the human mind.
The logic of measurement in Psychology. Descriptive procedures for collecting and handling data. Making inferences from test scores. The use of correlational procedures in measuring intelligence, achievement, aptitudes, interests and personality.
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 in the second decade of human development. Consideration is given to such areas as intellectual, emotional and social growth, and identity formation. Current concepts, issues, and research are stressed.
PSYCH 217Aging and Basic Psychological Processes3C 0.5 ‘
What processes change as adults age? ls the idea of age-related decline in functioning a myth? The course deals with processes such as memory, perception, intelligence, and problemsolving. it also outlines the problems in interpreting developmental research. Prereq: PSYCH 101
An examination of the psychological _ aspects of aging and the traditional and recent literature relating to various views on the reality of death in the life of man. Therapy with dying individuals is reviewed and evaluated.
Approaches of traditional psychological theories and especially of a modern psychology of consciousness toward phenomena of religious experience, mysticism and meditation are examined. The transcendent phenomena are compared with other altered states of consciousness.
Sexuality. . . This course will examine psychological and social psychological theories and empirical investigations of human sexuality. Prereq: PSYCH 101 or permission of instructor . Offered at St. Jerome's College.
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 ®ve will be introduced. Students may receive credit for only one of PSYCH 253 or PSYCH 220R Prereq: PSYCH 101
PSYCH 258Principles and Evolution of Psychoanalytic Thought3C 0.5
This course expresses the fundamental psychoanalytic vision as articulated by Sigmund Freud, and its relevance to the humanities. The theme is to understand the potentially liberating spirit which is at the root of psychoanalysis.
Introduction to brain, basic physiological processes, and their roles in behaviour. Course covers sensing and perceiving; neural bases of action; motivation; learning and memory; and consciousness. Both experimental and clinical data are considered.
Survey of mechanisms, development, adaptive value and evaluation of behaviour in non-human animals. Covers ethology, sociobiology and experimental comparative psychology. Emphasis on principles of research with laboratory and wild animals as well as methods of observing behaviour. : Prereq: PSYCH 101 or permission of instructor
An introduction to the methods used in psychological research. Methods for observing behaviour and the procedures used to summarize these observations are emphasized.
Prereq:PSYCH 101 and second year Honours standing in Psychology
An introduction ta the logic and methods of inferential statistics with emphasis on application in Psychology. Also included is a more detailed treatment of the methods and projects introduced in PSYCH 291.
Prereq:PSYCH 291 and second year Honours standing in Psychology
See overlapping content note (Grading Systems, Item 6) on page 8.7.
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.
PSYCH 311Behaviour and Development of Human Infants3C 0.5
The purposes of this course are to study the behaviour and development of human infants, to gain direct experience with infants, and to examine community attitudes and resources available for infant care.
A critical examination of the concept of learning disability and of current issues in the assessment and remediation of learning problems. Prereq: PSYCH 211, 212, or 213 Also offered at St. Jerome's College.
A consideration of psychological theory and research dealing with the nature and origin of morat development, developmental differences in moral judgement, and various approaches to teaching moral behaviour with its consequent effects on the individual. Prereq: PSYCH 211 Also offered at St. Jerome's College
An examination of children’s psychological disorders from several major perspectives with an emphasis on current research findings. Theoretical and clinical issues are considered. Prereg: PSYCH 211 Offered at St. Jerome's College.
PSYCH 322APrinciples and Practice in Early Childhood Education 1/B FW 0.5/0.5
Current principles of teaching preschoo!l-aged children. An emphasis is placed on those curricula which aim to foster social and cognitive development. Topics inciude: characteristics and needs of children in group-care settings; classroom management; curriculum planning.
Prereq: Acceptance into the Early Childhood Education and Care Option
A letter grade for PSYCH 322A will be submitted only after completion of PSYCH 322B
PSYCH 323A-Practicum in Early Childhood Education 1/B FW 0.0/0.5
Directed supervision with young children in group settings. The course requires 3 hours of field work per week. Must be taken concurrently with PSYCH 322.
Prereq: Acceptance into the Early Childhood Education and Care Option (Honours)
Pass/Fail Grading.
A grade for PSYCH 323A will be submitted only after the completion of PSYCH 323B
PSYCH 325APracticum in Early Childhood Education A/B FW 0.0/0.5
Directed supervision with young children in group settings. The course requires 3 hours of field work per week over 2 terms. In addition, students are required to complete 4 full-day weeks in block placements during the academic year. Must be taken concurrently with PSYCH
Prereq: Acceptance into the Early Childhood Education and Care Option (General).
Pass/Fail Grading.
A grade for PSYCH 325A will be submitted only after the completion of PSYCH 325B
produce important changes in the way people think, feel and behave including psychoanalysis, behaviour therapy, brainwashing, cult conversions, deprogramming, hypnosis, biofeedback and meditation.
An examination of the following | major topics in personnel psychology: employment planning, selection and. recruitment, selection techniques, career development, performance appraisal, training programs, labour relations, compensations systems.
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..
Contemporary theories on the therapeutic application of group processes. Issues such as group development, leader skitls and training, selection of members, problems encountered in both process and outcome research will be examined.
