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Head of Department: Ercan Alp

Professors: I. Ercan Alp, Resit Canbeyli, Guler Fisek, Hamit Fisek•, Ayhan Koc•, Falih Koksal, Diane Sunar•, Ali Tekcan

Associate Professor: Bilge Ataca

Assistant Professors: Aysecan Boduroglu, Feyza Corapci, Serra Muderrisoglu, Esra Mungan

Instructors:Dr. Nur Yeniceri

*Part-time
•Adjunct

The field of psychology is a broad one, ranging from the study of the brain to the study of communication in groups, from the study of abnormal behavior and its treatment to the study of child development. Accordingly, it is possible to find professional psychologists in a wide variety of settings: in clinics or mental hospitals, administering tests or doing therapy with patients; in industry, doing career counseling, team development, personnel selection, or contributing to human factor engineering; in all kinds of schools and educational institutions, both in teaching and counseling positions; working with preschool youngsters or doing basic research in university laboratories.

The undergraduate program of the Department of Psychology aims to give the student a well-rounded liberal education with a solid grounding in the basic theories, methods, and techniques of modern psychology and a broad acquaintance with the various substantive areas of the field. It is thus designed to equip students with a general background in psychology as well as basic skills in research so as to enable them to work in a wide variety of contexts or to pursue study at the graduate level for further specialization.

For graduation in Psychology, 138 units of credit, to be distributed as described below, are required. There are eight core courses which every psychology student has to take. Furthermore, there are three general areas with specified required courses, among which the student has the option to choose. To satisfy the requirements for the social-developmental area the student must choose three courses out of six; for the cognitive-physiological area the student again has the option to choose three courses out of five; and for the applied area, the student can choose two courses out of three. There are then electives totaling forty-five credits which include more advanced and specialized courses from which the student can choose after completing their university-wide requirements.

The Psychology Department also runs double-major programs with the Departments of Sociology, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychological Guidance and Counseling, Western Languages and Literatures, and History.

The Department offers two graduate programs leading to M.A. degrees, one in Clinical Psychology and the other Psychological Sciences (with specialization in Developmental Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Social Psychology and Psychobiology and Learning). The students in both the Clinical and Psychological Sciences programs are expected to complete eight courses. To receive an M.A. degree from the program in Psychological Sciences 32 credits from at least two of areas must be completed, and a thesis must be written in the second year. To receive an M.A. degree from the Clinical Psychology program the completion of 36 credits and again a thesis is required.

The Department also offers a Ph.D. program in Clinical Psychology, which requires the successful completion of 36 credits comprising a total of 9 four credit courses. Candidates are furthermore required to complete a noncredit externship, a doctoral dissertation, and work leading up to the dissertation.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology I (Psikolojiye Giris I) (3+0+0) 3
Introduction to psychology including basic psychological processes, such as perception, learning, motivation, theories of development, intelligence, personality, social relations and psychopathology. Emphasis on research methods and experimental design in psychology.

PSY 102 Introduction to Psychology II (Psikolojiye Giris II) (3+0+0) 3
A continuation of PSY 101 for psychology majors. Coverage of further topics in psychology such as sensation and perception, stress, states of consciousness and approaches to clinical psychology. Emphasis on development of paper writing skills.
Prerequisite: PSY 101

PSY 201 Introduction to Statistics for Psychology I (4+2+0) 4
(Psikoloji Icin Istatistige Giris I )
Introduction to techniques of summarizing and interpreting social science data. Descriptive statistics; probability theory and probability distributions. Introductory laboratory techniques for data analysis in psychology. Statistical package programs for purposes of data analysis. Focus on data entry, coding, and descriptive statistics.

PSY 202 Introduction to Statistics for Psychology II (4+2+0) 4
(Psikoloji Icin Istatistige Giris II )
Introduction to statistical testing and estimation; non-parametric statistics, correlation and regression analysis. Statistical package programs for purposes of data analysis. Focus on inferential statistics.
Prerequisite: PSY 201

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM

TOTAL: 136 credits.

