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Philosophy {420}

Courses in Philosophy are administered by the Department of Philosophy.
University Hall, Room 310, ext. 24275
http://www.humanities.mcmaster.ca/~philos

Department Notes

  1. The Department of Philosophy offers courses in four major areas of Philosophy, namely History of Philosophy, Logic, Ethics and Theory of Value, and Theory of Knowledge and Metaphysics. Students are advised to include courses from each of these areas in their programs.
  2. Students are advised to note carefully the prerequisites for all courses. Students who do not meet the specified prerequisites for a course may, in exceptional circumstances, obtain permission of the instructor to take the course. Note that not all courses are offered every year. Please consult the university Master Schedule, however all required courses are offered every year.
  3. Students interested in registering in PHILOS 3W03 , 4W03  are strongly encouraged to obtain permission from the Departmental Undergraduate Counsellor by the end of May of the preceding year. Access to these courses cannot be guaranteed beyond that date.
  4. Students interested in pursuing graduate work in Philosophy are encouraged to take PHILOS 3E03 .
  5. Students in Level 3 of an Honours Philosophy program may seek permission from the Departmental Undergraduate Counsellor to gain access to Level 4 courses.

Courses

If no prerequisite is listed, the course is open.

  

  • PHILOS 2ZZ3 - Philosophy of Love and Sex

    3 unit(s)

    An exploration of philosophical issues pertaining to love and sex using texts from Plato to Foucault that address the meaning of love, friendship, romance, perversity, intimacy, desire, sex and sexuality.
    Two lectures, one tutorial; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
  

  • PHILOS 3B03 - Continental Philosophy after Hegel

    3 unit(s)

    A study of the different lines of thought that emerged in philosophy in 19th-century continental Europe after Hegel. Authors may include Schopenhauer, Feuerbach, Kierkergaard, Nietzsche, or Bergson.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Philosophy and registration in Level III or above
  

  • PHILOS 3C03 - Advanced Bioethics

    3 unit(s)

    An advanced study of the application of ethical theory to selected problems in health care, such as our reproductive practices, care of the dying, the therapeutic relationship.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of at least B in PHILOS 2D03  or RELIG ST 2C03 , and at least three additional units of Philosophy; or registration in Level III or above of an Honours program in Philosophy
  

  • PHILOS 3CC3 - Advanced Ethics

    3 unit(s)

    An advanced discussion of one or more theories or current issues in ethics. Topics may include meta-ethics, ethical naturalism, theories of rights and obligations, moral psychology, the role of moral emotions, or moral responsibility.
    Three hours of lecture/discussion; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHILOS 2YY3  and registration in Level III or above
  

  • PHILOS 3D03 - Philosophy of Science

    3 unit(s)

    A survey of philosophical problems concerning science. Topics to be considered include explanation, causation, scientifi c laws, and instrumentalism vs. realism.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Philosophy and registration in Level III or above
  

  • PHILOS 3E03 - Philosophy of Language

    3 unit(s)

    A survey of philosophical problems concerning language. Topics to be considered include reference, synonymy, truth, and linguistic knowledge.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Philosophy or PHILOS 2B03 ; and registration in Level III or above
    Cross-list(s): CMST 3Y03 
  

  • PHILOS 3EE3 - Contemporary Continental Philosophy

    3 unit(s)

    An examination of the work of 20th- and 21st-century continental philosophers such as Heidegger, Sartre, Beauvoir, Foucault, Deleuze, Derrida or Agamben.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Philosophy and registration in Level III or above
    Antirequisite(s): PHILOS 4E03
  

  • PHILOS 3FF3 - Continental Philosophy of Religion

    3 unit(s)

    An introduction to philosophical works in 20th-century European philosophy that raise questions concerning how to think God or transcendence. Readings by authors as Heidegger, Levinas, Marion, and Derrida.
    Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
    Cross-list(s): RELIG ST 3CP3 
    This course is administered by the Department of Religious Studies.
  

  • PHILOS 3H03 - Philosophy of Religion

    3 unit(s)

    An analysis of the concept of religion in light of the philosophical claims of religious experience, practice, and belief.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Six units of Philosophy and registration in Level III or above
  

  • PHILOS 3HH3 - Metaphysics

    3 unit(s)

    An investigation of metaphysical concepts, such as substance, individuation, identity, essence, quality, process, mind, time and causality. Some contemporary criticisms of metaphysics will be discussed.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHILOS 2A06 (or PHILOS 2P03 ), 2C06 (or PHILOS 2X03  and PHILOS 2XX3 ) and registration in Level III or above
    Antirequisite(s): PHILOS 4H03
  

  • PHILOS 3I03 - Philosophy and Feminism

    3 unit(s)

    A philosophical investigation of current feminist theorizing at the intersection of gender, race, sexuality, ability, and other categories of social difference.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Six units of Philosophy or WOMEN ST 1A03 , WOMEN ST 1AA3 ; and registration in Level III or above
    Cross-list(s): WOMEN ST 3I03 
  

  • PHILOS 3J03 - Modern Jewish Thought

    3 unit(s)

    Introduction to different conceptions of the connection between Jewish traditions and philosophical questioning. Authors may include: Maimonides, Spinoza, Mendelssohn, Cohen, Buber, Rosenzweig, Strauss, Levinas, Soloveitchik.
    Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above
    Cross-list(s): RELIG ST 3A03 
    This course is administered by the Department of Religious Studies.
  

