This course will explore the application of psychology to the civil and criminal legal systems. Key topics will be covered that span the breadth of the criminal justice system from commission of the crime (e.g. eyewitnesses), the investigation (e.g. interrogations), pretrial matters (e.g. voir dire, competency to stand trial), the trial (e.g. jury decision making, insanity defense), and sentencing (e.g. judicial use of extralegal factors). Psychological theories will be utilized to explain and understand the way people function in the legal system. Fall, Spring.
Reserved for new 1st year and new transfer FPY majors.
Undergraduate Courses
Course Delivery DEFINITIONS:
- Online Courses: In online teaching, 100% of instruction takes place online via Canvas and with supplemental platforms like Zoom. There are two types of online courses: asynchronous and synchronous.
- Asynchronous online: Course is fully online, with lessons, assignments, and activities posted in Canvas with due dates. Students complete coursework, engage in discussions, etc., based upon their own schedules, but are required to meet posted deadlines.
- Synchronous online: Online course that includes real-time class meetings using technology (e.g. Zoom). The number of required meetings varies based upon the particular class, but meetings take place during the scheduled class times. Faculty will inform students of the schedule for real-time meetings in their courses.
- Hybrid Courses: Hybrid courses combine both in-person, on-campus meetings with online instruction. All face-to-face activities take place during the regularly-scheduled meeting times in the rooms assigned on the course listing. The number of in-person meetings varies by course. Faculty will notify students of the exact meeting schedule for their courses.
If your class is not listed as online or hybrid, it will meet fully face-to-face following the noted class schedule.
This course will explore the application of psychology to the civil and criminal legal systems. Key topics will be covered that span the breadth of the criminal justice system from commission of the crime (e.g. eyewitnesses), the investigation (e.g. interrogations), pretrial matters (e.g. voir dire, competency to stand trial), the trial (e.g. jury decision making, insanity defense), and sentencing (e.g. judicial use of extralegal factors). Psychological theories will be utilized to explain and understand the way people function in the legal system. Fall, Spring.
Reserved for new 1st year and new transfer FPY majors.
An in-depth examination of empirical research and case law in Forensic Psychology. Emphasis will be placed on the critical analysis of empirical research as a way to better understand the role of psychology in the legal system. The course will cover keys areas that include (but are not limited to) eyewitness identification, jury decision making, and expert testimony. Prerequisite: successful completion of FPY 262 with a C- or better and PSY 295 is strongly recommended. Fall.
An in-depth examination of empirical research and case law in Forensic Psychology. Emphasis will be placed on the critical analysis of empirical research as a way to better understand the role of psychology in the legal system. The course will cover keys areas that include (but are not limited to) eyewitness identification, jury decision making, and expert testimony. Prerequisite: successful completion of FPY 262 with a C- or better and PSY 295 is strongly recommended. Fall.
This lab is a complement to Senior Seminar for Forensic Psychology majors (FPY 498, PSY 497, PSY 498, CJS 496, or CJS 497). The purpose of this lab is to help students prepare for and successfully complete each section of the required Departmental Comprehensive Exam. Included are a combination of online and in classroom learning experiences. Students will receive study materials to help prepare them to complete each section of the exam that is administered each term. Review sessions will be offered as needed leading up to the administration of the exam. Either FPY 498, PSY 497, PSY 498, CJS 496, or CJS 497 are co-requisite or prerequisite for this course. Students must complete this lab, each part of the comprehensive exam with a grade of C or better, and the senior exit survey. Fall, Spring. Only open to senior Forensic Psychology majors.
Must have already completed or be co-registered with PSY 497, PSY 498, CJS 496, CJS 497, CJS 498 or FPY 498.