PSY 222 Learning (Ogrenme Psikolojisi) (3+0+0) 3
Examination of theory and research in the psychology of learning with emphasis on historical and current issues. Problems and applications in topics such as conditioning, trial and error, insight learning, acquisition and forgetting, transfer of training, and behavior modification.
Prerequisite: PSY 101

PSY 228 Cognitive Psychology (Bilimsel Psikoloji) (3+0+0) 3
Survey of psychology as the science of mental processes, covering theoretical interpretation of experimental research on perception, attention, memory, language, reading, reasoning and problem solving.
Prerequisite: PSY 101

PSY 229 Animal Behavior (Hayvan Davranisi) (3+0+0) 3
A theoretical course offering a modern evolutionary approach to various behavior systems (e.g. mate selection, antipredator) of animals. Introduction of the functional (ultimate) versus causal (proximate) distinction in exploring behavior.
Prerequisite: PSY 101

PSY 233 Life Span Developmental Psychology I: Biological and Cognitive Processes (3+0+0) 3
(Yasam Boyu Gelisim Psikolojisi I: Biyolojik ve Bilisssel Süreçler)
Introduction to stages and processes of human development from birth to old age with reference to major psychological theories and empirical literature on biological and cognitive development.
Prerequisite: PSY 101

PSY 234 Life Span Developmental Psychology II: Personality and Social Processes
(Yasam Boyu Gelisim Psikolojisi II: Kisilik ve Sosyal Surecler) (3+0+0) 3
Introduction to stages and processes of human development from birth to old age with reference to major psychological theories and empirical literature on personality and social development.
Prerequisite: PSY 101

PSY 241 Social Psychology (Sosyal Psikoloji) (3+0+0) 3
Study of the individual in groups and society, including processes such as attitude formation and change, social influence and conformity, communication, and group dynamics.
Prerequisite: PSY 101

PSY 242 Social Influences on Behavior (Sosyal Etki ve Davranis) (3+0+0) 3
The study of effects of social stimuli on the individual, including socialization of the child into family, society and culture, formation and change of attitudes, moral development, psychological aspects of social change, and the like.
Prerequisite: PSY 101

PSY 271 Introduction to Neuroscience: Brain and Behavior (3+0+0) 3
(Sinirbilimine Giris: Beyin ve Davranis)
Investigation of the physiological, neuroanatomical and pharmacological foundations of psychological phenomena such as learning, memory, emotions, perception and motivation.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 301 Research Methods in Social Sciences I (4+0+0) 4
(Sosyal Bilimlerde Yöntemler I)
Introduction to the methodology and research techniques used in social sciences. The nature and organization of scientific knowledge in general and social scientific knowledge in particular. Overview of the general structure and features of the empirical research process. Formulation of research problems and hypotheses. Design of experiments.
Prerequisite: PSY 201 or consent of instructor.

PSY 302 Research Methods in Social Sciences II (4+0+0) 4
(Sosyal Bilimlerde Yöntemler II)
Techniques of data collection and analysis of data from experiments and surveys. Overview of basic statistical procedures and basic multivariate techniques. Introduction to more advanced techniques such as log-linear analysis and structural modeling.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 304 Experimental Psychology (Deneysel Psikoloji) (3+0+2) 4
Laboratory experience in carrying out and writing up experiments in perception, attention, learning, memory and language.
Prerequisite: PSY 201 and PSY 202.

PSY 326 Human Memory (Hafiza) (3+0+0) 3
A survey of theories and research concerned with processes in the acquisition, storage and retrieval of information, as well as selected additional topics in cognitive psychology.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 327 Sensation and Perception (Duyu ve Algilama) (3+0+0) 3
Focus on human sensation and perception, including such topics as different senses and their properties, laws of organization, perceptual illusions, and psychophysics.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 328 Psychology of Language (Dil Psikolojisi) (3+0+0) 3
An introduction to the field with focus on the psycholinguistic study of grammar, the biological foundations of language, speech comprehension, speech production, language acquisition and the relationship between language and thought.
Prerequisite: PSY 101.

PSY 329 Advanced Cognitive Psychology (Ileri Bilissesl Psikoloji) (3+0+0) 3
Advanced treatment of current theories and empirical research in cognitive psychology.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 338 Psychology of Adolescence (Ergenlik Psikolojisi) (3+0+0) 3
Survey of physical, cognitive, social and emotional development and adjustment in adolescence and youth.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 351 Psychology of Personality (Kisilik Psikolojisi) (3+0+0) 3
Survey of major theories of personality as well as empirical studies on personality development, personality functioning, and psychopathology.
Prerequisite: PSY 101 or consent of instructor.