An examination and evaluation of some of the outstanding theories of personality. Students may receive credit for only one of PSYCH 355 or PSYCH 322f Prereq: PSYCH 101 Cross-listed as PSYCH 322R.
PSYCH 356Contemporary Approaches to the Study of Personality3C 0.5
An examination and evaluation of current research in Personality focusing on such topics as intrinsic motivation, self concept, emotion, locus of control, etc.
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: spacing, territoriality, crowding, subjective impressions of environments, and research paradigms. Prereq: PSYCH 101 or permission of instructor
Open only to students in a Psychology Program (Honours, Joint Honours, General, Minor) who have Honours standing. , Preregq: PSYCH 261 and 391 (acceptable as a corequisite)
PSYCH 425APracticum in Early Childhood Education B/B F,W 0.0/0.5
For advanced students in early childhood education. The course requires 6 hours of field work per week in preschool, daycare, or kindergarten settings over 2 terms. In addition, students are required to participate in 6 complete weeks (full days) in block placements during the academic year.
piicbopathology area PSYCH 322 and 325
Advanced Data Analysis An examination of the effective use and interpretation of statistics in complex research designs. Topics include an introduction to multivariate analysis, analysis of variance, and applied psychdlogical research.
Prereq: PSYCH 292 and third year Honours standing in Psychology
See overlapping content note (Grading Systems, item 6) on page 8.7
Psychological M ment An introduction to the logic of measurement in Psychology with specigl emphasis placed on the use of psychological tests to assess individual and group differences.
PSYCH 422APrinciples and Practice in Early Childhood Education Il/B FW 0.5/0.5
An examination of the various aspects of planning and administration in early childhood education programs. Topics include: Practical applications of Piaget’s theory; parent education. Prereq: PSYCH 322 and 323 or 325 A letter grade for PSYCH 422A will be submitted only after the completion of PSYCH 422B
PSYCH 423APracticum in Early Childhood Education Ii/B FW 0.0/0.5
Practicum for advanced students in early childhood education. The course requires 6 hours of field work per week in preschool, kindergarten, or daycare settings.
PSYCH 440AGroup and Individual Counselling/B F,W 0.5/0.5
The practice of counselling in terms of current psychologica! theories and research. The demonstration and development of these concepts are aided by personal participation, exercises, role play and videotape simulation.
Prereq:PSYCH 334 and 344 or suitable alternative and permission of instructor
Offered at St. Jerome's College.
SEMINARS Departmental listing of seminar offerings for 1985-86 should be consulted.
PSYCH 480ADirected Studies in Special Topics/B F.W,S FR 05/05
For the student who desires to pursue a patticular 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.
Each student will work under the direction of a member of the department on a critical integrative review of an issue in a research literature. The result of this review will be presented in the form of a thesis, which will be critically examined by members of the department.
Open to fourth year Honours or Makeup oniy.
A letter grade for PSYCH 498A will be submitted only after the completion of PSYCH 498B
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 depart- . ment.
Open to fourth year Honours or Makeup only.
A letter grade for PSYCH 499A will be submitted only after the completion
The following courses are administered by Renison College. Since these courses are intended primarily for students in the Social Development program, students planning a General or Honours Psychology program must consult their faculty advisor conceming Psychology major credit for these courses.
Basic concepts and techniques of modern psychology as a behavioural science, with special emphasis on social aspects of behaviour. Topics may include the nervous system, perception, learning, memory, cognition, motivation, emotion, development, personality, social influences, psychopathology and psychotherapy. . Students may receive credit for only one of PSYCH 120R or PSYCH 101
A continuation of PSYCH 120R with in-depth study of some selected topics. Prereq: PSYCH 120R Students may receive credit for only one of PSYCH 121R or PSYCH 102
Examination of psychological principles involved in individual-society interaction. Topics may include research methods, self, sexual attitudes and behaviour, person perception, attitudes, affiliation, aggression, altruism, groups, environment and behaviour, ioneliness, social psychology and legal process.
Prereq: An introductory Psychology course
Students may receive credit for only one of PSYCH 220R or PSYCH 253
Interpersonal interaction A consideration of selected theories of interpersonal interaction. Topics include E. Goffman, non-verbal communication, H.S. Sullivan, transactional analysis, the double-bind theory, R.D. Laing, the basic dimensions of interpersonal behaviour, and social exchange. Prereq: PSYCH 220R or PSYCH 253 Students may receive credit for only one of PSYCH 221R or PSYCH 254
PSYCH 32°R F 3C 05 Personality Theory An examination of the major theories of personality including consideration of the psychoanalytic, dispositional, humanistic, and behaviouristic models.
Prereq: An introductory Psychology mise Students may receive credit for only ere of PSYCH 322R or PSYCH 355
* sivey of concepts, theory, and esearch dealing with the nature and etiology of behavioural abnormality. Topics include neurosis, schizophrenia, depression, psychophysiological and behavioural disorders.
Prereq: An introductory Psychology Course
Students may receive credit for only one of PSYCH 323R or PSYCH 357
One cr more term courses will be offered from time to time as announced by the Social Development Studies Prag:am. Subjects will be dependent uocn special research and/or instructional interests of facuity.
4 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.