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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