PSY 352 Issues in the Study of Personality (3+0+0) 3
(Kisilik Psikolojisinde Konular)
In-depth exploration of important topics in personality theory and research with particular emphasis on contemporary developments in the various theoretical traditions.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 357 Psychology of Creativity (Yaraticilik) (3+0+0) 3
Survey of psychological theories of creativity with particular emphasis on varieties of creativity and the conditions supporting it.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 362 Measurement in Psychology (Psikolojik Olcme Teknigi) (3+0+0) 3
Introduction to the nature and use of psychological tests, technical and methodological principles, and social and ethical considerations of testing. Introduction to a number of well-established individual intelligence and personality tests.
Prerequisite: PSY 201.

PSY 377 Physiological Psychology (Fizyolojik Psikoloji) (3+0+0) 3
The study of the structure of the nervous system, sensory and motor functions, neural and chemical bases of basic psychological processes such as learning, emotion and memory.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 406 Data Analysis (Veri Analizi) (2+0+4) 4
Analysis of social science data. Application of advanced multivariate techniques, and use of computer programs to carry them out. Exploratory data analysis. Statistical model construction and testing. Extensive hands-on practice.
Prerequisites: PSY 201, 206 and PSY 301 or consent of instructor.

PSY 411 Theories in Psychology (Psikolojide Kuramlar) (3+0+0) 3
Critical survey of the history of psychology covering schools of thought such as structuralism, functionalism, behaviorism, Gestalt psychology and psychoanalysis with particular emphasis on controversies such as mechanism vs. humanism, nature vs. nurture, the problem of relevance and ethical issues in psychological research.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 412 Contemporary Perspectives on Theory in Psychology (3+0+0) 3
(Psikoloji Kuramlarinda Guncel Yaklasimlar)
Overview of developments in recent decades in psychology, with general focus on theoretical advances in the field and particular advances in selected domains (such as cognitive or developmental or dynamic psychology) so as to reflect the current state of theory and research.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 427 Advanced Learning (Ileri Ogrenme Teknolojisi) (3+0+0) 3
Detailed analysis of contemporary learning theories and in depth treatment of concepts in learning such as blocking, conditioned inhibition, and overshadowing.
Prerequisites: PSY 222.

PSY 428 Language Acquisition (Dil Edinimi) (3+0+0) 3
In-depth survey of basic processes in language acquisition with focus on cognitive prerequisites, syntactic structures, morphological rules, lexicon, pragmatics and narrative structure. Consideration of different theoretical approaches and controversial issues such as innate vs. learned, modular vs. general.
Prerequisite: PSY 101, PSY 233 or PSY 328 or consent of instructor.

PSY 443 Culture and Behavior (Kultur ve Davranis) (3+0+0) 3
Examination of the cultural context of behavior and psychological processes, and the relationship between psychology and culture. Critical appraisal of psychological theory and knowledge from a cultural and cross-cultural perspective.
Prerequisite: PSY 101.

PSY 448 Practical Applications in Psychology (1+4+0) 3
(Psikolojide Pratik Uygulamalar)
Practical work in a designated areas such as interpersonal relations and peer counseling, skill training programs for hospitals, retirement homes, industry and the like.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 458 Family Psychology (Aile Psikolojisi) (3+0+0) 3
Examination of psychological formulation of family life; gender, generation and interaction processes in the context of culture and the family life cycle.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 463 Abnormal Psychology (Anormal Davranislar Psikolojisi) (3+0+0) 3
Examination of major approaches to the study of abnormal behavior, including a survey of the major categories of disorder according to DSM-IV.
Prerequisite: PSY 351.

PSY 464 Clinical Psychology (Klinik Psikoloji) (3+0+0) 3
An overview of the profession of clinical psychology. The roles and functions of the clinical psychologist as compared to other related professions and areas of psychology. Legal and ethical issues and the status of the mental health professions in Turkey.
Prerequisite: PSY 463.

PSY 466 Industrial and Organizational Psychology (3+0+0) 3
(Endustri ve Orgut Psikolojisi)
Study of the operation of psychological variables in organizations and their effect on the functioning of industrial and other institutions. Effective utilization of individuals in organizations.

PSY 467 Health Psychology (Saglik Psikolojisi) (3+0+0) 3
Topics of current enquiry in the psychology of health and illness ranging from behavioral risk factors and healthy behaviors to counseling of patients with various chronic illnesses.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

PSY 468 Approaches to Psychotherapy (Psikoterapiye Yaklasimlar) (3+0+0) 3
Comparative examination of various approaches to psychotherapy and behavior change including case examples and other applied material.
Prerequisite: PSY 463.

