bibrahim/traindata huggingface dataset:
LH: 3
PR: OCSC 2001, or OCSC 1000 and Biology 1002
 
OCSC 3002 Aquaculture and Fisheries Biotechnology
is an introduction to biotechnology and genetics as they are applied to aquaculture and fisheries. Topics covered include genetic variation; genetic structure of fish and shellfish populations; the genetic basis of aquaculture traits; finfish and shellfish genomic research; marker-assisted selection in aquaculture; manipulation of ploidy; genetic engineering in aquaculture; and techniques used to study the responses of aquatic animals to external stressors such as hypoxia, temperature stress, acidification, and pathogens.
PR: Biology 2250 or Human Biosciences 2004 or the former Biochemistry 2100 or 2200
 
OCSC 3600 Marine Microbiology
provides an overview of microbial activity in the ocean, both in natural and applied settings. The focus is on interactions between microorganisms and other biota, ranging from deep-sea vent invertebrates to commercially cultured fish species. Prospective topics include effluent discharge, water quality, bacterial metabolism and nutrient cycles, bacteria-virus and bacteria-host interactions (including symbioses and pathogenesis), and marine microbial biotechnology.
CO: Biology 2250 or Human Biosciences 2004 or the former Biochemistry 2100 or 2200
 
OCSC 3640 Environmental Physiology of Animals
covers physiological adaptations of animals facilitating their survival in natural environments with emphasis on physiological and biochemical responses of animals to extreme environments. Starting with the fundamental basis of physiological mechanisms, the course explores various aspects and the integration of major physiological processes (metabolism, respiration, osmoregulation) and how these relate to ecological niche.
CR: the former Biology 3403 or the former Biology 4455
EQ: Biology 3640
PR: Biology 2060; Human Biosciences 2003 or the former Biochemistry 3106 or 3206
UL: may not be used to fulfill the physiology course requirement for a Biology major, honours or joint honours program
 
OCSC 3710 Laboratory Methods in Biological Oceanography
uses a practical laboratory-based approach to investigate interactions between marine life and their ocean environment and is intended for students of biology and ocean science. Both experimental and computer-based modelling labs will cover topics such as historical and modern approaches for investigating planktonic life, life in and near the seafloor, and life in the sea surface microlayer.
EQ: Biology 3710
PR: Science 1807 and Science 1808; Ocean Sciences 2000
 
OCSC 3711 Principles of Marine Biology
OCSC 3711 Principles of Marine Biology
is an introductory course in biology of the oceans. Introduces students to marine habitats and the organisms that inhabit them, emphasizing functional morphology, physiology, biodiversity, phylogeny, and ecology. Also includes introduction to marine biogeography, conservation, fisheries and pollution.
EQ: Biology 3711
LC: either three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week or a two-week field course that embodies equivalent instructional time
LH: either three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week or a two-week field course that embodies equivalent instructional time
PR: Science 1807 and Science 1808; Biology 2122, Biology 2600
 
OCSC 3714 Estuarine Fish Ecology Field Course
examines community structure, function and distribution of northern coastal fishes in fjords and estuarine environments. Emphasis on sampling, field techniques, taxonomy, quantitative characterization, adaptations and habitat relationships. A comparative approach will contrast fish communities from other areas. To be held as a two week field course.
EQ: Biology 3714
PR: Science 1807 and Science 1808; Biology 2600
 
OCSC 3715 Ecology and Evolution of Fishes
examines the evolutionary history and ecology of the world’s fishes, with particular emphasis on those of ecological, economical and cultural importance to Eastern Canada. Topics will include taxonomy, life histories, behaviour, zoogeography, evolutionary ecology, population biology, contemporary evolution, and conservation biology.
EQ: Biology 3715
LH: 3
PR: Science 1807 and Science 1808; Biology 2600 and 2900
 
