PSYC3840-I Forensic Psychology (Fall 2024)

Course Details

Section will be taught totally online with no scheduled class meetings. Students must arrange for daily access to a computer and the Internet prior to the start of classes. Robert Morris labs are to be used only as a backup in special situations and may not be relied upon for extended periods of time. In addition to the Internet link, online classes have a large emphasis on email. All messages from the instructor and other information regarding online classes, including user ids, passwords, and login instructions will be sent to your Robert Morris University email account. Visit http://rmu.blackboard.com/ for more information.

Session, Dates: 4 (10/19/2024 - 12/13/2024)

Days: ONLINE

Time: -

Location: Internet/Online

Room:

Seats Available: No Seats 1 Waiting

Credits: 3

Course Description

This course is the application of psychology in the legal system. In the course, students will: survey the history and scope of forensic psychology; examine the use of psychology in civil and criminal proceedings, including evaluation of competency and insanity; prepare expert witness testimony and forensic reports; discuss psychological impact on victims; and address the practice of psychology in correctional facilities and other interventions and treatment of offenders.

Prerequisite: PSYC1010 3 Credits

Course Materials

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About the Instructor(s)

Rob J. Ambrosini, Psy.D.

Director, Criminal Justice Programs

Social Sciences

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

Social Sciences

Academic Outreach & Impact Coordinator - SIHSS

School of Informatics, Humanities and Social Sciences

ambrosini@rmu.edu
412-397-6206 phone
Wheatley Center 317
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