PSY 472 Neuroscience (Sinirbilim) (3+0+0) 3
Study of the structure and function of the nervous system, particularly the brain, emphasizing a multidisciplinary approach to the investigation of the neural substrates of behavior.
Prerequisite: 272.

PSY 479 Psychopharmacology (Psikofarmakoloji) (3+0+0) 3
Neurochemical bases of psychological phenomena with emphasis on the mechanisms that modulate behavior at the synaptic level.

PSY 480 Selected Topics in Learning (3+0+0) 3
(Ogrenme Psikolojisinde Secilmis Konular)
A focused study of topics of special interest within the domain of learning.

PSY 481 Readings and Research in Learning (2+0+2) 3 P/F
(Ogrenme Psikolojisinde Okuma ve Arastirmalar)
Readings and research in theoretical and experimental approaches to learning.

PSY 482 Selected Topics in Clinical Psychology (3+0+0) 3
(Klinik Psikolojide Secilmis Konular)
A focused study of topics of special interest within the domain of clinical psychology including professional issues, specific therapies, clinical assessment, and psychopathological syndromes.

PSY 483 Readings and Research in Clinical Psychology (2+0+2) 3 P/F
(Klinik Psikolojide Okuma ve Arastirmalar)
Theoretical study and empirical investigation in a particular area within clinical psychology.

PSY 484 Selected Topics in Cognitive Psychology (3+0+0) 3
(Bilimsel Psikolojide Secilmis Konular)
In-depth examination of selected topics in the area of cognitive psychology.

PSY 485 Readings and Research in Cognitive Processes (1+0+4) 3 P/F
(Bilimsel Psikolojide Okuma ve Arastirmalar)
Readings and supervised laboratory research in selected areas of cognitive psychology.

PSY 486 Selected Topics in Motivation (3+0+0) 3
(Gudulenme Psikolojisinde Secilmis Konular)
An examination of various approaches to psychological and behavior change including case examples and other applied material.

PSY 487 Selected Topics in Organizational Psychology (3+0+0) 3
(Orgutsel Psikolojide Secilmis Konular)
Selected topics in organizational psychology covered in depth.

PSY 488 Selected Topics in Individual Differences (3+0+0) 3
(Bireysel Farkliliklar Psikolojinde Secilmis Konular)
Theoretical and empirical issues in the study of individual differences examined within the context of a number of selected topics.

PSY 489 Readings and Research in Group Dynamics (2+0+2) 3 P/F
(Group Dinamiginde Okuma ve Arastirmalar)
Selected topics in group psychology covered in depth.

PSY 490 Selected Topics in Experimental Psychology (3+0+0) 3
(Deneysel Psikolojide Secilmis Konular)
Methodological issues in experimentation discussed at a level beyond that of the relevant second and third year courses.

PSY 491 Readings and Research in Biological Psychology (1+0+4) 3 P/F
(Biyolojik Psikolojide Okuma ve Arastirmalar)
Supervised laboratory research on a topic of biological psychology.

PSY 492 Selected Topics in Psychology and Culture (3+0+0) 3
(Psikoloji ve Kulturde Secilmis Konular)
Selected topics in developmental psychology examined in depth.

PSY 493 Selected Topics in Human Development (3+0+0) 3
(Insan Gelisiminde Secilmis Konular)
Selected topics related to cultural influences on behavior examined in depth.

PSY 494 Readings and Research in Human Development (3+0+0) 3 P/F
(Insan Gelisiminde Okuma ve Arastirmalar)
Supervised reading and research in an area of human development.

PSY 495 Readings and Research in General Psychology I (1+0+4) 3 P/F
(Genel Psikolojide Okuma ve Arastirmalar I)
Supervised field or laboratory research on a topic of the student's choice.

PSY 496 Readings and Research in General Psychology II (1+0+4) 3 P/F
(Genel Psikolojide Okuma ve Arastirmalar II)
Supervised field or laboratory research on a topic of the student's choice.

PSY 497 Selected Topics in Psychology of Language (3+0+0) 3
(Dil Psikolojisinde Secilmis Konular)
Selected topics in the psychological study of language examined in depth.

PSY 498 Readings and Research in the Psychology of Communication (2+0+2) 3 P/F
(Iletisim Psikolojisinde Okuma ve Arastirmalar)
Supervised reading and research in selected areas of communication.

PSY 499 Contemporary Issues in Psychology (3+0+3) 3
(Guncel Psikolojide Okuma ve Arastirmalar)
Contemporary issues in psychology are examined.

Note: PSY 480-PSY 499 are by consent of instructor.

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