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| Unit | FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND LETTERS |
| PSYCHOLOGY PR. | |
| Code | PSI450 |
| Name | Forensic Psychology 2 |
| Term | 2021-2022 Academic Year |
| Semester | 8. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ESEF ERCÜMENT YERLİKAYA |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
To introduce the science of forensic psychology, to inform about the place and practices of psychologists in the forensic field, to examine the issues related to the forensic field in general.
Course Content
The definition, history, application areas of forensic psychology, ethical responsibility of forensic psychologists and practices in the field, individual and social effects of crime, violence, suicide, crime and psychopathology are the course contents.
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Have knowledge about the definition and history of Forensic Psychology |
| LO02 | Has knowledge about the application areas of Forensic Psychology in the world and in our country. |
| LO03 | Knows the duties and ethical responsibilities of the Forensic Psychologist. |
| LO04 | Can research and evaluate the types of violence and crime and their underlying mechanisms |
| LO05 | Explain the relationship between crime and psychopathology |
| LO06 | Has knowledge about domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, crime drift and suicide. |
| LO07 | Explains how a forensic psychologist works during the judicial and execution process. |
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. | 0 |
| PLO02 | - | Explains the concepts of scientific research methods and principles. | 0 |
| PLO03 | - | Comprehends other basic sciences (eg, sociology, biology, philosophy) related to psychology, and establishes a multidisciplinary perspective. | 0 |
| PLO04 | - | Explains the development of psychology from the historical perspective | 0 |
| PLO05 | - | Applies the knowledge of psychology for the application areas | 0 |
| PLO06 | - | Explain the ethical principles and values of psychology and conducts research and application in accordance with these principles. | 0 |
| PLO07 | - | Applies critical thinking, creative thinking and problem solving skills in techniques and methods of psychology profession. | 0 |
| PLO08 | - | Explains the cognitive processes of humans and animals. | 0 |
| PLO09 | - | Comprehends the cognitive, emotional and behavioral processes of human with scientific thinking | 0 |
| PLO10 | - | Conducts basic and applied psychology research | 0 |
| PLO11 | - | Plans methods and techniques related to interdisciplinary teamwork and demonstrates their application skills. | 0 |
| PLO12 | - | Uses knowledge of psychology to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs | 0 |
| PLO13 | - | Applies therapeutic and empathic communication skills with ethical responsibility. | 0 |
| PLO14 | - | Demonstrates a sense of responsibility as an individual and team member in solving problems related to the area. | 0 |
| PLO15 | - | Demonstrates life-long learning and research awareness. | 0 |
| PLO16 | - | Effectively shows his knowledge and skills among experts and non-specialists. | 0 |
| PLO17 | - | Use information and communication technologies effectively. | 0 |
| PLO18 | - | Applies communication skills on professional level in human relations and group works. | 0 |
| PLO19 | - | Shows awareness of events and developments on the agenda of the society and the world. | 0 |
| 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. | 0 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Definition and History of Forensic Psychology | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 2 | Forensic Psychology and its relation with other disciplines | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 3 | Forensic Psychology Practices in the World | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 4 | Forensic Psychology Practices in the Judicial Process | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 5 | Forensic Psychology Practices in Execution Process | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 6 | Forensic Psychology Practices in Execution Process | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 7 | Crime and Crime Types | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | ||
| 9 | Crime and Psychopathology | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 10 | Crime and Violence | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 11 | Domestic Violence | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 12 | Child Abuse and Neglect | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 13 | Children Dragged into Crime | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 14 | suicide | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 15 | Ethics in Forensic Psychology | Scan topic to be taught and read suggested booksand articles | |
| 16 | Term Exams | ||
| 17 | Term Exams |