  • PHILOS 3L03 - Environmental Philosophy

    3 unit(s)

    A consideration of the characterization of nature and/or our evaluative responses to it.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Philosophy and registration in Level III or above
  

  • PHILOS 3M03 - Argumentation Theory

    3 unit(s)

    A study of some theoretical issues concerning the identification, analysis and evaluation of arguments.
    Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term
    Prerequisite(s): One of ARTS&SCI 1B06 , CMST 2W03, PHILOS 2B03  or PHILOS 2CT3  (or HUMAN 2C03  ); and registration in Level II or above
    Cross-list(s): CMST 3E03
  

  • PHILOS 3N03 - Political Philosophy

    3 unit(s)

    A study of major political concepts and issues, such as social contract, ideology, justice, freedom vs. equality, reform vs. revolution, state vs. individual.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Philosophy and registration in Level III or above
  

  • PHILOS 3NN3 - Philosophy of the Enlightenment

    3 unit(s)

    An examination of the philosophy of 18th-century Europe, particularly of the thinkers associated with the Encyclopedia project. This movement was a concerted attempt to replace the old theological-cum-political order with one based on scientific reason and human rights.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Philosophy and registration in Level III or above
    Antirequisite(s): PHILOS 4N03
  

  • PHILOS 3O03 - Theory of Knowledge

    3 unit(s)

    A study of scepticism and certainty, knowledge and belief, perception, memory, and truth.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHILOS 2C06 (or PHILOS 2X03  and PHILOS 2XX3 )
  

  • PHILOS 3P03 - Philosophies of War and Peace

    3 unit(s)

    A philosophical appraisal of the rationality and morality of the conduct of war and proposals for fostering peace among nations.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Philosophy and registration in Level III or above; or registration in Level III or IV of the Combined Honours in Peace Studies Program
    Cross-list(s): PEACE ST 3M03 
  

  • PHILOS 3Q03 - Philosophy of Law

    3 unit(s)

    An investigation of the nature of law and of issues arising within legal systems. These issues include legal reasoning, equality, legal insanity, punishment, and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Philosophy and registration in Level III or above
  

  • PHILOS 3VV3 - Kant

    3 unit(s)

    An introduction to Kant’s critical philosophy by way of a study of the Critique of Pure Reason and some of the debates between Kant and his contemporaries (such as Jacobi, Reinhold and Fichte).
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHILOS 2C06 (or PHILOS 2X03  and PHILOS 2XX3 ) and registration in Level III or above
    Antirequisite(s): PHILOS 3A06
  

  • PHILOS 3W03 - Reading Course

    3 unit(s)

    A tutorial course in which individual students meet regularly with an instructor on a list of readings outside normally available course offerings. It is the student’s responsibility to secure the agreement of an instructor and to complete a proposal form (available in the Philosophy Department office), before attempting to register in the course.
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or IV of any program in Philosophy, with a Cumulative Average of at least 8.5 and permission of the Department
  

  • PHILOS 3XX3 - Plato

    3 unit(s)

    A detailed study of one or more of Plato’s dialogues, with an emphasis on his philosophical ideas.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): One of PHILOS 2A06, PHILOS 2P03 , CLASSICS 2P03 , 2P06
    Cross-list(s): CLASSICS 3XX3 
  

  • PHILOS 3YY3 - Hegel

    3 unit(s)

    An introduction to Hegel’s absolute idealism and to the further developments of his thought in the nineteenth century by, for instance, Marx, Schleiermacher, Kierkegaard, and Nietzsche.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Philosophy and registration in Level III or above
    Antirequisite(s): PHILOS 3A06
  

  • PHILOS 3ZZ3 - Aristotle

    3 unit(s)

    A detailed study of various parts of the philosophy of Aristotle. Topics covered may include Aristotle’s views on logic, nature, the soul, metaphysics, ethics and politics.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): One of PHILOS 2A06, PHILOS 2P03 , CLASSICS 2P03 , 2P06
    Cross-list(s): CLASSICS 3ZZ3 
  

  • PHILOS 4A03 - Early Modern Philosophy

    3 unit(s)

    A critical study of one or more 17th- or 18th-century European or British philosophers, such as Descartes, Leibniz, Hume.
    Seminar (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHILOS 2C06 (or PHILOS 2X03  and PHILOS 2XX3 ) and registration in Level IV of any program in Philosophy
  

  • PHILOS 4B03 - Topics in Theory of Value

    3 unit(s)

    This course covers a variety of areas and practices in value theory which may include issues arising in morality, geopolitics, art, religion, and economics.
    Seminar (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): One of PHILOS 3C03 , PHILOS 3CC3 , 3G03 and registration in Level IV of any program in Philosophy or Peace Studies
    Cross-list(s): PEACE ST 4C03 
    PHILOS 4B03 may be repeated, if on a different topic, to a total of six units.
  

  • PHILOS 4C03 - Philosophy of Constitutional Law

    3 unit(s)

    A philosophical study of the nature and role of constitutions and of the judicial interpretation and application of constitutional charters of rights.
    Seminar (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHILOS 3Q03  and registration in Level IV of any program in Philosophy
  

  • PHILOS 4D03 - Twentieth-Century Analytic Philosophy

    3 unit(s)

    A study of some main currents of 20th-century analytic philosophy and of the work of some of the key philosophers involved (e.g. Russell, Moore, Wittgenstein, Quine and Davidson).
    Seminar (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Philosophy and registration in Level IV of any program in Philosophy
  

  • PHILOS 4F03 - Issues in Continental Philosophy

    3 unit(s)

    An exploration of a particular theme or issue important to recent continental philosophers, such as violence, xenophobia, justice, dissent, community, identity, or ecology.
    Seminar (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): At least six units of Philosophy and registration in Level IV of any program in Philosophy
  

  • PHILOS 4I03 - Medieval Philosophy

    3 unit(s)