OCSC 4000 Scientific Diving Methods
is an in-depth study and application of methods routinely employed for data collection in underwater scientific research. Aspects covered include habitat mapping; installation and use of instrumentation; still and video camera techniques; planning and execution of surveys and experiments in major subtidal habitats; as well as data analysis and interpretation. Participants are trained in accordance with Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Guide for Diving Safety and the Canadian Association for Underwater Science (CAUS) standards to meet the criteria for Scientific Diver I rating. This course is normally offered at the Ocean Sciences Centre in a special 2-week session at the beginning or end of the Spring semester.
OR: The following documentation must be provided to the course instructor at least four months before the first day of the course. It must be in effect until at least the last day of the course. Submission of this documentation does not guarantee acceptance into the course. Aside from course prerequisites, acceptance will be based on successful completion, before the course begins, of a diving fitness and skills evaluation in a pool environment and demonstration of understanding of the MUN Diving Safety Manual, physics and physiology of diving, and use of recreational dive tables. Nationally recognized scuba diver certification with diver rescue and accident management techniques; diver medical examination by a licensed physician knowledgeable in diving medicine; First Aid (basic), CPR (basic), and DAN oxygen first aid for scuba diving injuries administration cards; DAN membership and insurance or medical insurance covering hyperbaric treatment; diver’s log book with at least 12 dives in the last 12 months including one dive in the last six months and four dives in cold (<10°C) water; cold-water scuba diving equipment complete with proper hydrostatic/VIP service tags on diving cylinders and overhaul/service receipts on regulators and buoyancy compensator devices.
PR: OCSC 2000 (or Biology 2122 and 2600; or Biology 3709; or Biology 3710; or Biology 3711; or Environmental Science 2371), Statistics 2550 or equivalent
 
OCSC 4605 Statistics in the Biological and Environmental Sciences
is quantitative reasoning using verbal, graphical and statistical models of scaled quantities (units and dimensions). Exploratory and confirmatory analysis of field and laboratory data. Hypothesis testing, randomization tests, and likelihood ratios. Topics include the general linear model (t-tests, ancova etc), correlation, multivariate methods, mixed models, Poisson and logistic regression.
EQ: Biology 4605
LH: 3
PR: Statistics 2550 or any of the courses listed in the credit restrictions of Statistics 2550 or permission of the instructor
 
OCSC 4122 Advanced Studies in Marine Animal Diversity
provides an in-depth examination of cellular, physiological, behavioural and ecological adaptations in marine animals. Lectures will be combined with discussions of relevant papers from the primary literature on topics of current interest which may relate morphology, ecology, evolution, natural history, species interactions and practical applications. Students will also gain hands-on experience by designing and conducting research projects involving live or preserved animals.
EQ: Biology 4122
LC: either three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week or a two-week intensive course that embodies equivalent instructional time
LH: either three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week or a two-week intensive course that embodies equivalent instructional time
PR: Science 1807 and Science 1808; OCSC 2000 and 2500 (or Biology 2122), and Biology 2600
OCSC 4200 Marine Omics
provides an overview of marine genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, glycomics, metabolomics, and lipidomics. Omics-based studies of a variety of marine organisms (e.g. fungi, algae, animals), as well as several industrial applications (e.g. biofuel, nutrigenomics, pharmacogenomics, aquaculture and fisheries), will be considered.
PR: OCSC 1000 and Biology 2250 (or Human Biosciences 2004 or the former Biochemistry 2100 or 2200), or OCSC 3002
 
OCSC 4300 Climate Change and Global Marine Fisheries Dynamics
explores the effects of ocean-atmosphere dynamics on large scale marine ecosystem domains, with a special focus on assessing the impact of anticipated climate change on global fisheries production. The course uses a blend of lectures and computer simulation laboratories to familiarize students with current research on fisheries and climate change.
LH: 3
PR: OCSC 1000, 2000 (or Biology 3710) and 2001
 
