Forensic Psychology
General
Course Subject Code
PSYC
Course Number
3850
Course Title
Forensic Psychology
Course Description
Examines the relationship between psychology and law, focusing on the roles of psychologistsin legal settings. Focuses on the applicability of various psychological theories to criminal justiceprocesses. Topics include competence evaluations, rehabilitation potential, accuracy of eyewitness testimony, the psychology of jury selection, bystander apathy, the insanity defense,and the effectiveness of the polygraph, among others.Pre-Requisite: eMajor Introduction Quiz and ENGL1102 and PSYC1101, with a minimum grade of C