An introductory survey of basic areas of psychology including perception, cognition, learning and motivation and their biological substrata. Also reviewed are child development, individual differences, social psychology, and behaviour disorders. Research participation experience is provided for students on an individual voluntary basis. Students are encouraged to participate in up to five hours of scheduled research activity. The development of the individual from conception to death.
Emphasis is on theoretical approaches to developmental and empirical findings.
Consideration is given to the interaction of psychological and physiological factors on the development of motor, perceptual, cognitive and social behaviours in infants, children and adults. Also offered by correspondence. Consult Continuing Education. Electives See calendars of other faculties.