OCSC 4400 Deep-Sea Ecology
provides an overview of the physical and chemical environment of the deep sea, including hydrothermal vents and seeps, to explore adaptations in deep-sea organisms and biodiversity in this key oceanic system. The course combines lectures, seminars, discussions and computer-based laboratory tools, such as dive logs from remotely operated vehicles and data from underwater cabled observatories. It introduces students to emerging research, cutting-edge technologies, as well as natural and human impacts in the deep sea.
LH: 3
PR: OCSC 2500 and at least one course in Ocean Sciences at the 3000 or 4000 level
 
OCSC 4500 Experimental Marine Ecology
is a two-week intensive course that examines the ecology of cold oceans, focussing on energy flux through Newfoundland waters, and how the dynamics of this environment influence linkages among organisms in different habitats. The course is field and lab intensive, with lectures and a strong hands-on component. Students will collect field samples, identify local organisms from the plankton or the benthos, plan and conduct an experiment, and learn to interpret and present the gathered results. This course is offered during two weeks of the Spring or Fall semesters.
EQ: Biology 4710
PR: Science 1807 and Science 1808; Biology 2600 or at least three of OCSC 2000 (or Biology 3710), 2001, 2100, 2200, 2300
 
OCSC 4600 Crustacean Biology
OCSC 4600 Crustacean Biology
is designed to give students exposure to all aspects of crustacean biology including, but not limited to classification, anatomy and morphology, physiology, behaviour, fisheries and aquaculture. The lectures are combined with interactive activities where students can look at representative specimens, learn through dissection and simple behavioural experiments.
EQ: Biology 4600
LH: 3
PR: OCSC 2000; Biology 2122 and 2600
 
OCSC 4601 Functional Biology of Fish
is an introduction to anatomical, physiological and cellular processes in the life cycle of fishes.
EQ: Biology 4601
PR: Biology 2060, 2210; Biology 3401 or 3640 is recommended
 
OCSC 4602 Reproductive Strategies of Marine Animals
explores the principles and tactics of reproduction in an evolutionary ecology context, with an emphasis on adaptations to the marine environment. It focuses on the behavioural, ecological and life-history means by which marine animals maximize their lifetime reproductive success. The course covers such topics as sex determination, hermaphroditism, sex ratio, reproductive allocation, mating systems, sexual selection, sexual dimorphism, and parental investment. Various reproductive strategies are exemplified in the major groups of marine animals.
LH: 3
PR: OCSC 1000, Biology 2600 and 2900
 
OCSC 4603 Immunobiology of Aquatic Organisms
provides an overview of immunology of aquatic organisms. The focus is on comparative immunology, immune response to infections and environmental stressors (e.g. temperature, pollutants), and vaccinology of commercially cultured fish species. This course also covers topics related to the origin of adaptive immunity, antigen recognition and antibody diversity, memory immune response, and vaccine development. Lab visits and mini-labs are part of this course.
CO: Biology 2060
LH: 3
PR: Biology 2250 or Biochemistry 2100 or Biochemistry 2200
 
OCSC 4700 Hot Topics in Oceanography
focuses on areas of study of heightened current interest to both oceanographers and the public. Examples include changes in ocean conditions under global warming and degradation of the marine environment by polluting plastics. This course provides students with current information on a Hot Topic and prepares them for public speaking. Students are encouraged to think about relevant issues from both a scientific and societal perspective.
LH: 3
PR: OCSC 1000 and a minimum of 3 credit hours at the 3000 level in any Science course
 
OCSC 4910-4919 Special Topics in Ocean Biogeochemistry
are advanced courses for senior undergraduate students that cover one or several subjects related to environmental changes and the flow of major elements in marine systems.
PR: to be determined at the time of offer
 
OCSC 4920-4929 Special Topics in Marine Ecology
are advanced courses for senior undergraduate students that cover one or several subjects related to evolutionary and ecological principles at the organisimal and ecosystem levels in marine systems.
PR: to be determined at the time of offer
 