    A study of one or more central medieval philosophers, such as Augustine, Aquinas, or William of Ockham.
    Seminar (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHILOS 2A06 (or PHILOS 2P03 ), 2C06 (or PHILOS 2X03  and PHILOS 2XX3 ); and registration in Level IV of any program in Philosophy
  

  • PHILOS 4K03 - Advanced Studies in Ancient Western Philosophy

    3 unit(s)

    A critical study of one or more ancient Greek philosophers such as Parmenides, Plato, Aristotle.
    Seminar (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): One of PHILOS 2A06, PHILOS 2P03 ; CLASSICS 2A06, CLASSICS 2P03 ; and registration in Level IV of any program in Philosophy or Classics
    Antirequisite(s): PHILOS 4C03 , 4J03
    Cross-list(s): CLASSICS 4K03 
  

  • PHILOS 4Q03 - Normative Jurisprudence

    3 unit(s)

    This course critically examines the structure and underlying rationale of one or more key areas of law, such as (but not limited to) tort, contract, property, or criminal law.
    Seminar (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in level IV of the Honours Justice, Political Philosophy, and Law program
  

  • PHILOS 4S03 - Human Rights and Global Justice

    3 unit(s)

    This course examines the philosophical foundations and political implications of human rights and theories of justice in the international sphere. We will also consider related topics of sovereignty, political legitimacy, international responsibility, humanitarian intervention, international criminal law.
    Seminar (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in level IV of the Honours Justice, Political Philosophy, and Law program
  

  • PHILOS 4W03 - Independent Study

    3 unit(s)

    In consultation with a member of the Department of Philosophy, students will prepare an essay on an approved topic, on the basis of a list of readings outside normally available course offerings. It is the student’s responsibility to secure the agreement of an instructor and to complete a proposal form (available in the Philosophy Department office), before attempting to register in the course.
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of any Honours program in Philosophy, with a Cumulative Average of at least 8.5 and permission of the Department
  

  • PHILOS 4XX3 - Intermediate Logic

    3 unit(s)

    A study of one or more advanced topics in formal logic, such as the metatheory of classical logic, extensions of or alternatives to classical logic, or the philosophy of logic.
    Seminar (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHILOS 2B03 ; and registration in Level IV of any program in Philosophy
    Antirequisite(s): PHILOS 3F03

Physics {440}

Courses in Physics are administered by the Department of Physics and Astronomy.
A.N. Bourns Science Building, Room 241, ext. 24559
http://www.physics.mcmaster.ca/

Department Notes

  1. The Department reserves the right to withdraw a Level III or IV course which is not specifically required in a Physics program if the registration falls below ten.
  2. Students in Level III or IV of Physics programs will find a number of relevant electives among the offerings of the Department of Biology, the Department of Engineering Physics and the School of Geography and Earth Sciences.
  3. Courses in Physics and Astronomy are not open to students registered in the Bachelor of Technology program.

Courses

If no prerequisite is listed, the course is open.

  

  • PHYSICS 1B03 - Mechanics and Waves

    3 unit(s)

    A first course in university physics. Topics include point particle mechanics (kinematic, dynamic, energy and momentum arguments), fluids, simple harmonic motion, waves and wave interference.
    Three lectures, one lab (two hours) every week; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Either Grade 12 Physics U or PHYSICS 1L03 ; and either Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors U or MATH 1F03 ; and credit or registration in one of ARTS&SCI 1D06 , MATH 1A03 , 1LS3 , 1X03 , 1Z04
    Co-requisite(s): WHMIS 1A00  if not already completed. Must be completed prior to the first lab.
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 1A24  or PHYSICS 1D03 .
  

  • PHYSICS 1BB3 - Modern Physics for Life Sciences

    3 unit(s)

    A course presenting aspects of modern physics relevant to life sciences. Electromagnetic fields. Atomic, quantum, and nuclear physics. Applications to imaging and understanding biological systems.
    Three lectures, one lab (three hours) every other week; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 1B03 
    Prerequisite(s)(EFFECTIVE 2015-2016): PHYSICS 1B03  or 1C03 
    Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 1BA3 , 1CC3 
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 1A24 .
  

  • PHYSICS 1C03 - Physics for the Chemical and Physical Sciences

    3 unit(s)

    A first course in university physics, taught using examples and applications from the physical sciences. Elementary calculus will be used to enrich the presentation. Topics include point particle mechanics, fluids, simple harmonic motion, waves and wave interference.
    Three lectures, one lab (two hours) every week; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Either Grade 12 Physics U or PHYSICS 1L03 ; and either Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors U or MATH 1F03 ; and credit or registration in one of ARTS&SCI 1D06 , MATH 1A03 , 1LS3 , 1X03 , 1ZA3 
    Co-requisite(s): WHMIS 1A00  if not already completed. Must be completed prior to the first lab.
    Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 1B03 
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 1A24  or PHYSICS 1D03 .
  

  • PHYSICS 1CC3 - Modern Physics for the Chemical and Physical Sciences

    3 unit(s)

    A course for students intending to proceed in the physical sciences. Mechanics of extended, rotating objects. Electric fields and potentials. Magnetic force. Atomic and quantum physics.
    Three lectures, one lab (three hours) every other week; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 1B03  or 1C03 
    Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 1BA3 , 1BB3 
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 1A24 .
  

