PSY2580 — Forensic Psychology
Students will apply the methods and theories of psychology to the criminal justice (legal) system. Specifically, students will gain and understanding of how the field of psychology and psychological research has been applied in law enforcement, the judicial process, and the corrections process. Issues of morality, the criminal personality, eyewitness testimony, the use of psychological evaluation, jury selection, criminal profiling, child custody evaluation, police, and inmate counseling are among several major topics covered. Since this course focuses on the criminal justice system, it will not include civil litigation. Prerequisite: ENG 1510. J spring; C fall.