PSY441 Clinical PsychologyIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Industrial Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Industrial Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: PSY441
Course Name: Clinical Psychology
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 6
Language of instruction:
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: University / Foreign Language
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 introduce the field of clinical psychology to students and to provide general information about the tasks of clinical psychologist, interesting subjects, the use of assessment methods and psychotherapy.
Course Content: The content of this course; To introduce the field of clinical psychology to the student, to give general information about the duties of the clinical psychologist, the subjects he is interested in, the evaluation methods he uses and psychotherapies.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Students will have basic and general knowledge about clinical psychology and behavioral disorders.
2) Students can follow current developments in this field and its applications.
3) Students can make explanations and offer solutions on clinical psychology and psychopathology issues to various audiences.
4) Students demonstrate an approach to understanding the subject of psychopathology with its psychological, social and physical aspects.
5) Students have the ability to express critical thinking in a constructive way.
6) Students can collaborate and practice with interdisciplinary and interdisciplinary experts.
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) Overview & Evolution of Clinical Psychology Lecturer's notes and related articles
2) Contemporary Clinical Psychology Lecturer's notes and related articles
3) History & Approaches - Classification & Diagnosis Lecturer's notes and related articles
4) Research Methods in Clinical Psychology Lecturer's notes and related articles
5) Ethics & Assessment: Overview Lecturer's notes and related articles
6) Psychological Assessment I Lecturer's notes and related articles
7) Revision Lecturer's notes and related articles
8) Midterm Week None
9) Midterm Week None
9) MidTerm Solutions & Psychological Assessment II Lecturer's notes and related articles
10) Psychological Assessment III Lecturer's notes and related articles
11) Psychotherapeutic Interventions: Overview - Adults & Couples Lecturer's notes and related articles
12) Prevention Techniques Lecturer's notes and related articles
13) Case Studies & Discussion Lecturer's notes and related articles
14) Case Studies & Discussion Lecturer's notes and related articles
15) Revision Lecturer's notes and related articles
16) Final Lecturer's notes and related articles

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Hunsley, J. & Lee, C. M. (2009). Introduction to Clinical Psychology. Wiley

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

Plante, T. G. (2005). Contemporary Clinical Psychology (3rd ed.). Wiley.
References: Hunsley, J. & Lee, C. M. (2009). Introduction to Clinical Psychology. Wiley

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

Plante, T. G. (2005). Contemporary Clinical Psychology (3rd ed.). Wiley

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 devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyse and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively i Turkish, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
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) Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10) Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and 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 devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyse and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively i Turkish, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
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) Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10) Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and 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
Reading
Homework
Report Writing
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
Reporting

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 20
Presentation 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 25
Final 1 % 35
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 65
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 35
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 20 40
Midterms 1 24 24
Paper Submission 1 20 20
Final 1 48 48
Total Workload 179