Civil Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: PSY356
Course Name: Evolutionary Psychology II
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 6
Language of instruction: EN
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: University Elective
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. SERAP ERDOĞAN TAYCAN
Course Lecturer(s): Prof. Dr. SERAP ERDOĞAN TAYCAN
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: Evolutionary Psychology has created a radical perspective in explaining human psychology by being included in psychology in recent years. This point of view brings with it important sources of information in order not to overlook different views when dealing with people. The aim of the Evolutionary Psychology course is to deal with the various feelings, thoughts and behaviors of people individually and/or collectively from this point of view. Subjects such as human perception, cognition, emotions, social development, mate choice, altruism, morality and culture, together with current research and arguments, constitute the course agenda.
Course Content: This course; Introduction,Basic Concepts (Natural Selection, Sexual Selection, Adaptation, Survival and Reproductive Success, etc.), Basic Concepts (Continued), Evolved Psychological Mechanisms, Origins of Survival, Growing Brain, Human Twinning, Human Twinning (Continued), Emotions in Humans ; Jealousy, Socialism, Violence and Aggression, Cooperation and Altruism, Morality, Criticism of Evolutionary Psychology; includes topics.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Define the basic concepts and perspective of Evolutionary Psychology; can describe and express.
2) Evaluate and interpret human phenomena from the perspective of Evolutionary Psychology.
3) Can describe evolved psychological mechanisms; can describe and criticize.
4) Question the mating strategies and styles of men and women; can discuss by comparing with current variables.
5) Describe the historical perspective on the development of human sociability and aggression; can summarize.
6) Explain and criticize the information about the evolutionary origins of altruism and morality.
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) What is Evolution? Darwin's Biography Lecturer's notes and related articles
2) What is Evolution? Darwin's Biography Lecturer's notes and related articles
3) Darwin's Theories of Natural Selection and Sexual Selection Lecturer's notes and related articles
4) Darwin's Theories of Natural Selection and Sexual Selection Lecturer's notes and related articles
5) The Emergence of Evolutionary Psychology Lecturer's notes and related articles
6) Fight the Enemy Forces of Nature Lecturer's notes and related articles
7) Fight the Enemy Forces of Nature Lecturer's notes and related articles
8) Midterm None
9) Midterm None
10) Women's Long-Term Spouse Selection Strategies Lecturer's notes and related articles
11) Men's Long-Term Spouse Selection Strategies Lecturer's notes and related articles
12) Short Term Sexual Strategies Lecturer's notes and related articles
13) Parenting Issues Lecturer's notes and related articles
14) Kinship Issues Lecturer's notes and related articles
15) Review Lecturer's notes and related articles
16) Final Lecturer's notes and related articles

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Dersi veren öğretim görevlisinin notları ve ilgili makaleler
References: -Lecturer's notes and related articles

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

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Program Outcomes
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Q&A / Discussion

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Individual Project
Reporting

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 2 % 10
Presentation 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 3 9 27
Presentations / Seminar 1 10 10
Homework Assignments 2 10 20
Quizzes 2 10 20
Midterms 1 24 24
Paper Submission 1 20 20
Final 1 45 45
Total Workload 166