  • PHYSICS 1D03 - Introductory Mechanics

    3 unit(s)

    A course for engineering students. Principles of mechanics of particles and rigid bodies, including Newton’s Laws, rotational kinematics and dynamics, torque, energy, momentum, angular momentum, and simple harmonic motion.
    Three lectures, one lab (three hours) every other week; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in a program in the Faculty of Engineering
  

  • PHYSICS 1E03 - Waves, Electricity and Magnetic Fields

    3 unit(s)

    A course for engineering students. Oscillations and waves, interference; electrostatics, electric potential, circuit elements; magnetic fields.
    Three lectures, one lab (three hours) every other week; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 1D03  and registration in Engineering
    Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 2A03
  

  • PHYSICS 1F03 - Introduction to Astronomy and Astrophysics

    3 unit(s)

    Topics include orbital motion, electromagnetic radiation, the solar system, stars and stellar evolution, the Milky Way Galaxy, galaxies and quasars, the evolution of the universe.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): One of Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors U, Grade 12 Advanced Functions and Introductory Calculus U, MATH 1F03; and one of Grade 12 Physics U, PHYSICS 1L03 , 1P03
    Antirequisite(s): SCIENCE 1D03
    Cross-list(s): ASTRON 1F03 
  

  • PHYSICS 1L03 - Physics of Living Systems

    3 unit(s)

    An introductory physics course, that can serve as a replacement for Grade 12 Physics U, emphasizing conceptual and descriptive applications of physics using examples from biological systems. Topics include: Physical Modeling and scientific estimation, locomotion and biomechanics, concept of waves, sound and hearing. Designed for Life Sciences and Health Sciences students who want to understand the basic concepts of physics in accordance with their areas of study.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): One of Grade 12 Advanced Functions U, Grade 12 Advanced Functions and Introductory Calculus U, MATH 1K03 
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 1A24 .
  

  • PHYSICS 1X00 - Important Problems in Theoretical Physics

    0 unit(s)

    Applies the basic laws of physics encountered in introductory courses to problems of great historical significance which are of relevance to modern research. Possible topics include; Kepler orbits, Dark Matter, Scattering, the discovery of atoms, phonons, special relativity and space time symmetries.
    This course is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis.
    One lecture; one term
    Prerequisite(s): One of PHYSICS 1B03 , 1D03 ; and credit or registration in one of PHYSICS 1BA3 , 1BB3 , 1E03 ; or ISCI 1A24 
    Prerequisite(s)(EFFECTIVE 2015-2016): One of PHYSICS 1B03 , 1C03 , 1D03 ; and credit or registration in one of PHYSICS 1BA3 , 1BB3 , 1CC3 , 1E03 ; or ISCI 1A24 
  
  

  • PHYSICS 2BB3 - Magnetism

    3 unit(s)

    The magnetic field, Faraday’s law of induction, A.C. circuits, Maxwell’s equations.
    Three lectures, one lab (three hours) every other week; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 2B03 ; and credit or registration in MATH 2A03  (or MATH 2XX3  or ISCI 2A18 ), 2C03
    Antirequisite(s): MED PHYS 2B03 , PHYSICS 2A03, 2B06
  
  

  • PHYSICS 2D03 - Mechanics

    3 unit(s)

    Dynamics of a particle, simple harmonic motion and resonance, many-particle systems, the mechanics of rigid bodies, Lagrange’s equations, non-inertial systems.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in a program in the Faculty of Engineering; or permission of the instructor
    Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 2E03 
  
  

  • PHYSICS 2G03 - Scientific Computing

    3 unit(s)

    A hands-on introduction to modern scientific structured programming using standard languages (C/C++, FORTRAN 95) under Linux. The course covers programming fundamentals, floating point and number representation and introduces algorithms and numerical methods. Advanced topics may include introductions to modules/classes, operator overloading, scripting, graphics and parallel programming.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): One of ARTS&SCI 1D06 , ISCI 1A24 , MATH 1A03 , 1LS3 , 1X03 , 1ZA3 
  

  • PHYSICS 2H04 - Thermodynamics

    4 unit(s)

    An introduction to thermodynamics and its statistical basis at the microscopic level, with applications.
    Three lectures, one tutorial every other week, one lab (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 1B03  and credit or registration in PHYSICS 1BA3  or 1BB3 , or registration in Honours Biophysics, or ARTS&SCI 2D06  or ISCI 1A24 ; and credit or registration in MATH 2A03  (or 2XX3 ), 2C03 
    Prerequisite(s)(EFFECTIVE 2015-2016): PHYSICS 1B03  or 1C03 , and credit or registration in PHYSICS 1BA3 , 1BB3 , 1CC3 , or registration in Honours Biophysics, or ARTS&SCI 2D06  or ISCI 1A24 ; and credit or registration in MATH 2A03  (or 2XX3 ), 2C03 
    Antirequisite(s): CHEM 2PA3, 2PD3 , 2R03, CHEM BIO 2P03 , ENGINEER 2H03 , MATLS 2B03 
    Cross-list(s): ENG PHYS 2H04 
    This course is administered by the Department of Engineering Physics.
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 2A18 .
  

  • PHYSICS 2X00 - From Classical Physics Into the Quantum World

    0 unit(s)

    An enrichment course focusing on the connections between classical and quantum physics.
    This course is evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis.
    One lecture; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 2C03  or permission of the instructor
  

  • PHYSICS 3A03 - Relativity

    3 unit(s)

    An introduction to general relativity.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 2C03 , and credit or registration in MATH 3C03 , and registration in any Honours program in the Faculty of Science or any program in the Faculty of Engineering; or registration in Honours Mathematics and Physics
    Alternates with PHYSICS 3C03 .
  

