PSY406 History of PsychologyIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Automotive Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Automotive Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: PSY406
Course Name: History of Psychology
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 7
Language of instruction:
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 : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ZEYNEP HALE AKSUNA
Course Lecturer(s):
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The aim of this course is to examine the scientific basis of modern psychology and the basic issues of structuralism; functionalism; behaviorism; Gestalt; psychoanalysis; humanistic and cognitive psychology approach.
Course Content: This course covers the scientific foundations of modern psychology; structuralism; functionalism; behaviourism; Gestaltism; psychoanalysis; It includes basic topics related to humanistic and cognitive psychology approaches.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) To have basic and general knowledge about the history of psychology.
2) To be able to evaluate new research findings in the field from the relevant perspective of the history of psychology.
3) To evaluate the contribution of psychology schools to the development of sub-fields of psychology.
4) To be able to make explanations about the history of psychology to various audiences and to convey their thoughts in writing and orally.
5) Gaining the skill and habit of literature review and regular reading in the field.
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) Studies in the History of Psychology: Scientific history vision, Modern schools in the history of psychology Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
2) Philosophical Effects on Psychology: The Philosophical Effects of Rene Descartes, John Locke, John Stuart Mill Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
3) Physiological Effects on Psychology: Franz Josef Gall, Hermann von Helmholtz, Ernst Weber, Gustav Fechner Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
4) New Psychology: Wilhelm Wundt, Hermann Ebbinghaus Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
5) Structuralism: Edward Titchener, Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
6) Functionalism: Charles Darwin, Francis Galton Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
7) Functionalism: Herbert Spencer, William James, John Dewey Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
8) Review of topics Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
9) Midterm Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
10) Applied Psychology: Stanley Hall, James Cattell, Alfred Binet, Lewis Terman Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
11) Behaviorism: Edward Lee Thorndike, Ivan Pavlov, Vladimir Bekhterev Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
12) Behaviorism: John Watson Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
13) Behaviourism; Edward Tolman, B. F. Skinner, Albert Bandura Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
14) Review of topics Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles
15) Final Notes of the lecturer in charge of the course and related articles

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Modern Psikoloji Tarihi, Shultz, D. P.,Shultz, S. E., 2007, Kaknüs Yayınları
References: Modern Psikoloji Tarihi, Shultz, D. P.,Shultz, S. E., 2007, Kaknüs Yayınları

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the universal and social health, environmental and safety effects of engineering applications and the ways in which contemporary problems are reflected in the engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
12) Knowledge on advanced calculus, including differential equations applicable to automotive engineering; familiarity with statistics and linear algebra; knowledge on chemistry, calculus-based physics, dynamics, structural mechanics, structure and properties of materials, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, manufacturing processes, electronics and control, design of vehicle elements, vehicle dynamics, vehicle power train systems, automotive related regulations and vehicle validation/verification tests; ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to solve multidisciplinary automotive problems; ability to apply theoretical, experimental and simulation methods and, computer aided design techniques in the field of automotive engineering; ability to work in the field of vehicle design and manufacturing.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Sufficient knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering related to their branches; and the ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) The ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; selecting and applying appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3) The ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions include such issues as economy, environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety, social and political issues, according to the nature of design.)
4) Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design experiments, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to examine engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics.
6) The ability to work effectively in disciplinary and multidisciplinary teams; individual work skill.
7) Effective communication skills in Turkish oral and written communication; at least one foreign language knowledge; ability to write effective reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Awareness of the need for lifelong learning; access to knowledge, ability to follow developments in science and technology, and constant self-renewal.
9) Conform to ethical principles, and standards of professional and ethical responsibility; be informed about the standards used in engineering applications.
10) Awareness of applications in business, such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11) Information about the universal and social health, environmental and safety effects of engineering applications and the ways in which contemporary problems are reflected in the engineering field; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
12) Knowledge on advanced calculus, including differential equations applicable to automotive engineering; familiarity with statistics and linear algebra; knowledge on chemistry, calculus-based physics, dynamics, structural mechanics, structure and properties of materials, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, manufacturing processes, electronics and control, design of vehicle elements, vehicle dynamics, vehicle power train systems, automotive related regulations and vehicle validation/verification tests; ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to solve multidisciplinary automotive problems; ability to apply theoretical, experimental and simulation methods and, computer aided design techniques in the field of automotive engineering; ability to work in the field of vehicle design and manufacturing.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Brainstorming/ Six tihnking hats
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Reading
Homework
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
Presentation

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 2 % 20
Presentation 1 % 10
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 20 20
Homework Assignments 2 30 60
Midterms 1 24 24
Paper Submission 2 10 20
Final 1 48 48
Total Workload 199