This course is an introductory survey of representative theoretical points of view and research relevant to the major problems of the study of personality.

Requisites:

  • Complete All of the following:
    • Complete the following:
      • PY2230 - Developmental Psychology (3)
    • Or equivalent

This course is designed as an introductory course in quantitative research methods and statistics in psychology. Its primary goal is to direct students' development in critical thinking skills. Students will be able to make independent judgments and decisions based on reason and evidence as opposed to authority, tradition or opinion. The course will cover topics such as using objective measurement-based and inferential research strategies to develop hypotheses, designing appropriate data collection tools, analyzing and interpreting descriptive and inferential statistical results, and writing research reports and proposals.

Requisites:

  • Complete All of the following:
    • Complete the following:
      • PY1050 - Social and Individual Behaviour (3)
    • One of PY2110 or ST1510 or permission of the instructor

This course examines human sexuality from biopsychological, developmental, behavioural, and psycho social perspectives. Students will learn about healthy and unhealthy sexuality and its potential psychological consequences on individuals and society.

Requisites:

  • Complete the following:
    • PY1040 - Basic Psychological Processes (3)
    • PY1050 - Social and Individual Behaviour (3)

Biological, cognitive and social aspects of psychological development will be explored, with special emphasis on infancy, childhood and adolescence.

Requisites:

  • Complete All of the following:
    • Complete the following:
      • PY1040 - Basic Psychological Processes (3)
      • PY1050 - Social and Individual Behaviour (3)
    • Or equivalent courses

This second introductory course in psychology follows PY1040 and gives students an understanding of themselves and other people through the study of basic concepts, principles, theories, and methods used in the scientific study of behaviour. The course covers biological and cognitive development, emotion and motivation, social psychology, personality theories, mental and behavioural disorders, treatment of mental and behavioural disorders, and stress and health.

Requisites:

  • Complete the following:
    • PY1040 - Basic Psychological Processes (3)

This first introductory course in psychology gives students an understanding of themselves and other people through the study of basic concepts, principles, theories, and methods used in the scientific study of behaviour. The course covers research methods in psychology, the biological bases of behaviour, neurophysiology, sensation, perception, learning, states of consciousness, memory and cognition.

This course is an introduction to key political concepts such as power, authority, order, equality, freedom and justice. These concepts are examined as they are employed by different ideologies including liberalism, conservatism, socialism, communism, anarchism, feminism, postmodernism and religious fundamentalism. Political ideas and practices are also examined in the context of democratic, authoritarian and totalitarian forms of government. The role of the news media under different kinds of regime may also be considered.

An examination of resistance training and supplementary strength and conditioning methodologies for general conditioning and sport specific conditioning. Emphasis on various strength training techniques, exercise mechanics, program designs and implementations as they relate to specific activities or sports. Topics will include current advanced training techniques such as periodization, Olympic Lifting, and/or plyometric training.

Requisites:

  • Complete 1 of the following:
    • Complete the following:
      • PF1980 - Leadership in Resistance Training (3)
    • Permission of the instructor

This course provides foundations specific to administration and management of the fitness industry and personal training professionals.

Requisites:

  • Complete the following:
    • PF1910 - Fitness Practicum (3)

This course will involve students applying techniques in exercise testing and prescription for individuals/groups. Participants will be involved in integration seminars in the class and in practical experience at local fitness centres.

Requisites:

  • Complete the following:
    • PF1910 - Fitness Practicum (3)
    • PF2920 - Certified Personal Trainer Exercise Prescription (3)
    • PF2980 - Advanced Training Methodologies (3)
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