  • PHYSICS 3BA3 - Electronics I

    3 unit(s)

    P-N junctions, diodes, bipolar junction transistors, field effect transistors, DC and AC modeling, differential amplifiers and operational amplifiers, feedback and oscillators, digital circuits and multivibrators, signal processing.
    Two lectures, one lab (two hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): One of ENG PHYS 2A03, 2A04 , 2E04 , MED PHYS 2B03 , PHYSICS 2B06, 2BB3 
    Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 3B06
  

  • PHYSICS 3BB3 - Electronics II

    3 unit(s)

    Design and synthesis project in electronics, based on the material presented in PHYSICS 3BA3 .
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 3BA3 
    Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 3B06
  

  • PHYSICS 3C03 - Analytical Mechanics

    3 unit(s)

    Motion of rigid bodies; coupled oscillators and normal modes; Lagrangian and Hamiltonian dynamics; transformation theory and action-angle variables; perturbation theory; nonintegrable systems and chaos.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 2D03  or 2E03 , and credit or registration in MATH 3C03  and registration in any Honours program in the Faculty of Science or any program in the Faculty of Engineering; or registration in Honours Mathematics and Physics; or permission of the instructor
    Alternates with PHYSICS 3A03 .
  

  • PHYSICS 3D03 - Inquiry in Physics

    3 unit(s)

    Independent study of the scientific literature, including the preparation of seminars and reports on assigned topics.
    Two lectures or seminars; two terms
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in an Honours Physics program or Honours Mathematics and Physics
    Antirequisite(s): MED PHYS 3A03, 3AA1, 3AB2, 4A03, 4AA1, 4AB2, PHYSICS 3DA1 , PHYSICS 3DB2 , 4A03, 4AA1, 4AB2
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 3A12 .
  

  • PHYSICS 3DA1 - Inquiry in Physics I

    1 unit(s)

    Independent study of the scientific literature, including the preparation of seminars and reports on assigned topics.
    Two lectures or seminars; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III of Honours Physics Co-op
    Antirequisite(s): MED PHYS 3A03, 3AA1, 3AB2, 4A03, 4AA1, 4AB2, PHYSICS 3D03 , 4A03, 4AA1, 4AB2
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 3A12 .
  

  • PHYSICS 3DB2 - Inquiry in Physics II

    2 unit(s)

    The continuation of PHYSICS 3DA1 .
    Two lectures or seminars; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 3DA1  or 4AA1
    Antirequisite(s): MED PHYS 3A03, 3AA1, 3AB2, 4A03, 4AA1, 4AB2, PHYSICS 3D03 , 4A03, 4AB2
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 3A12 .
  

  • PHYSICS 3H03 - Intermediate Laboratory

    3 unit(s)

    Experiments in atomic physics, neutron physics, optics, spectroscopy, mechanics.
    One lecture, one term; one lab (three hours), two terms
    Prerequisite(s): One of MED PHYS 2B03 , PHYSICS 2B06, PHYSICS 2BB3 ; and credit or registration in one of ENG PHYS 2QM3 , PHYSICS 2C03 , 3M03
    Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 3H04, PHYSICS 3HC1 
  

  • PHYSICS 3HC1 - Intermediate Laboratory (I)

    1 unit(s)

    Experiments in atomic physics, neutron physics, optics, spectroscopy, mechanics.
    One lecture, one lab (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): One of MED PHYS 2B03 , PHYSICS 2B06, PHYSICS 2BB3 ; and credit or registration in one of ENG PHYS 2QM3 , PHYSICS 2C03 , 3M03; and registration in Level III of Honours Physics Co-op or Honours Medical Physics Co-op
    Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 3H03 , 3H04
  

  • PHYSICS 3HD2 - Intermediate Laboratory (II)

    2 unit(s)

    The continuation of PHYSICS 3HC1 .
    One lab (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 3HC1 
  

  • PHYSICS 3K03 - Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics

    3 unit(s)

    The laws of thermodynamics, with emphasis on the mathematical structure of the theory; classical and quantum statistical mechanics.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 2A03  (or MATH 2XX3 ), MATH 2C03 , PHYSICS 2H04 ; or ISCI 2A18  and MATH 2C03 ; or registration in Honours Mathematics and Physics
  

  • PHYSICS 3MM3 - Quantum Mechanics I

    3 unit(s)

    Quantum physics in 1D and 3D systems, with applications including the hydrogen atom.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 3C03 , and one of ENG PHYS 2QM3 , PHYSICS 2C03 , 3M03; or registration in Honours Mathematics and Physics
  

  • PHYSICS 3N03 - Physical Optics

    3 unit(s)

    Geometrical optics, electromagnetic waves, interference of light, Fraunhofer and Fresnel diffraction, polarized light, Fresnel equations, optical properties of materials, introduction to optical systems and precision optics experiments, selected topics in modern optics.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): One of ISCI 2A18 , MATH 2A03 , 2Q04, 2XX3 , 2ZZ3 ; and one of MATH 2C03 , 2P04, 2Z03 ; and one of MED PHYS 2B03 , PHYSICS 2B06, 2BB3  or both ENG PHYS 2A04  (or 2A03) and ENG PHYS 2E04 
    Cross-list(s): ENG PHYS 3E03 
  

  • PHYSICS 4B03 - Electromagnetic Theory

    3 unit(s)

    Potential theory, electrostatics and magnetostatics in matter, electrodynamics, electromagnetic waves and wave guides.
    Two lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 3D03  and either PHYSICS 2B06 or PHYSICS 2BB3  or both ENG PHYS 2A04  (or 2A03) and ENG PHYS ENG PHYS 2E04 ; or registration in Honours Mathematics and Physics or Honours Physics Co-op
    Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 4B04
  

  • PHYSICS 4E03 - Nuclear Physics

    3 unit(s)

    Nuclear masses and stability; radioactivity and nuclear reactions; elementary nuclear models.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 3MM3 
  

  • PHYSICS 4F03 - Quantum Mechanics II

    3 unit(s)

    Advanced quantum mechanics with applications such as scattering, perturbation theory and the variational method.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): MATH 3D03 , PHYSICS 3MM3 ; or registration in Honours Mathematics and Physics
  

