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

General course introduction information

Course Code:

PSY437

Course Name:

Selected Topics in Psychopatholohy

Course Semester:

Fall

Course Credits:

Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
3	0	3	6

Language of instruction:

Course Requisites:

Does the Course Require Work Experience?:

Type of course:

Department 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 ECE TUNCAY SENLET

Course Lecturer(s):

Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives:	The aim of this course is to provide a general knowledge of the wide range of psychopathological conditions defined in DSM-IV-TR and DSM-V.
Course Content:	This course includes readings and classroom discussions, etiology, epidemiology, signs and symptoms, as well as how to provide differential diagnosis for selected mental disorders.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;

Learning Outcomes

1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Identify abnormal behavior
2) Represent different theoretical perspectives in the general field of psychopathology
3) To be able to distinguish between DSM-IV-TR and DSM-V classification systems
4) Gain the ability to follow the contemporary developments of 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)	Introduction and Overview of the Course	Lecturer's notes and related articles
2)	Schizophrenia I	Lecturer's notes and related articles
3)	Schizophrenia II	Lecturer's notes and related articles
4)	Eating Disorders I	Lecturer's notes and related articles
5)	Eating Disorders II	Lecturer's notes and related articles
6)	Substance Use Disorders I	Lecturer's notes and related articles
7)	Substance Use Disorders II	Lecturer's notes and related articles
8)	Midterm Week	Lecturer's notes and related articles
9)	Midterm Week	Lecturer's notes and related articles
10)	Sexual Disorders	Lecturer's notes and related articles
11)	Childhood Disorders I	Lecturer's notes and related articles
12)	Childhood Disorders II	Lecturer's notes and related articles
13)	Personality Disorders I	Lecturer's notes and related articles
14)	Personality Disorders II	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:	Kring, A. M & Johnson, S. L. (2017). Abnormal Psychology. John Wiley & Sons Inc.
References:	Kring, A. M & Johnson, S. L. (2017). Abnormal Psychology. John Wiley & Sons Inc.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4
Program Outcomes
1) Graduates acquire profound knowledge about the basic theories of psychology and gain the ability to use this equipment effectively on the field
2) With the readings and discussions included in the department courses, our students graduate as individuals who can think critically, question and express their opinion in the professional and social fields.
3) Graduates gain a strong background in research and practice with the methodology education they receive.
4) Since thirty percent of the courses are taught in English, our graduates acquire a proficiency in reading, speaking and writing in English.
5) Students graduate as individuals who are able to follow and willing to contribute to the developments in the field.
6) Students will graduate with the awareness of the ethical concerns that are crucial to have while working in the field and in academia.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Graduates acquire profound knowledge about the basic theories of psychology and gain the ability to use this equipment effectively on the field	5
2)	With the readings and discussions included in the department courses, our students graduate as individuals who can think critically, question and express their opinion in the professional and social fields.	5
3)	Graduates gain a strong background in research and practice with the methodology education they receive.	5
4)	Since thirty percent of the courses are taught in English, our graduates acquire a proficiency in reading, speaking and writing in English.	5
5)	Students graduate as individuals who are able to follow and willing to contribute to the developments in the field.	5
6)	Students will graduate with the awareness of the ethical concerns that are crucial to have while working in the field and in academia.	5

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	% 10
Presentation	1	% 10
Midterms	1	% 30
Final	1	% 40
Paper Submission	1	% 10
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	20	40
Midterms	1	24	24
Paper Submission	1	20	20
Final	1	48	48
Total Workload			179