Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Disaster Psychology AFT1204 Turkish Compulsory 2. Semester 4 + 0 4.0 4.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Associate
Mode of delivery Form of lesson: Face to Face
Course Coordinator Öğr. Gör. Gülden KILIÇ
Instructor(s) Öğr. Gör. Gülden KILIÇ (Bahar)
Goals General Objective of the Course: Being able to listen to the word in the event of a disaster aims to behave calmly.
Course Content Course content: The subject of psychology, basic approaches to psychology, theories in psychology, disaster and emergency psychology, psychosocial support applications and intervention tools in disasters and emergencies, traumatic life events, psychological first aid.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 To prevent people from causing chaos in case of emergency.
2 To be able to listen to the word in case of a disaster, to behave calmly.
3 To be able to make the most precise and practical decisions in an emergency
4 Will be able to define theoretical (eg cognitive, social psychology) and applied domains (eg health psychology) of psychology.
5 Have knowledge about the basic scientific theories and approaches of psychology (eg behavioral, cognitive).
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to Disaster Psychology Interview
2. Week Characteristics and Classification of Disasters Interview
3. Week History of Disaster Psychology I Interview
4. Week History of Disaster Psychology II Interview
5. Week Research Areas in Disaster Psychology Interview
6. Week Research Methods in Disaster Psychology Interview
7. Week Ethics and Fundamental Principles in Disaster Psychology Applications Interview
8. Week states of consciousness Interview
9. Week Consciousness states II Interview
10. Week Learning Interview
11. Week Learning Interview
12. Week Memory Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week Language and Cognition Interview
14. Week An overview Interview
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Basic concepts, principles, and practices related to the details of disaster management; applies accurate reporting and documentation of emergency situations.
2 They take individual responsibility in disaster and emergency management; communicate effectively and work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
3 They access up-to-date information and resources related to their field; they analyze and evaluate using databases and digital information systems.
4 It plans and implements project and process management in disaster and emergency scenarios; acting in accordance with the principles of task sharing, time management, and accountability.
5 It establishes effective written and oral communication with different segments of society; and conducts information activities before, during, and after disasters.
6 They adhere to professional ethical principles; they perform their duties in accordance with human rights, environmental awareness, and legal regulations.
7 They identify problems encountered in the field of emergency and disaster management, think in a solution-oriented way, and play an active role in practical applications.
8 They apply the technical and managerial skills necessary to participate in the preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery phases of disasters.
9 They utilize developing technologies and digital tools in their professional practices; and maintain their professional development with a continuous learning mindset.
10 It designs, implements, and actively participates in training and awareness-raising activities aimed at increasing the public's level of disaster awareness.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5
PY1 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 3 3 3 3 3
PY3 3 3 3 3 3
PY4 2 2 2 2 2
PY5 4 4 4 4 4
PY6 4 4 4 4 4
PY7 3 3 3 3 3
PY8 1 1 1 1 1
PY9 3 3 2 3 4
PY10 4 4 4 4 4
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Christopher Thorpe, Chris Yuıll, Alpha Publishing, Sociology, 2015
Evaluation Method
Bahar Dönemi
Responsible Personnel Grup Evaluation Method Percentage
Öğr. Gör. Gülden KILIÇ 3+1 Vize 40.00
Öğr. Gör. Gülden KILIÇ 3+1 Final 60.00
Toplam 100.00
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 2 28
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 14 1 14
Interview 14 2 28
Presentation (Preparation) 3 1 3
Sınavlar
Midterm 1.5 1 1.5
Homework 1 1 1
Final 1 1 1
Total Workload 76.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 4.0