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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI309 |
| Name | Criminal Psychology |
| Term | 2018-2019 Academic Year |
| Semester | 5. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Üniversite Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Doç. Dr. MELTEM GÜLER |
| Course Instructor |
Doç. Dr. MELTEM GÜLER
(Güz)
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
Aim of this course is to give a perspective to the students about some approaches that are taken by psychology science to help understand and explain the several aspects of offending and aslo underline different types of crimes as diverse as burglary, rape and murder.
Course Content
Content of the course are criminality, psychological explanations of crime, investigation of the types of crime such as domestic violence, rape, murder, theft, the prison psychology, police psychology.
Course Precondition
Yok
Resources
Notes
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Able to examine criminality and its process in the context of psychological theories perspectives. |
| LO02 | Able to discuss the relationship between psychological factors and mental illness. |
| LO03 | Able to discuss the process of society to prevent crime behaviour and criminality. |
| LO04 | Able to explain the concept of crime and İt's biological, social and psychological factors. |
| LO05 | Able to explain the relationship between criminal behavior and psychopathology. |
| LO06 | Able to explain domestic violence and related crimes. |
| LO07 | Able to explain the role of psychologist in the processes related to criminal behavior. |
| LO08 | Able to explain the individual intervention practices in the Penal Institutions. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | - | Explains the main concepts, questions and issues in the field and the sub-fields of psychology. | 5 |
| PLO02 | - | Explains the concepts of scientific research methods and principles. | 5 |
| PLO03 | - | Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective. | 4 |
| PLO04 | - | Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective | 2 |
| PLO05 | - | Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas | 5 |
| PLO06 | - | Explain the ethical principles and values of psychology and conducts research and application in accordance with these principles. | 5 |
| PLO07 | - | Applies critical thinking, creative thinking and problem solving skills in techniques and methods of psychology profession. | 5 |
| PLO08 | - | Explains the cognitive processes of humans and animals. | 3 |
| PLO09 | - | Comprehends the cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes of human with scientific thinking | 5 |
| PLO10 | - | Conducts basic and applied psychology research | 4 |
| PLO11 | - | Plans methods and techniques related to interdisciplinary teamwork and demonstrates their application skills. | 4 |
| PLO12 | - | Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs | 5 |
| PLO13 | - | Applies therapeutic and empathic communication skills with ethical responsibility. | 5 |
| PLO14 | - | Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area. | 5 |
| PLO15 | - | Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. | 5 |
| PLO16 | - | Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists. | 5 |
| PLO17 | - | Use information and communication technologies effectively. | 5 |
| PLO18 | - | Applies communication skills on professional level in human relations and group works. | 5 |
| PLO19 | - | Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. | 5 |
| PLO20 | - | Explains verbally and in writing effectively. Develops himself with the principle of lifelong development in addition to professional development, for the individual development of the scientific, social, cultural and sportive areas. Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility expressed in the Code of Ethics of The Turkish Psychological Association. Applies successfully the knowledge and skills learned in basic and applied psychology. | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Section 1: The basis of criminality Chapter 1: Psychology and the criminal process Chapter 2: Individualistic explanations of crime Chapter 3: Social explanations of crime | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 2 | Section 1: The basis of criminality Chapter 1: Psychology and the criminal process Chapter 2: Individualistic explanations of crime Chapter 3: Social explanations of crime | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 3 | Chapter 4: Mental disorder and crime | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 4 | Section 2: Varieties of crime, Chapter 5: Burglary, Chapter 6: Domestic violence | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 5 | Section 2: Varieties of crime, Chapter 7: Rape, Chapter 8: Homicide and serial killing, Chapter 9: Criminal groups and networks | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 6 | Section 3: Dealing with crime Chapter 10: Interviewing and testimony, Chapter 11: Detecting deception, Chapter 12: Psychology and investigations | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 7 | Section 3: Dealing with crime Chapter 10: Interviewing and testimony, Chapter 11: Detecting deception, Chapter 12: Psychology and investigations | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Review | |
| 9 | Section 3: Dealing with crime Chapter 10: Interviewing and testimony, Chapter 11: Detecting deception, Chapter 12: Psychology and investigations | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 10 | Section 4: Areas of application, Chapter 13: Police psychology | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 11 | Chapter 14: Psychology in court | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 12 | Chapter 15: Psychology in prison | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 13 | Chapter 16: Concerning victims | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 14 | Chapter 17: The future of psychology and crime | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 15 | Chapter 17: The future of psychology and crime | Criminal Psychology: Topics in Applied Psychology, David Canter, Hodder Educations, ISBN 978 0 340 92898 9 | |
| 16 | Term Exams | Review | |
| 17 | Term Exams | Review |
Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria
| Assessment Type | Midterm / Year Impact | End of Term / End of Year Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Midterm Exam | 100 | 40 |
| General Assessment | ||
| Midterm / Year Total | 100 | 40 |
| 1. Final Exam | - | 60 |
| Grand Total | - | 100 |