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Course ID	Course
PSYC 412	PSYC 412 Strategies for the Exceptional Child Course Credits: 4 This course builds upon the information presented in introductory courses to inclusive education. It is intended for pre-professional Education students, professional teachers, and those in psychology, social services, and nursing, and is designed to provide information and strategies for: assessing the needs of students, developing intervention techniques, and utilizing the resources of various professionals to meet the diverse needs of exceptional students and exceptional families. Enrolment in this class includes a practicum in a special needs setting. Cross-listed: EDUC 412 Prerequisite(s): EDUC 310 or PSYC 310
PSYC 415	PSYC 415 Human Sexuality Course Credits: 3 Concepts and materials treating the meaning and significance of human sexuality. Due to the discussion-oriented format, preparation, attendance, and full participation are required. Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing
PSYC 416	PSYC 416 Psychology & the Law Course Credits: 3 A consideration of human behaviour within the legal system, including issues related to giving testimony, jury decision-making, and defense pleas. Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
PSYC 418	PSYC 418 Memory & Attention Course Credits: 3 This course examines current models of the human memory system, as well as practical mnemonic aids and theoretical issues and models. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 105, 106, 201 plus 6 additional sem. hrs. of Psychology
PSYC 420	PSYC 420 Adult Development & Aging Course Credits: 3 An introduction to the developmental tasks, issues, and experiences common to human development from young adulthood through old age. The theories of adult development and aging; the role of genetic and environmental factors in aging; the effects of aging on sensation and perception, learning and cognition, personality and adjustment; and the issues of death and bereavement are topics examined. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 215 and third-year standing NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
PSYC 431	PSYC 431 Introduction to Career Counselling & Development Course Credits: 3 A critical introduction to the theory and practice of career counselling. The course offers an overview of major factors affecting career development. Current trends and how to meet developing needs. The importance of effective career counselling in the lifelong development of the individual. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 331 and third-year standing NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
PSYC 440	PSYC 440 Psychology of Religion Course Credits: 3 An application of the tools of empirical psychology to the study of the development and function of religious experience. This course offers an analysis of the role of religious experience in the human personality. Specific religious experiences (e.g., conversion, prayer, glossolalia, miracles) are examined with a view to understanding their function in the normal individual. Cross-listed: RELS 470 Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
PSYC 471	PSYC 471 Human Neuropsychology Course Credits: 3 An in-depth examination of the relationship between brain function and psychological processes such as spatial processing, language, and executive functioning. Behavioral and psychological consequences of neurological disorders will be the focus of inquiry. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 254, and third-year standing
PSYC 497	PSYC 497 Senior Thesis Course Credits: 3 Under supervision of the departmental faculty, students conduct a careful review of the literature on a topic of their choice as well as an empirical study of some portion of the topic. The final written result is submitted in thesis form. Prerequisite(s): Minimum GPA 3.3; consent of the department chair

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