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Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of Psychology
Course Details
Course Code Course Name Year Period Semester T+A+L Credit ECTS
03161013 Trauma Psychology 3 Spring 6 3+0+0 3 4
Course Type Elective
Course Cycle Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6)
Course Language Turkish
Methods and Techniques -
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Prerequisites -
Coordinator -
Instructor(s) -
Instructor Assistant(s) -
Course Content
It includes the nature of traumatic events, psychosocial theories explaining the development of traumatic stress, disasters and the effects of traumatic life events, individuals' reactions to traumatic life events, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Objectives of the Course
In this course, it is aimed to learn about the psychological effects of trauma, disasters and crises, trauma-related psychopathologies, and therapeutic interventions used in these pathologies.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
Basic Vocational Courses
Specialization / Field Courses X
Support Courses
Transferable Skills Courses
Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Program Learning Outcomes Level
P1 To have the theory, theory and application skills of psychology. 3
P7 Supports the field practices of professional subjects with trainings, workshops, conferences, symposiums, seminars, etc. that contribute to personal and professional development in line with the principle of lifelong learning. 3
P12 Has the basic knowledge to observe and explain the cognitive, emotional and social relationships of individuals in multiple ways. 4
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
No Learning Outcomes Outcome Relationship Measurement Method **
O1 Summarizes the contributions of theories and models to the field of psychology and explains the importance and application areas of practical skills. P.1.2 1
O2 Applies psychological theories and models in real-life scenarios and demonstrates the ability to use psychological tests and assessment tools. P.1.3 1
O3 Understands field applications related to professional topics and comprehends how they can contribute to personal and professional development. P.7.1 1
O4 Understands the basic information related to individuals' cognitive, emotional, and social relationships at a fundamental level. P.12.1 1
O5 Enhances the ability to observe emotional responses and social relationships. P.12.3 1
** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week Topics
1 Introduction to trauma psychology
2 Definition of trauma, types of trauma and concepts related to trauma
3 Theories explaining the development of traumatic stress
4 History of trauma psychology
5 Traumatic stress responses in adults and children
7 Midterm Exam
8 Secondary Traumas
9 Cognitive and neuropsychological aspects of trauma
10 Post-traumatic growth (development)
11 Current treatment approaches in psychological traumas: Individual interventions
12 Current treatment approaches in psychological traumas: Group interventions
13 Principles of clinical evaluation and interview in mental trauma
14 Discussion
Textbook or Material
Resources Herman, J. L. (2016). Trauma and recovery. Binghamton, NY: Hayworth Press.
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Attendance - -
Laboratory - -
Practice - -
Field Study - -
Homework - -
Presentation - -
Projects - -
Listening - -
Midterms 1 40 (%)
Final Exam 1 60 (%)
Total 100 (%)
ECTS / Working Load Table
Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Week Number and Time 14 3 42
Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) 0 0 0
Midterms 1 24 24
Quiz 0 0 0
Homework 0 0 0
Practice 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Project 0 0 0
Workshop 0 0 0
Presentation/Seminar Preparation 0 0 0
Fieldwork 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 30 30
Other 1 24 24
Total Work Load: 120
Total Work Load / 30 4
Course ECTS Credits: 4
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Learning Outcomes P1 P7 P12
O1 Summarizes the contributions of theories and models to the field of psychology and explains the importance and application areas of practical skills. 2 - -
O2 Applies psychological theories and models in real-life scenarios and demonstrates the ability to use psychological tests and assessment tools. - - -
O3 Understands field applications related to professional topics and comprehends how they can contribute to personal and professional development. - 2 -
O4 Understands the basic information related to individuals' cognitive, emotional, and social relationships at a fundamental level. - - 4
O5 Enhances the ability to observe emotional responses and social relationships. - - 4