PSYC 505
FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY

Catalog Entry

PSYCHOLOGY 505. Forensic Psychology
Three hours lecture (3).

The purpose of this course is to convey information relating to forensic psychology, including the insanity defense, expert mental health testimony, treatment of prisoners, mental health aspects of criminology, police selection, the psychological forces toward crime and delinquency, aggression, detecting deception, evaluation of police performance, eyewitness testimony, and jury behavior.

Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

1. Forensic Psychology
2. Forensic Mental Health
3. Correctional Psychology
4. Eyewitness Testimony and Jury Behavior
5. Police Psychology

Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

Course will include formal lecture, discussion, student presentations, and hands-on projects.

Goals and Objectives of the Course

Students will develop an in-depth knowledge of the theory and application of forensic psychology.

Assessment Measures

Graded assignments may include in-class tests, a final examination, the assignment and presentation of exercises and projects, and class preparation and participation.

Other Course Information

None

Review and Approval

DATE ACTION REVIEWED
January 2001