  • PHYSICS 4G03 - Computational Physics

    3 unit(s)

    A course using computers to solve selected problems in physics. Students are required to develop working programs for solving problems such as: Monte Carlo simulations, The Schrodinger equation, molecular dynamics, differential equations among others.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 2G03 , PHYSICS 3MM3 ; or registration in Honours Physics Co-op; or registration in an Honours Biophysics program
  

  • PHYSICS 4K03 - Solid State Physics

    3 unit(s)

    Crystal structure and binding; lattice vibrations; electron energy bands; metals and semiconductors; magnetism.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PHYSICS 3MM3 
  

  • PHYSICS 4L03 - Literature Review

    3 unit(s)

    A directed reading and review of the literature in any fi eld of physics or astronomy, associated with a faculty member’s research area. Normally, a report and poster presentation will be required.
    Occasional tutorial (two hours); two terms
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of Honours Mathematics and Physics or any Honours Physics program; and permission of the Chair of the Department
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 4A12 .
    Enrolment is limited.
  

  • PHYSICS 4P06 - Senior Research Project

    6 unit(s)

    An experimental or theoretical project to be carried out under the supervision of a faculty member. Normally, a report, oral and poster presentation will be required.
    One occasional tutorial (two hours); two terms
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of any Honours Physics or the Honours Mathematics and Physics program; and a CA of at least 9.0; and permission of the Chair of the Department
    Antirequisite(s): PHYSICS 4Q03, 4Q04
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 4A12 .
    Enrolment is limited.

PNB {461}

Courses in PNB are administered by the Department of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour.
Psychology Building, Room 102, ext. 23000
http://www.science.mcmaster.ca/pnb/

Department Notes

  1. The PNB course designation stands for Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour. PNB courses require registration in a program in the Department of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour. PSYCH courses are open to all students who meet the stated prerequisities. 
  2. The University reserves the right to limit enrolment in any course. Where priorities have to be established, first consideration will be given to students registered in an Honours program in the Department of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour.
  3. The Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour Department pre-registration ballot will be done in two phases. The first phase will include the thesis courses (PNB 4D06 , 4D09 , 4DD6 ), and the Individual Study courses (PNB 3Q03 , 3QQ3 , 4Q03 , 4QQ3 ). Students wishing to take these courses must complete and submit a ballot by mid February. Students will be informed of the outcome of the first phase by mid March. The second phase will include lab courses (PNB 3DV3 , 3EE3 , 3L03 , 3LA3 , 3MM3 , 3RM3 , 3S03 , 3V03 ). Students wishing to take these courses must complete and submit a ballot by mid April. Specific dates will be announced during the fall term. Ballots can be obtained from the Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour Department web site at http://www.science.mcmaster.ca/pnb/.
  4. Students interested in Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour and Combined Honours Psychology programs should be aware that they will not be able to complete the program requirements through evening courses. 

Courses

If no prerequisite is listed, the course is open.

See also courses in PSYCH.
  

  • PNB 2QQ3 - Research Practicum

    3 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 2QQ3)
    Independent research practicum that provides students the opportunity to participate in research projects in a PNB laboratory.
    One lab; second term
    Prerequisite(s): PNB 2XA3 , 2XB3 , 2XC3  with an average of at least 9.0; and permission of the course coordinator. By application through PNB 2XT0  in December of Term 1.
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 2QQ3
  

  • PNB 2XA3 - Human Perception & Cognition

    3 unit(s)

    Humans gain knowledge by sensing, perceiving, evaluating and acting upon the world around us. This course explores psychological theories and measurements of these processes.
    Three lectures, one tutorial; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in an Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour or Combined Honours Psychology program
    Co-requisite(s): PNB 2XT0  if not already completed
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 2H03 
  

  • PNB 2XB3 - Neuroanatomy & Neurophysiology

    3 unit(s)

    This course describes the physiology of the neuron, communication between neurons, and the neural circuits that underlie touch, vision, audition, vestibular sensation, and movement.
    Three lectures, one tutorial; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in an Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour or Combined Honours Psychology program
    Co-requisite(s): PNB 2XT0  if not already completed
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 2F03
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 2A18 .
  

  • PNB 2XC3 - Animal Behaviour & Evolution

    3 unit(s)

    This course integrates evolutionary analyses with in-depth discussions of genetic and cognitive mechanisms that generate major classes of behaviour shared by most animals, including humans.
    Three lectures, one tutorial; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in an Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour or Combined Honours Psychology program
    Co-requisite(s): PNB 2XT0  if not already completed
    Antirequisite(s): LIFE SCI 2D03 , PSYCH 2TT3 
  

  • PNB 2XD3 - Integrative PNB Through Scientific Writing

    3 unit(s)

    The course promotes integration across themes within Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour and teaches fundamental writing skills for the sciences. Students will be exposed to multiple topic areas and multiple faculty members.
    Three lectures, one tutorial; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PNB 2XA3  (or PSYCH 2H03 ), PNB 2XB3  (or one of ISCI 2A18 , PSYCH 2F03), and PNB 2XC3  (or PSYCH 2TT3 ); and registration in an Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour or Combined Honours Psychology program
  

  • PNB 2XE3 - Descriptive Statistics

    3 unit(s)

    Students will learn descriptive, graphical, and exploratory (non-inferential) data analysis, using various software packages.
    Two lectures, one computer lab (two hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in an Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour or Combined Honours Psychology program
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 2RA3
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 2A18  or STATS 2B03 .
  