OCSC 4930-4939 Special Topics in Experimental Marine Biology
are advanced courses for senior undergraduate students that cover one or several subjects related to research in marine biology, such as field and laboratory experimental design, data analysis and modeling.
PR: to be determined at the time of offer
 
OCSC 4940-4949 Special Topics in Applied Ocean Sciences
are advanced courses for senior undergraduate students that cover one or several subjects of special interest in applied fields of ocean sciences, such as fisheries, conservation, aquaculture, and biotechnology.
PR: to be determined at the time of offer
 
OCSC 499A/B Honours Dissertation
is a two-semester linked course based on independent research conducted under the supervision of an academic supervisor, who is normally a faculty member of the Department of Ocean Sciences. This dissertation is mandatory for students pursuing the Honours in Ocean Sciences. It can also be used towards the requirements of the Joint Honours in Marine Biology. A grade of PAS in 499A is required to proceed to 499B. The final written dissertation is normally submitted before the end of the tenth week of the second semester and an oral presentation of the completed research is delivered before the end of the semester.
CH: 6
PR: Honours students in their final year or permission of the Head of the Department; Science 1807 and Science 1808
11.12 Psychology
www.mun.ca/psychology
The following undergraduate programs are available in the Department.
Biology and Psychology (Behavioural Neuroscience) Joint Honours (B.Sc. only)
Biology and Psychology Joint Honours (B.Sc. only)
Human Biosciences and Psychology (Behavioural Neuroscience) Joint Honours (B.Sc. only)
Major and Honours in Behavioural Neuroscience (B.Sc. only)
Major and Honours in Behavioural Neuroscience (Co-operative) (B.Sc. only)
Major and Honours in Psychology (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Major and Honours in Psychology (Co-operative) (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Minor in Psychology (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Details of Joint Honours programs are given under Joint Program Regulations.
Psychology course descriptions are found at the end of the Faculty of Science section under Course Descriptions, Psychology.

