PSYCHOLOGY - BMEGT52A004

The aim of the course is to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the fundamental concepts and key processes of psychology, while offering insight into the scientific approach to understanding human behavior. The course goes beyond the transmission of theoretical knowledge by creating opportunities for experiential learning, self-reflection, and active exploration. Students will become familiar with the psychological foundations of thinking, decision-making, motivation, emotion, learning, and social functioning, and will examine their relevance within engineering and business studies as well as in future professional practice. The course supports the development of self-awareness, a deeper understanding of one’s own patterns of functioning, and the integration of psychological perspectives into technical and economic thinking. The course lays the foundation for subsequent subjects that require psychological knowledge (e.g., management, ergonomics) and contributes to the development of students’ collaboration, problem-solving, and reflective skills.

1. They know the characteristics of perception, perception and attention, and the illusions of perception.
2. They know the stages, types, and process of memory, and the possibilities of the development memory.
3. They know learning theories, characteristics of classical and operant conditioning and insightful learning, and learning styles.
4. They know the types and process of thinking and the stages of problem solving, and the characteristics of creativity.
5. They know the characteristics of personal perception, the distortions of personal perception, the possible causes of stereotypes and prejudices, and the possibilities of their prevention.
6. They know the components of attitude and attitude dynamics, the operational features of persuasion and influence.
7. They know the process and stages of socialization, the characteristics of social learning, and role learning and socialization at work.
8. They know the concept of personality, the main approaches to its study, and the factors of self-knowledge.
9. They know the content and process theory models of motivation, and the possible tools and methods of motivation.
10. They know the physiological bases, characteristics, types and dynamics of emotions, the components of emotional intelligence.
11. They know the possible causes of stress and burnout, the types of reaction to stress, the symptoms of burnout, and the possibilities of stress management.
12. They know the forms of the groups, the characteristics of team processes, team dynamics, and the stages of team formation.

1. They can recognize simple psychological relationships and regularities.
2. They can use psychological knowledge to increase their everyday efficiency.
3. They can distinguish psychology as a science from pseudopsychology.
4. They can apply psychological knowledge in their later studies.
5. They can look for deeper psychological relationships, knowing how and where to look for them.
6. They are able to recognize when someone in their environment needs psychological help.

1. They collaborate with the lecturer and fellow students to expand knowledge.
2. They develop theirself by continuously acquiring knowledge and using the acquired knowledge.
3. They seek to integrate their psychological knowledge into their everyday life (learning, private life, work).
4. They are open to the reception of psychological knowledge.
5. They seek to combine their psychological knowledge with their professional work, seek interdisciplinary connection.

1. They think in system approach using their knowledge on psychology and human characteristics.
2. They are open to new knowledge and open to well-founded critical remarks.
3. In specific situations, as part of a team, they work with their fellow students to perform tasks and are able to recognize when external help is needed.

Interactive in-class lectures, complemented by online videos and podcasts for independent study, as well as written supporting materials.

• Juhász Márta, Takács Ildikó (szerk.) (2010): Pszichológia. Typotex.
• Séllei B., Takács I. (2014): Pszichológia a gyakorlatban. Typotex Kiadó.
• Séllei B. (2025): A változás pszichológiája. Scolar Kiadó.
• Előadásanyagok letölthetök a tanszéki oktatástámogató portálról (https://edu.gtk.bme.hu/)

The learning outcomes outlined in Section 2.2 are assessed based on the results of a midterm exam and a final written exam.

A. Detailed description of performance assessment during the study period: Assessment of academic performance: The evaluation of subject-related knowledge and competence elements (including skills) is carried out through a comprehensive written test in the form of an in-class (midterm) exam. The test primarily aims to assess the acquired knowledge and its application. The scope of the material to be assessed is defined by the course instructor. The time available to complete the test is 30 minutes. Eligibility for the exam: Achieving at least a pass (minimum 40%) on the midterm test during the semester is a prerequisite for being admitted to the exam. Gamified continuous assessment: During the semester, students have the opportunity to collect points through gamified tasks, which can be used in the final exam up to a maximum of 50% of the total score. Points can be earned in the following categories: Active participation in class (7 × 2 points) Completion of micro-tasks (7 × 4 points) Completion of a project (1 × 12 points) The list of available micro-tasks and projects for the given semester is available on the course Moodle page. Students may choose their own path of completion from this portfolio. B. Performance assessment during the examination period: The final assessment is an online written exam, which accounts for 100% of the final grade, or it may be supplemented by semester-earned points up to 50%.

• gamifikált feladatok: 50

To receive a signature, the student must achieve at least 40% of the total points available under Section 3.3. The signature obtained is valid in accordance with the relevant provisions of the TVSZ.

1) Midterm exams may be retaken or corrected during the retake period. The first retake or correction is free of charge. 2) In the case of a retake or correction of a midterm exam or final exam, the later of the two grades will be considered. 3) If, even with the retake described in point 1), the student is unable to achieve a grade other than a failing grade, they may—upon payment of the fee specified in the regulations—make a second, combined attempt to correct the failed first retake.

Consulted with the Faculty Student Representative Committee, approved by the Vice Dean for Education, valid from: 04.05.2026.

To achieve the learning outcomes specified in Section 2.2, the course is structured into the following thematic modules. In each semester, the syllabus of the announced course schedules these thematic elements according to the academic calendar and other relevant circumstances.