PSY4058 Psychology of GenderBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ENGINEERINGGeneral Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational QualificationsBologna Commission
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Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
PSY4058 Psychology of Gender Spring 3 0 3 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BAHAR TANYAŞ
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi DORUK UYSAL İRAK
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Course Objectives: The Psychology of Gender course aims to provide an
overview of theories and research on gender in
psychology. In this class, we will discuss topics such as
gender stereotypes, theories of gender differences, and
the development of gender identity across the lifespan.
We will also focus research on gender differences in
different domains of life such as cognitive abilities,
emotions, relationships, school, career and work,
health, stress, and psychopathology.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Be familiar with the definition as well as construction of gender across cultures
2. Be familiar with the history of gender research as well as research methods used to study questions related to gender
3. Explain gender stereotypes, and gender roles assigned to males and females
4. Be familiar with sex differences and similarities in social and cognitive domains
5. Explain how theories account for gender differences in different domains of life
6. Explain gender differences in health behavior, mental health
7. Explain gender-related problems in working life
8. Appreciate how gender as a category shapes human behavior

Course Content

Main topics that will be covered in this class are,definition, philosophical and political issues surrounding gender,gender role attitudes,sex-related comparisons: observations,sex-related comparisons: theory, achievement, communication, friendship,romantic relationships,work roles and health
mental health

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction: Definition, Philosophical and Political issues Surrounding Gender
2) Methods and History of Gender Research
3) Gender role Attitudes
4) Sex-related Comparisons: Observations
5) Review
6) Sex-related Comparisons: Theory
7) Achievement
8) Communication
9) Friendship
10) Romantic Relationships
11) Review
12) Sex Differences in Health Relationships and Health
13) Work Roles and Health
14) Mental Health

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Helgeson, V. (2011). The Psychology of Gender. New Jersey: Pearson.
Brannon, L. (2011). Gender. Psychological Perspectives.Boston MA: Pearson
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Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 10
Midterms 2 % 50
Final 1 % 40
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 15 3 45
Study Hours Out of Class 12 5 60
Midterms 2 13 26
Final 1 20 20
Total Workload 151

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Have sufficient background in mathematics, science and artificial intelligence engineering.
2) Use theoretical and applied knowledge in the fields of mathematics, science and artificial intelligence engineering together for engineering solutions.
3) Identify, define, formulate and solve engineering problems, select and apply appropriate analytical methods and modeling techniques for this purpose.
4) Analyse a system, system component or process and design it under realistic constraints to meet desired requirements; apply modern design methods in this direction.
5) Select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for engineering applications.
6) Design and conduct experiments, collect data, and analyse and interpret results.
7) Work effectively both as an individual and as a multi-disciplinary team member.
8) Access information via conducting literature research, using databases and other resources
9) Follow the developments in science and technology and constantly update themself with an awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning.
10) Use information and communication technologies together with computer software with at least the European Computer License Advanced Level required by their field.
11) Communicate effectively, both verbal and written; know a foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level.
12) Have an awareness of the universal and social impacts of engineering solutions and applications; know about entrepreneurship and innovation; and have an awareness of the problems of the age.
13) Have a sense of professional and ethical responsibility.
14) Have an awareness of project management, workplace practices, employee health, environment and work safety; know the legal consequences of engineering practices.