11.12.1 Regulations
Students who are completing a Major or Honours program in Psychology or Behavioural Neuroscience may substitute Psychology 2911 for 3 credit hours in Mathematics and Statistics courses for the purpose of fulfilling the Core Requirements, as described under Degree Regulations, Core Requirements and Academic Advising.
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11.12.2 Admission to Major Programs
Admission to the Major programs in the Department of Psychology is competitive and selective. Students who wish to enter these programs must submit a completed application form, available on the Department of Psychology website in the Winter semester, to the Department of Psychology by June 1 for Fall semester registration. To be eligible for admission, students must have completed the 24 credit hours as listed below with an average of at least 65% in Psychology 1000/1001 and an overall average of at least 60% in Psychology, Critical Reading and Writing (CRW), and Mathematics or Statistics:
Psychology 1000, 1001.
Six credit hours in Critical Reading and Writing (CRW) courses, including at least 3 credit hours in English courses.
Mathematics 1000 (or equivalent) or Statistics 1500, or two of Mathematics 1090, 1050, 1051 (or equivalent).
Six credit hours of electives (9 if only Mathematics 1000 or Statistics 1500 is successfully completed).
Students who fulfil the eligibility requirements compete for a limited number of available spaces. Selection is based on academic performance, normally cumulative average and performance in recent courses.
Note: Students should consult the Calendar course descriptions to determine whether Mathematics 1000 (or equivalent) is a pre-requisite for other (non-Psychology) courses they plan to take. In particular, students considering Joint Majors or Joint Honours programs should consider taking both Mathematics 1000 (or equivalent) and Statistics 1500.
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11.12.3 Admission to Honours Programs
The Honours programs in the Department of Psychology are designed for students who would like to concentrate their studies or pursue graduate work. Students who wish to be admitted to these programs must submit an application to the Department of Psychology by June 1 for Fall semester registration. This form is available on the Department of Psychology website in the Winter semester. To be eligible for admission, students must have successfully completed Psychology 2910, 2911, 2520 or 2521, and 2930 and obtained in these courses a grade of "B" or better, or an average of 75% or higher. Students who fulfill the eligibility requirements compete for a limited number of available spaces. Selection is based on academic performance in the required courses. In special circumstances, students may be admitted to Honours Programs at times other than June.
Note:
Students are advised to consult the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree Regulations or Degree Regulations for the Honours Degree of Bachelor of Science, as appropriate.
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11.12.4 Requirements for a Major in Psychology
Students completing this program cannot receive credit for Psychology 2920. Students who intend to pursue graduate studies should take courses leading to the Honours degree.
Students may Major in Psychology as part of either a B.A. or a B.Sc. program, and should consult the Degree Regulations for the General Degree of Bachelor of Science or the Degree Regulations for the General Degree of Bachelor of Arts, as appropriate. All Majors are required to complete a minimum of 42 credit hours of Psychology as listed below:
Psychology 1000, 1001, 2520 (or 2521), 2910, 2911, 2930.
Twelve credit hours in Psychology chosen from the following: 3050, 3100, the former PSYC 3250, 3251, 3350, 3450, 3620, 3650, 3750, or one of 3800, 3810, 3820, 3830, 3840 or 3860.
Twelve credit hours of 4000-level courses in Psychology, of which at least one must be a research experience course and one must be a selected topics course.
Psychology Majors following the B.Sc. program are also required to successfully complete the following:
Mathematics 1000 (or equivalent) or Statistics 1500, or two of Mathematics 1090, 1050, 1051 (or equivalent).
Biology 1001 and 1002.
Either Chemistry 1050 and 1051 (or 1200 and 1001 or 1010 and the former 1011); or Physics 1020 (or 1050) and 1021 (or 1051).
Note:
First year students should think carefully about whether Chemistry or Physics best suits their future program needs. Students should examine the prerequisites for upper-level science courses and attempt to take them in their first year.
Six credit hours of laboratory courses at the 2000 level or above in one of Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Human Biosciences, Ocean Sciences or Physics. Students are advised to consult the Course Descriptions section of the Calendar for their chosen lab courses to ensure pre-requisites are met.
Note:
Biology/Psychology 3750 and 4701 and Biology 3053 cannot be used to satisfy the requirement of 6 laboratory credit hours at the 2000 level or above.
Psychology Majors following the B.A. program are also required to successfully complete Mathematics 1000 (or equivalent), or Statistics 1500, or two of Mathematics 1090, 1050, 1051 (or equivalent), and are encouraged to complete at least 6 credit hours in Biology.
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11.12.5 Requirements for Honours in Psychology
Students completing this program cannot receive credit for Psychology 2920.
Honours students in Psychology should consult Degree Regulations for the Honours Degree of Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree Regulations as appropriate. All Honours students are required to successfully complete the 60 credit hours of Psychology as listed below:
Psychology 1000, 1001, 2520 (or 2521), 2910, 2911, 2930, 3900, 4910, 499A/B
Eighteen credit hours chosen from the alternatives listed in Clause 1. b. of the requirements for a Major in Psychology
Twelve credit hours of 4000-level courses in Psychology, of which at least one must be a research experience course and one must be a selected topics course.
Honours students must also successfully complete the requirements listed in either Clause 2. or Clause 3., as applicable, of the requirements for a Major in Psychology.
Honours students will be required to submit in their graduating year, an undergraduate thesis (Psychology 499A/B) which demonstrates their competence in Experimental Psychology.
The overall evaluation of the Honours dissertation (i.e. the Psychology 499A/B grading evaluation) will result in one of the following grades being awarded:
Pass with Distinction: Indicates outstanding performance in both the formal written report and a supplementary oral presentation. Pass with distinction shall normally be awarded to no more than 10% of the class and will be decided by a panel of psychology faculty members.
Pass: Indicates performance meets expectations in the formal written report and in classwork.
Fail: Indicates failing performance in the formal written report and/or the classwork.
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