  • PNB 2XF3 - Perspectives in PNB

    3 unit(s)

    Students will read and discuss scientific articles, and attend research seminars delivered by investigators within the Department of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour.
    Two lectures or colloquia, one tutorial; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in an Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour or Combined Honours Psychology program
  

  • PNB 2XT0 - PNB Tutorial

    0 unit(s)

    Tutorial supplementing the lectures of PNB 2XA3 , 2XB3 , 2XC3 .
    This tutorial is evaluated on a Complete/Fail basis.
    One hour (tutorial); one term
    Co-requisite(s): One or more of PNB 2XA3 , 2XB3 , 2XC3 
  

  • PNB 3DV3 - Developmental Psychology Lab

    3 unit(s)

    This course deals with research methods in developmental psychology, the unique ethical and practical considerations, and communicating of research findings.
    One lab (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PNB 3RM3  or ISCI 2A18 ; and one of PSYCH 2AA3  or 3GG3 
    Antirequisite(s): PNB 3LL3
    Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
    Enrolment is limited.
  

  • PNB 3EE3 - Perception Laboratory

    3 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 3EE3)
    Learn the skills needed for graduate school: experimental design, computer programming, manuscript writing and oral presentation. Previous programming experience not required.
    One tutorial (one hour), one lab (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PNB 3RM3  or ISCI 2A18 
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 3EE3
    Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
    Enrolment is limited.
  

  • PNB 3HP3 - History of Psychology

    3 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PNB 4B03)
    An account of the various schools of thought leading up to contemporary psychology including a history of how philosophers and physiologists influenced the earliest roots of Psychology as a science.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or IV of an Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour or a Combined Honours Psychology program
    Antirequisite(s): PNB 4B03, PSYCH 4B03
  

  • PNB 3I06 - Practica in Psychology

    6 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 3I06)
    Supervised laboratory and field placements will be arranged each year. The placements may vary from year to year, but will include cognitive, language, perceptual, memory, neuropsychological and behavioural disorders. A final report must be submitted electronically to the coordinator by April 1. Applications must be submitted to the coordinator by the beginning of February of the preceding academic year, with selection for placements announced by the end of March.
    Prerequisite(s): One of ARTS&SCI 2R03 , 2R06, PNB 2XE3 , 3XE3 , PSYCH 2RB3, STATS 2MB3 ; and registration in Level III or IV of an Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour or Combined Honours Psychology program with preference given to students registered in the Honours B.A. and B.Sc. Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour (Mental Health Specialization) programs; and permission of the coordinator. This course cannot be taken concurrently with any independent study course (PNB 3Q03 , 3QQ3 , 4Q03 , 4QQ3 ) with the same supervisor.
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 3I06
    This course cannot be taken concurrently with any of PNB 4D06 , 4D09 , 4DD6 .
  

  • PNB 3L03 - Neuroscience Laboratory

    3 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 3L03)
    Seminars and laboratory experience in current problems in neurobiology.
    One lab (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PNB 3RM3  or ISCI 2A18 
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 3L03
    Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
    Enrolment is limited.
  

  • PNB 3LA3 - Measuring Behaviour Lab

    3 unit(s)

    This lab course covers basic methods of quantitative behavioural analysis in rodents, with an emphasis on contemporary techniques of observation, recording, and inferential statistics. It provides a methodological basis for behavioural phenotyping of experimental animals and development of disease models, both in academic and fast-paced industrial settings.
    One lab (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 3PA3 ; and one of PNB 3RM3 , ISCI 2A18 
    Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
    Enrolment is limited.
  

  • PNB 3MM3 - Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory

    3 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 3MM3)
    Working in groups, students will learn to conduct experiments in the field of cognitive neuroscience. Issues related to research design and scientific communication will be emphasized.
    Three hours (labs), two hours (tutorial); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PNB 3RM3  or ISCI 2A18 
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 3MM3
    Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
    Enrolment is limited.
  

  • PNB 3Q03 - Individual Library Study

    3 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 3Q03)
    A library project under the supervision of a faculty member that may extend over both terms.
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or IV of a program in the Department of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour. If PNB 3Q03 is taken concurrently with PNB 4D06 , PNB 4D09  or PNB 4DD6 , a different faculty member must supervise each course.
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 3Q03
    Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
    Enrolment is limited.
  

  • PNB 3QQ3 - Individual Lab Study

    3 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 3QQ3)
    A laboratory project under the supervision of a faculty member that may extend over both terms.
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or IV of a program in the Department of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour. If PNB 3QQ3 is taken concurrently with PNB 4D06 , 4D09  or 4DD6 , a different faculty member must supervise each course.
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 3QQ3
    Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
    Enrolment is limited.
  

  • PNB 3RM3 - Research Methods Lab

    3 unit(s)

    Students will be provided with an ability to critically appraise articles in popular press reporting results of research studies and to draw inferences carefully from the limited data presented in many daily-life situations.
    Three lectures, one tutorial; one term
    Prerequisite(s): PNB 2XA3 , 2XB3 , 2XC3  and credit or registration in PNB 3XE3 ; or PNB 2XA3 , 2XC3 , ISCI 2A18  and credit or registration in one of PNB 3XE3 , PSYCH 4KK3 , STATS 2MB3 
    Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
  

  • PNB 3S03 - Animal Behaviour Laboratory

    3 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 3S03)
    Laboratory and field studies involving a wide variety of species.
    One lab (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PNB 3RM3  or ISCI 2A18 
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 3S03
    Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
    Enrolment is limited.
  

  • PNB 3V03 - Laboratory in Human Memory and Cognition

    3 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 3V03)
    Experiments illustrating important issues in human memory and cognition. Problems in the design, analysis, and reporting of experiments will be emphasized. Individual projects required.
    One lab (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 3VV3 ; and one of PNB 3RM3 , ISCI 2A18 
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 3V03
    Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
    Enrolment is limited.
  

