Area: | School of Psychology |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 3 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | Provides the participant with a combination of theoretical and practical approaches. Within the regular lecture time, two practical workshops on administering the WAIS-III will be conducted. Other lectures will cover theoretical issues relating to the psychometrics of tests and evaluating tests used across different settings. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will - Have an understanding of test construction and how to evaluate the psychometric qualities of a test. Have an understanding of, and fundamental skills in the practice of interview techniques. Have a specific understanding of tests used in various settings (clinical, organisational etc.). Develop an understanding of and ability to evaluate psychological reports based on test results. Develop skills in the administration of a commonly used test. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Groth-Marnat G. (2003), Handbook of Psychological Assessment (4th ed.). New York/Brisbane, John Wiley and Sons. |
Unit Texts: | Kaplan R.M., (1997), Psychological Testing - Principles, Applications and Issues, 4th ed., Pacific Grove, Brooks/Cole (Or recommended alternatives) |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Assignment One (WAIS-III Administration and Scoring) 33.3%. Assignment Two (Interpretation and WAIS-III Report) 33.3%. Take Home Examination 33.4%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 90701 Psychology | HECS Band (if applicable): | 1 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Informational | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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