PSY437 Selected Topics in PsychopatholohyIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Tourism and Hotel ManagementGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Tourism and Hotel Management
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?: 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 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

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Program Outcomes
1) Learning the facts, concepts and principles related to tourism and hotel management
2) Having a theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level related to the field
3) To be able to make analytical evaluations for tourism and travel sector
4) Learning the basic laws and regulations and professional standarts that apply regarding the tourism sector in Turkey and physical environment associated with hotel management space, tools, and use acquainted with the technology, applying the ethical values, protecting the natural environment
5) To be able to work efficiently in the tourism sector
6) Learning the characteristics of the major tourist destinations to apply this knowledge in the tourism sector for Turkey and worldwide
7) Organizing, coordinating and developing departments in accommodation organizations
8) To be able to define and develop sales techniques and income management practices applied in accommodation and food and beverage companies
9) Demonstrating the ability to apply professional working techniques in food and beverage establishments

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Learning the facts, concepts and principles related to tourism and hotel management
2) Having a theoretical and practical knowledge at the basic level related to the field
3) To be able to make analytical evaluations for tourism and travel sector
4) Learning the basic laws and regulations and professional standarts that apply regarding the tourism sector in Turkey and physical environment associated with hotel management space, tools, and use acquainted with the technology, applying the ethical values, protecting the natural environment
5) To be able to work efficiently in the tourism sector
6) Learning the characteristics of the major tourist destinations to apply this knowledge in the tourism sector for Turkey and worldwide
7) Organizing, coordinating and developing departments in accommodation organizations
8) To be able to define and develop sales techniques and income management practices applied in accommodation and food and beverage companies
9) Demonstrating the ability to apply professional working techniques in food and beverage establishments

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