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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: PSI440
Course Name: Selected Topics in Clinical Psychology
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 7
Language of instruction:
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: Yes
Type of course: Compulsory
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Prof. Dr. ARİF HALDUN SOYGÜR
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to explain the historical development of clinical psychology, to introduce the basic theories in this field, to discuss these theories and their basic assumptions, the ways of explaining abnormal behavior and personality, the diagnosis and clinical intervention methods.
Course Content: In this course, the basic features of evaluation in clinical psychology, observation and interview in clinical psychology, measurement in clinical psychology, basic features of clinical interventions and the relationship between clinical interventions and psychotherapies will be discussed.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Discussing selected papers on topics related to Clinical Psychology
2) To describe the contribution of clinical psychology and the research needed to advance a deep understanding of the human mind.
3) Synthesize new research and study areas related to Clinical Psychology.
4) To be able to compare the literature findings.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction, explanation of the course, introducing the topics to be covered. Comprehension what is clinical psychology and its history Powerpoint presentations and related articles
2) Professional issues and ethics in clinical psychology Powerpoint presentations and related articles
3) Key features of assessment in clinical psychology Powerpoint presentations and related articles
4) Key features of assessment in clinical psychology Powerpoint presentations and related articles
5) Observation in clinical psychology Powerpoint presentations and related articles
6) Interview in Clinical Psychology Powerpoint presentations and related articles
7) Interview in Clinical Psychology Powerpoint presentations and related articles
8) MIDTERM None
9) MIDTERM None
10) Measurement in Clinical Interventions Powerpoint presentations and related articles
11) Key features of Clinical Interventions Powerpoint presentations and related articles
12) Key features of Clinical Interventions Powerpoint presentations and related articles
13) Clinical Interventions and Psychotherapies Powerpoint presentations and related articles
14) Clinical Interventions and Psychotherapies Powerpoint presentations and related articles
15) Review of topics-preparation for the final Powerpoint presentations and related articles
16) Review of topics-preparation for the final Powerpoint presentations and related articles

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Powerpoint sunumları ve ilgili makaleler
References: Plante, T. G. (2005). Contemporary Clinical Psychology (3rd ed.). Wiley.

Weiner, I. B. (2003). Handbook of Psychology, Clinical Psychology. Wiley & Sons.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Has sufficient background in mathematics, science and engineering related fields.
2) Uses the theoretical and practical knowledge in mathematics, science and their fields together for engineering solutions.
3) Identifies, formulates and solves engineering problems, selects and applies appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques for this purpose.
4) Analyze a system, system component or process and design it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; apply modern design methods accordingly.
5) Selects and uses the modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications.
6) Design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results.
7) Works individually and in multi-disciplinary teams.
8) Accesses information and conducts resource research for this purpose, uses databases and other information sources.
9) Accesses information and conducts resource research for this purpose, uses databases and other information sources.
10) Accesses information and conducts resource research for this purpose, uses databases and other information sources.
11) Uses the theoretical and practical knowledge in mathematics, science and their fields together for engineering solutions.
12) Identifies, formulates and solves engineering problems, selects and applies appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques for this purpose.
13) Analyze a system, system component or process and design it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; apply modern design methods accordingly.
14) Selects and uses the modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications.
15) Works individually and in multi-disciplinary teams
16) Uses information and communication technologies together with computer software required by the field at least Advanced Level of European Computer Skills License.
17) Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; use a foreign language at least at level B1 of the European Language Portfolio.
18) Communicates using technical drawing.
19) Accesses information and conducts resource research for this purpose, uses databases and other information sources.
20) Becomes aware of the universal and social effects of engineering solutions and applications; entrepreneurship and innovation and have knowledge about the problems of the age.
21) Has professional and ethical responsibility.
22) Have awareness of project management, workplace practices, employee health, environmental and occupational safety; the legal consequences of engineering applications.
23) Demonstrates awareness of the universal and social impact of engineering solutions and applications; is aware of entrepreneurship and innovation and has knowledge about the problems of the age.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Has sufficient background in mathematics, science and engineering related fields.
2) Uses the theoretical and practical knowledge in mathematics, science and their fields together for engineering solutions.
3) Identifies, formulates and solves engineering problems, selects and applies appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques for this purpose.
4) Analyze a system, system component or process and design it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; apply modern design methods accordingly.
5) Selects and uses the modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications.
6) Design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results.
7) Works individually and in multi-disciplinary teams.
8) Accesses information and conducts resource research for this purpose, uses databases and other information sources.
9) Accesses information and conducts resource research for this purpose, uses databases and other information sources.
10) Accesses information and conducts resource research for this purpose, uses databases and other information sources.
11) Uses the theoretical and practical knowledge in mathematics, science and their fields together for engineering solutions.
12) Identifies, formulates and solves engineering problems, selects and applies appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques for this purpose.
13) Analyze a system, system component or process and design it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; apply modern design methods accordingly.
14) Selects and uses the modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications.
15) Works individually and in multi-disciplinary teams
16) Uses information and communication technologies together with computer software required by the field at least Advanced Level of European Computer Skills License.
17) Communicate effectively verbally and in writing; use a foreign language at least at level B1 of the European Language Portfolio.
18) Communicates using technical drawing.
19) Accesses information and conducts resource research for this purpose, uses databases and other information sources.
20) Becomes aware of the universal and social effects of engineering solutions and applications; entrepreneurship and innovation and have knowledge about the problems of the age.
21) Has professional and ethical responsibility.
22) Have awareness of project management, workplace practices, employee health, environmental and occupational safety; the legal consequences of engineering applications.
23) Demonstrates awareness of the universal and social impact of engineering solutions and applications; is aware of entrepreneurship and innovation and has knowledge about the problems of the age.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Group study and homework
Reading
Q&A / Discussion

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Group project
Presentation
Reporting

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 30
Final Practice 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 70
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 30
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 3 30 90
Presentations / Seminar 1 20 20
Midterms 1 24 24
Paper Submission 1 20 20
Final 1 48 48
Total Workload 202