PSYC 290 - Forensic Psychology

3 lecture hours, no lab hours, 3 credit hours
Introduces students to the field of forensic psychology. Focus is on the application of psychological methods and theories to the legal system. An introduction to the legal system will be included as the system relates to psychopathology and crime, the insanity defense, competency to stand trial, other issues of criminal responsibility, capital punishment, crime and delinquency, violence and risk assessment, and victimology. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 127.