PSY 2230 Forensic Psychology
An examination of the ways in which the field of forensic psychology applies psychological principles to the law and legal system.
Division: Liberal Arts, Communication and Social Sciences
Department: Psychology
Repeatable Credit: No
Offered Online: No
Prereqs: PSY 1100
Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of basic concepts in the field of forensic psychology.
- Identify and be sensitive to uses and limitations of theories of criminal behavior and issues related to being a victim of a crime.
- Demonstrate knowledge of factors impacting eyewitnesses, policing, sentencing, corrections, trial preparation, jurors, judges, and juries.
Credit Hours: 3
Classroom Hours: 3