AUPSY 269 - Principles of Learning

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

In-depth examination of classical and operant conditioning and social learning theory. This course provides an in-depth examination of conditioning principles and discusses how those principles can be used to modify behaviour. Topics covered may include reinforcement, extinction, punishment, schedules of reinforcement, stimulus discrimination, fading, stimulus-response chaining, generalization, modelling, Pavlovian conditioning, forgetting and concept learning. Prerequisites: AUPSY 103. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUPSY 269 and 369 (2021).

AUPSY 391 - Directed Reading

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 1-0-0)

Intensive study of a specific area of psychology as defined by the student and a supervising instructor. Prerequisite: Consent of the Instructor. Notes: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course. AUPSY 391 is classified as a science course; AUPSY 392 is classified as an arts course.

AUPSY 441 - Emotion

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

A survey of theory and research on affect and emotion science. Topics covered may include the history of emotion research, measurement and classification of specific emotions, neurobiology of emotions, cognitive and cultural influences, consequences of emotions/moods, and disorders of emotion. Prerequisite: AUPSY 240 or 275; third year standing.

AUPSY 483 - Psychological Disorders

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Advanced-level course that focuses on the research related to the etiology, classification, assessment, and treatment of a variety of psychological disorders in children and adults (e.g., anxiety, addictions, depression, schizophrenia, and personality disorders). A student becomes acquainted with the Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). Prerequisite: AUPSY 263 or 275. AUPSY 486 is highly recommended.

AUPSY 103 - Introduction to Psychology

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

The course focuses on the basic principles underlying human behaviour. Topics include the central nervous system, cognition, development, social, and personality, and mental health. AUPSY 103 is classified as a science course.

AUPSY 275 - An Introduction to the Brain and Nervous System

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Introduction to the structure and function of the nervous system, with a special emphasis on the brain. Prerequisite: AUPSY 103.

AUPSY 375 - Neuroplasticity

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

An introduction to neuroplasticity, the ability of our central nervous system to change due to the interplay between development and experience. Prerequisite: AUPSY 275.