  • PNB 3XE3 - Inferential Statistics

    3 unit(s)

    Advanced topics include general linear model; multiple regression; analysis of variance; repeated measures; data transformations; factor analysis.
    Three lectures, one computer lab (two hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): One of ARTS&SCI 2R03 , PNB 2XE3  or credit or registration in ISCI 2A18 
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 2RB3
    Not open to students with credit or registration in STATS 2MB3 .
  

  • PNB 4A03 - Assessment

    3 unit(s)

    Examines intellectual, educational, neuropsychological and clinical standardized assessment measures and explores the intricacies of interviewing, test selection, scoring, interpretation and report writing.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of an Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour or a Combined Honours Psychology program; and PSYCH 2AP3 , PSYCH 3B03 , PSYCH 3MT3 . Preference will be given to students registered in Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour (Mental Health Specialization).
  

  • PNB 4D06 - Senior Thesis

    6 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 4D06)
    Students conduct an individual research project under the supervision of a faculty member. If any of PNB 3Q03 , 3QQ3 , 4Q03  or 4QQ3  are taken concurrently with PNB 4D06, a different faculty member must supervise each course. For information and guidelines regarding this course, refer to the department web site at http://www.science.mcmaster.ca/pnb/undergraduate/courses.html and click on PNB 4D06, or contact the Course Administrator.
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of an Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour or Combined Honours Psychology program with a Cumulative Average of at least 8.0; and credit in one of LINGUIST 3PS3 , PNB 3DV3 , 3EE3 , 3L03 , 3LA3 , 3LL3, 3MM3 , 3QQ3 , 3S03 , 3V03 , 4QQ3 , PSYCH 3EE3, 3L03, 3LL3, 3MM3, 3PS3 , 3QQ3, 3S03, 3V03, 4QQ3; and permission of the department
    Antirequisite(s): ORIGINS 4A09 , PNB 4D09 , 4DD6 , PSYCH 4D06, 4D09, 4DD6
    Not open to students in the Honours Biology and Psychology program or students with credit or registration in ISCI 4A12  or PNB 4SC6 . Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
    Enrolment is limited.
  

  • PNB 4D09 - Senior Honours Thesis

    9 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 4D09)
    Students conduct an individual research project under the supervision of a faculty member. If any of PNB 3Q03 , 3QQ3 , 4Q03 , 4QQ3  are taken concurrently with PNB 4D09, a different faculty member must supervise each course. For information and guidelines regarding this course, refer to the department web site at http://www.science.mcmaster.ca/pnb/undergraduate/courses.html and click on PNB 4D09, or contact the Course Administrator.
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of an Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour or Combined Honours Psychology program with a Cumulative Average of at least 8.5; and one of LINGUIST 3PS3 , PNB 3DV3 , 3EE3 , 3L03 , 3LA3 , 3LL3, 3MM3 , 3QQ3 , 3S03 , 3V03 , 4QQ3 , PSYCH 3EE3, 3L03, 3LL3, 3MM3, 3PS3 , 3QQ3, 3S03, 3V03, 4QQ3; and permission of the department
    Antirequisite(s): ORIGINS 4A09 , PNB 4D06 , 4DD6 , PSYCH 4D06, 4D09, 4DD6
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 4A12  or PNB 4SC6 . Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
    Enrolment is limited.
  

  • PNB 4DD6 - Senior Thesis

    6 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 4DD6)
    Students conduct an individual research project under the supervision of a faculty member. If any of PNB 3Q03 , 3QQ3 , 4Q03  or 4QQ3  are taken concurrently with PNB 4DD6, a different faculty member must supervise each course. For information and guidelines regarding this course, refer to the department web site at http://www.science.mcmaster.ca/pnb/undergraduate/courses.html and click on PNB 4DD6, or contact the Course Administrator.
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of the Honours Biology and Psychology program with a minimum Cumulative Average of at least 8.5; and credit in one of LINGUIST 3PS3 , PNB 3DV3 , 3EE3 , 3L03 , 3LA3 , 3LL3, 3MM3 , 3QQ3 , 3S03 , 3V03 , 4QQ3 , PSYCH 3EE3, 3L03, 3LL3, 3MM3, 3PS3 , 3QQ3, 3S03, 3V03, 4QQ3; and permission of the department
    Antirequisite(s): ORIGINS 4A09 , PNB 4D06 , 4D09 , PSYCH 4D06, 4D09, 4DD6
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 4A12  or PNB 4SC6 .
    Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
    Enrolment is limited.
  

  • PNB 4G03 - Genetics, Behaviour and Evolution

    3 unit(s)

    This seminar course will explore how genetics can help answer important questions about the evolution of behavioural and psychological traits.
    Seminar and discussions (three hours); one term
    Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 3EV3  (or 4MH3 )
  

  • PNB 4J03 - Inquiry in Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour

    3 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 4J03)
    This course provides students with an opportunity to develop skills for investigations in selected areas of psychology, neuroscience and behaviour.
    Three lectures; one term
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of an Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour or Combined Honours Psychology program
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 4J03
    Not open to students with credit or registration in ISCI 4A12 .
  

  • PNB 4Q03 - Advanced Individual Library Study

    3 unit(s)

    Formerly (Formerly PSYCH 4Q03)
    A library project under the supervision of a faculty member that may extend over both terms.
    Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level IV of an Honours Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour or Combined Honours Psychology program. If PNB 4Q03 is taken concurrently with PNB 4D06 , PNB 4D09 , PNB 4DD6  a different faculty member must supervise each course.
    Antirequisite(s): PSYCH 4Q03
    Permission is by preregistration ballot. (See Department Note 3 above.)
    Enrolment is limited.
 

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